A New Program Aims to Fix American Whiskey's Diversity Problem(July 1) - “American whiskey is unlike any other industry,” says Fawn Weaver. “If you buy Levi’s or Nike, it’s not about history, it’s about a cool product. But American whiskey, the … [Read More...] about Today’s Top Whiskey Stories
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2020 International Whisky Competition Medal Winners
Estes Park, Colorado - The International Whisky Competition® reaches out to an exciting whisky fan community on various social media channels and unique medals are designed to promote each of the winning whiskies. We launched in 2010 for whisky … [Read More...] about 2020 International Whisky Competition Medal Winners
Diageo Takes Stride Towards Climate Change Goal with First Carbon Neutral Distillery
LEBANON, Kentucky – Global beverage leader Diageo announced today that its new carbon neutral distillery, which will distill Bulleit – one of the largest in North America, and a first for Diageo. Reinforcing Diageo’s global commitment to reducing … [Read More...] about Diageo Takes Stride Towards Climate Change Goal with First Carbon Neutral Distillery
James B. Beam Distilling Relaunches Old Tub Bourbon For A Limited Time As A Tribute To Its First Groundbreaking Whiskey
CHICAGO -- Today, the James B. Beam Distilling Co. announced the re-release of Old Tub®, an unfiltered, 100-proof bonded bourbon inspired by the oldest brand from the Beam family. This limited-edition throwback offering celebrates bourbon's true, … [Read More...] about James B. Beam Distilling Relaunches Old Tub Bourbon For A Limited Time As A Tribute To Its First Groundbreaking Whiskey
Diageo launches $100 million recovery fund to help pubs and bars welcome back customers after lockdown
Diageo, the maker of GUINNESS, has today announced a new global program to support pubs and bars to welcome customers back and recover following the COVID-19 pandemic. “Raising the Bar” will be a two-year program available from July 2020. Through … [Read More...] about Diageo launches $100 million recovery fund to help pubs and bars welcome back customers after lockdown
Old Forester Celebrates Founder George Garvin Brown’s Birthday with 20th Iteration of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky -- Old Forester will release the 20th iteration of its limited-edition, vintage-dated Birthday Bourbon on Wednesday, Sept. 2 in celebration of founder George Garvin Brown's birthday. This year marks the 150th year of the company … [Read More...] about Old Forester Celebrates Founder George Garvin Brown’s Birthday with 20th Iteration of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon
O’Shaughnessy Distilling in Minneapolis hires former Jameson Whiskey Distiller, Brian Nation
Honoring its family legacy as Irish-American immigrants, O’Shaughnessy Distilling officially marks its operational beginnings today with the hire of a renowned and skilled Master Distiller—former Midleton Distillery Master Distiller Brian … [Read More...] about O’Shaughnessy Distilling in Minneapolis hires former Jameson Whiskey Distiller, Brian Nation
Distillery 291 Releases Colorado Straight Whiskeys as Father’s Day Tributes
Colorado Springs, Colorado – Just in time for Father’s Day, Distillery 291 announced two new tasting room releases – 291 Colorado Straight Rye Whiskey and 291 Colorado Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Matured in deep-charred, new American white oak barrels … [Read More...] about Distillery 291 Releases Colorado Straight Whiskeys as Father’s Day Tributes
George Dickel Returns To Bottled In Bond Category With New Vintage Of Their Award-Winning Whisky
TULLAHOMA, Tennesse -- Last year, George Dickel entered the Bottled in Bond category by launching the brand's Fall 2005 whisky, which earned the coveted "Whisky of the Year" award from Whisky Advocate and was the top-rated American Whiskey of 2019 by … [Read More...] about George Dickel Returns To Bottled In Bond Category With New Vintage Of Their Award-Winning Whisky
MGP to Release Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV in September 2020
LAWRENCEBURG, Indiana -- MGP (Nasdaq: MGPI) will debut Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV Straight Bourbon Whiskey in September 2020. Produced to commemorate Prohibition Repeal Day, Series IV is a limited annual release and reaches full distribution by … [Read More...] about MGP to Release Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV in September 2020
National Bourbon Day – June 14th
There is something about bourbon that’s captured our global attention. In North America, sales have soared and in the U.S., where bourbon originates, one of the nation’s most popular whiskey makers reversed a decision to water down its recipe in an … [Read More...] about National Bourbon Day – June 14th
Devils River Whiskey Adds Cold Brew Blend To Wake Up Your Spirit
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Devils River Whiskey, maker of premium small-batch whiskeys, announces the launch of Devils River Coffee Bourbon Whiskey, a San Francisco World Spirits Competition Gold Medal winner and a rich, smoky addition to their family of … [Read More...] about Devils River Whiskey Adds Cold Brew Blend To Wake Up Your Spirit
SanTan Spirits Whiskeys, Vodkas and Gins, Now Available Through Crescent Crown Distributing in Arizona
CHANDLER, Arizona — SanTan Spirits, the distilling side of SanTan Brewing Company, is now making its award-winning whiskeys, vodkas and gins available through Crescent Crown Distributing (CCD). SanTan is Arizona’s largest brewery and now, it’s … [Read More...] about SanTan Spirits Whiskeys, Vodkas and Gins, Now Available Through Crescent Crown Distributing in Arizona
Square One Organic Spirits Launches Organic Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia — The makers of Square One Organic Spirits – who pioneered the concept of organic vodka and botanical spirits more than 15 years ago – has continued that drive for innovation with the release of a collection of handcrafted … [Read More...] about Square One Organic Spirits Launches Organic Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
Uncle Nearest And Jack Daniel’s Join Forces To Launch The Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative To Increase Diversity In American Whiskey Industry
LYNCHBURG, Tennessee -- The Jack Daniel Distillery and the Nearest Green Distillery announced today the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative to further diversity within the American whiskey industry. Both companies are supporting it equally with … [Read More...] about Uncle Nearest And Jack Daniel’s Join Forces To Launch The Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative To Increase Diversity In American Whiskey Industry