The Parlor Room, founded by Bardstown native and bourbon storyteller Whitney Rye, officially opened its doors this summer in the heart of downtown Bardstown. A Victorian-style space designed for connection and storytelling, The Parlor Room invites guests to explore elevated, rare, and vintage spirits while uncovering the people, places, and history that make each bottle …
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today welcomed Lexington’s Dark Arts Whiskey House as the newest member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Co-founded in 2023 by entrepreneurs and whiskey enthusiasts Macaulay Minton and David Peet, Dark Arts Whiskey House hones its craft by blending, re-barreling, and …
Whiskey bar hopping is a tradition in America that has been passed down from generation to generation. However, some people feel they cannot afford a whiskey-themed night out in the U.S. But what if there is a way to make the most out of your night without breaking the bank? The most affordable cities in …
Pursuit Spirits, the Louisville, Kentucky-based whiskey brand founded by Ryan Cecil and Kenny Coleman, announces the opening of Pursuit Spirits on Whiskey Row on Thursday, August 14. Two floors covering nearly 7,600 sq. ft. provide a little bit of everything: from immersive tasting experiences and a full retail shop to the new Bourbon Pursuit podcast …
By Richard Thomas Lexington, Kentucky’s RD-1 Spirits has announced a date–May 14, 2025–for the opening of their new home and brand destination, RD1 Distillery at The Commons, a developing retail and commercial space that already includes the popular Battle Axes entertainment venue. RD1 is upgrading from its former Tasting Room and Gift Shop on the …
Every great city has that one place—where the food, drinks, and music capture the spirit of the community. In Harlingen, that place is Provecho y Salud Kitchen and Bar. A vibrant mix of tradition and innovation, this local gem brings together the warmth of Latin hospitality with a bold culinary and cocktail experience. And for …
So there I was, nursing a glass of whiskey at this new spot, when my buddy Mike wouldn’t shut up about the bar we were leaning on. Not the whiskey selection—the actual physical bar. “Dude, this is old-growth Douglas fir from the Stimson Mill,” he kept saying, running his hand over the surface like it …
Your bar is good — but is it legendary? A whiskey tasting room isn’t just a feature; it’s a statement. The difference between serving drinks and curating experiences. Want to turn your bar into the whiskey destination? Let’s break down the essentials — from glassware to lighting to a killer bottle selection — so you …
Ten years after launching its popular, Canadian-sourced WhistlePig Small Batch 10 Year Old Rye, WhistlePig is moving into bourbon territory. The Vermont-based company has launched Whistle Pig Snout to Tail 10 Year Old Bourbon to coincide with the summer opening of its outpost in the Bluegrass, the Piggybank brand outpost in Louisville. A decade’s worth …
Laws Whiskey House proudly unveils its highly-anticipated, state-of-the-art tasting room, opening December 21st. The 4,000 square foot, two-story Whiskey Sanctuary boasts a striking whiskey church, tasting rooms, full bar, and stunning cocktail lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, sweeping mountain views, and an expertly crafted cocktail program. “Just as Laws adds to the fabric of American whiskey, …
