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Chattanooga Whiskey Founder’s 13th Anniversary Blend

A sweet, well-balanced whiskey that pays tribute to Chattanooga’s past and future distilling capabilities.
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Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Batch 043: Pre Prohibition Style
Harkening back to a time over a 100 years ago, Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Batch 043: Pre Prohibition Style appeals to those bourbon lovers who like a rye-forward, malt-influenced, and spicy sip.
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Old Forester The 117 Series: Bottled in Bond Rye (Batch No. 001)
Old Forester’s first-ever bottle in bond rye delivers an elevated sip at an elevated price point.
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Westward Whiskey x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask
Focusing heavily on chocolate notes, Westward Whiskey x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask is an elevated pour compared to Westward’s standard stout malt finished whiskey.
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Augusta Buckner’s Single Barrel 10 Year
A Kentucky sourced single barrel bourbon with a slightly unique yet traditionally grounded flavor profile from a brand that is trending right now.
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Augusta Old Route 8 Single Barrel 8 YearRead Review
Garrison Brothers Lady Bird (2025)Read Review
Whiskey Row Bourbon Bottled in BondRead Review
Saints Alley Nobleman Rye (Batch 4)Read Review
Woodinville Bourbon Finished in Tequila BarrelsRead Review
World Whiskey Society 20 Year American Light Whisky Cigar BlendRead Review
New Riff Sour Mash Single Malt (2025)Read Review
Three Chord Backstage Series: The Allman Brothers Band - Legacy EditionRead Review
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World Whiskey Society Unveils 20-Year-Old American Light Whisky Cigar Blend Gothic Edition

World Whiskey Society (WWS), introduces the newest addition to its exceptional portfolio: the American Light Whisky Cigar Blend Gothic Edition, aged 20 years.
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Buffalo Trace Distillery & BlockBar announce online fundraiser with proceeds going to Kentucky storm relief efforts

The “Pour it Forward for Kentucky” Charity Fundraiser, hosted by BlockBar, will feature rare bourbons and specialty items from Buffalo Trace Distillery and partners including the Van Winkle family, Chris Stapleton, PGA and AGE International.
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Give Dad a Custom Bourbon Bottle from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery

Special Memorial Day Pricing Just in time for Father’s Day from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery.
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Groundbreaking 5-Year Bourbon Climate Experiment by Milam & Greene called “The Answer” Introduced

Milam & Green launches a groundbreaking aging experiment.
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Copperworks Distilling Launches Whiskey Club

Copperworks Distilling launched a new whiskey club.
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Rebel Bourbon and Childress Vineyards introduce Rebel 100 Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish

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Woodford Reserve releases new Distillery Series: Tawny Port Finish

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Frank August introduces its first flagship rye: small batch Kentucky straight rye whiskey

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Green River Distilling Co. Celebrates U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary with Commemorative Whiskey Release

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Westward Whiskey Files for Bankruptcy. What’s Next?

When news of Westward Whiskey filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in mid-April hit, many thought it would lead to their doors closing for good. But in our interview with the CEO of Westward Whiskey, he sees that the opposite is true, and their doors will be open even wider than ever before.
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Opinion

Will There Be a Bourbon Price Reckoning?

Last year marked a new high for bourbon pricing. The result has been a growing and more vocal backlash on pricing than usual. With signs pointing to a possible bourbon glut, has bourbon pricing been put on notice by their consumers?
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Opinion

Is Bourbon Really Going Bust?

According to recent news reports, the bourbon boom is now a bourbon bust. But is that really the case?
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Watershed Distillery - The Capital City Distillery Tour

We spoke to Greg Lehman, founder of the fan favorite Central Ohio distillery about how Watershed Distillery got its start and the plans he has for its future.
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#1 Whiskey of 2024

There was one whiskey that stood out above all other in 2024.
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Best Bourbons Whiskeys of 2024

Competition in the best bourbon of the year space remains as competitive as ever. 2024 was another amazing year filled with great bourbon, but these five stood out to us the most.
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