Top Bottles from the Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2025

New Riff Distilling, established in 2014, is renowned for its innovative approaches to American whiskey. This Sherry Finish Malted Rye reflects New Riff’s vision of a whiskey that balances the piquancy of rye with the rich sweetness from sherry cask aging. With its malt-forward...

Castle & Key Roots of Ruin Dry Gin stands out in the crowded world of gins by starting its journey from the same mash bill as the distillery's rye whiskey. This Kentucky-based gin is vapor distilled, using a carefully curated selection of eight botanicals,...

Woodford Reserve Master's Collection Historic Barrel Entry is a special release that draws inspiration from the bourbon-making traditions of the 19th century. This 2022 release, which reached the market in early 2023, was created with newly distilled whiskey that entered the barrel at 100...

Woodford Reserve Wheat Whiskey is based on historical recipes, but influenced by the iconic core Woodford Reserve Bourbon brand. That said, wheat is the prominent grain and is much more noticeable in this whiskey than in Woodford Reserve's other styles. This is wheat whiskey...

The Bard Distillery Cinder & Smoke 13 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a masterful expression of time-honored distilling traditions, paired with a distinct innovation in aging and flavor complexity. Distilled in Kentucky, the heartland of American bourbon, this 13-year-old straight bourbon offers a...

The Woodford Reserve Batch Proof 123.6 Proof is a highly regarded expression in the Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection, showcasing the craftsmanship and innovation of the Woodford Reserve Distillery. This Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is presented at a significantly higher proof than the standard Woodford...

Rabbit Hole Cavehill is a testament to modern whiskey making, paying homage to generations of Louisville distillers. Its distinct four-grain mash bill, including honey malted barley, sets it apart by providing a complex and rich flavor profile. The meticulous process of toasting and charring...

The Rabbit Hole Single Barrel Cask Strength release reflects a perfect blend of Kentucky tradition and creative artistry. Produced in Louisville by Rabbit Hole Distillery, this unique whiskey has been aged for over four years in carefully selected barrels to capture a deep, robust...

Rabbit Hole Cavehill Four Grain Triple Malt Bourbon celebrates the legacy of early American distillers in Louisville, Kentucky. Using a unique four-grain mash bill—70% corn, 10% malted wheat, 10% malted barley, and 10% honey malted barley—this bourbon stands out with its complex and smooth...

Four Roses has a long-standing tradition of creating exceptional bourbons. The 2022 Limited Edition Small Batch continues this legacy by combining four of their ten distinct recipes: a 20-year-old OBSV, a 15-year-old OESK, a 14-year-old OESF, and a 14-year-old OESV. This careful selection and...

Honoring tradition and pushing boundaries of innovation, Origin Series High Wheat is unlike any other. A beautiful whiskey boasting a distinct mashbill, Origin High Wheat explodes with flavor imbued by 39% wheat and presented at a sturdy but sippable 106 proof. Explore unmatched character...

Bulleit Kentucky Straight Bourbon in the convenient 50ml format offers a taste of the American frontier in a compact package. Crafted by Bulleit Distilling Co., this bourbon is renowned for its high-rye mash bill, which gives it a bold and distinctive flavor profile. With...

Barton Blended Whiskey 1.75l 80 Proof

The Bardstown Bourbon Company Founders KBS Stout Finish is part of an innovative series that brings together the best of bourbon and stout. This special release features a 10-year-old Tennessee bourbon finished for 15 months in barrels that previously held Founders Brewing’s iconic Kentucky...

The Bardstown Bourbon Company Collaborative Series Chateau De Laubade Bourbon is a remarkable blend of 12-year-old Kentucky bourbon and 10-year-old Tennessee bourbon. This unique bourbon is finished in Chateau De Laubade Armagnac casks for 16 months, creating a luxurious and complex flavor profile. The...

Bardstown Bourbon Company's Collaborative Series Foursquare Barbados Rum is a celebration of innovative spirit-making and deep-rooted tradition. This blend combines 7-year-old rye and 17-year-old bourbon, each carefully selected to accentuate the rich, tropical flavors imparted by the Foursquare rum barrels. Aged for 23 months...

The Bardstown Collaborative Series is known for its innovative whiskey releases, and this edition continues that tradition. By partnering with Plantation Rum, Bardstown Bourbon Company marries the bold flavors of bourbon with the tropical sweetness of Jamaican rum. The whiskey is sourced from Tennessee,...