It’s This Week in Bourbon for May 23rd. Scotch producer Loch Lomond Group has made its first move into American whiskey with the purchase of New York Distilling Co., ORCA golf has a new bourbon inspired golf bag line, and Milam & Greene Whiskey introduce The Answer.
Show Notes:
- Loch Lomond Group acquires New York Distilling Co., entering American whiskey market.
- Council of Whiskey Masters welcomes 16 new members, including four Masters of Bourbon.
- BMW Car Club of America announces “Rendezvous – The Bourbon Trail 2025” in Louisville, June 12-15.
- ORCA GOLF launches Bourbon Collection golf bags in “Old Oak,” “Tawny,” and “Burnt Amber” hues, starting at $275.
- Hard Truth Distilling Co. partners with World Food Championships for “Charred Truth” Live Fire Invitational, June 27-28.
- New Riff Distilling releases First Decade Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Rye, 10-year-old, 120.5 proof, $90.
- Frank August releases Small Batch Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, 10-15 barrels per batch, $69.99-$74.99.
- Woodford Reserve releases Tawny Port Finish in Distillery Series, 90.4 proof, $65 for 375ml.
- Rebel Bourbon and Childress Vineyards release Rebel 100 Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish, 100 proof, $39.99.
- Milam & Greene Whiskey introduces “The Answer” Straight Bourbon, a two-bottle set comparing Kentucky and Texas aging, $150.
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