Willett Distillery has reached a major milestone in its expansion plans, filling the first barrel at its new Springfield, Kentucky, production facility and officially beginning distilling operations at the site, the company announced Monday. The first barrel was filled on June 18, marking the launch of production at the new Washington County campus. Willett says […]
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Only two years ago Sonoma-based Graton Distillery released Redwood Empire, a blend of its own microdistilled spirit and sourced whiskey. Now the brand is back with not one, not two, but three new expressions which collectively replace the 2018 release. Here’s all the details to get you started. Purple Wine + Spirits today announced its… The post Review: Redwood Empire Pipe Dream, Emerald Giant, and Lost Monarch (Updated 2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
Today, the United States marks its 250th anniversary. In the months surrounding the occasion, “America 250” became nearly impossible to avoid. Advertising campaigns, commemorative releases, and media coverage all joined the celebration, each offering its own interpretation of a quarter millennium of American history. When people around the world picture the United States, certain images… The post Review: Lost Lantern United States of Bourbon: 100 Proof, Cask Strength, and 1776 Edition (2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
Think Jack Daniel's is just Old No. 7? From flavored liqueurs to barrel proof beasts and a 10 Year Old, which bottle is really right for you? Read the full article at Jack Daniel’s Range Guide: Which Bottle Should You Actually Buy?
