David Thomas Tao is an NYC-based spirits reviewer, writer, entrepreneur, and Tony-nominated producer. A Kentucky native, Kentucky Colonel, and Forbes 30 Under 30 listmaker, his passion for drinks ...

After years of setting a high bar with its spectacular rye whiskeys, the Baltimore, Maryland-based Sagamore Spirit has officially stepped into bourbon territory. Introduced in early October, Sagamore ...

It’s been barely three years since Russell’s Reserve debuted its acclaimed Single Rickhouse series. The bourbon is bottled to showcase the naturally occurring microclimates in the brand’s warehouses. ...

Since its founding in 2017, Sagamore Spirit has made waves for working to revive Maryland rye—a spirit category with a rich, mostly pre-Prohibition history. The distillery soon made waves for its well ...

Jackson Purchase Distillery, led by a member of the Jim Beam family, is launching its first private label bourbon. The distillery, known for contract distilling, has quickly become one of Kentucky's ...

Earlier this month the Top Shelf 2025 Awards Gala recognized the Dallas-based Lasso Motel’s “Darts” Cigarette Blend Bourbon as the world’s best new bourbon. The spirit is meant to be paired with ...

Maker’s Mark unveils 2025 Cellar Aged bourbon with whiskey aged up to 14 years. Release blends 74% 11-year, 10% 13-year, and 16% 14-year bourbon at 112.9 proof. Bottles debut Sept. 15 for $174.99, ...

Six years after disrupting the American single malt space, The Macklowe is entering the bourbon market. Today, the ultra-premium whiskey brand announces the launch of its Sapphire Bourbon Collection.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Lexington Legends baseball team took on a new identity Thursday evening, playing as the Kentucky Bourbon Barrels in a special themed night at Legends Field. The team ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WKRC) — A spirits company will turn a historic Kentucky "castle" into a brand new distillery. According to a press release, Von Payne Spirits, renowned for its gothic allure and ...

Longtime downtown Salem spot The Night Deposit Whiskey Library will host its last night of drinking, dancing and deejaying on Halloween. Owners of the bar, located at 195 Commercial St. NE, announced ...