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The Busker Irish Whiskey Unveils Small Batch Single Pot Still Expression

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Monday, February 26, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Busker Irish Whiskey, renowned for its innovative approach to crafting exceptional Irish whiskey, is proud to announce the launch of its latest addition to the family: The Busker Small Batch Single Pot Still. This release marks a significant milestone for the brand, as it unveils its very first small batch offering, expertly crafted to showcase the pinnacle of single-pot whiskey distilling.

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  • Award-winning Irish Whiskey expands its portfolio with its first small batch release, a new whiskey double aged in Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks
    NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Busker Irish Whiskey , renowned for its innovative approach to crafting exceptional Irish whiskey, is proud to announce the launch of its latest addition to the family: The Busker Small Batch Single Pot Still .
  • It's with great excitement and pride that we reveal today The Busker Small Batch whiskey.
  • "It's with great excitement and pride that we reveal today The Busker Small Batch whiskey," says the Master Blender team.
  • The Busker Small Batch Single Pot Still received top honors ahead of its release.

Laws Whiskey House Wins "World's Best Small Batch Bourbon" at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

DENVER, Colo., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laws Whiskey House celebrates its coveted win at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards, the most respected whiskey competition in the world. Laws Cask Strength Four Grain Bourbon earns recognition as the "World's Best Small Batch Bourbon" for its exceptional quality and superior flavor that sets the standard of excellence.

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  • The world's most respected whiskey competition recognizes Laws Cask Strength Four Grain Bourbon for exceptional quality, superior flavor, and category leadership
    DENVER, Colo., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laws Whiskey House celebrates its coveted win at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards, the most respected whiskey competition in the world.
  • Laws Cask Strength Four Grain Bourbon earns recognition as the "World's Best Small Batch Bourbon" for its exceptional quality and superior flavor that sets the standard of excellence.
  • Laws Whiskey House crafts its flagship Four Grain Bourbon and Cask Strength Bourbon from whiskey aged for a minimum of three and up to ten years in new, 53-gallon oak barrels.
  • For more information about Laws and to purchase Laws Cask Strength Four Grain Bourbon nationwide, visit www.lawswhiskeyhouse.com .

FOUR ROSES DISTILLERY WINS WORLD'S BEST SINGLE BARREL BOURBON AT 2024 WORLD WHISKIES AWARDS

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

LAWRENCEBURG, Ky., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Roses, the heritage Kentucky bourbon brand dating back to 1888, has received the high honors of World's Best Single Barrel Bourbon, Best Kentucky Single Barrel Bourbon and Best Kentucky Small Batch Bourbon at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards.

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  • LAWRENCEBURG, Ky., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Roses , the heritage Kentucky bourbon brand dating back to 1888, has received the high honors of World's Best Single Barrel Bourbon, Best Kentucky Single Barrel Bourbon and Best Kentucky Small Batch Bourbon at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards.
  • Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon and Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon were the sole winners from the first two rounds of their respective categories.
  • Its Single Barrel Bourbon is hand-selected by Elliott, one barrel at a time, to create a complex and full-bodied high rye bourbon.
  • In addition to receiving the coveted titles of World's Best Single Barrel and Best Kentucky Single Barrel, Four Roses Single Barrel also received a gold medal.

Heaven Hill Distillery Wins Back-to-Back Whisky Magazine Distiller of the Year Awards

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

LOUISVILLE, Ky. , Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Whisky Magazine American Icons of Whisky Awards announced Heaven Hill Distillery, the world's largest, independent American Whiskey distillery, as the 2024 Distiller of the Year at their annual awards banquet in Louisville, Ky. last Thursday. The award marks back-to-back wins for Heaven Hill in this globally acclaimed category. Sustainability Director Rachel Nally was also recognized as Highly Commended in the Sustainability Officer category. This was on top of being named as Sustainable Distiller of the Year in 2023.

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  • The 2024 American Icons of Whisky celebrates the largest, independent distillery as best in country at World Whiskies Awards
    LOUISVILLE, Ky. , Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Whisky Magazine American Icons of Whisky Awards announced Heaven Hill Distillery, the world's largest, independent American Whiskey distillery, as the 2024 Distiller of the Year at their annual awards banquet in Louisville, Ky. last Thursday.
  • The sequential wins emphasize Heaven Hill's stature in the industry as the largest, independent distillery dedicated to quality and heritage.
  • The new Heaven Hill Springs Distillery celebrated a major milestone last August with the installation of the first of three stills, crafted in Louisville by Vendome Copper.
  • "As the largest, independent distillery, Heaven Hill is proud to carry forth the tradition of distilling American Whiskey and has been since 1935," said Conor O'Driscoll, Heaven Hill Master Distiller.

Breckenridge Distillery Wins World’s Best Finished Bourbon at 2024 World Whiskies Awards

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , one of the most-awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), celebrates the wins of World’s Best Finished Bourbon, America’s Best Finished Bourbon and Icons of Whisky Campaign Innovator of the Year: Highly Commended at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards.

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  • BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , one of the most-awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), celebrates the wins of World’s Best Finished Bourbon, America’s Best Finished Bourbon and Icons of Whisky Campaign Innovator of the Year: Highly Commended at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards.
  • After blind tasting over 1,490 spirits, over 200 judges awarded Breckenridge Port Cask Finish Whiskey World’s Best Finished Bourbon and America’s Best Finished Bourbon.
  • “The continued recognition of our bourbons and marketing campaigns is owed to the dedication, craft and commitment to quality of the team at Breckenridge Distillery,” said Bryan Nolt, founder and CEO of Breckenridge Distillery.
  • Breckenridge Port Cask Finish Whiskey joins Breckenridge 105 High Proof, World’s Best Blended Whiskey 2023, and Breckenridge Gin, World’s Best Gin 2021, on the global stage.

Tilray Brands Presents the Best Holiday Gifts for Whiskey Enthusiasts and Craft Beer Lovers

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

This curated selection features award-winning drinks from Tilray Brands’ portfolio of craft beverage brands.

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  • This curated selection features award-winning drinks from Tilray Brands’ portfolio of craft beverage brands.
  • Breckenridge Distillery , the highly awarded spirits brand, offers premium spirits for the holiday season:
    Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey : One of the most awarded craft bourbons in the U.S.
  • Striking deep red, this strong specialty brew makes a coveted holiday gift for beer and whiskey lovers.
  • Whether you're toasting to longstanding traditions or creating new ones, these holiday selections are designed to elevate your festive moments," said Ty Gilmore, President, U.S. Beer at Tilray Brands.

Breckenridge Distillery Announces New and Expanded Partnership with the Denver Broncos

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , the ‘World’s Highest Distillery’ one of the most awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., and the official bourbon of the Denver Broncos, today announced two new limited-edition Back-to-Back Broncos Bourbon Blends , the third commemorative Broncos Bourbon Blends of the series collaboration.

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  • BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , the ‘World’s Highest Distillery’ one of the most awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., and the official bourbon of the Denver Broncos, today announced two new limited-edition Back-to-Back Broncos Bourbon Blends , the third commemorative Broncos Bourbon Blends of the series collaboration.
  • In addition to being the official bourbon of the Denver Broncos, Breckenridge Distillery announced today they are also becoming the official vodka sponsor of the Denver Broncos.
  • To honor the partnership, Breckenridge Distillery created Breckenridge Broncos Vodka which commemorates the Bronco Blizzard, the first white alternate Broncos football helmet.
  • The Breckenridge Back-to-Back Broncos Bourbon Blends retail for $39.99 each and the Breckenridge Broncos Vodka retails for $22.99.

Breckenridge Distillery Launches New Limited Release Collectors Art Series With Artist Sandra Fettingis

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , one of the most awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., and winner of World’s Best Blended Whiskey, combines the art of blending whiskey and color through its third Collectors Art Series , a limited release of 96 proof PX Naranja Cask Finish Whiskey with a vibrant new label designed by local Colorado artist and muralist, Sandra Fettingis .

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  • BRECKENRIDGE, Colo., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breckenridge Distillery , one of the most awarded craft distilleries in the U.S., and winner of World’s Best Blended Whiskey, combines the art of blending whiskey and color through its third Collectors Art Series , a limited release of 96 proof PX Naranja Cask Finish Whiskey with a vibrant new label designed by local Colorado artist and muralist, Sandra Fettingis .
  • This design of the whiskey label can be found as a mural at 360 Adams Street in Silverthorne, Colorado, in Colorado’s newest arts district 12 miles from the Breckenridge Distillery.
  • “Proper blending is an art, not easily learned, and something I’m sincerely passionate about,” said Bryan Nolt, founder and CEO of Breckenridge Distillery.
  • Breckenridge Collectors Art Series 3 will be available exclusively at Breckenridge Distillery and the Main Street Tasting Room in Breckenridge, Colorado, for $125 starting June 30.

Ireland claims it gave whisky-making to Scotland, and the Scots tend to agree, however, Canada now makes the 'World's Best' potstill whisky!

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Just announced at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards (WWA) in London UK, Macaloney's Kildara single potstill whisky took home the gold medal for 'World's Best.'

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  • Just announced at the prestigious World Whiskies Awards (WWA) in London UK, Macaloney's Kildara single potstill whisky took home the gold medal for 'World's Best.'
  • This success demonstrates the resilience of Macaloney Distillers, who settled a lawsuit with the Scotch Whisky Association in April 2022.
  • Scotland, Ireland, the U.S.A., Japan and many other countries compete with over 1,500 whisky entries at the WWA.
  • In taking 'World's Best Potstill Whisky,' Macaloney's Island Distillery, which has been making potstill whisky since 2019 beat 15-year-old, 21-year-old, and even 27-year-old whiskies to take the top award.

Corby's Canadian Whisky Portfolio Awarded at the 2023 World Whiskies Awards

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

TORONTO, April 20, 2023 /CNW/ - J.P. Wiser's 10-Year-Old, the latest addition to Corby Spirit and Wine's Canadian whisky portfolio, has been awarded the Category Winner and Gold for 12 Years & Under at the 2023 World Whiskies Awards.

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  • TORONTO, April 20, 2023 /CNW/ - J.P. Wiser's 10-Year-Old, the latest addition to Corby Spirit and Wine's Canadian whisky portfolio, has been awarded the Category Winner and Gold for 12 Years & Under at the 2023 World Whiskies Awards.
  • "Canadian whisky continues to be the most diverse, innovative and creative style of whisky in the world," emphasized Dr. Don Livermore, Master Blender for Hiram Walker & Sons.
  • For 23 years, the World Whiskies Awards has been the world's largest and most respected whisky competition.
  • In addition to J.P. Wiser's 10-Year-Old receiving two awards under the Canadian Whisky category, the full list of winners from Corby's portfolio include:
    For a full list of 2023 winners, please visit www.worldwhiskiesawards.com .