New Bourbon Releases News for May 16, 2025

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New Bourbon Releases News For May 16, 2025

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Filmland Spirits Releases MOONLIGHT MAYHEM! 2 The White Port Wolf

Filmland Spirits has released Moonlight Mayhem! 2 The White Port Wolf, a limited-edition 7-year-old straight bourbon finished in white port casks. Made from a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, this expression is bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV) and priced at $64.99. In keeping with the Filmland Spirits creative process,  this latest expression was inspired by an original B-movie concept. Moonlight Mayhem! 2 The White Port Wolf continues the saga of ‘star-crossed-lovers-on-the-run,’ Tommy and Sylvane. Having reached Napa Valley, the couple unknowingly trespass into the territory of the mythical White Port Wolf, and Tommy is wounded. Will our heroes escape, or will they continue to battle The Terror of Terroir? Only a sip will tell… The Filmland Spirits portfolio includes four core products and several limited releases, available at retail in 15 states and via e-commerce to 46 states. Learn more at filmlandspirits.com.

Frey Ranch Harvester Series: 10th Anniversary Edition

To mark a decade of distilling, Frey Ranch Distillery has introduced the Harvester Series: 10th Anniversary Edition—a limited-release American whiskey made from five grains grown exclusively on their Nevada farms. Co-created with Master Blender Nancy Fraley, this 121.14-proof whiskey showcases a complex blend selected from over 100 barrels and 14 mash bills. Only 500 hand-numbered bottles are available, each packaged in a custom silo-inspired box topped with a recycled metal tractor cap. SRP: $249.99 (121.14 proof). Read the full press release here.

Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Spring 2025 Edition

Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the Spring 2025 edition of its Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series—a 9-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey distilled in Spring 2016 and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV). This limited release features a green-labeled ornate decanter inspired by 1950s designs, continuing the brand’s tradition of seasonal color coding. The suggested retail price is $129.99 for a 750ml bottle. Read the full press release here.

New Bourbon Releases News For May 16, 2025

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New Bourbon Releases News For May 16, 2025

Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon 2025 – Second Edition

Heaven Hill Distillery has released the second edition of its Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a 105-proof small batch made with Beck’s 6225 corn grown by Peterson Farms. The 2025 release highlights the brand’s seed-to-glass commitment and coincides with the launch of Family Farms First™, a new initiative supporting American family farms through a partnership with Farm Rescue. Heaven Hill will donate up to $100,000 annually to assist family farms facing hardship. 105 proof; $99.95 for a 700mL bottle. Read the full press release here.

Old Commonwealth D.H. Cromwell 15 Year Bourbon

Old Commonwealth Distillery resurrects a little-known classic with the 2025 release of D.H. Cromwell 15 Year Bourbon—a bold Kentucky Straight Bourbon aged 15 years and bottled at 106 proof. Inspired by the legendary “Dirty Helen” Cromwell, this limited-edition release blends four select barrels made from a mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley from an undisclosed heritage distiller. The bourbon is then re-barreled in Kelvin Cooperage barrels for an additional 6 months. A portion of the proceeds will support Refuge for Women, honoring Helen’s charitable legacy. 106 proof; SRP: $299. Read the full press release here.

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World Whiskey Society 12-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Finished in Black Currant Brandy Cask

The World Whiskey Society has unveiled a new 12-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in Black Currant Brandy Casks as the second quarterly release for its World Whiskey Society Subscription members. This limited-edition bourbon was distilled in Kentucky and made from a mash bill of 78% corn, 13% rye and 9% malted barley. It offers a complex profile influenced by the dark fruit and spice notes imparted from the brandy cask finish. It is bottled at 104 proof. SRP was not provided, but enrollment in the quarterly subscription is priced at $150.00, so this bottle is presumably included. Read the full press release here.

Southern Grace Distillery Conviction Naranja

Southern Grace Distillery (aka Whiskey Prison) announced the latest release of their Conviction Naranja. This release consists of their 4 year old Conviction Bourbon finished for 3 years in Vino de Naranja casks. I believe that this is the oldest and longest finished version of this expression ever released. According to the distillery “The fully matured bourbon and extended finishing period creates a richer, fuller profile than previous Naranja releases.” 104 proof, price not provided. Released at the distillery gift shop starting May 10. southerngracedistilleries.com

W.H. McBrayer Kentucky Bourbon – Batch 5

McBrayer Legacy Spirits announced their latest annual limited release of Batch 5 of W.H. McBrayer Kentucky Bourbon! Batch 5 is a blend of 12 barrels of 5- and 7-year-old bourbon, bottled at barrel strength with a 106 proof finish. They use locally sourced grains, and an interesting mash bill of 88.4% Bloody Butcher Corn, 5.8% Heritage Rye and 5.8% Malted Barley. Priced at $100 for a 750ml bottle. Available online for shipping to 40 states or pickup at Revival Vintage Bottle Shop in Covington, KY. mcbrayerlegacyspirits.com

Pursuit Spirits Unveils New Low Proof and Barrel Proof Expressions

Pursuit Spirits introduces an expansion of its Pursuit United lineup with new 88 proof and Barrel Proof expressions of its bourbon and rye whiskeys. The 88 proof bottlings offer approachable flavor profiles at an SRP of $39.99 for a 700ml bottle, while the Barrel Proof Bourbon (119.8 proof) and Rye (121.2 proof) deliver cask strength complexity for $79.99 for 700ml bottles. The original 108 proof expressions will remain in the lineup, as well. Coinciding with these releases, Pursuit Spirits has unveiled a refreshed, custom bottle and updated label design that clarifies the product identity and elevates shelf presence. The labels will now prominently feature “Triple Mash Bourbon” and “Triple Mash Rye,” highlighting the blending process involving three different mash bills that define these core products. Read the full press release here.

New Bourbon Releases News For May 16, 2025

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