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National Bourbon Week returns to Bardstown in June 2026
The third annual National Bourbon Week™ will return to Bardstown, Kentucky — the Bourbon Capital of the World® — June 14-21, 2026, bringing together bourbon lovers from across the country for a spirited week of rare pours, exclusive experiences, and Southern hospitality.
Kentucky Bourbon Festival sets 2026 dates
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival announced next year’s festival will be Sept. 10-13, 2026, in Bardstown, Ky. Celebrating its milestone 35th anniversary next year, the festival brings bourbon enthusiasts from all over the globe to celebrate the spirited history and craft of bourbon during National Bourbon Heritage Month.
Happy Hour with Sheringham Distillery’s Jason MacIsaac
This week’s spotlight is on Jason MacIsaac, co-founder and master distiller of Sheringham Distillery. Located on Vancouver Island, Sheringham Distillery is on a mission to craft the world’s most approachable gin by prioritizing sustainability, premium ingredients, and a chef’s approach to distilling.
Happy Hour with Al Laws & Laws Whiskey House
This week’s spotlight is on Al Laws, Founder and President of Laws Whiskey House. Founded in 2011, Laws Whiskey House makes terroir-driven whiskeys from Colorado.
Happy Hour with Justin Stiefel & Heritage Distilling
This week’s spotlight is on Heritage Distilling & CEO/co-founder Justin Stiefel. Heritage is an independent craft distillery, offering a variety of whiskeys, vodkas, gins, rums, and ready-to-drink cocktails.
Six Pack: New music, songs we keep jamming and bourbon releases
Welcome to the Six Pack, where we break open a six pack of music, booze and fun. This week, we introduce you to a new addition to the 50 Pack, new music that we’re jamming out to, new bourbon releases, and more.
Six Pack: Our 50 Pack, National Bourbon Week and more!
Welcome to the inaugural Six Pack, where we break open a six pack of music, booze and fun. This week, we introduce you to our 50 Pack of favorite songs, new bourbon releases, National Bourbon Week and more.
Bourbon & Beyond sets Kentucky music festival records
The 2024 Bourbon & Beyond made history with record setting attendance of 210,000 over the 4-day event, and a single day attendance of 60,000 on Saturday, marking the highest single day attendance and the largest music festival in Kentucky history.
Kentucky Bourbon Fest sets dates for 2025
Following a successful sold-out event last week, The Kentucky Bourbon Festival announced next year’s festival will be Sept. 5-7, 2025, in Bardstown, Ky., the Bourbon Capital of the World.
Events: Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Kentucky Craft Bash & Sip of History
Kentucky Bourbon Festival announces ticket on sale date for this year’s event plus the Kentucky Craft Bash returns this June and Sip of History is set for April.
New Releases: New Riff, 15 STARS & Quiet Man Irish Whiskey
New Riff Distilling unveils 8-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey plus 15 STARS announces two new limited releases and The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey introduces Barman’s Code.
Happy Hour Q&A with Dixie Spirits’ Kyle Harder
This week’s spotlight is on Dixie Spirits and Kyle Harder. With over 10 years of experience in the beverage alcohol industry, Kyle Harder is a passionate and innovative marketer who specializes in building and growing brands that connect with consumers and create value. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Grain & Barrel Spirits, Kyle leads the strategic vision and execution of the marketing mix for a portfolio of award-winning spirits, including Dixie Spirits.
Happy Hour Q&A with Distillery of Modern Art’s Seth Watson
This week’s spotlight is on Seth Watson, Owner and Founder of Distillery of Modern Art. An innovator who genuinely believes nothing is out of the realm of possibility, Seth Watson is taking his 18 years of hospitality expertise at Track Seven Events and implementing those skills into his newest endeavor, Distillery of Modern Art.
Q&A with CookinGenie
We talked with CookinGenie Executive Chef George Zappas about how CookinGenie works, how you can bring a chef into your kitchen and so much more.
Happy Hour Q&A with Boundless Beverages’ Guy Rehorst
This week’s spotlight is on Guy Rehorst, founder of Great Lakes Distillery, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Now, Guy is further innovating with the launch of his new non-alcoholic beverage company Boundless Beverages along with his first brand Sans and first new product Junipre, a zero-proof, zero calorie botanical spirit.
Friday Five with Demi Michelle
This week’s spotlight is on songwriter and artist Demi Michelle. The Pittsburgh-based pop and country songwriter turns her life experiences into songs that touch the hearts of her listeners through captivating storytelling in her lyrics and memorable melodies.
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