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Kentucky Bourbon Affair™ Announces 2017 Dates, Host City, Director Search

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today announced a new three-year partnership that will keep the prestigious Kentucky Bourbon Affair fantasy camp in Louisville through 2019, as well as dates for next year’s event and a national search for a KBA Director. KDA President Eric Gregory also said Whisky Live, an international celebration of […]

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Lexington & Beyond: 11 Things to Do in the Bluegrass Region this Fall

The leaves are falling, the mash is cooking and the thoroughbreds are grazing on the rolling hills. When you’re in the Bluegrass State this autumn to visit our legendary distilleries, be sure to also plan some time to explore the Horse Capital of the World. Whether it be a day at the races at Keeneland’s […]

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Maple Old Fashioned Recipe

It’s Fall and the chilly weather brings a desire to have seasonal flavors. Maple syrup has always been a staple this time of year and adds great flavor to cocktails. This year try the Maple Old Fashioned, it’s easy to make and perfect for fall. Cheers! INGREDIENTS 1/2 ounce Maple Syrup 2 ounces bourbon of choice […]

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Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases 2016 Antique Collection Whiskeys

It’s the best time of the year for whiskey fans, as Buffalo Trace Distillery releases its 2016 Antique Collection. The highly anticipated collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs. Here’s what ardent fans can expect: George T. Stagg The powerhouse favorite of the Antique Collection, George T. Stagg […]

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HAWAII (502): A Kentucky Tiki Party

Kentucky’s finest Craft Distillers are partnering with Harrison-Smith House to throw a Tiki-themed, island oasis party on the Main Square in Bardstown (the Bourbon heart of the 502 area code). Dig in to a hearty BBQ buffet and experience the best local ingredients at the Colonial style tavern, Harrison-Smith House. Stay cool with an island […]

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Four Roses Annual Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Slated for September release

Four Roses will issue the newest release in its series of limited-quantity special bottlings with the 2016 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon, featuring three of the distillery’s 10 unique Bourbon recipes.   Four Roses is the only Bourbon distillery that combines two mashbills with five proprietary yeast strains to produce 10 distinct Bourbon recipes, each […]

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The Sazerac Company Acquires The Last Drop Distillers

The world’s most exclusive spirits brand, The Last Drop Distillers Limited, is today announcing its acquisition by Sazerac – one of the world’s top selling global spirits brands, and one of New Orleans’ oldest family-owned, privately-held companies. The investment that will be injected into the craft spirits brand through the acquisition will accelerate its ambitious […]

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Rebel Yell Bourbon Launches Single Barrel

Rebel Yell® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has introduced Rebel Yell® Single Barrel, meticulously aged for a full 10 years and bottled one barrel at a time at 100 proof. This hand-bottled wheated bourbon will be available nationwide in limited quantity – 2,000 cases – in September, and 4,000 cases are planned for 2017.This ultra-premium bourbon […]

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Tullamore D.E.W. Brings New Single Malt Whiskeys to U.S.

Tullamore D.E.W. – the original triple blend Irish whiskey and second largest Irish whiskey in the world – announces the launch of its new single malt range, comprised of Tullamore D.E.W. 14 Year Old Single Malt and Tullamore D.E.W. 18 Year Old Single Malt. Intensely rich and smooth Irish whiskeys, both Tullamore D.E.W. single malts […]

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Wood’s High Mountain Distillery Introduces Aluminum “Backcountry Bottle” for Tenderfoot Malt Whiskey

Wood’s High Mountain Distillery in Salida, CO has announced that its Tenderfoot Whiskey is now available in a resealable 750-ml aluminum bottle.  Dubbed the “Backcountry Bottle”, the new packaging offers a packaging alternative to glass for use where a glass bottle is not practical or allowed such as camping, river rafting trips, festivals, and backcountry […]

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