LEXINGTON, Ky, May 13, 2026— Town Branch Distillery, the 7^th member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and the heart of Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.—releases its Town Branch 6yr Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey this week at the distillery and available in markets nationwide (SRP $49.99 / 750ml).

The Wait Is Over — Wheated Is Here‍

In recent years, Town Branch has continued shaping its portfolio around bourbon, bourbon-based, and bourbon-inspired offerings as a proud member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. Rooted in Lexington, Kentucky — a city whose bourbon heritage dates back to the earliest days of America’s native spirit — the distillery’s newest release proudly continues that tradition.

Introducing Town Branch 6-Year Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon. This release has been years in the making. In fact, the distillery waited eight long years before introducing a whiskey worthy of joining this coveted category. But while the team patiently anticipated a standalone wheated bourbon release, they also carved their own path toward getting there.

“We realized this whiskey was going to be something very special when we tasted it at six years old, which for us is a sweet spot for our other bourbon mash bills,” said Dave Bob Gaspar, Head Distiller and Blender. “I like to say we waited patiently, but in reality, we could hardly help ourselves, so we found creative ways to distract ourselves for a couple more years.”

By 2024, the distillery’s wheated bourbon stocks had reached six years of age, and the team was eager to enter the category with a dedicated expression. However, releasing it at that moment would have limited the flexibility needed to build a proper blending range across multiple ages. So instead, the team devised a plan: introduce the mash bill through a series of blending projects and immersive distillery experiences that would offer consumers and visitors an early glimpse of what was to come.

In September 2024, Town Branch launched two new whiskey expressions in celebration of Bourbon Heritage Month. The first was Town Branch Overproof Kentucky Straight Whiskey — a 104 proof blended American whiskey crafted from four styles of Kentucky Straight Whiskey. The blend ultimately consisted of 90% bourbon and 10% rye, including 10% wheated bourbon, delivering a profile that drinks like a high-rye bourbon. Later that month, the distillery released its highly limited annual expression, Town Branch Imperium MMXXIV Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Bottled at 96 proof, the blend featured only the best of the best hand-selected barrels and incorporated 50% wheated bourbon barrels into the final composition.

In 2025, the distillery expanded the experience even further by introducing two new Kentucky Bourbon Trail® offerings for guests. The Straight-From-The-Barrel Experience (30 minutes / $30 per person) allows visitors to sample three single-barrel expressions directly from the barrel, including the wheated bourbon mash bill. Meanwhile, the Town Branch Barrel Thieving & Cocktail Experience (1 hour / $50 per person) gives guests the opportunity to thief wheated bourbon at cask strength before crafting an Overproof Old Fashioned using the whiskey.

Now, in 2026, with a fully developed blending range of wheated bourbons aged up to eight years currently, the distillery’s vision has finally become reality. Town Branch 6-Year Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon is crafted from bourbon aged a minimum of six years, non-chill filtered, and bottled at 99 proof.

But this is only the beginning….

Starting this week, guests visiting the distillery can enjoy complimentary samples of the newest addition to the Town Branch lineup. In addition, the distillery team has selected a special 8-year wheated bourbon for its Fill Your Own Bottle Experience, allowing guests to take home an older, cask-strength, hand-bottled version of the whiskey. Bottle engraving is also available for a small additional fee to truly commemorate the moment. Look for availability on this item to hit shelves in May and June at retailers, bars and restaurants nationwide.

Brand Highlights:

Town Branch®️ 6yr Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon – 99 Proof (SRP $49.99 / 750ml)

• Town Branch 6yr Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon delivers the bold, timeless character of Kentucky bourbon, softened and gently sweetened by the inclusion of wheat in the mash bill. The result is a distinctive drinking experience that sets it apart from traditional Kentucky straight bourbons. Aged for a minimum of six years it offers a rich tasting profile of butterscotch, honey, biscuit, and oak, layered with notes of baked apple and warm spice.
• Classification: Wheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 70% Corn | 22% Wheat | 8% Malted Barley
• Cooperage: New American White Oak, #4 Char Level
• Age: 6-years minimum, age stated
• ABV: 49.5% abv. (99 proof)
• Estimated Availability: Available nationwide
• Tasting Notes:
  
  • Appearance: Medium copper
  • Aroma: Subtle and soft oak, floral notes of fruits and cinnamon bark
  • Palate: Rich butterscotch, flakey buttery biscuit, spice, oak, almond, honey, caramel and baked apple
  • Finish: Silky smooth texture and mouthfeel with a gentle sweet and spice finish

About Town Branch Distillery:
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Town Branch Distillery is notable as the first new distillery to open in the city since Prohibition. It is part of Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., the only brewery and distillery on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®️. The distillery produces several acclaimed spirits, including Town Branch Bourbon, Town Branch True Cask Bourbon, Town Branch Overproof Whiskey, Town Branch Rye, Town Branch Malt, and Bluegrass Sundown, a Bourbon-infused coffee liqueur. Town Branch upcycles every used barrel to craft a variety of whiskeys and barrel-aged beers, such as Lexington’s flagship Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale. This process ensures each barrel's legacy continues within our diverse product line. For more details, visit www.lexingtonbrewingco.com, or join the conversation Facebook or Instagram.

About the Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.:
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Brewing Co. was originally established in 1890 and revitalized in 1999 by the late Pearse Lyons and his son Mark Lyons, evolving into Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. with the addition of Town Branch Distillery. Pearse Lyons was a pioneering Irish entrepreneur and scientist with a master’s degree in brewing and a Ph.D. in yeast fermentation. He also founded Alltech, a global leader in animal health and nutrition. Today, both Alltech and Lexington Brewing & Distilling are led by his son, Mark Lyons, who represents the seventh generation of the Lyons family in the brewing, distilling, and cooperage industry. Lexington Brewing & Distilling is renowned for its Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale® and Town Branch Distillery, which is a proud member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. Committed to sustainability, every emptied barrel is upcycled from the distillery to the brewery to create exceptional beer and spirits. For more information, visit www.lexingtonbrewingco.com, or join the conversation Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

About Kentucky®️ Barrel-Aged Beers:
Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co., the only brewery and distillery on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®️, specializes in the art of barrel-aging beer. As one of the largest barrel-aged beer brands globally, Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. leverages its access to freshly decanted Kentucky Bourbon barrels to craft a unique style of beer. Offerings include the renowned Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale®, Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Imperial Milk Stout, Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale, Kentucky Pumpkin Barrel Ale, and a selection of Kentucky® Barrel-Aged Seasonal and Specialty releases. Upcycling its own bourbon barrels enhances the quality of its barrel-aged beers with a distinct character that sets them apart from other breweries in America. For more information, visit www.lexingtonbrewingco.com, or join the conversation Facebook or Instagram.

About Alltech:
Founded in 1980 by Irish entrepreneur and scientist Dr. Pearse Lyons and now led by his son Dr. Mark Lyons, Alltech is a global leader in agriculture, committed to providing smarter and more sustainable solutions. With over 40 years of scientific research backing its work, Alltech offers a diverse range of products and services designed to enhance the health and performance of plants and animals. This, in turn, leads to improved nutrition, reduced environmental impact, and advanced innovation in the field. Alltech's portfolio includes specialty ingredients, premix supplements, feed, and biologicals, all underpinned by a strong scientific foundation and a commitment to adaptability. As a private, family-owned company, Alltech emphasizes quick responses to customer needs and fosters a unique, entrepreneurial culture. Headquartered near Lexington, Kentucky, Alltech operates in over 120 countries with five bioscience centers and more than 80 manufacturing facilities worldwide. Their mission, encapsulated in their purpose of "Working Together for a Planet of Plenty™," focuses on providing nutrition for all, revitalizing local economies, and replenishing the planet’s natural resources. For more information, visit www.alltech.com, or join the conversation on Facebook and LinkedIn.