LEXINGTON, KY (March 26, 2026) — Town Branch Distillery, a cornerstone of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, has secured the highest whiskey honors at the 2026 Korea Wine & Spirits Awards in Seoul. Competing against over 1,100 brands, the Town Branch Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon – Kaja Ulsan No. 1 Private Cask was awarded the Grand […]
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Unveils “Cascadia” Garryana Oak Finish Read Post »
BARDSTOWN, KY (March 17, 2026) — Bardstown Bourbon Company is heading to the Pacific Northwest for its latest innovation. Today, the distillery announced Cascadia Garryana Oak Barrel Finish, the newest addition to its experimental Distillery Reserve series. Garryana oak (Oregon White Oak) is a rare, protected hardwood native to the Willamette Valley. Known for a
Green River Expands Award-Winning Lineup with Launch of Wheated Full Proof Bourbon Read Post »
OWENSBORO, Ky. (February 10, 2025) — Marking the beginning of what is poised to be one of the most significant years in its more than 140-year history, Green River Distilling Co. announces the launch of Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon, arriving in 25 markets beginning February 13. Green River Wheated Full Proof is built
Dark Arts Whiskey House Joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association Read Post »
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) has announced Lexington-based Dark Arts Whiskey House as its newest member. The non-profit trade group represents and promotes Kentucky’s Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Dark Arts, founded in 2023, joins as a Craft-level member, a designation for distilleries aging fewer than 10,000 barrels per year. Distillery Background and Methods Dark
Purple Toad Winery & Distillery Joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association Read Post »
FRANKFORT, Ky. — September 3, 2025 — The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) proudly welcomes Purple Toad Winery & Distillery of Paducah as its newest member, further strengthening the KDA’s mission to unite global brands and emerging craft distilleries in promoting and protecting Kentucky’s iconic spirits industry. From Winery to Distillery: A Bold New Chapter Located at 4275 Old US Hwy 45
346: It’s Bourbon Heritage Month With KDA President Eric Gregory Read Post »
In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Eric Gregory, President of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA), to officially kick off Bourbon Heritage Month. Eric shares insights on the current state of the Bourbon industry, the exciting events planned throughout September, and the continued growth and global reach of Kentucky Bourbon. From economic
