New Bourbon Releases News For December 19, 2025

9 New Bourbon (and Other American Whiskey) Releases To Try Now!

For the first time since August, the new releases have slowed down. So, there are only nine to discuss in this week’s New Bourbon Releases News. Don’t worry – I’m sure they will pick up again in the new year!

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

There is so much going on these days that I was only able to review a few whiskeys this week. I hope to have more reviews next week!

• Old Overholt 12 Year Cask Strength Rye Review
  Old Overholt pushes its Extra Aged Cask Strength series further with a 12-year-old straight rye bottled unfiltered at cask strength. Read my full review for my thoughts on this mature rye release!
• Pursuit United Triple Mash Barrel Proof Rye Review (Video)
  Join Ed and Dean as we taste and review the Barrel Proof version of the Pursuit United Triple Mash Rye! It’s made from three different mash bills from two distilleries — Bardstown Bourbon Company and Sagamore Spirit — and our bottle clocked in at 121.8 proof. Tune in to hear what it’s like! You can also watch this review on Instagram here.
• Larrikin 7 Year American Light Whiskey Review – 143.6 HAZMAT Proof! (Video)
  Join Dean and Ed as we taste Larrikin American Light Whiskey, a 7-year-old, single-barrel, cask-strength “HAZMAT” release bottled at 143.6 proof. In addition to tasting and reviewing the whiskey, we spend some time discussing what defines American Light Whiskey, how it differs from bourbon, and why this category exists. Tune in to learn all about it!

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New Bourbon Releases News For December 19, 2025

New Bourbon Releases

New Bourbon Releases News For December 19, 2025

Old Forester 117 Series Prohibition Era Still Proof

Old Forester released the latest entry in their 117 Series, Prohibition Era Still Proof, bottled at 130 proof. It debuted on Repeal Day, the date marking the end of Prohibition in 1933, when the 21st Amendment restored Americans’ right to enjoy bourbon once again. The limited release honors Old Forester’s history as one of the few distilleries legally permitted to produce whiskey for medicinal purposes during Prohibition. The 130 proof was chosen because Old Forester was distilled to that proof during the 100-day “distiller’s holiday” that took place a few years prior to the repeal of Prohibition. Available in limited quantities online and at select Kentucky retailers for $64.99 for a 375 mL bottle. Read the full press release here.

Old Hickory Bourbon Unveils 12- and 15-Year-Old Hermitage Reserve Rye and Barrel Proof Whiskey

Old Hickory Bourbon announced the launch of two new limited-edition, age-stated whiskeys: the Hermitage Reserve 12-Year-Old Straight Rye Bottled in Bond and the Hermitage Reserve 15-Year-Old Barrel Proof Whiskey. Founded in 1868 in Fayette County, Kentucky, Old Hickory survived Prohibition and was revived in 1933 before being acquired by R.S. Lipman Company in 2011. According to the company, the new 12- and 15-year-old releases reflect a belief that “great bourbon is earned, not rushed,” emphasizing extended aging and careful barrel selection. Price and proof (other than the rye being Bottled in Bond) are not provided. Read the full press release here.

Wilderness Trail 10-Year Wheated Bourbon Honors 250 Years of the Wilderness Road

Wilderness Trail Distillery has unveiled a rare, limited-edition 10-Year Wheated Bourbon created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the historic Wilderness Road. This marks only the second public release of a 10-year-old bourbon from the distillery, and it became available exclusively at the Wilderness Trail Distillery Visitor Center on December 12, 2025. The barrel-proof, small-batch release features a unique mash bill of 51% corn, 45% wheat, and 4% malted barley, a recipe never before bottled by the distillery. Only three 10-year-old barrels were hand-selected for this release, and once sold, no additional releases are planned. SRP: $200, 122 proof. Read the full press release here.

Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series Fall 2025

Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the Fall 2025 edition of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series, an 11-year-old bourbon comprised of barrels distilled in fall 2014 and bottled in fall 2025. This marks the sixteenth national release in the series. It will be available in a 750mL format on an allocated basis. Bottled at 100 proof and meeting all bottled-in-bond requirements, the Fall 2025 edition carries a suggested retail price of $159.99 and features the series’ signature black fall label and ornate decanter design inspired by historic Old Fitzgerald packaging. Read the full press release here.

Whiskey Thief Donner and Blitzen Bourbon

Whiskey Thief Distilling has released Donner & Blitzen, which the distillery says is “finished in a cinnamon barrel for a smooth, seasonal spice.”  Aged eight years and featuring a flavor note of “Christmas cinnamon toast,” this bourbon is available at Whiskey Thief’s Franklin County Farm Distillery and Louisville tasting room, as well as online via their website. SRP: $75 / 375 mL, 100 proof. Only 100 bottles are available. whiskeythief.com.

Larrikin Deep Purple Batch 4

Larrikin Bourbon Co. recently released Deep Purple Batch 4, a bold 9-year bourbon bottled at 132.45 proof. This Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was built on a classic mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. It is priced at $300 for a 750 mL bottle. There are only 67 bottles available; 30 for purchase online and 37 at the distillery. To be eligible to purchase a bottle online via Larrikin’s website, you have to add another Larrikin spirit to your cart. larrikinbourbon.com.

For all the San Antonio Spurs fans out there:

Garrison Brothers and San Antonio Spurs Release Limited Edition Single Barrel Bourbon

Garrison Brothers Distillery has partnered with the San Antonio Spurs to release a limited-edition Spurs Single Barrel Bourbon celebrating the team’s Nike NBA City Edition uniforms for the 2025–26 season. The uniforms were inspired by the team’s 1990 warm-up jackets and were first introduced in the 2020-2021 season. The release is bottled at 94 proof and features hand-dipped wax in silver and teal, along with a custom label inspired by the City Edition design. In addition, each bottle comes in a custom branded bag. The release is part of the multi-year partnership established in 2023, which named Garrison Brothers an Official Partner of the Spurs.

A total of 1,380 bottles will be released, with 180 bottles available at the Garrison Brothers Gift Shop in Hye, Texas, and an additional 1,200 bottles available through select San Antonio retailers. The suggested retail price is $109.99. garrisonbros.com

I have noticed that a lot of websites have been mentioning the release of this year’s Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon. The press release for it had come out in early November, so I had discussed it at that time. However, the bourbon was recently released, beginning December 6, so if you want to refresh your memory, here is the link to the press release.

Since it is a relatively slow couple of weeks, we’ll throw in a flavored whiskey:

World Whiskey Society Introduces First Ever Flavored Whiskey

World Whiskey Society has introduced the Doc Holliday Huckleberry Flavored Whiskey, its first flavored whiskey and newest addition to the Doc Holliday series. Inspired by the legendary catchphrase of Doc Holliday, “I’m Your Huckleberry,” this expression is huckleberry flavored and bottled at approximately 35% ABV (70 proof) with a suggested retail price of $45. According to Alex Kogan, CEO of World Whiskey Society, “Our master blender has crafted a classic whiskey profile enhanced with the sweet, tart taste of fresh huckleberries, achieving a perfect balance of richness and refreshment.” The Doc Holliday Huckleberry Edition is available on the WWS online shop and at select retailers nationwide. Read the full press release here.

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