Bourbon News for February 7, 2025

Welcome to my biweekly Distillery and Bourbon News Newsletter! I am so glad you are joining me! There are quite a few news stories this week, as well as new bourbon releases. Therefore, without further ado, let’s get on with the Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025!

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Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025

But First, Here’s What’s New on BourbonObsessed.com!

Before we get on with the news, I would like to share some of my latest bourbon reviews!

• All Nations Flagship Bourbon Review: All Nations considers their 96 proof white labelled Kentucky Straight Bourbon to be their “Flagship”. It’s a blend of bourbons distilled and aged at multiple distilleries across the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, aged 5-7 years. It has a nice transition from a mix of sweet fruit flavors with spices in the nose, towards milder flavors initially in the taste, but increasing spice and dryness later on. At ~$40, it is a great addition to anyone’s bar.  Read my full review here.

• All Nations Small Batch Bourbon Review: Taking a step up in complexity, the Small Batch Bourbon from All Nations is carefully blended to enhance depth and character, while maintaining a similar transition from sweeter to spicier. At ~$55, the Small Batch offers a bolder, more layered experience, with a richer nose, deeper spice, and a longer finish that sets it apart from the Flagship. Check out my review here.

• All Nations Single Barrel Bourbon Review: While each barrel will differ, All Nations Single Barrel Bourbon has the characteristic sweeter beginning and drier and spicier finish. At ~$73, it leans drier and spicier than the others, with added depth, body and intensity. Discover more in my review.

Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025

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Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025

Now, on to the news!

We’ve got quite a few interesting news stories this week. Read on to learn about them all!

Bourbon and Distillery News:

• Garrard County Distilling Co in Lancaster, Kentucky has joined the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Learn all about the distillery in our article Garrard County Distilling Co – Behind The Scenes.

• Larrikin Bourbon Co. (formerly Lawrenceburg Bourbon Co.) in Lawrenceburg, KY, is also now an official member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. https://larrikinbourbon.com/

• Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon launched a sweepstakes offering the ultimate golf outing with pro golfer and bourbon-lover Wyndham Clark, including a post-game social hour with Clark at The 19th Hole. One lucky winner and up to three of their friends (25+) will be flown to a premier U.S. golf destination for an unforgettable two-night trip, including a round of 18 holes at a prestigious course, played with Clark himself. This sounds like a great prize for a golf fan. For rules, details and to enter, head to: www.bladeandbowwhiskey.com/sweepstakes.

• New Riff Distilling has announced that they have added a 6-Year-Old Single Barrel Rye, bottled at barrel proof, to their Single Barrel Selections. Customers can pick their rye remotely or on-site, and can purchase from 15 six-pack cases (90 bottles) to a full barrel (approximately 30 cases (198 bottles)). newriffdistilling.com/single-barrel

• WhistlePig Snout to Tail Bourbon Released – WhistlePig has launched Snout to Tail Bourbon, a new 10 year old limited-release bourbon that features a unique aging process with custom-crafted barrel heads made from both a Vermont oak medium toast at “the snout” end and a Vermont oak smoked maple wood toast at the “tail” end, adding distinctive flavors to the final product. Bottled at 88 proof, this bourbon (which interestingly is distilled in Kentucky) carries a suggested retail price of $89.99. Read the full press release here.

• WhistlePig PiggyBank Comes to Louisville Alongside their new bourbon, WhistlePig is opening the WhistlePig PiggyBank in Louisville, Kentucky. The WhistlePig PiggyBank brings “interactive snout-to-tail experiences, exclusive tastings, a big pig bar and other ham hijinx. The prime cut of the experience is the century bank Vault, reinvented to house WhistlePig’s most rare and collectible whiskeys.” The PiggyBank will open this summer at 403 E. Market St., Louisville, KY. Read the full press release here.

• Adam Edwards Appointed Heaven Hill’s East Coast Ambassador – Heaven Hill Distillery has named Adam Edwards as its new East Coast Brand Ambassador. Edwards, who has extensive experience in the bourbon industry, will represent Heaven Hill’s portfolio across the region, strengthening relationships, and educating trade professionals, consumers and the media. Read the full press release here.

• Brother’s Bond Bourbon & Banfi Announce Strategic Partnership – Brother’s Bond Bourbon has entered a strategic partnership with Banfi Vintners, a leading Italian wine producer and importer of its family-owned fine wines, to expand its distribution and reach. Through this collaboration, Banfi will serve as Brother’s Bond’s sales agency in the U.S., leveraging its extensive network and expertise. This partnership marks Banfi’s first portfolio extension in over a decade. Read the full press release here.

• Castle & Key Distillery Expands Sustainability Efforts – Castle & Key Distillery announces the completion of Phase 1 of a major solar energy project as part of its ongoing sustainability initiatives. With this investment, the distillery is further solidifying its commitment to renewable energy, harnessing solar power across more than an acre of space. Castle & Key’s solar energy system is installed at the distillery’s Versailles Warehouse in Woodford County, Kentucky, and is designed to provide a substantial portion of the distillery’s energy needs. Read the full press release here.

• Detroit City Distillery Paczki Day Vodka and Paczki Cream Liqueur – Detroit City Distillery is bringing back its popular Paczki Day Vodka, made by distilling real raspberry paczki from Hamtramck’s legendary Polish bakeries. This year, they are also introducing Paczki Cream Liqueur, a rich and creamy spirit inspired by the beloved Polish pastry.

Paczki Day Vodka returns as a limited-edition release bottled at 88 proof and priced at $35 for a 750ml bottle, while the all-new Paczki Cream Liqueur debuts at 47.5 proof with an MSRP of $25 for a 375ml bottle. Both spirits will be available for purchase beginning February 7 at Detroit City Distillery’s Tasting Room, online at detroitcitydistillery.com/shop and at select Michigan retailers. In addition, Paczki Day Vodka will also be available at Seelbach’s. Last but not least, Detroit City Distilling will host their annual Pączki Day Party at their Tasting Room at 2462 Riopelle Street on Saturday March 1 from 10am-7pm. Read the full press release here.

Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025

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New Bourbon and Other Whiskey Releases:

New whiskey releases are starting to hit full stride. We’ve got quite a few this week:

• Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection: Spirits Distilled from Grain and Hops – Buffalo Trace has unveiled their latest Experimental Collection release, exploring the influence of hops on whiskey flavor. This unique spirit is made from new make infused with hops, which was then redistilled and aged 11 years. (90 proof; $46.99 for a 375ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

• Michter’s Bomberger’s PFG (Precision Fine Grain) Kentucky Straight Bourbon – This new expression is made from fully matured bourbon which is then placed in a second new, custom, proprietary toasted and charred, French fine grain oak barrel for further maturation. The secondary barrel is made from a blend of woods from various origins and that have been air dried outdoors for a minimum of 40 months near the Charente River in France. (100.2 proof; $140 for a 750ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

• Lux Row Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish Bourbon – Lux Row Distillers is releasing their Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish Bourbon nationwide. The new release is crafted from small batches of 4-year-old ryed straight Kentucky bourbon finished for six months in casks that held PX Sherry, an intensely rich and sweet wine made from overly ripened, sun-dried grapes. (112 proof, $49.99 for a 750ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

• Penelope Wheated Bourbon Joins Core Series – Penelope Bourbon has added a Wheated Bourbon to its core lineup. With a carefully balanced mash bill of 74% corn, 16% wheat, 7% rye and 3% malted barley, Penelope Wheated Bourbon delivers a rich, sweet character with a smooth finish, according to the brand. (95 proof; $39.99 for a 750ml bottles) Read the full press release here.

• Barrell Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon – Barrell Craft Spirits introduces its Foundation Double Barrel Bourbon, a line extension of Barrell Foundation, the company’s first non-cask strength bourbon. It is a blend of Kentucky (8yr), Indiana (5, 6, and 9yr), Tennessee (8yr), and Maryland (5 and 6yr) bourbon whiskeys. It features a derived mash bill of 73% corn, 23% rye, and 4% malted barley (100 proof; $54.99 for a 750ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

• Two Stacks The First Cut Signature Blend Irish Whiskey Comes to the U.S. – Two Stacks is bringing its The First Cut Signature Blend Irish Whiskey to the U.S. market. It is a marriage of five whiskeys from some of Ireland’s most lauded distilleries. With two Single Grain Whiskeys providing the foundation, a Pot Still Whiskey lends layers of green apple and spice; a Double-Distilled Malt Whiskey adds body, rich mouthfeel and rounded fruity esters; and a Peated Malt Whiskey adds a hint of smoke. (86 proof; $37.99 for a 700ml bottle or $4.99 for 100ml Dram in a Can) Read the full press release here.

• Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Wheat Whiskey – Heaven Hill has announced the latest Heritage Collection release. This 2025 edition features Heaven Hill’s Wheat Whiskey mashbill, comprised of 51% Wheat, 37% Corn and 12% Malted Barley. It is the oldest Wheat Whiskey ever released by Heaven Hill. (100 proof; $299.99 for a 750ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

• Green River Wheated Single Barrel Bourbon – Green River Distilling Co. has introduced its Wheated Single Barrel Bourbon, offering a unique barrel proof expression of their wheated bourbon mash bill. Only 100 barrels will be available for 2025. Additionally, individual bottles will go on sale at the Green River and Bardstown Bourbon Company retail shops beginning on February 13, 2025. (110-130 proof; $59.99 for a 750ml bottle) Read the full press release here.

Distillery & Bourbon News For February 7, 2025

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If you would like to read some of my other recent newsletters, then check out my Bourbon News for January 24, 2025 and my Bourbon News for January 10, 2025. You can also head over to our Newsletter Archive to see all the prior editions.

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