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Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Buffalo Trace Releases New 100-Proof Sazerac Rye
Produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery, Sazerac Rye's first line extension in years is a nod to the rising demand for more intense, cocktail-ready whiskeys. Courtesy: Sazerac In the ever-evolving world of American whiskey, proof is more than just a number on a label—it's a signal. For bartenders, it's about structure. For collectors, it's about character. And for everyday drinkers, it's increasingly about intensity. With the debut of Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof, Buffalo Trace is responding to all three groups in one move, offering a stronger expression of a rye that already occupies a storied place behind the bar. The July 2025 announcement from Frankfort, KY marks the first major evolution of the core Sazerac Rye in years, and while a ten-point bump in proof might seem incremental, the implications are not. This release isn't just a higher-octane version of the familiar 90-proof rye. It represents a clear acknowledgment that the market has shifted—toward bigger flavors, bolder builds, and the rising expectations of bartenders crafting serious cocktails. 'Bartenders have increasingly embraced 100 proof ryes for the balance, strength and versatility they provide,' said Andrew Duncan, Global Brand Director at Buffalo Trace Distillery, in a statement. 'Sazerac Rye 100 Proof offers greater control over flavor and balance, empowering creativity behind the bar.' For cocktail professionals building multi-ingredient drinks where a number of flavors jockey for position, 100 proof is fast becoming the sweet spot. It's a signal to bartenders that a whiskey can handle mixing without getting lost, especially in classics like the Manhattan or, naturally, the Sazerac. It's no coincidence that this new expression joins the Sazerac Barrel Select (SBS) program, offering bars the opportunity to put their own stamp on a single barrel of this higher-proof rye. The original Sazerac Rye has long had a loyal following, thanks to its spicy, dry profile and value-driven pricing. It's a gateway rye for many, and a workhorse for bars that want a reliable, flavorful base spirit. But in recent years, demand has swelled for rye whiskeys that offer more power and presence. With Sazerac Rye 100 Proof, Buffalo Trace is effectively acknowledging that the training wheels can come off. Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley describes the new release as being built with bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts in mind. 'We focused on ensuring this higher-proof spirit delivers complexity and structure without losing its signature profile,' he said in a statement. That promise seems to hold up on the palate: candied spice, citrus, and the signature rye pepper come through with more clarity and weight. The result is a bottle that feels calibrated for the realities of the modern bar, while still able to hold up to being tasted neat. At $29.99 for a 1-liter bottle, this release also speaks to access, which has always been an important aspect of Buffalo Trace's marketing plays. From releases like their new Eagle Rare 12, to their line of George T. Stagg, to one-offs like the new E.H. Taylor, Buffalo Trace has always kept a close eye on keeping supply tight. The sense of rarity consistently sparks customer intrigue and keeps prices high—so the fact that the new Sazerac Rye 100 Proof is being put out at this price point speaks to the brand's confidence in the demand for a bar-ready, budget-conscious whiskey for consumers looking for high-proof spirits. It's an interest that shows no sign of slowing.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
10-month-old killed, four others hospitalized in single-vehicle crash in Wisconsin
FRANKFORT, Wis. (WFRV) – A 10-month-old boy was killed and four others were hospitalized following a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Marathon County. According to the Marathon County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened shortly before 4:45 p.m. in the 22100 block of State Highway 97 in the Town of Frankfort. Wisconsin man convicted in federal court for distributing cocaine, fentanyl, heroin Authorities say the SUV had been traveling south when the driver lost control and veered off the roadway, crashing into a creek. Wet road conditions are believed to have played a role in the crash. When emergency crews arrived, they found five people inside the SUV. The 10-month-old boy had been ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, a 34-year-old woman, and three passengers — a 1-year-old girl, a 4-year-old boy, and an 18-year-old woman — were all transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Green Bay man arrested for 9th OWI offense following police pursuit in Fond du Lac County Highway 97 was closed for approximately four and a half hours as investigators worked the scene and cleared debris. No further details have been released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Target coming to Frankfort, Ky.? Where Target is opening new stores near me across US
Target plans to open 48 stores across 22 states, including a location in Kentucky announced last year. Target's corporate website doesn't list opening dates for the new stores, but does reveal the approximate size of each new location. Here's what know: Yes, Target is opening one new store in Kentucky in Frankfort, according to The new store will be located at the northeast quadrant of Interstate Highway 64 and Route 127, according to The size will be approximately 128,000 square feet. Target has not yet revealed the opening date for the Frankfort store. A Target spokesperson stated via email that the store's opening date would be revealed closer to when the location is ready for customers. "We're excited to bring an easy, affordable and convenient shopping experience to new guests in the Frankfort community with this new Target store," the Target spokesperson said. "As we get closer to opening the store, we'll have more specific details to share − including how the shopping experience will be tailored to serve local guests and the grand opening date." Here is a list of additional new Target locations, according to Target did not disclose opening dates for upcoming stores: Buckeye: Located at the northeast corner of Interstate Highway 10 and Verrado Way; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Mesa Far E: Located at the northeast corner of Highway 60 and Signal Butte Road; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Queen Creek: Located at 37854 N. Gantzel Road; approximately 145,000 sq. ft. Bakersfield: Located at Panama Lane and Gosford Road; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Fresno Fancher Creek: Located at 205 S. Clovis Ave.; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Jurupa Valley: Located at 8063 Mission Boulevard.; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Perris: Located at 1688 N. Perris Boulevard; approximately 150,000 sq. ft. Denver Green Valley Ranch: Located at the northwest corner of East 56th Avenue and Tower Road; approximately 150,000 sq ft. Firestone: Located at 4358 City Centre Road; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Guilford: Located at 900 Boston Post Road; approximately 78,130 sq. ft. Norwalk: Located at 680 Connecticut Ave.; approximately 117,215 sq. ft. Bradenton Heritage Harbor: Located at 725 Lighthouse Drive; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Cypress Creek Station: Located at 6415 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; approximately 121,000 sq. ft. Lake Nona: Located on Lake Nona Boulevard, half mile east of Boggy Creek Road; approximately 149,000 sq. ft. Trailwinds Village: Located at County Road 466A and Seven Mile Drive; approximately 136,900 sq. ft. Wesley Chapel Grove: Located at the corner of Oakley Boulevard and Pink Flamingo Lane; approximately 148,500 sq. ft. Winter Haven: Located at U.S. Highway 17- 3rd Street SW and Avenue R SW; approximately 149,000 sq. ft. Pocatello Chubbuck: Located at Pine Ridge Mall, southwest corner of Interstate Highway 86 and Yellowstone Avenue; approximately 128,000 sq. ft Frankfort: Located at the northeast quadrant of Interstate Highway 64 and Route 127; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Springfield: Located at Boston Road and ½ mile east of Parker Street and Highway 21; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Tupelo: Located at northwest corner of North Gloster Street & Commonwealth Boulevard; approximately 148,700 sq. ft. Springfield: Located at the southeast intersection of West Sunshine Street (Missouri Route 413) and West Bypass (U.S. Highway 160); approximately 148,000 sq. ft. University City: Located at Olive Boulevard between Interstate Highway 170 and Woodson Road; approximately 149,900 sq. ft. Grand Island: Located at West 13th Street (between Highway 281 and North Webb Road); approximately 148,200 sq. ft. Flemington: Located at 325 Route 202; approximately 75,525 sq. ft. West Orange: Located at 235 Prospect Ave.; approximately 150,000 sq. ft. Bridgehampton: Located at 2044 Montauk Highway; approximately 90,000 sq. ft. Queens Astoria: Located on 31st Street between Ditmars Boulevard and 23rd Avenue; approximately 47,000 sq. ft. Fuquay-Verina: Located at 2901 Wallace Adcock Boulevard; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Mebane: Located at Interstate Highway 40 and Trollingwood Road; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Myrtle Grove: Located at southeast corner of Carolina Beach Road and Piner Road; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Selma: Located at 551 Saint Mark Ave.; approximately 130,000 sq. ft. Lima Mall: Located at Elida Road and North Cable Road; approximately 128,000 sq. ft. West Goshen: Located at 985 Paoli Pike; approximately 120,000 sq. ft. Indian Land: Located at 5345 Crossridge Boulevard; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Lexington Augusta Highway: Located between Oak Pointe Drive and Jamestowne Court on Augusta Highway; approximately 129,000 sq. ft. Seneca: Located at 1810 Sandifer Boulevard; approximately 128,855 sq. ft. Brookings: Located north of Sixth Street/Highway 14 and east of Interstate Highway 29; approximately 127,000 sq. ft. Dallas − Wynnewood Village: Located at 655 W. Illinois Ave., Dallas, TX 75224; approximately 111,000 sq. ft. Forney: Located at 11520 East U.S. 80; approximately 148,900 sq. ft. Fort Worth: Located at McPherson Boulevard and Chisholm Trail Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76123; approximately 149,000 sq. ft. Katy Heritage: Located at 29355 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77494; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Little Elm: Located at southwest quadrant of U.S. Highway 30 and Ryan Spiritas Parkway; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Stafford: Located at Arc Lane; approximately 124,500 sq. ft. Herriman: Located at 13251 S. Towne Commons Drive; Approx. 128,800 sq. ft. Logan: Located at 1300 Main St., Suite #100, Logan, UT 84341; Approx. 148,771 sq. ft. South Riding: Located at Loudoun County Parkway and Dulles West Boulevard; approximately 148,000 sq. ft. Brown Deer: Located at the NE quadrant of W. Brown Deer Road and N. Green Bay Road. Approximately 128,000 sq. ft. Chris Sims is a digital content producer for Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Target near me 2025: Future Target locations coming soon to Kentucky, US
Forbes
10-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Icons Of Whiskey: George T. Stagg— Bourbon's Visionary
George T Stagg is an Icon of Whiskey Photo, courtesy Sazerac/Buffalo Trace George T. Stagg is a legendary and influential figure in American whiskey history—a towering presence, both literally and figuratively, in the 19th-century bourbon industry. Stagg's name, now linked with quality and innovation, also serves as the brand for one of America's premium whiskeys. From humble beginnings to his transformative role in one of Kentucky's most iconic industries, Stagg's influence continues to resonate today, making him an Icon of Whiskey. George Thomas Stagg was born in 1835 in Garrard County, near Lancaster, Kentucky. Little is known about his early years. He married Elizabeth Doolan in 1858. The couple settled in Richmond, Kentucky, where George was employed as a traveling shoe salesman. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, George enlisted in the Union Army, serving in the 21st Kentucky Infantry Regiment. He rose from enlisted man to the rank of Captain. In 1863, he was appointed an Aide-de-Camp to General Ambrose Burnside. In 1865, following the end of the war, he relocated to St. Louis, Missouri, and began his career in the whiskey industry. Stagg formed a partnership with James Gregory, creating Gregory & Stagg, Commercial Merchants & Distillers' Agents. A bottle of George T Stagg, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Photo, courtesy Buffalo Trace Distillery In the late 1860s, Stagg's growing interest in the bourbon business led him to Frankfort, Kentucky, the heart of bourbon country where he forged a relationship with E.H. Taylor, Jr. Taylor was a key figure in the bourbon industry and founder of the O.F.C. Distillery (Old Fire Copper) and the adjacent Carlisle Distillery. Taylor was a brilliant distiller but had recurring financial difficulties due to the capital-intensive nature of whiskey production. His financial problems were aggravated by a nationwide economic downturn in 1873. In 1877, Taylor declared bankruptcy, prompting Stagg and Gregory to step in as financiers and partners. When Taylor was forced to sell the two distilleries in 1878, Stagg organized the E.H. Taylor Jr company to acquire them. He retained approximately 70% of the stock in the new company and distributed the remaining balance to Taylor. Stagg was appointed president, and Taylor vice president and head distiller. Under Stagg's ownership, the distillery flourished, experiencing significant growth. He modernized operations, expanding production capacity and implementing cutting-edge technologies, such as steam heating of the warehouses. Stagg's warehouses were the first climate-controlled facilities for aging bourbon in the US. He also developed an efficient and scalable aging process, improved record-keeping and quality control standards, thereby creating the consistency that consumers expected in premium bourbon. He continued producing the O.F.C. Bourbon brand. After Prohibition, the brand name was changed to Old Stagg. Taylor had a contentious relationship with Stagg. In 1886, Taylor left the company, trading his shares for ownership of another distillery that Stagg had acquired. That distillery would become the Old Taylor Distillery. In 1890, the company's name was changed to George T. Stagg & Company. In 1904, it was changed again to The George T Stagg Distillery. Stagg was a key player in shaping the post-Civil War bourbon industry. He helped transform bourbon from a regional product into a nationally recognized spirit by establishing an extensive distribution network, particularly in the Midwest and South. His knack for sales and logistics, paired with Kentucky's reputation for quality whiskey, proved an unbeatable combination. The Stagg Distillery's Legacy The George T. Stagg Distillery was one of the most modern and well-regarded whiskey operations in Kentucky by the late 19th century. Though Stagg died in 1893, at the relatively young age of 58, his name remained closely associated with the distillery. In the early 20th century, the distillery overcame significant financial challenges. They survived Prohibition by obtaining one of only six licenses in the U.S. to sell 'medicinal whiskey.' In the decades following Stagg's death, the distillery changed hands and names several times. By the mid-20th century, it became part of the Ancient Age Distillery. Then, in 1992, it was purchased by Buffalo Trace Distillery, a subsidiary of the Sazerac Company. Recognizing the rich history of the site and its historical figures, Buffalo Trace would go on to revitalize its legacy brands, including one that would cement George T. Stagg's name in whiskey lore. The Buffalo Trace Distillery was once known as the George T Stagg distillery. Photo, courtesy Buffalo Trace Distillery The George T. Stagg Brand and Buffalo Trace Distillery In 2002, the Buffalo Trace Distillery released a high-proof, unfiltered bourbon named George T. Stagg. It was part of its Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). This release was meant to honor Stagg's enduring impact on the industry and his contributions to the success of the historic distillery. Each fall, the George T. Stagg bourbon is released in limited quantities, aged for 15 to 19 years, and bottled at barrel proof (often above 120 proof). It quickly gained a cult following among whiskey enthusiasts, winning numerous awards, including 'World's Best North American Whiskey' and frequent placements in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible . It has also been a consistent medalist at international spirit competitions. Buffalo Trace's Stagg bourbon is robust, with a layered complexity that features dark cherry, leather, molasses, and charred oak. It's bold and rich on the palate, with layers of vanilla, brown sugar, dark chocolate, and baking spice. The finish is long and intense with a smoky sweetness. Its limited availability and high quality have made it a sought-after bottle on the secondary market, often fetching prices many times above its official retail cost. Today, the distillery once known as the George T. Stagg Distillery operates as Buffalo Trace Distillery, located in Frankfort, Kentucky. It is one of the oldest continually operating distilleries in the United States and has received countless accolades for its production excellence and preservation of bourbon heritage. The distillery is owned by the Sazerac Company, a privately held American alcoholic beverage company headquartered in New Orleans. Sazerac has embraced the history of its properties, including honoring figures like George T. Stagg and E.H. Taylor Jr. with dedicated labels in its prestigious lineup. Buffalo Trace produces a range of other highly regarded whiskies, including Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, E.H. Taylor Small Batch, and Stagg Jr. The latter, now called Stagg, is a more accessible companion to George T. Stagg bourbon. Legacy and Influence George T. Stagg may have lived in the 19th century, but his influence continues to shape the bourbon industry in the 21st century. He exemplified the importance of marrying sound business management with a commitment to quality. That professionalism is now a trademark of the American whiskey industry. His name, once affixed to a Kentucky distillery, now stands for bold, uncompromising bourbon that has helped usher American whiskey's modern revival. The annual release of George T. Stagg bourbon remains a benchmark event for collectors and connoisseurs alike. It pays homage to a man whose vision transformed a regional spirit into a national treasure. Though not well known outside whiskey circles, George Stagg's legacy is monumental. Without his foresight and investment, one of Kentucky's most storied distilleries might never have survived the 19th century. Thanks to him and the modern revival of his name as a whiskey brand, Stagg remains an enduring symbol of American whiskey excellence and a true Icon of Whiskey. More From Forbes Forbes Icons Of Whiskey: Elijah Craig — The Father Of Bourbon By Joseph V Micallef Forbes Icons Of Whiskey: Jacob Beam's Bourbon Dynasty By Joseph V Micallef Forbes America's Top-Rated Wheated Bourbons And Whiskeys: Smooth, Bold And Affordable By Joseph V Micallef
Finextra
10-07-2025
- Business
- Finextra
Commonwealth Credit Union selects Lumin Digital
Leading cloud-native digital banking provider, Lumin Digital, today announced it has been selected by Frankfort, KY-based Commonwealth Credit Union as its new digital banking provider. 0 Commonwealth Credit Union sought a digital banking provider that would deliver a distinctive experience for its members. Lumin Digital stood out for its purpose-driven and forward-thinking approach to innovation and its ability to provide a digital banking experience tailored to members' individual needs. 'As the digital banking landscape continues to evolve, members expect more personalized, intuitive experiences,' said Kelley Michalik, Chief Commercial Officer at Lumin Digital. 'We're proud to partner with Commonwealth Credit Union to deliver a digital banking platform that not only meets the needs of today's digital-first members, but also positions Commonwealth to grow and adapt as technology and expectations advance.' 'Lumin Digital has consistently demonstrated a culture that closely mirrors our own - purpose-driven and member-focused,' said Doug Graham, Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer of Commonwealth Credit Union. 'Lumin provides not only the innovative platform we were seeking, but also a forward-looking vision that aligns with what our members deserve.' By selecting Lumin Digital as its new digital banking provider, Commonwealth Credit Union's members will receive an always-on personalized digital banking experience and regular feature updates without service disruptions.
