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Yellowstone Recollection Bourbon

Yellowstone Recollection Bourbon's striking decanter-style bottle will dazzle you, but despite trying hard to equally impress you with its sip, it struggles to fully match it.
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Blue Note Special Reserve Cask Finished Series Bourbon (2026)
Combining 9 different finishing barrels into a cohesive pour is never an easy task, but B.R. Distilling Company is up for the challenge with this year’s release of Blue Note Special Reserve Cask Finished Series Bourbon.
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Bulleit Bourbon Mesquite Smoked Malt Straight Bourbon
Despite its unusual mashbill featuring a high 30% mesquite smoked malt, this limited edition Bulleit Bourbon release remains approachable and sweet with a hint of smoke to make it stand out.
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Chicken Cock Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Chicken Cock Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon features an easygoing profile that makes it an inviting introduction to wheated bourbon, though those seeking nuance and complexity may find it too restrained.
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Augusta Distillery Wheated Single Barrel Bourbon
This cask strength, 7 year wheated bourbon from Augusta Distillery surprises with a soft, creamy flavor profile that finishes unexpectedly with a surprising amount of spice.
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15 STARS Unveils Kentucke County — a New Line Showcasing Two Expressions Celebrating 250 Years of American Spirit

Rooted in American History, Kentucke County™ by 15 STARS Offers Well Crafted Pours and Commemorative Bottle.
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Koopers Whiskey Debuts 10-Year Rye with Extended Buffalo Trace Barrel Finishing

Highlighting Impact of Texas Climate on Aging.
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Bardstown Bourbon Company Turns Any Bottle into a Personalized Gifting Experience

First in category NFC-powered gift tags debut ahead of Father’s Day, blending bourbon with meaningful connection.
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Jeptha Creed Distillery Unveils Upcoming Release of Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

This Release Spotlights A Proprietary Heirloom Blue Corn Varietal Developed by Bruce Nethery.
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Blue Run Spirits Unveils “Blue Run Blueprint Series” as New Flagship Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

This inaugural release serves as the blueprint for what is to come from Blue Run Spirits.
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Starlight Distillery Announces New Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, Curated by Dana Huber

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The “Olympics of the Drinks Industry” Extends Entries until May 8

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Wenzel’s Award-Winning Sherry Barrel Finished Bourbon Is Back

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A. Smith Bowman Distillery Advances Rye Whiskey Experimentation With Latest Abraham Bowman Limited Edition Release

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Among the countless whiskeys released in 2025, one rose unmistakably to the top. It distinguished itself not only in craftsmanship and character, but in its ability to leave a lasting impression long after the glass was empty.
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Best Bourbon Whiskeys of 2025

Competition for Best Bourbon of the Year is as intense as it’s ever been, and 2025 offered no shortage of standout bottles. Even so, these five distinguished themselves in remarkable ways.
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Best Rye Whiskeys of 2025

It was a banner year for rye, and narrowing the field to just five proved anything but easy.
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Best American Whiskeys of 2025

American whiskey is inherently diverse, and this year’s five winners showcase that range better than ever.
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Best Finished Whiskeys of 2025

Once a minor aspect of American whiskey, it is now a tour de force. We highlight five of the best finished whiskeys of 2025.
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Best American Single Malt Whiskeys of 2025

Five of the best, most exciting, memorable, and unique American single malt whiskeys of 2025.
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