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- Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura ReviewBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura combines mature bourbon and rye whiskey with an additional 32 months of finishing in barrels that previously held single malt Scotch whisky. Bottled at 104 proof, this limited release uses both ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks from Scotland’s Isle of Jura. Read my review to find out just how much of an effect those barrels had on the finished whiskey!
- Old Elk 10-Year-Old Collection: Straight Bourbon, Straight Wheat Whiskey and Wheated Bourbon ReviewThe Old Elk 10-Year-Old Collection includes a Straight Bourbon, Straight Wheat Whiskey and Wheated Bourbon, each made with distinctive grain-forward mash bills and Old Elk’s Slow Cut™ Proofing Process. What are these three decade-old whiskeys like? Read my review of the complete collection to find out!
- Four Roses Bourbon 100 Proof Review: Built for CocktailsDeveloped with input from bartenders, Four Roses Bourbon 100 Proof offers a higher-proof version of the familiar 80-proof expression. We tasted it neat and put its cocktail credentials to the test. Read our review to see how it performed!
- Stillman’s Sonder 10 Year Bourbon ReviewStillman’s Sonder 10 Year Bourbon began with unused barrels from exploratory MGP distillation runs conducted between 2010 and 2016. Aged in Andean and American oak, with several double-oaked components, this 94-proof bourbon is rooted in three generations of the Maas family’s whiskey work. How did it turn out? Read my review to find out!
- Bardstown Bourbon Company 2026 Discovery ReviewBardstown Bourbon Company’s Discovery Series moves from numbered to annual releases with 2026 Discovery, a blend of three bourbons finished in Garryana oak barrels. New packaging features original artwork by Louisville artist Margaret Archambault, inspired by the whiskey itself. Read on to see what’s in the bottle!
- Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2026 Review: Eight Years in OakThe 2026 Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre is an eight-year Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey matured for four years in American oak and another four in French Limousin oak. Is this limited 101-proof release worth its $349.99 price? Read my full review to find out!
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- Bourbon Litigation News Update For October 6, 2026Five bourbon legal stories you need to know. Attorneys Dean Langdon and Frank Becker discuss Wes Henderson and TKC Distilling, RNDC’s bankruptcy, Uncle Nearest’s receivership, Kentucky Owl’s bankruptcy and contested professional fees, and three ongoing Bardstown Bourbon Company lawsuits. Read the summaries then listen to the full podcast to hear their full discussion.
- Angel’s Envy Introduces Latest Cellar Collection Volume 6 Release for 2026, Featuring a Dual Finish in Peach Brandy and Toasted Oak BarrelsAngel’s Envy Cellar Collection Volume 6 for 2026 is the first release in the series to receive two cask finishes. Read on for its age, proof, price, and availability.
- Bourbon and Distillery News for September 25, 2026This week, Canada’s alcohol ban may have a big bulk-shipment loophole, while England’s new whisky rules ignite a single-malt debate. Plus, we’ve got news about Evan Williams, the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Eastern Light Distilling, Jefferson’s, Willett, Diageo’s Crown Royal, Sazerac’s Canadian Mist, Toasts Not Tariffs, Jameson Irish whiskey, NAFDAC and Southern Glazer’s. Read all about these news stories in this week’s Bourbon and Distillery News!
- New Bourbon Releases News for September 19, 2026Pursuit Spirits and Shortbarrel blend maple-finished bourbon with double oak rye, Beam releases only the second Booker’s rye ever, and Heaven Hill unveils the 20th edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection. And that’s just the beginning! Read this week’s New Bourbon Releases News to learn about those and 24 other new whiskeys from Samuel Call, Chicken Cock, Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace, Ingram, Glenmore, Garrison Brothers, Little Book, Sagamore, Milam & Greene, Knob Creek, The Maven, 2XO and Woodinville, plus a chance to win 34 rare bottles!
- New Bourbon Releases News: Kentucky Bourbon Festival Week Special EditionThis week, Woodford Reserve pushes barrel seasoning to as long as seven years, Four Roses reaches back for a 23-year-old component, and Old Forester celebrates Birthday Bourbon with a new distiller’s jacket. We also cover new releases from Sagamore, Basil Hayden, Baker’s, Town Branch, Chattanooga Whiskey, Shortbarrel, Tumblin’ Dice, Jeptha Creed, Remus, Penelope, Yellowstone, Ezra B., MGP, Larrikin, Neeley Family Distillery, Dark Arts and Brown-Forman in this Kentucky Bourbon Festival Week special edition featuring 34 new bourbons and other American whiskeys! Read on for all the details!
- Bourbon and Distillery News for September 4, 2026Brown-Forman, Pernod Ricard and RNDC lead this week’s 15 bourbon industry news items. In addition, Elijah Craig and Evan Williams partner with UK Athletics; Old Louisville and New Era open new facilities; Buffalo Trace goes on tour; contests from NH Liquor and Garrison Brothers; and Kentucky Bourbon Festival news from Luxco, Whiskey House and Phifer Pavitt. Read on for all the details!
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- Inside Minden Mill Distillery with Master Distiller Joe O’SullivanWhat happens when you grow your own grain in Nevada’s high desert, age whiskey in rickhouses modeled on Kentucky and Scotland, and operate two distinct distilleries on one campus? Join Ed and Karen as Master Distiller Joe O’Sullivan takes us behind the scenes at Minden Mill Distillery, in Minden, NV. From the ranch and barrel warehouses to the stills and tasting room, we explore the factors that shape their whiskeys, and taste the results. Join us!
- Building Southern Distilling: Pete Barger on Engineering, Innovation, and the Future of American WhiskeyWe visited Southern Distilling Co. in Statesville, North Carolina, where co-founder Pete Barger discussed the business decisions, engineering mindset, and long-term vision that have shaped the distillery from the very beginning. Read on to learn more or follow the link to listen to our podcast.
- From Neighbors to Distillers: The Oaklore Distilling StoryWe travel to Charlotte, North Carolina, to visit Oaklore Distilling Co. Read on to learn how this neighborhood start-up transitioned from a bus-stop concept to one of the region’s most intentional craft whiskey producers!
- The 2026 Complete Guide to Kentucky Bourbon Trail Distillery RestaurantsKentucky’s bourbon distilleries are serving up more than just tours and tastings. From farm-to-table dining and bourbon-inspired cuisine to full-service cocktail bars and casual cafés, these on-site distillery restaurant stops add another reason to plan a trip along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. We’ve updated our guide for 2026! Read on to learn all about these distillery restaurants!
- RD1 Spirits: A Fusion of Wood, Science & Bourbon Experiences Coming Soon to The Commons in LexingtonRD1 Spirits’ New Distillery at The Commons Will Blend Bourbon Science, Wood Finishing, and Immersive Bourbon Experiences I recently had the opportunity to visit RD1 Spirits at their former tasting room in Lexington, Kentucky. There I chatted with Co-Founder and National Brand Ambassador Barry Brinegar and Research and Development Master Distiller Jarrad Gollihue, PhD. Join… Read more: RD1 Spirits: A Fusion of Wood, Science & Bourbon Experiences Coming Soon to The Commons in Lexington
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