ST. LOUIS (Feb. 10, 2026) – Yellowstone Bourbon is commemorating America’s 250th anniversary with a limited-edition Hand Picked Single Barrel 2026 program, offering just 250 Bottled-in-Bond barrels to select accounts nationwide.
Created in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, the special release pays tribute to America’s founding heritage through both the whiskey and its packaging.
Each barrel in the program is aged 7 years and designated Bottled-in-Bond, highlighting authenticity and craftsmanship. The 7-year age statement honors the seven founding forefathers, while the 100 proof (50% ABV) serves as a tribute to the 50 United States.
Patriotic Packaging and Display Elements
Accounts participating in the program will receive:
- A displayable commemorative barrel featuring a Yellowstone-branded placard and unique barrel number
- 750mL bottles packaged in specially designed patriotic-themed cases
- Decorative corrugate bottle tubes featuring a fully wrapped replica of the Declaration of Independence
- A commemorative label displaying the 7-year age statement, Bottled-in-Bond designation and patriotic graphics celebrating 250 years of American independence
Bottles are expected to arrive on shelves in early summer 2026 with a minimum suggested retail price of $69.99.
“We wanted to offer something really special to our customers with our 2026 Yellowstone Hand Picked Single Barrel program while paying tribute to our founding fathers who established our nation 250 years ago,” said Yellowstone Bourbon Master Distiller Stephen Beam. “We’re proud to have deep roots in America’s bourbon history and heritage in Kentucky as the only brand named for the first national park. Our selections for this year’s tribute barrel program have so much to offer from the 7-year age statement to the Bottled-in-Bond designation, the stand-out patriotic packaging and more. We can’t wait for accounts and customers to enjoy everything about this release.”
Brand Heritage and National Impact
Originally founded by Joseph Bernard Dant and revived in 2011 by seventh-generation Master Distiller Stephen Beam, Yellowstone Bourbon continues to build on its historic Kentucky roots. The brand has earned major accolades in recent years, including placements in Whisky Advocate’s Top 20 Whiskies of the Year (2025), Double Platinum at the 2025 ASCOT Awards, and multiple Gold medals at both the SIP Awards and San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Since 2018, Yellowstone Bourbon has partnered with the National Parks Conservation Association, donating over $1 million toward national park preservation efforts. In 2026, the brand will also support the Vital Ground Foundation to help protect threatened grizzly bear habitat.
Accounts interested in securing a barrel can complete the Yellowstone Bourbon barrel request form via YellowstoneBourbon.com.
With limited availability and strong patriotic appeal tied to America’s 250th anniversary, the 2026 Yellowstone Hand Picked Single Barrel program is expected to generate significant interest among retailers, collectors, and bourbon enthusiasts alike.
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