The key complaint right among many bourbon and whiskey enthusiasts is how to get those elusive bottles that no longer can be regularly found on liquor store shelves. Where’s the Blanton’s? The Weller 12-Year? Where’s my Henry McKenna 10-Year? The new study, titled “The Economic … Continue readingKDA Bourbon Economic Impact Study Shows There’s Plenty of Good Whiskey to Look Forward To
Scottish independent whisky bottler Wemyss Malts has released Smoky Shores, a limited-edition blended Scotch whisky. The limited expression is packaged in a foiled gift carton, inside a bespoke decanter bottle, with an illustrated label design that takes inspiration from the barley malting process. Smoky Shores … Continue readingWemyss Malts Releases Smoky Shores Limited-Edition Scotch Whisky
Even a pandemic can’t stop bourbon’s economic impact on Kentucky. A new study shows that Bourbon now injects about $9 billion into the economy annually, generating more than 22,000 jobs that account for $1.23 billion in payroll. The study, commissioned by the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, … Continue readingNew KDA Study: Bourbon is Still Booming, Bringing $9 Billion to Kentucky Economy Annually
The United States Bartenders’ Guild announced that the three newest members to the organization’s National Board of Directors have begun their terms. The first meeting inclusive of the new members took place January 7. The new board members are a three-decade hospitality industry veteran, a Clevelander with … Continue readingThree New United States Bartenders’ Guild Board Members Begin Terms
Buzzard’s Roost Whiskey announced a new limited release, Toasted French Oak Bourbon. Jason Brauner, co-founder and master blender for Buzzard’s Roost, selected a five-year-old double-barreled Indiana bourbon for finishing in a toasted barrel with a twist. Instead of traditional American oak, Buzzard’s Roost used 24-month … Continue readingBuzzard’s Roost Releases 5-Year-Old Toasted French Oak Bourbon
Diageo’s Orphan Barrel Whisky Co. announced the second Single Grain Scotch Whisky release from the company: Muckety-Muck 25-Year-Old from the storied Port Dundas Distillery. Set beside the canal on a hill overlooking the vibrant city of Glasgow, Port Dundas was a prominent local landmark established … Continue readingOrphan Barrel Whiskey Releases Limited-Edition Muckety-Muck 25-Year