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Here are 7 new bourbon, whiskey releases or experiences you need to know about this month
There are numerous new bourbon and whiskey expressions you will see on shelves this month. From Heaven Hill's new Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, to a custom bourbon bottle from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery just in time for Father's Day, there's something for every taste. Here are seven new things happening in the bourbon industry you need to know about this month. Heaven Hill Distillery, America's largest family-owned and operated distillery, has released its highly anticipated Second Edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Each annual edition of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass features a unique corn seed varietal, chosen in collaboration with Beck's Hybrids of central Kentucky. The 2025 release features corn seed varietal Beck's 6225 and was grown by family-owned Peterson Farms on one of two sites in Nelson County, Kentucky. Made up of 52% corn, 35% rye and 13% malt, this unique mash bill has a higher secondary grain content than Heaven Hill Distillery's traditional bourbon recipe and was aged for six years at Heaven Hill's Cox's Creek site. "In 2017, we embarked on a journey to create a one-of-a-kind Grain to Glass Whiskey by partnering with family-owned seed companies and farms," Max Shapira, executive chairman of Heaven Hill Brands, said in a news release. "These innovative mash bills feature hand-selected, unique grain varieties grown locally by Kentucky family farms. Heaven Hill Grain to Glass is a testament to the important legacy of family farmers, who are the lifeblood of our country." Grain to Glass is non-chill filtered and bottled at barrel strength, 105 proof. For more information about Heaven Hill Grain to Glass, visit: More: New whiskey tasting room coming to NuLu in 2025. Here's where to find it For Father's Day, give dad a customized double-staved bourbon from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. Choose a mash bill from hundreds of proprietary double-staved barrels pre-selected by the Mattingly team of master blenders. Customize it even more by choosing the bottle shape, wax color for the stopper, and a personal message on the label for dad. "The online custom bourbon bottles truly are a one-of-a-kind gift that dad, or any bourbon lover, will treasure," said Harry Richart, president of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. "Not only is the whiskey made through our double-staved process, but your choice of bottle shape, custom message for the label and wax color combination make it a unique creation not found on the liquor store shelf. It's a gift that stands out from all others with the various customization opportunities." Options bought before June 7 are bottled and shipped. Orders placed after June 7 have the option of a downloadable gift card, which can be printed and given to dad on Father's Day. Retail is $155 for a 750mL bottle. J. Mattingly 1845 Bourbon and the custom bourbon creation option are available online at and in person at its Distillery, 20 Reilly Road, Frankfort. Knob Creek announces the newest evolution of its Single Barrel Select Program: Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength. Bottled directly from the barrel, with no water added, Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength delivers the signature bold flavor fans have come to love, in its purest form, ranging in proof from 110–130 for bourbon and 100–120 for rye. "When my grandfather created Knob Creek, he set out to make a whiskey that stood out, bold, robust, and no shortcuts," Eighth Generation Master Distiller Freddie Noe said in a news release. "With our Single Barrel Select Program, we pay tribute to that legacy by offering fans the chance to experience Knob Creekin its most authentic form— uncut and unfiltered, creating the most unadulterated single barrel selection in Knob Creek'shistory." More: When is National Bourbon Week? Here are 5 things to know and do to celebrate this year Enjoy the single barrel experience that includes a visit to the James B. Beam Distilling Company in Clermont, where participants can enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes distillery experience, including barrel selection inside historic warehouse K, taking whiskey from multiple barrels, comparatively tasting to find the right barrel pick and concluding with a curated dining experience at The Kitchen Table. For retailers not able to attend, the brand will bring the experience to the market with remote selection sample kits. Knob Creek Single Barrel Select Cask Strength will be available at participating retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price of $69.99 for a 750mL bottle. For those passionate about personalized selections, the James B. Beam Distilling Company's Private Barrel Club invites consumers to visit the distillery, taste through a selection of barrels, and handpick their favorites for purchase. For more details visit, Milam & Greene has released its Unabridged Volume 3, a cask-strength blend of straight bourbon whiskeys. This limited-edition, cask-strength bourbon is part of the esteemed Blender's Reserve Collection. Unabridged Volume 3 is a blend of 49 carefully selected barrels, featuring 10-year-old Kentucky bourbon whiskey (4 casks), 9-year-old Kentucky bourbon whiskey (13 casks); 6-year-old Kentucky bourbon whiskey (7 casks), 4-year-old Texas bourbon with malted rye (5 casks), 4-year-old Tennessee bourbon whiskey (5 casks) and a 3.5-year Kentucky bourbon whiskey with malted Rye (15 casks). Tasting Notes Nose: Inviting aromas of caramelized brown sugar, honeysuckle, almond, oak, cigar boxes, and aged leather. Palate: A smooth yet viscous mouthfeel with flavors of sweet cornbread, crème brûlée, vanilla, peanut brittle, and malted milk chocolate. Finish: A lingering and dangerously smooth finish featuring notes of marzipan, baking spices, and simple syrup. Unabridged Volume 3 is 118 proof with a suggested retail price of $94.99. For more information visit, series. Old Forester has announced the debut of one of its most coveted, rare expressions, President's Choice. Previously available only at the Old Forester Distillery in Louisville, this marks the first time President's Choice Bourbon and a new expression, President's Choice Rye, will be offered in limited quantities at select retailers nationwide. Each President's Choice barrel is aged between seven to nine years and bottled at proof points selected by Assistant Master Distiller Caleb Trigo and Master Taster Melissa Rift, highlighting their unique flavor profile, traditionally ranging from 110 to 125 proof. To celebrate the national debut, Old Forester Distillery is selling a limited number of bottles that can be picked up on Saturday, June 14, National Bourbon Day, which is also the 8th anniversary of the opening of Old Forester Distillery on Whiskey Row. President's Choice Bourbon and President's Choice Rye will each retail for $225. More: Here are 5 repurposed buildings that have been turned into distilleries in Louisville Rebel Bourbon, the Official Bourbon of Richard Childress Racing, has teamed up with Childress Vineyards on the release of Rebel 100 Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish. This limited-release offering features Rebel's original wheated recipe, aged four years, finished in Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc barrels and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV). The result is a one-of-a-kind bourbon with unique flavor notes of sweet plums, honey and bright berries. Suggested retail price of $39.99 per 750mL bottle. "We selected the Cabernet Franc barrels from Childress Vineyards because we wanted to craft a smooth, high-proof bourbon with tasting notes of sweet berry, oak, caramel, vanilla and spice," Lux Row Distillers Master Distiller John Rempe said in a news release. "Cabernet Franc was the perfect match for our wheated Rebel recipe, and the result is incredible." To learn more about Rebel 100 Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish, visit Woodford Reserve has released a new limited-edition bottle as part of its Distillery Series – Tawny Port Finish. The new expression combines a rye and bourbon blend with bourbon finished in Tawny Port barrels, which accentuates the fruit character in the whiskey. The liquid is then balanced by additional bourbon to create a whiskey that is decadent and complex. 'This expression highlights our ability to artfully blend rye and bourbon whiskey, as well our approach to barrel experimentation,' Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall said in a news release. 'The Tawny Port barrels impart delicate notes of wood and concentrated fruit, which combined with the charred oak barrels, allow us to create a rich, layered whiskey." More: Here are 9 beer festivals taking place in Louisville this year Tasting Notes Color: Dark Amber Aroma Aroma: Brown sugar, semi-sweet chocolates, nutmeg, and clove layered over notes of overripe bananas and dried dark fruits. Flavor: Rich raisin, plumb, clove, and nutmeg, with hints of brown sugar sweetness and toasted walnut. Finish: Long with lingering notes of dried fruit and toasted nuts. Tawny Port Finish is 90.4 proof and has a suggested retail price of $64.99, available in limited quantities at select Kentucky retailers and at Woodford Reserve Distillery and at Reach features clerk Gege Reed at greed@ This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: New bourbon releases: Heaven's Hill, Woodford Reserve and more
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21-05-2025
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Give Dad a Custom Bourbon Bottle from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery
Special Memorial Day Pricing Just in time for Father's Day FRANKFORT, Ky., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This Father's Day, forget the neckties, and give dad a completely customizable gift, his very own double-staved™ bourbon from J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. Order online and choose Dad's favorite mash bill from hundreds of proprietary double-staved barrels pre-selected by the Mattingly team of master blenders. Customize it even further by choosing the bottle shape, wax color for the stopper, and your own personal message on the label for Dad. The J. Mattingly 1845 team will hand bottle it to your custom specifications and have it shipped to Dad's door. Take advantage of special Memorial Day pricing now through May 26 with a reduced price of $99 for a 750 mL bottle instead of the regular price of $155. Orders placed before June 7 will be delivered by Father's Day on June 15. Orders placed after June 7 have the option of a downloadable gift card, which can be printed and given to Dad on his special day. All of J. Mattingly 1845's whiskeys undergo its proprietary double-staving process, allowing the whiskey inside the barrels additional surface exposure to charred barrel staves to impart more flavor and color. This extra surface exposure of the charred staves inside the barrels imparts more caramel and vanilla naturally from the wood, resulting in a more flavorful taste profile. The barrels are then married together and after rigorous taste tests from J. Mattingly 1845's team of blenders, a one-of-a-kind blend is created. "The online custom bourbon bottles truly are a one-of-a-kind gift that dad, or any bourbon lover, will treasure," said Harry Richart, president of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. "Not only is the whiskey made through our double-staved process, but your choice of bottle shape, custom message for the label and wax color combination make it a unique creation not found on the liquor store shelf. It's a gift that stands out from all others with the various customization opportunities." J. Mattingly 1845 Bourbon and the custom bourbon creation option are available online at and in person at its Distillery in Frankfort, KY. Gift cards are available for the custom bourbon creation experience. The special Memorial Day pricing of $99 per 750 mL bottle is effective from May 20 through May 26, 2025. Shipping is available to 46 U.S. States. About J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery The Mattingly family has been synonymous with distilling in Kentucky for more than two centuries, having a hand in the development of at least nine separate distilleries in the Commonwealth. In 2010 Jeff Mattingly took up the family mantle and started his own craft bourbon business. Today, Jeff's son Cameron has joined the team as Vice President of Production, continuing the legacy into the latest generation for J. Mattingly Distillery 1845 in Frankfort, Kentucky. Together, father and son offer their proprietary double-staving process as well as a custom bourbon blending experience unparalleled in the spirits industry, available on-site in Frankfort or online at For High Res Images Click Here Media Contact: Amy PreskeBooze PRapreske@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery
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From custom labels to Eli Manning Bold Picks, 13 new bourbons, whiskies to try this month
There are numerous new spirits to try from the Kentucky bourbons scene this month. Some of the highlights include J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery offering its custom bourbon experience just in time for Valentine's Day, Knob Creek partnering with former NFL Quarterback Eli Manning to introduce Knob Creek Bold Picks ahead of the Super Bowl on Feb. 9, Old Forester 1924 returning to shelves, and more. Here are 12 releases to try from Kentucky's bourbon scene this month: Bespoken Spirits, a new spirits company, has teamed up with Club Blue, a collective of University of Kentucky supporters, to release two new bourbons, Club Blue Team White and Club Blue Team Blue. Club Blue Team White starts from a Kentucky high-rye barrel-aged bourbon whiskey, finished with twice toasted oak staves for richness and flavor. The result is a spirit ripe with notes of candied banana, butter pecan fudge, and green melon. Suggested retail price of $39.99. Club Blue Team Blue starts as a small batch Kentucky straight high-rye barrel aged bourbon whiskey. Finished using ex-tequila oak and cherry wood staves for richness and flavor. The result is a complex spirit ripe with notes of bright cherry cola, caramel, marshmallow, and vibrant cacao. Suggested retail price of $99.99. A portion of all sales will support Club Blue and its NIL efforts for UK student-athletes. Both are available for purchase at local retailers and at Buffalo Trace Distillery has unveiled the second edition of its Prohibition Collection, an annual limited-edition set featuring five bottles commemorating the whiskeys legally produced and sold at the distillery while the 18th Amendment was in effect. The second release includes brands produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, known during the Prohibition era as George T. Stagg Distillery, under President Albert B. Blanton's leadership and include Mirror Brook, Very Oldest Procurable (V.O.P.), Anderson's Belle, Old Fashioned Mountain Corn and Silver Wedding Rye Whiskey. "The second edition of the Prohibition Collection invites enthusiasts to explore and discuss the history behind these whiskeys," Andrew Duncan, global brand director at Buffalo Trace Distillery, said in a news release. "Faithful updates to significant brands that came to Buffalo Trace to age during Prohibition, these new expressions embody our motto of 'Honor Tradition, Embrace Change.'" The collection is housed in a custom wooden display case featuring historical images of the distillery, with each of the five 375ml bottles heavily inspired by its Prohibition Era packaging and original bottle size: even the back cartons feature the cut-out for doctors to apply the prescription for medicinal whiskey, without which one could not legally purchase alcohol. Here's what to know: Mirror Brook is a 100 proof, bottled-in-bond, blend of Kentucky Straight Whiskeys that bursts with a ripe cherry aroma, followed by a waft of oak and a hint of rye spice. A vibrant vanilla creaminess layered with a deep, mellow oak character provides a solid foundation for waves of chocolate and rye spice that follow. Very Oldest Procurable is a barrel-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon boasting a rye spice that intensifies on the palate while balanced by toasted oak, vanilla, and rich cherry notes that develop mid-tasting. The finish is warm, with the oak and rye spice persisting alongside lingering sweet honey notes. Anderson's Belle is a 100-proof, bottled-in-bond wheated bourbon. On the nose, inviting notes of caramel and maple deliver a rich sweetness with hints of vanilla and a touch of charred oak. It features robust oak and subtle dried fruit undertones that round out its distinct sweet and warm wheat character. Old Fashioned Mountain Corn on the palate of this 110-proof Kentucky Straight Corn Whiskey, the essence of the sweet corn shines, intertwined with toasted oak and balanced by rich caramel sweetness. The finish is warm, with the oak flavor lingering alongside the sweet corn. Silver Wedding Rye Whiskey the 125-proof Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey features flavors of vanilla and toffee sweetness intertwined with subtle leather earthiness, toasted oak and a kick of rye spice on the palate. The finish of this whiskey pleasantly lingers, with the rye spice persisting alongside hints of vanilla and oak. Suggested retail price of $999.99 for five 375ml bottles. For more information, visit J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery is offering a custom bourbon experience just in time for Valentine's Day. Choose your own bottle, and have it filled with J. Mattingly 1845's double-staved bourbon or rye, choose your wax colors for the bottle's seal and write a personal message for the bottle label. The J. Mattingly team will have it shipped to your sweetheart's door just in time for Valentine's Day. 'The popularity of personalized gifts is on the rise, with 80% of consumers believing they are more thoughtful,' Harry Richart IV, president of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery, said in a news release. 'Our personalized bourbon experience, which allows you to choose everything down to what the label will say and the color of the wax on the top, ensures you'll give a gift that is both thoughtful and appreciated.' The bourbon and its custom bourbon creation experience are available online at and in person at the distillery, 20 Reilly Road, Frankfort, Kentucky. Orders placed by Feb. 3 are guaranteed to arrive by Valentine's Day. Prices for the online bottles start at $99 for a 750 mL bottle. Knob Creek is partnering with football legend and New Orleans native, Eli Manning, to introduce Eli Manning's 2025 Bold Picks, a limited-edition single barrel bourbon, just in time for the 2025 Super Bowl. 'I partnered with Knob Creek because it's my favorite bourbon. Every sip is full of rich, bold flavor, making it perfect for celebrating life's big moments and wins,' Manning said in a news release. 'Whether it's the 9-year-old in an Old-Fashioned or sipping 12-year-old neat for something a little more special, Knob Creek is always my go-to, and I'm excited for fans to try my single barrel bold pick." Tasting notes: Aroma: Rich vanilla and butterscotch, with subtle cherry and leather notes Taste: Toffee and honey upfront, layered with dark stone fruits and dark chocolate hints Finish: A spicy kick of cinnamon and black pepper, with brown sugar and espresso, leaving a lingering warm taste Manning's 2025 Bold Pick is aged for a minimum of nine years in American white oak barrels and bottled at 120 proof with a complex balance of vanilla and oak. Suggested retail price is $59.55. For more information, visit Old Commonwealth Distillery has relaunched its Colonel Randolph sixteen-year bourbon as a single barrel. This single barrel offering was selected by Gordon Hue, who was responsible for reviving the Colonel Randolph brand in 1990. While searching for befitting 16-year Kentucky straight bourbon, Zachary Joseph, president of operations for Old Commonwealth Distillery, and the operations team came across a small cadre of barrels made by a renowned heritage distiller that were too exquisite to pass up. "When we learned the mash bill was identical to Colonel Randolph, we knew this was fate," Joseph said in a news release. Hue blindly tasted each barrel, at a variety of proofs, before selecting one as the 2025 release. "This whiskey has it all: sweet notes, caramel up front, toffee in the middle, and tremendous length without being overly sweet," Hue says, adding the finish goes on "for minutes." Tasting Notes Nose: Rich tannins, charred oak, cinnamon, honey, dusty brown sugar, toffee, coffee cake, almond butter, and vanilla Palate: Baking chocolate, cherry syrup, candied peaches, and pecan pie. It's got an exceptional mouthfeel, and decent heft to the liquid that's pleasing as it coats your mouth. It's softer than you may assume, given the alcohol on the nose Finish: Dark chocolate note that is extensive, finally trailing off with a light hit of maraschino cherry at the very end. There's enough sweetness to be pleasing, but it never becomes cloying Suggested retail price is $349. Online OC VIP sale begins at 11 a.m. Feb. 6. To become an OC VIP, sign up on Old Commonwealth's website: Old Forester 1924 is returning to shelves for a second year. The 10-year-old age-stated bourbon is the newest addition to the brand's Whiskey Row Series, a collection of Old Forester expressions that honor moments from the brand's 153-year history. This expression features a mash bill of 79% corn, 11% rye and 10% malted barley rather than the traditional Old Forester recipe of 72% corn, 18% rye and 10% malted barley. 'With a new mash bill and 10-year age statement, 1924 features a unique taste unlike any other Old Forester expression, but fits perfectly within our storytelling Whiskey Row series,' Master Taster Melissa Rift said in a news release. Tasting Notes: Color: Dark graham cracker Aroma: Soft notes of fudge, cocoa, marzipan, and cured tobacco layered over hints of rich oak and warm cinnamon Flavor: Chocolate-covered graham cracker dusted with cinnamon Finish: Hints of spice and graham cracker crumbles The Whiskey Row series includes: 1870 Original Batch, 1897 Bottled in Bond, 1910 Old Fine Whisky, 1920 Prohibition Style and 1924 10-Year-Old. Old Forester 1924 is 50% ABV (100-proof) and is available nationwide and at and participating retailers. The suggested retail price is $119.99. Old Forester has released Extra Old, a limited-edition whisky derived from an extra-long double-barreling process has return. First released in February 2022 as an installment of the brand's acclaimed and limited-expression lineup, the 117 Series. To create this limited-edition, Old Forester aged its 1910 whisky in a secondary barrel for an additional 18 months, resulting in a rich flavor profile with pronounced caramel notes 'This expression showcases the exceptional flavors that can come from the second barrel, and how we can layer the flavors we achieve from maturation through the double barreling process' Rift said in a news release. 'Whisky lovers can taste the history captured in this bottle.' Tasting Notes: Aroma: On the nose, this expression showcases chocolate covered cherries, burnt caramel and graham cracker with subtle notes of barrel smoke and creamy butterscotch Flavor: The palate is balanced and buttery with pops of spiced pear and apple as notes of chocolate and cinnamon graham cracker persist Finish: A balanced finish presents warm spiced cinnamon, apple skin and lightly charred oak creating a long and flavorful finish Extra Old is bottled at 93-proof in a 375 ml bottle with a suggested retail price of $64.99. For more information on Old Forester, visit Woodford Reserve has released its Double Double Oaked. Originally launched as a member of the Distillery Series in 2015, this expression is one of the most sought-after bottles in American Whiskey. Double Double Oaked is handcrafted by finishing fully mature Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon for an additional two years in a second, heavily toasted, lightly charred, new oak barrel (hence the name Double Double Oaked). 'Rare and revered, this handcrafted double-barreled bourbon has a deep richness, unlike any other American whiskey on the market,' Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall said in a news release. 'Resting five to seven years in the first barrel, then up to two years in a second barrel, this liquid features extraordinary flavor notes. It is unexpected and complex.' Tasting Notes: Color: Roasted coffee bean Aroma: A robust medley of rich maple syrup, dark butterscotch, brittle caramel, bittersweet chocolate, burnt marshmallow, and sweet hickory smoke notes dominate the nose Taste: Rich dried cherry and cranberry fruit swim in a blackberry jam brightened with hints of ripe apple. Chai tea and warming clove notes develop to spice up the palate Finish: Warm and drying with a lingering clove character The 700 ml bottle is 90.4 proof, with a suggested retail price of $199.99. Find more details at Reach Features news clerk Gege Reed at greed@ This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: New Kentucky bourbons, whiskeys to try February 2025
