Author: Bourbon & Oak

Independent Stave Company Continues Focus on Innovation, Begins Construction of New Research Center in Kentucky

Independent Stave Company (ISC) is pleased to announce the construction of a research center dedicated to oak innovation and experimentation for the spirits industry. Once complete, the new research center will serve as a cutting edge resource on oak maturation for ISC’s distilling customers in Kentucky and around the world.   “We are passionate about […]

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A. Smith Bowman Distillery Introduces Experimental Line of Distilled Spirits

A. Smith Bowman Distillery, well known for making-award winning bourbons, including this year’s Best Bourbon in the World, has expanded its offerings to include a new line of experimental spirits. The line will include a wide variety of distilled spirits, including the aforementioned gin, and will grow to include different expressions of rums, vodkas, and […]

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Michter’s Releases First Celebration Sour Mash in Three Years

This December 2016, Michter’s Distillery will be releasing its Celebration Sour Mash Whiskey for the first time in three years. It is the last Celebration release blended by Willie Pratt before his retirement as Michter’s Master Distiller and his transition to Michter’s Master Distiller Emeritus. To make this 2016 Celebration Whiskey, Mr. Pratt selected his […]

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BEAM SUNTORY OPENS FIRST NEW BARREL WAREHOUSE IN FRANKFORT SINCE 1968

Beam Suntory will open a new barrel warehouse in Frankfort, KY today. The seven-story building is a testament not only to surging demand for bourbon globally, but Beam Suntory’s commitment to and investment in Kentucky, the heartland of its business.   “The need for this incredible new Rackhouse really underscores the global thirst for bourbon,” […]

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West Cork Distillers Announces A Limited Release Of Three 12-Year Old, Cask Finished Collection Irish Whiskeys

In partnership with its U.S. Importer, M.S. Walker, West Cork Distillers has announced the launch of three new limited release products to its line of Irish Whiskeys. Building upon their success with the West Cork Bourbon Cask and 10-Year Old Single Malt, and the recent limited release of Barrel Proof and Black Reserve, West Cork […]

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MGP Announces Acquisition of George Remus Whiskey Brand

a leading U.S. supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches, today announced the acquisition of the George Remus whiskey brand from Queen City Whiskey LLC, Cincinnati. Terms of the cash transaction were not disclosed. “While our core business will continue to be supplying other brand owners with premium distilled spirits, development […]

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Mulholland Distilling Launches with Signature Whiskey, Vodka and Gin

Walton Goggins, Matthew Alper and Mulholland Distilling Inc. are proud to introduce a new portfolio of premium spirits reflecting the vibrant and rich culture of Los Angeles. The company introduces American Whiskey, Vodka and New World Gin to select retailers and restaurants in Los Angeles, with plans for larger distribution in the near future. The […]

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Happy Veterans Day

Today we just simply want to say thanks for serving our country and protecting our freedoms. Today we remember all who served.

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Buffalo Trace Distillery Installs New Grain Dryer, Replacing Existing 1950s Dryer

This summer Buffalo Trace Distillery replaced one of its grain dryers that dated back to the 1950s. However, removing the dryer and inserting the new one was no small feat. In order to install the new, 63,853 pound dryer, the Louisville Dryer Company had to hoist the massive dryer over the Kentucky River and into […]

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Berkshire Mountain Distillers and Samuel Adams Releasing Collaboration Whiskey After Four Years

Today, Berkshire Mountain Distillers (BMD) announces the release of Two Lanterns American Whiskey, the highly anticipated whiskey that is the result of a groundbreaking four-year collaboration with Samuel Adams. BMD crafted this one-of-a-kind premium whiskey by triple distilling Samuel Adams flagship Boston Lager at BMD’s distillery in Great Barrington, MA, followed by years of barrel […]

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