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Buzzard’s Roost French Oak (Batch 2)

Fine-tuning the finishing process using toasted French oak staves results in a sweet, tasty, French oak finished bourbon.
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Three Chord Strange Collaboration (Batch 1)
Straightforward and easy sipping, this Three Chord pinot noir finished bourbon will appeal to those who like a spicier bourbon with a hint of sweetness.
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Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #4: Watershed Distillery Ohio Straight Bourbon Finished in a Nocino Cask
With an aroma that is sure to bring a smile to your face, this extra-aged Nocino finished bourbon from Watershed Distillery is a great example of the unique whiskeys that Lost Lantern is seeking out for their releases.
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Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #1: Santa Fe Spirits New Mexico Single Malt Finished in an Apple Brandy Cask
This latest release from Lost Lantern will appeal to those who like an earthier American single malt with a dab of sweetness.
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Lost Lantern Opulent Orchard New York Distilling Co. Apple Brandy Finished Straight Rye
Adding the sweetness from an apple brandy finish to a peppery rye proved you can't always tame a lively rye, but you can transform it into something better.
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Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #3: Starlight Distillery Straight Bourbon Finished in a Honey CaskRead Review
Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #2: Andalusia Whiskey Co. Peated Texas Single Malt Finished in a Tequila CaskRead Review
Lost Lantern 2025 Single Cask #5: Finger Lakes Distilling Straight Rye Finished in a Pommeau CaskRead Review
Dragon’s Milk Origin Toasted Barrel 2025A “Weekend at Grandma’s”Read Review
Dragon’s Milk Origin Toasted Batch 2025B “Rainy Day Cafe”Read Review
Dragon’s Milk Origin Toasted Batch 2025C “A Glimpse Towards Autumn”Read Review
Dragon’s Milk Origin Toasted Batch 2025D “Call Me Old Fashioned”Read Review
Bulleit 95 Rye 10 Year OldRead Review
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Whiskey News

The latest happenings in whiskey

The IWSC Returns to Kentucky for the North American Whiskey & RTD Judging, June 4-7 in Bardstown

Spirits industry professionals from around the world will descend upon Bardstown, KY in June.
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Bardstown Bourbon to be featured in CBS 60 Minutes segment following the fascinating journey a bourbon barrel takes in its lifetime

Kentucky’s signature industry will take the national stage this Sunday on CBS’ 60 Minutes.
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CULT-FAVORITE WILD TURKEY 101 8-YEAR-OLD BOURBON JOINS THE DISTILLERY'S ICONIC 101 RANGE IN THE UNITED STATES

A favorite of Master Distiller Jimmy Russell and best-seller globally, this age-stated take on the iconic Wild Turkey® 101 will be available at US retailers starting this April.
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THE LAST DROP DISTILLERS PRESENTS ITS 2025 COLLECTION: A REMARKABLE TRIO OF ULTRA-AGED WHISKIES SHOWCASING THE INTERSECTION OF CULTURE, ART AND INNOVATION

Featuring three rarities from the world’s premier whisky-producing countries: a 27 Year Old Bourbon from Kentucky’s Buffalo Trace Distillery, 55 Year Old Single Malt Scotch from Tomintoul Distillery and 22 Year Old Japanese Blended Malt Whisky.
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Penelope Bourbon expands its lineup with ready-to-pour Peach Old Fashioned

New premium cocktail is crafted for convenience and quality without compromise.
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CASA of Lexington hosts bourbon raffle

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Gigi Burris and Woodford Reserve Debut Luxury Hat Capsule Collection for Kentucky Derby 151

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Blood Oath Pact 11 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey arrives at retail in April

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Buzzard’s Roost Distillery Introduces New Signature Double Oak Bourbon

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Articles

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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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Tour

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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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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Best Finished Whiskeys of 2024

Once a minor aspect of American whiskey, now a tour de force. We highlight five of the best finished whiskeys of 2024.
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