In this week's bourbon news: Mississippi ABC delays leave shelves empty, Iowa considers ending its state spirits monopoly, and Sazerac moves on Garrard County Distilling’s debt. Also this week: New Riff named Kentucky Bourbon Festival’s featured distillery, a new Bourbon Trail trip planner, Prova Spirits joins the KDA, alcohol spending trends shift, and financial reports from Diageo, Brown-Forman, and MGP Ingredients. Tune in for all the details!

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This week's New Bourbon Releases News brings serious range -- from Heaven Hill Deatsville 13-Year-Old and the return of Michter's 10 Year Bourbon to Hard Truth's first 7-Year expressions, Yellowstone Recollection, Rebel Kyle Busch Single Barrel, Southern Star Paragon Zinfandel Finish, Bernheim's 20th Anniversary Limited Edition, Log Still Bishop's Blend Second Edition, and New Riff Entrepreneurial Spark 2026. And with St. Patrick's Day approaching, we're also highlighting Two Stacks The First Cut Signature Blend Irish Whiskey. Proof, pricing, limited releases, collaborations, and special finishes - tune in to learn more! Plus, we have updates on the ongoing distillery bankruptcies.

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We lead with the most socially prominent case: the high-stakes federal receivership of Uncle Nearest. With a critical February 9th hearing behind us and a decision looming in mid-March, we discuss the battle for control between the founders and the court-appointed receiver.

Next, we look at the bankruptcy and upcoming auction for Luca Mariano in Danville, followed by an update on the holding pattern at Garrard County Distilling, where a massive $250 million facility sits idle while receivers search for a buyer.

Then, we navigate the "cluster" of the Stoli Group and Kentucky Owl bankruptcy in Texas, including the appointment of new trustees and the unusual legal fight over the brand's intellectual property.

Finally, we break down the "breaking news" in the legal world: the 150-page verified complaint filed against Bardstown Bourbon Company, Pritzker Private Capital, and upper management. We analyze the allegations ranging from discrimination to regulatory concerns and discuss the potential for a "cultural change" within the company.

It’s a candid, expert-led look at the legal battles shaping the future of these brands. Plus, we drop a hint about which Louisville producer might be the next to enter the bankruptcy courts.

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In this week's news, Kentucky lawmakers are proposing a major overhaul of alcohol taxes, Illinois could lower its DUI threshold to 0.05, Hotaling shuts down distilling in San Francisco, and the World Whiskies Awards name their 2026 America winners. Plus, a new Louisville whiskey venture and a Bardstown lawsuit. Here’s what you need to know this week!

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King of Kentucky goes Small Batch for the first time, Buffalo Trace turns up the volume on Traveller Whiskey with a 121-proof release, and Michter’s ships the ultra-rare 2025 Edition of Celebration Sour Mash. Plus, new Bottled-in-Bond releases from Kentucky Artisan Distillery, a unique Cabernet Sauvignon finish from Woodford Reserve, a new Rye from Lost Lantern, a limited edition from Buzzard’s Roost, a high proof wheated bourbon from Green River, a nationwide release from Shortbarrel and a new subscription service from Frey Ranch. Tune in for all the details!

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This week's Bourbon and Distillery News covers Gallo's acquisition of Four Roses, WhistlePig's new CEO, Barrell Craft Spirits' facility sale, Uncle Nearest's receivership update, Kentucky bourbon's economic impact, Bourbon Women's 15th anniversary, Misunderstood Whiskey's charitable campaign, McTavish Spirits' partnership with DMY Brands, and Washington's move toward a 0.05% DUI limit.

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Winchester Ammunition launches an official bourbon (and it’s not the one you think), Garrison Brothers releases its first Bottled-in-Bond, and Maker’s Mark finally adds an age statement to Cask Strength. Plus, a new High Rye Blue Corn release, Bardstown Bourbon Company gets a makeover, an AI bartender with attitude, and a sweet Valentine's deal on bourbon chocolates. Tune in to this week's New Bourbon Releases News for all the details!

In this week's episode we also review the new Winchester Straight and Double Oaked Bourbons, and discuss how to figure out the number of calories in your bourbon with Ed's Bourbon Whiskey Calorie Calculator!

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This week’s Bourbon and Distillery News covers major board leadership changes at the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, the sale of Casey Jones Distillery to B3 Beverage Company, and the appointment of a new CEO at Company Distilling. We also look at Whiskey House of Kentucky’s first K-RAX warehouse, the move by Stoli Group and Kentucky Owl into Chapter 7 liquidation, and new direct-to-consumer spirits rules in California. Distribution news includes Republic National Distributing Company and Reyes Beverage Group, while brand updates come from Whiskey JYPSI, The Daily Pour, and WhiskyX. Listen in for a full breakdown of what’s happening across the bourbon industry.

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In this week's New Bourbon Releases News: Eli Manning picks a cask strength Knob Creek Bourbon, Old Forester 1924 returns, and High West drops a massive 6-20 year blend. Plus: Woodford Double Double Oaked, Rebel Root Beer, Bluegrass Distillers Roses, and the bourbon-infused S'mores chocolate bar you need right now. Finally, Lock Stock & Barrel 25 year old rye and New Riff's new Balboa Rye. Listen in for all the details!

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Join Ed & Dean as we discuss all the latest bourbon and distillery news!

This week’s Bourbon and Distillery News takes a closer look at what the 2025–2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines actually say about alcohol, highlights Bardstown Bourbon Company’s renewed ENERGY STAR certification, and covers the bankruptcy filing of Ohio’s A.M. Scott Distillery. We also share updates on Whiskey House of Kentucky’s new ISO certifications and a strategic minority investment from Meat Church BBQ into Pursuit Spirits. As an added bonus, our cohost and bankruptcy attorney, Dean Langdon, will update us on some of the ongoing distillery bankruptcies. Tune in for all the details!

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