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James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits - Beam Suntory Extends Strategic Partnership with $9.3 Million Donation

Beam Suntory and James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits Extend Partnership with Additional $9.3 Million Investment

The University of Kentucky began offering a Distillation, Wine, and Brewing Studies (DWBS) certificate in 2014. The long-term goal was
James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits - First Barrel Fill March 13, 2024

A Dream Comes True – The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits and Friends Fill the 1st Barrel of Bourbon [VIDEO]

Distilling bourbon whiskey takes limestone rich water, yeast, at least 51% corn, aging in a new charred oak barrel and
Woodford Reserve Distillery - Woodford Reserve Bourbon 2024 Kentucky Derby Bottle

Woodford Reserve Distillery Releases 2024 ‘Adorned in Roses’ Bourbon Bottle Celebrating the 150th Kentucky Derby [VIDEO]

The Kentucky Derby® was first run on May 17, 1875, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. It is the longest
Bardstown Bourbon Co. - House of Bardstown Louisville, Kentucky

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Creates Buzz with Top-Secret ‘House of Bardstown’ 3 City Experiential Pop-up Events

Pop-up events have been around for a long time. Some pop-up events are well publicized to get the word out
Hard Truth Distilling Co. - Releasing their first three bourbons, A Straight Bourbon and Two Bottled-in-Bond Bourbons

The Sweet Moment of Truth Has Arrived: After 9 Years ‘Hard Truth Distilling Co.’ Releases its 1st Bourbon (x3)

If there is anything we’ve learned after covering the distilled spirits industry for all these many years, it’s that distillers
Rolling Stones - Crossfire Hurricane Caribbean Rum, Jamaica, Barbados, Dominican Republic

The Rolling Stones I Was Born in a ‘Crossfire Hurricane Rum’ Begins Rolling Out Nationally Starting in 2 States

The year was 1968. The Rolling Stones just released Jumpin’ Jack Flash. The lyrics from the first line read ‘I
Maker's Mark Distillery - Women's History Month Maker's Mark Limited-Edition Kathleen Scofield Custom Label

Maker’s Mark Distillery Celebrates Women’s History Month with the Release of a Custom Limited-Edition Spirited Women Label

Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky, has announced its support of Vital Voices, a leading nonprofit investing in female leaders taking on
Kentucky Distillers' Association - 2024 Biennial State of the Bourbon Industry Report

Watch the Entire 2024 ‘Bourbon Economic Impact Report’ Presentation [VIDEO]

Watch Master Blender Jane Bowie and Master Distiller Denny Potter as they introduce their new Potter Jane Distilling Company, a
Brown-Forman - Brown-Forman Sells Jack Daniel Cooperage in Alabama to Independent Stave Company

Brown-Forman Sells Jack Daniel Cooperage to Independent Stave Company

Brown‑Forman Corporation has sold its Jack Daniel Cooperage in Trinity, Alabama, to Independent Stave Company – ISCO. The cooperage will continue
Kentucky Distilleries' Association - Bourbon, It's More Than a Drink, Bourbon's 10 Year Journey to Pouring $9 Billion into State's Economy

Kentucky Distillers and State General Assembly’s 10-Year Partnership Leads to Economic Bourbon Boom [Timeline]

Bourbon is a signature industry that fuels economic development and tourism in the state of Kentucky. As one of the
Garrard County Distilling Co - Master Distiller Lisa Wicker

Lisa Wicker Named Master Distiller of Garrard County Distilling Co. – The Largest New Independent Distillery in the U.S.

Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Garrard County, Kentucky has announced the hiring of Lisa Wicker as the whiskey makers
Kentucky Distillers' Association - 2024 Biennial State of the Bourbon Industry Report

Bourbon Boom Continues: New Report Shows Kentucky Bourbon Pours $9 Billion into State’s Economy [Download Full Report]

The Kentucky Distillers’ Association – KDA has been the leading voice to promote, protect and elevate Kentucky’s signature bourbon and
Old Forester Distillery - Master Taster Melissa Rift, Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo and Master Distiller Chris Morris

The Old Forester Leadership Trilogy – Master Distiller, Master Taster & Introducing Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo

Old Forester Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky is the home to Brown-Forman’s original brand dating back to 1870. It’s a bourbon brand that has
Garrard County Distilling Co - The New $250 Million Distillery is Now Operational

Startup Garrard County Distilling Co. Opens $250 Million Distillery – Will Produce 150k Barrels of Bourbon a Year

Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky has announced its startup $250 million distillery is now operational. The new distillery
Eastern Light Distilling - Rendering of New Distillery in Morehead, Kentucky

A New Day is Dawning in Eastern Kentucky as Startup ‘Eastern Light Distilling’ Begins to Take Shape

There is a famous line that says, “Go West, young man and grow up with the country.” In the case
RD1 Spirits Distillery - January 10, 2024 RD1 Spirits Groundbreaking in Lexington, Kentucky

Watch as RD1 Spirits Introduces their New Distillery and Brand Home in Lexington, Kentucky [VIDEO]

RD1 Spirits in Lexington, Kentucky celebrated a groundbreaking for the new distillery and visitor center at The Commons. Hear from company leaders and investors
RD1 Spirits Distillery - January 10, 2024 RD1 Spirits Groundbreaking in Lexington, Kentucky

RD1 Spirits Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Distillery Destination that Promises to Unite Life, Work, Play and Bourbon [Renderings]

RD1 Spirits in Lexington, Kentucky was founded in 2020 but its roots go back to 1865 and the Ashland Distillery.
Middle West Spirits - New Location Now Open

Middle West Spirits Completes Massive Expansion Making it a ‘Top 10 Grain-to-Glass Whiskey Producer‘ in the U.S.

Middle West Spirits in Columbus, Ohio has completed Phase 1 of their massive expansion plans. Company Co-Founder and CEO Ryan Lang says this
Log Still Distillery - Distillery to Open Monk's Road Boiler House on Louisville's Whiskey Row

Log Still Distillery to Open Luxury Chophouse-Style Restaurant & Tasting Room on Louisville’s Historic Whiskey Row

Log Still Distillery in Gethsemane, Nelson County, Kentucky has announced it will be opening a new restaurant and tasting room experience on Louisville’s
RD1 Spirits - Rendering of New Location in The Commons, Lexington, Kentucky

RD1 Spirits Announces $4.8 Million Expansion Plans to Build a New Distillery and Visitor Center Experience [Rendering]

RD1 Spirits in Lexington, Kentucky has announced plans to build a new location in Fayette County. RD1 Spirits is developing
Water and Wines Puzzles - Kentucky & Tennessee 1,000 Piece Whiskey Puzzle

Puzzled About a Gift? Explore the History and Culture of Kentucky & Tennessee Distilleries with this 1,000 Piece Whiskey Puzzle

Puzzled about what to get the bourbon or rye whiskey lover? How about a nice set of whiskey stones. We

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