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Buffalo Trace Distillery begins recovery after historic flooding as waters recede. With damages among the worst in 200+ years, cleanup is underway. Visitor access remains restricted and events are cancelled, with relief efforts now in motion. Donate to the Franklin County Flood Relief Fund for support.

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Woodford Reserve $5,000 and $1,000 Mint Julep Cups return for Kentucky Derby 151 in 2025. Crafted by Louisville;s Makers House, supporting retired fillies at Our Mims Haven. How to buy a $1,000 Mint Julep Cup and also the 2025 Mint Juelp cocktail recipe honoring Derby legends.

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Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, has temporarily closed due to severe flooding. Photos and full story about the distillery which remains closed through at least April 10, 2025, pending safety assessments as floodwaters have submerged buildings, parking lots, and vehicles on the property. The Kentucky River, which runs near the distillery, approached record-high levels, nearing the 48.5-foot crest recorded in December 1978.

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The Last Drop’s 2025 Collection features rare whiskies including Buffalo Trace 27-year-old 22 Year Old Japanese from Hanyu Distillery, 55 Year Old Single Malt Scotch from Tomintoul Distillery.

The post The Last Drop Distillers Presents Its 2025 Collection: A Trio Of Ultra-aged Whiskies Including a 27-Year-Old Buffalo Trace Bourbon first appeared on BourbonBlog.

15 STARS releases Three Ports Fine-Aged Bourbon, a blend of 9- and 15-year-old Kentucky bourbons finished in tawny, white, and ruby port barrels.

The post 15 STARS Fine-Aged Bourbon Debuts Three Ports Expression first appeared on BourbonBlog.

Woodford Reserve and Gigi Burris partners to debut a handcrafted hat collection for the 151st Kentucky Derby, blending artistry with bourbon-inspired design.

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Blood Oath Pact 11, a tequila barrel-finished bourbon from Lux Row Distillers, launches April 2025. Here’s how to get your hands on this rare release in a Bardstown, Kentucky release event.

The post Blood Oath Pact 11 Bourbon Finished in Añejo Tequila Barrels: Coming in April 2025 first appeared on BourbonBlog.

Buzzard’s Roost introduces Signature Double Oak Bourbon, a 100-proof whiskey finished in proprietary toasted barrels for a layered, double-oaked flavor.

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Diesel expands its Vintage Series Maduro and Natural lines with a new 6″ x 60 Gigante frontmark, featuring aged tobaccos and two distinct wrapper types.

The post Diesel to Launch New Vintage Series Size: Gigante first appeared on BourbonBlog.

Michter’s will release its 2025 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon this April. Bottled at 94.4 proof, the whiskey is aged beyond 10 years and priced at $195.

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