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Jim Beam Lineage Batch #2

Lineage is an exceptional example of the Noe family’s work, resulting in a sip that undeniably embodies what it means to be a Kentucky bourbon from Jim Beam.
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Seelbach’s Private Reserve Wheated Bourbon
A well-executed, affordable wheated bourbon from the person who coined the term “Poor Man’s Pappy.”
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Oaklore Story Series: Port Cask Finish Straight Rye
An unsuspecting North Carolina distilled rye finished in port barrels that turns out to be one of the best port barrel finished whiskeys of 2025.
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Booker’s Bourbon 2025-02 “By the Pond Batch”
Booker’s Bourbon 2025-02 "By the Pond Batch" is a classic, intense barrel proof bourbon that delivers familiar yet impactful flavors true to the brand.
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Frank August Small Batch Straight Rye
Frank August Small Batch Straight Rye delivers a nicely balanced sip that leans into its sweeter side that should appeal to just about anyone, including skeptics of the rye whiskey category.
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Seelbach’s Private Reserve “The Beekeeper” Read Review
McKenzie Bottled in Bond BourbonRead Review
McKenzie Bottled in Bond RyeRead Review
Onyx & Amber Single Barrel RyeRead Review
Filibuster Bottled in Bond Bourbon (2025)Read Review
Garrison Brothers Guadalupe (2025)Read Review
Roaming Man Special Edition Tennessee Whiskey Cask StrengthRead Review
Jimmy Red Double Oak BourbonRead Review
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The latest happenings in whiskey

Penelope Bourbon introduces the 2025 Estate Collection

Collection showcases higher age statements, new innovation and increased allocations across each release.
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Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Heritage Barrel Tennessee Whiskey Launches as Permanent Expression

The new year-round offering, crafted with the help of a slow-toasting barrel technique, becomes a permanent extension to the Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel family of whiskeys.
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Introducing PaPaw's Ridge: A Bold New Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Aged 4 Years, This Debut Release Is Now Available in Florida.
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Middle West Spirits Appoints Luis Gonzalez as Chief Commercial Officer

Following Old Elk Distillery Acquisition, Middle West Spirits Appoints Former CEO Luis Gonzalez to Lead Global Growth and Commercial Strategy.
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Blue Run Spirits Unveils “Glimmer” — A Kentucky Straight Bourbon Finished in Gin Barrels

Blue Run Spirits announces the debut of Glimmer, a limited-edition barrel finished 103.2 proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
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The Buzzard’s Roost Distillery Introduces New Cigar Blend Bourbon Whiskey

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Evan Williams Bourbon Expands “Bourbon Nation” with New Schools and Brand Ambassador Molly McGrath

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Garrison Brothers Distillery Announces HYE FASHIONED TAKEOVER 2025

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The Spirit That Wouldn’t Sink: Chicken Cock Whiskey Announces Miller’s Reserve American Whiskey for a Limited-Time Release

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How much does climate affect bourbon aging? Milam & Greene has “The Answer”

There is a question debated among bourbon drinkers about how much the “location” where a bourbon is aged directly influences its taste. Milam & Greene seeks to help answer that question with their latest release.
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Interview

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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Best Of

#1 Whiskey of 2024

There was one whiskey that stood out above all other in 2024.
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SBC #105 Jimmy Red Corn Bourbon “Uni-corn”

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