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A Love Letter to Bourbon’s Beating Heart: Frankfort, Kentucky

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A spirited review by Jim Shannon, The Bourbon Road Podcast There are few places in America that resonate so deeply with the soul of bourbon as Frankfort, Kentucky. In the documentary “Frankfort, Kentucky: The Heart of Bourbon,” viewers are treated to a captivating and reverent journey through time, terroir, and tradition. As someone who

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Wild Turkey 8-Year 101 Bourbon (2025 Release) Review

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🥃 OverviewA celebrated classic has made its official return to the United States with the reintroduction of Wild Turkey 101 8-Year-Old as a permanent expression. After years of being an export-only product that garnered a cult following among American whiskey connoisseurs, the distillery responded to strong consumer demand by bringing this age-stated bourbon back to

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West Fork Whiskey: Bold Spirits from the Heartland

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On this week’s episode of The Bourbon Road, Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter crack open something new—and bold—as they welcome Julian Jones, co-founder of West Fork Whiskey, to the show. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, West Fork has been making waves with its unapologetically bold approach to whiskey making and its dedication to showcasing the

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Dan Callaway Named Master Blender at Lofted Spirits

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Dan Callaway Named Master Blender at Lofted Spirits, after overseeing innovation across Bardstown Bourbon and Green River Whiskey A Strategic Appointment at a Pivotal Time Lofted Spirits has officially named Dan Callaway as Master Blender, a role in which he will lead whiskey innovation and product development across the company’s growing portfolio—including Bardstown Bourbon

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Colorado Craft: Unpacking the Terroir and Tradition at Laws Whiskey House

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Visiting Denver’s Grain-Forward DistilleryJim Shannon, host of the Bourbon Road podcast, traveled to Denver, Colorado. He visited Laws Whiskey House and sat down with founder Al Laws. This episode explores Al’s passion and the unique approach of his Denver distillery. They discussed the history of the company. They also tasted several of Laws’ distinctive whiskeys.

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Staghorn Opens Largest All-New Independent Distillery

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Staghorn Opens Largest All-New Independent Distillery in Kentucky: Garrard County Distilling Co. Fast-Growing Spirits Company Founded by Industry Veteran Ray Franklin   ATLANTA (January 17, 2024) – Atlanta-based premium spirits company Staghorn is pleased to announce the opening of its first distillery, Garrard County Distilling Co., which has officially begun production in Lancaster, KY. With its towering dual

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Traveller Whiskey with Chris Stapleton

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CHRIS STAPLETON AND BUFFALO TRACE MASTER DISTILLER HARLEN WHEATLEY UNVEIL TRAVELLER WHISKEY A first-of-its-kind collaboration from Buffalo Trace Distillery, Traveller is the result of meticulous craftsmanship and a shared commitment to uncompromising quality FRANKFORT, FRANKLIN COUNTY, KY (Jan. 8, 2024) – Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician Chris Stapleton today

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RD1 Spirits Celebrates a Year of New Bourbons

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RD1 Spirits Celebrates a Year of New Bourbons, Top Industry Awards, and U.S. Distribution Growth Best of 2023: A Year in Review LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 27, 2023) – As 2023 wraps up, Lexington-based RD1 Spirits celebrates a year of tremendous growth, including portfolio expansion, 66 product awards, distribution across 15 states, and an invitation to join the Kentucky Bourbon

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Preservation Distillery Sweetens Collection of Very Olde St. Nick with Winter Maple

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BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Very Olde St. Nick proudly presents its newest addition to the renowned  collection of esteemed Bourbons and whiskeys – Very Olde St. Nick Winter Maple , a deliciously finished Bourbon and Rye blend.. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this limited-edition whiskey embodies the essence of the winter season, offering a unique

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