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Barrels & Billets announce ‘Against All Odds’ bottle release event

Oct 6, 2023 The Bourbon Flight

Barrels & Billets, Hillerich & Bradsby Co.’s (H&B) unique experience…

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Milam & Greene Whiskey unveils Free-Tailed Bat Single Barrel Bourbon

Oct 5, 2023 The Bourbon Flight

Milam & Greene Whiskey announces the fourth release in its 2023 Wildlife Collection, Free-Tailed Bat…

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Blue Run unveils 8YO Double Warehouse Single Barrel Collection

Oct 5, 2023 The Bourbon Flight

Georgetown, Kentucky-based Blue Run Spirits announced a special collection of 8-Year-Old…

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A Bourbon Review: Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon 2023 ‘Hazmat’

Oct 5, 2023 The Bourbon Flight Staff

The bourbon sample used for this review was provided at…

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Chemistry 101: Bourbon

Oct 3, 2023 The Bourbon Flight Staff

Let us all take a little trip back to high…

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Scare up some bourbon in October

Oct 2, 2023 The Bourbon Flight Staff

How can you not love October? Scary movies, colder temperatures…

thebourbonflight Jan 14

The Bourbon Buzz is here! Celebrate Burnt Tavern Bourbon`s Gold win at The Fifty Best competition, where excellence meets craftsmanship. Plus, dive into the inspiring growth of Whiskey Thief Distilling and the innovative blend of Puerto Rican heritage by Fincasa Whiskey. Don`t miss the completion of the K-RAX warehouse and the unveiling of “The 13 Colonies” at the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration. Join us as we toast to the vibrant bourbon community! #BourbonBuzz #WhiskeyGrowth #CraftSpirit #Innovation #KentuckyBourbon

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The Bourbon Buzz is here! Celebrate Burnt Tavern Bourbon's Gold win at The Fifty Best competition, where excellence meets craftsmanship. Plus, dive into the inspiring growth of Whiskey Thief Distilling and the innovative blend of Puerto Rican heritage by Fincasa Whiskey. Don't miss the completion of the K-RAX warehouse and the unveiling of “The 13 Colonies” at the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration. Join us as we toast to the vibrant bourbon community! #BourbonBuzz #WhiskeyGrowth #CraftSpirit #Innovation #KentuckyBourbon

thebourbonflight Jan 14

Knob Creek® releases Eli Manning’s Bold Pick 2026

LERMONT, Ky., Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the 2025-2026 football season reaches its pinnacle, Knob Creek®, the founding spirit of the James B. Beam Small Batch Bourbon Collection™ and a leader in American Whiskey, announces its second limited-edition barrel release, Knob Creek® Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon, Eli Manning`s Bold Pick: 2026 Batch. Available nationwide, the special edition rounds out its season-long partnership with the legendary quarterback....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/knob-creek-releases-eli-mannings-bold-pick-2026/

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Knob Creek® releases Eli Manning’s Bold Pick 2026

LERMONT, Ky., Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the 2025-2026 football season reaches its pinnacle, Knob Creek®, the founding spirit of the James B. Beam Small Batch Bourbon Collection™ and a leader in American Whiskey, announces its second limited-edition barrel release, Knob Creek® Single Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon, Eli Manning's Bold Pick: 2026 Batch. Available nationwide, the special edition rounds out its season-long partnership with the legendary quarterback....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/knob-creek-releases-eli-mannings-bold-pick-2026/

thebourbonflight Jan 14

Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration reveals “The 13 Colonies”

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 13, 2026) — The Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration (KBCA) today announced another extraordinary luxury lot to be offered during its inaugural event over Presidents Day Weekend, Feb. 13–15, 2026. Appropriately titled “The 13 Colonies,” the lot pays tribute to the 13 original colonies that gave rise to the United States, commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary with 13 once-in-a-lifetime bottles from Brown-Forman’s historic portfolio....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/kentucky-bourbon-country-auction-celebration-reveals-the-13-colonies/

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Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration reveals “The 13 Colonies”

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 13, 2026) — The Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration (KBCA) today announced another extraordinary luxury lot to be offered during its inaugural event over Presidents Day Weekend, Feb. 13–15, 2026. Appropriately titled “The 13 Colonies,” the lot pays tribute to the 13 original colonies that gave rise to the United States, commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary with 13 once-in-a-lifetime bottles from Brown-Forman’s historic portfolio....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/kentucky-bourbon-country-auction-celebration-reveals-the-13-colonies/

thebourbonflight Jan 14

Whiskey House of Kentucky completes first seven-story K-RAX warehouse

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Whiskey House of Kentucky, the most advanced custom whiskey distillery in the country, completed construction of the first, seven-story state-of-the-art rickhouse utilizing innovative K-RAX barrel storage technology. This is the first of 12 warehouses that Whiskey House will build over the next decade with The Koetter Group, which reached construction completion one month ahead of schedule....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/whiskey-house-of-kentucky-completes-first-seven-story-k-rax-warehouse/

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Whiskey House of Kentucky completes first seven-story K-RAX warehouse

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Whiskey House of Kentucky, the most advanced custom whiskey distillery in the country, completed construction of the first, seven-story state-of-the-art rickhouse utilizing innovative K-RAX barrel storage technology. This is the first of 12 warehouses that Whiskey House will build over the next decade with The Koetter Group, which reached construction completion one month ahead of schedule....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/whiskey-house-of-kentucky-completes-first-seven-story-k-rax-warehouse/

thebourbonflight Jan 13

Burnt Tavern Bourbon wins Gold

LEXINGTON, KY ( Jan. 13, 2026) -- William Berkele Distillery’s first release, Burnt Tavern Bourbon, recently received a Double Gold medal in The Fifty Best competition and two Golds in the Proof Awards, one for taste and one for design. "We`re thrilled and extremely honored to add three more gold medals to our already impressive list of wins. We set out to create a bourbon worthy of Kentucky`s proud tradition, and this award affirms that our story and Chip Tate’s craftsmanship resonate with bourbon enthusiast,” said Bennett Clark, President William Berkele Distillery....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/burnt-tavern-bourbon-wins-gold/

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Burnt Tavern Bourbon wins Gold

LEXINGTON, KY ( Jan. 13, 2026) -- William Berkele Distillery’s first release, Burnt Tavern Bourbon, recently received a Double Gold medal in The Fifty Best competition and two Golds in the Proof Awards, one for taste and one for design. "We're thrilled and extremely honored to add three more gold medals to our already impressive list of wins. We set out to create a bourbon worthy of Kentucky's proud tradition, and this award affirms that our story and Chip Tate’s craftsmanship resonate with bourbon enthusiast,” said Bennett Clark, President William Berkele Distillery....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/burnt-tavern-bourbon-wins-gold/

thebourbonflight Jan 13

Fincasa Whiskey blends Puerto Rican heritage and rum cask finishing into a purpose driven brand

The story of Fincasa Whiskey is one of heritage distilled into liquid form — a brand rooted in family history, cultural identity and a deliberate effort to bring Latino representation into modern American whiskey. Founded by Michael Martinez, Fincasa emerged from his exploration of whiskey in late 2019 and a realization that Latino ownership and storytelling were largely absent from the category....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/fincasa-whiskey-blends-puerto-rican-heritage-and-rum-cask-finishing-into-a-purpose-driven-brand/

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thebourbonflight Jan 13

Whiskey Thief Distilling posts strong growth in 2025

In a bourbon landscape increasingly dominated by scale, sourced whiskey, and polished visitor experiences, Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. continues to stand apart with a raw, authentic, and boldly independent experience. And in 2025, that approach paid off in a big way. The Franklin County distillery is reporting 37% year-over-year revenue growth, a milestone that underscores the growing appetite for immersive, transparent bourbon experiences....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/whiskey-thief-distilling-posts-strong-growth-in-2025/

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Whiskey Thief Distilling posts strong growth in 2025

In a bourbon landscape increasingly dominated by scale, sourced whiskey, and polished visitor experiences, Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. continues to stand apart with a raw, authentic, and boldly independent experience. And in 2025, that approach paid off in a big way. The Franklin County distillery is reporting 37% year-over-year revenue growth, a milestone that underscores the growing appetite for immersive, transparent bourbon experiences....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/whiskey-thief-distilling-posts-strong-growth-in-2025/

thebourbonflight Jan 8

The Bourbon Buzz provides insights into the bourbon industry`s trajectory in 2026. From charitable milestones to product releases and ISO certifications, this year promises to be exciting for bourbon enthusiasts. Stay informed and engaged with the latest trends and recipes. #BourbonBuzz #WhiskeyIndustry #Charity #ISO #BourbonRecipes

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The Bourbon Buzz provides insights into the bourbon industry's trajectory in 2026. From charitable milestones to product releases and ISO certifications, this year promises to be exciting for bourbon enthusiasts. Stay informed and engaged with the latest trends and recipes. #BourbonBuzz #WhiskeyIndustry #Charity #ISO #BourbonRecipes

thebourbonflight Jan 8

What will happen in the bourbon industry in 2026?

As we head into 2026, the bourbon world finds itself at a crossroads. After more than a decade of explosive growth and near-constant scarcity on shelves, the industry is entering a period of recalibration, creativity, and consumer-driven change. Here’s what bourbon enthusiasts, from casual sippers to serious collectors, should expect this year. Market Shift: From Boom to Balance After years of rapid expansion, the bourbon boom has moderated....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/what-will-happen-in-the-bourbon-industry-in-2026/

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What will happen in the bourbon industry in 2026?

As we head into 2026, the bourbon world finds itself at a crossroads. After more than a decade of explosive growth and near-constant scarcity on shelves, the industry is entering a period of recalibration, creativity, and consumer-driven change. Here’s what bourbon enthusiasts, from casual sippers to serious collectors, should expect this year. Market Shift: From Boom to Balance After years of rapid expansion, the bourbon boom has moderated....

https://www.thebourbonflight.com/what-will-happen-in-the-bourbon-industry-in-2026/

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