LOUISVILLE, Kentucky – In a move toward diversifying its portfolio and reaching spirits consumers, Goodwood Brewing Company announced a foray into the crafts spirits space with the launch of a Premium Bourbon aged in stout barrels in 2019. A year later, they are adding a Rye Whiskey to their lineup.
The 90 proof, small-batch rye is the fourth product to be launched under the Goodwood Spirits line. As with all Goodwood Brewing products, an emphasis was placed on quality and craftsmanship, with months of preparation and experimentation going into the spirit.
Goodwood Rye Whiskey is aged for two years, before being finished in Goodwood English Mild beer barrels, for a special flavor that can only develop from this process. Tasting notes of caramel and vanilla fade to a complex spice and smoky body.
Goodwood Rye will be released in early May in select retail stores and exclusive accounts throughout the Louisville area, and will enter the rest of Kentucky in the near future. Goodwood Spirits can also be purchased at the Goodwood Brewing Taproom in Louisville, KY.
Other spirits in development from Goodwood Brewing and Spirits include a Walnut Brown and an Imperial Stout.
ABOUT GOODWOOD BREWING
Goodwood Brewing and Spirits, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, continues to blend the rich traditions of Kentucky bourbon culture with innovative craft brewing. Known for its signature wood-aged beers crafted with pure limestone water—the same source that makes Kentucky bourbon world-famous—Goodwood produces a range of flavorful offerings, including bourbon barrel-aged ales, stouts, and seasonal specialties. The brewery’s commitment to quality extends to barrel-finished spirits and house-made food, creating unique experiences at its taprooms where guests enjoy made-from-scratch dishes paired perfectly with fresh brews.
With multiple locations across Kentucky, including flagship spots in downtown Louisville and Whiskey Row, as well as expansions into neighboring states, Goodwood Brewing and Spirits fosters community through live music, events, and a welcoming atmosphere for beer enthusiasts and whiskey lovers alike. Whether savoring a classic Bourbon Barrel Ale or exploring rotating small-batch creations, visitors discover why Goodwood believes what’s good for bourbon is even better for beer. For more information, visit goodwoodbrewing.com.
