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Bourbon 101

An introduction to bourbon’s grains, proof limits, labels and barrel styles, with suggestions for exploring a small tasting flight.

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Buffalo Trace After Dark: Night at the Distillery Returns for Halloween

Buffalo Trace brings history, folklore and seasonal drinks to selected October evenings in Frankfort. Dates, tickets and practical details for the 2026 event.

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Maker’s Mark State Series Brings a Texas Collaboration to the Bottle

Three Texas collaborators shape a Maker’s Mark wood-finished bourbon supporting Joppy Momma’s Farm in Dallas.

Jack Daniel’s Releases Single Malt In the United States

Jack Daniel’s is bringing its 90-proof American Single Malt to U.S. retailers in a limited nationwide release, with a suggested price of $74.99 for one liter.

Beam Opens Its Kentucky Campus to Creators

The new Creator Campus will invite podcasters, musicians, filmmakers, and multidisciplinary storytellers to develop original work at the historic home of Jim Beam.

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The Curiosity of Kerry Moynahan

From bourbon to award-winning whiskey journalism and a new streaming platform, Kerry Moynahan follows the people behind the glass.

News From Around The Whiskey World

The House of Suntory Unveils Hibiki® Japanese Harmony Limited-Edition Designed in Collaboration with Legendary Kimono House Chiso – Japanese Whisky News

October 26, 2026whiskyintelligence.com

The House of Suntory Unveils Hibiki® Japanese Harmony Limited-Edition Designed in Collaboration with Legendary Kimono…

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Black Bottle Blended Scotch Whisky Review

October 25, 2026thewhiskeywash.com

A historic blend with Islay roots and a smoky reputation - but today, Black Bottle leans more toward sweetness and…

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Replay: Chattanooga Whiskey Virtual Tasting

October 14, 2026www.bourbonbanter.com

Last night Tim Piersant, founder and CEO of Chattanooga Whiskey, joined us for our community virtual tasting. Turns out…

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The Dalmore Unveils Rare 18-Year-Old Cigar Malt: 16 Years in Bourbon Casks, Then Finished in Sherry and Wine

October 13, 2026bourbonblog.com

The Dalmore unveils its rare $399.99 Cigar Malt 18-Year-Old Scotch Whisky, aged in bourbon casks and finished in Sherry…

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Legacy Bourbon Brand is FOR SALE, $1b Price Tag

October 24, 2025www.gobourbon.com

How’s your spare cash looking? Got a cool $1b laying around? Reason for asking, one of Kentucky’s most…

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Hard to Find Whisky ‘Three Ridings Inaugural Release Collector’s Edition’ ~ English Single Malt Whisky News

October 26, 2026whiskyintelligence.com

Three Ridings Inaugural Release Collector’s Edition English Single Malt Whisky £129.95 Three Ridings Inaugural…

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