Economy of Louisville, Kentucky

Ian Somerhalder's And Paul Wesley's Brother's Bond Bourbon Now Available In 17 States

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

From the bourbon liquid development to the brand identity, packaging, marketing and advertising, Ian andPaulhave been pivotal in every step of producing the bourbon.

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  • From the bourbon liquid development to the brand identity, packaging, marketing and advertising, Ian andPaulhave been pivotal in every step of producing the bourbon.
  • We are so proud of the success of our initialreleaseand are excited to say that this is just the beginning," said Ian and Paul.
  • Brother's Bond Bourbon is elegant and exceptionally smooth, complex, and balanced with a touch of sweetness and spice.
  • The four-grain, high rye bourbon is 65% corn, 22% rye with the percentage of wheat and barley kept a secret.

Milton Security Announces Monthly Virtual Whiskey Tasting Experience

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Friday, July 23, 2021

BREA, Calif., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Security, a leading provider of Threat Hunting as a Service, XDR & MDR (MxDR) SOC Services, has announced a monthly whiskey tasting event with CEO and Founder, James McMurry.

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  • BREA, Calif., July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Security, a leading provider of Threat Hunting as a Service, XDR & MDR (MxDR) SOC Services, has announced a monthly whiskey tasting event with CEO and Founder, James McMurry.
  • The events will be held on the third Friday of each month at 16:00 PST and will include a curated flight of whiskey samples and a virtual tasting event.
  • During the event, McMurry will walk participants through the whiskey flight tastings and offer a chance to network and discuss a range of topics.
  • "Everyone knows I'm passionate about whiskey, bourbon in particular, cybersecurity, and my hatred of beets," said James McMurry, CEO of Milton Security, who goes by the handle of WhiskeyHacker on his social media accounts.

ANGEL'S ENVY® Unveils First Look At Plans For Downtown Louisville Brand Home Expansion

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ANGEL'S ENVY ,the Louisville-based craft distiller that produces small batch, finished whiskeys, today unveiled the details of the upcoming $8.2M expansion to its downtown Louisville distillery tour.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ANGEL'S ENVY ,the Louisville-based craft distiller that produces small batch, finished whiskeys, today unveiled the details of the upcoming $8.2M expansion to its downtown Louisville distillery tour.
  • This expansion proves we can expect more great things from ANGEL'S ENVY as our state's economy continues to strengthen," said Kentucky Gov.
  • The ANGEL'S ENVY brand home expansion would not be possible without the ongoing or continuous support of the Kentucky Distillers' Association, the Kentucky Governor's Office, Kentucky Tourism, the Louisville Mayor's Office, Louisville Forward and Louisville Tourism.
  • ANGEL'S ENVY is produced by Louisville Distilling Company, a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited.

Austin’s Nine Banded Whiskey Unveils Award-Winning Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon

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Monday, July 12, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Austin-based award-winning bourbon company Nine Banded Whiskey today unveils its Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon, a new expression of the brands popular Wheated Bourbon boasting rich, complex flavors.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Austin-based award-winning bourbon company Nine Banded Whiskey today unveils its Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon, a new expression of the brands popular Wheated Bourbon boasting rich, complex flavors.
  • Knowing cask strength bourbon is a sought-after choice among whiskey fans, we set out to release an expression of our Wheated Bourbon that brought to life the unique flavors of the liquid straight from the cask, said Elena Garcia Slaton, Vice President of Marketing at Nine Banded.
  • Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon joins Nine Bandeds Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey in its signature portfolio and is available now in participating retail stores, restaurants and bars across Texas, with further distribution coming later in the year.
  • Nine Bandeds core portfolio includes its Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey, and the newly released award-winning Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon.

Wyoming Whiskey Raises Over $120K for National Park Foundation

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

NEW YORK, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/-- Wyoming Whiskey today announced the brand has raised over $120,000 in partnership with the National Park Foundation.

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  • NEW YORK, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/-- Wyoming Whiskey today announced the brand has raised over $120,000 in partnership with the National Park Foundation.
  • "On behalf of all of us at Wyoming Whiskey, I thank everyone who participated in our virtual auction and am grateful to all who donated to such a great cause," said David DeFazio, co-founder of Wyoming Whiskey.
  • In conjunction with the virtual auction, Wyoming Whiskey also launched a new National Parks Limited Edition Bourbon Whiskey available in limited markets and online.
  • Based in Kirby, Wyoming, Wyoming Whiskey has had a simple goal: to create America's next great American Whiskey.

Legends Distillery Takes on Big Multinationals and Wins

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Legends Distillery also won ASCOT's double platinum award with its Wheated 115 Barrel Proof Bourbon.

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  • Legends Distillery also won ASCOT's double platinum award with its Wheated 115 Barrel Proof Bourbon.
  • Legends 100 double barrel bourbon recently won a 2021 Sip Awards Double Gold medal after winning the Best of Class Platinum in 2020.
  • Legends 115 Wheated Bourbon also won 2021 Silver, which brings Legends' total to 26 awards since March 2020.
  • Legends continues with other offerings with the Legends Sweet Georgia Brown Whiskey, being released late 2021, and Legends Gin, set to launch Fall 2021.

Black Bourbon Society's Maker's Mark® Private Selection: Recipe 2 Takes Home Pair of First Place Medals at 2021 International Whisky Competition

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Black Bourbon Society's Maker's Mark Private Selection: Recipe 2 was named Best Bourbon and Best American Whiskey overall at the 12th annual International Whisky Competition (IWC), bringing in two first place gold medals the competition's highest category honor.

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  • Black Bourbon Society's Maker's Mark Private Selection: Recipe 2 was named Best Bourbon and Best American Whiskey overall at the 12th annual International Whisky Competition (IWC), bringing in two first place gold medals the competition's highest category honor.
  • The IWC awards mark the latest achievements in a string of high-profile wins for Black Bourbon Society and Maker's Mark.
  • Black Bourbon Society was awarded a Double Gold medal for its first Maker's Mark Private Selection Bourbon at the 19th Annual San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) in 2019, while Maker's Mark took home its own Double Gold medal for its classic Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon at the same competition in 2021.
  • With 93.8 points, Black Bourbon Society's Maker's Mark Private Selection: Recipe 2 was the highest scored American whisky of any in the entire competition.

Shots Box Shares Some of Its Top Whiskey Picks for Dad this Father's Day

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

"After not being able to spend time with loved ones, this Father's Day means something a little more special," says J.C. Stock, Chief Executive Officer of Shots Box.

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  • "After not being able to spend time with loved ones, this Father's Day means something a little more special," says J.C. Stock, Chief Executive Officer of Shots Box.
  • "Whiskey has a tradition of bringing people together and strengthening bonds, which is why it makes a timeless Father's Day gift.
  • Honor Dad this year with something more than just the usual and try one of our top whiskey picks from around the country."
  • California Cowboy Bourbon Whiskey - This Bourbon Whiskey is made in Kentucky, and barreled for two years with no added flavors or colors.

Harlem Standard Launches Two New Whiskeys

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Harlem Standard Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a proprietary high-rye, 4-grain blend.

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  • Harlem Standard Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a proprietary high-rye, 4-grain blend.
  • Having gained popularity in the competitive city of Manhattan, Harlem Standard can also be found locally in venerable retailers like Sherry-Lehmann, Acker Wines, Harlem Vintage, and select locations in Nashville, Tampa, and now the greater New Jersey area.
  • Like Harlem itself, Harlem Standard is in a constant state of growth and evolution.
  • A portion of the proceeds from every bottle of Harlem Standard whiskey benefits the Jazz Foundation of America's COVID-19 Musicians' Emergency Fund.

A New Look For Easy Rider Bourbon

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Monday, June 14, 2021

HOOD RIVER, Ore., June 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hood River Distillers , the oldest and largest importer, distiller and marketer of distilled spirits in the Northwest, is re-launching their Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Easy Rider .

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  • HOOD RIVER, Ore., June 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hood River Distillers , the oldest and largest importer, distiller and marketer of distilled spirits in the Northwest, is re-launching their Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Easy Rider .
  • Hood, Easy Rider's layered flavors summon notes of summer sweet corn, vanilla, soft malt, and spicy peppercorn with a worn leather finish.
  • "Easy Rider is not just a clever name, it is a really good 4-year bourbon.
  • Easy Rider Kentucky Straight Bourbon is available in 1.0L, 750ML, and 50ML sizes, with the standard 750ML retailing for $24.95.