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Jack Daniel's and McLaren Racing Unveil 2024 Edition of Limited Tennessee Whiskey Bottle

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

The Jack Daniel Distillery today unveiled the 2024 edition of a limited Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey bottle to commemorate its partnership with McLaren Racing.

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  • The Jack Daniel Distillery today unveiled the 2024 edition of a limited Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey bottle to commemorate its partnership with McLaren Racing.
  • Available in Formula 1 race markets across the globe and select states in the U.S., the limited edition Tennessee Whiskey features new packaging and design with a papaya twist on the iconic Old No.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240320196132/en/
    Jack Daniel’s and McLaren Racing Unveil 2024 Edition of Limited Tennessee Whiskey Bottle (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re proud to celebrate the continued partnership between McLaren and Jack Daniel’s, two brands known around the world for representing a spirit of boldness and authenticity,” said Jamie Butler, Jack Daniel’s Global Brand Director.
  • “The launch of last year’s bottle was a huge success, and it is great that we continue to launch unique and exciting activations for our fans globally.”
    The limited edition McLaren Racing commemorative bottle is Jack Daniel’s classic Tennessee Whiskey grain bill of 80% corn, 8% rye, and 12% malted barley, bottled at 80 proof (40% abv).

Brown-Forman Named One of the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Brown-Forman (NYSE: BFA, BFB) has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

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  • Brown-Forman (NYSE: BFA, BFB) has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.
  • “We are proud to be recognized as a World's Most Ethical Companies Honoree for the third year in a row,” said Lawson Whiting, President and CEO, Brown-Forman Corporation.
  • “Companies that elevate best-in-class cultures of ethics and integrity set a standard for corporate citizenship for their peers and competitors to follow.
  • To view the full list of this year’s honorees, please visit the World’s Most Ethical Companies website, at worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees .

Brown-Forman Announces Investor Day Webcast

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) today announced that it will host an investor conference in Louisville, Kentucky, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, with presentations starting at 8:30 a.m. (EDT).

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  • Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) today announced that it will host an investor conference in Louisville, Kentucky, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, with presentations starting at 8:30 a.m. (EDT).
  • A live webcast of the presentations along with a question and answer session with the company’s executive leaders will focus on Brown-Forman’s strategic priorities and long-term ambitions.
  • The webcast will be available via www.brown-forman.com , through a link to ‘Investors – Events & Presentations.’ Copies of the slides presented during the conference will also be available via the website.
  • Interested parties may register here to view the live webcast.

Brown-Forman Announces Launch of Distribution Business in Italy

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA,BFB), one of the largest American-owned spirits companies, announces today its plan to distribute its own brands in Italy, effective May 1, 2025.

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  • Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA,BFB), one of the largest American-owned spirits companies, announces today its plan to distribute its own brands in Italy, effective May 1, 2025.
  • “We believe setting up our own distribution organization will enable the growth of our brands across all channels in Italy,” said Agnieszka Przybylek, General Manager, Brown-Forman Italy.
  • We believe that the creation of our own distribution business in this market will offer increased consumer focus and prioritization of our brands, empowered by a talented team,” said Yiannis Pafilis, EVP, President of Europe, Brown-Forman.
  • According to IWSR, Italy is among the top five spirits markets in the European Union (excluding the UK) and the leading market for Gin Mare globally.

Brown-Forman Commits Funds to Foundation and Dendrifund

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) today announced a commitment of $22.5 million to support the efforts of the Brown-Forman Foundation and Dendrifund.

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  • Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA, BFB) today announced a commitment of $22.5 million to support the efforts of the Brown-Forman Foundation and Dendrifund.
  • Additionally, the Dendrifund, a nonprofit sustainability seed fund jointly created by Brown-Forman and the Brown family, will receive a $2.5 million donation.
  • Dendrifund serves as a catalyst for collaborative efforts aimed at advancing sustainability within the whiskey industry.
  • Likewise, the ongoing support of Dendrifund underscores the importance the company places on sustainability and innovation within the spirits industry.

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.

Manly Bands Continues Unique Licensing Agreement with Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

LINDON, Utah, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manly Bands shows off their unique licensing partnership with Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey with a signature line of men's rings.

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  • LINDON, Utah, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manly Bands shows off their unique licensing partnership with Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey with a signature line of men's rings.
  • Crafted from Black Zirconium, this ring features a Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Barrel and Amber Colored Glass Inlay, a tribute to the true master of craftsmanship.
  • Made from Damascus Steel, this ring boasts a Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Barrel Inlay and Cerakote Sleeve.
  • Made from Black Zirconium, this ring features Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey Barrel and Genuine Black Dinosaur Bone Inlays.

Brown-Forman Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call Scheduled for March 6, 2024

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) will release its third quarter and year-to-date fiscal 2024 financial results on March 6, 2024, by 8:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call to discuss the results at 10:00 a.m. (EST).

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  • Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE: BFA, BFB) will release its third quarter and year-to-date fiscal 2024 financial results on March 6, 2024, by 8:00 a.m. (EST), followed by a conference call to discuss the results at 10:00 a.m. (EST).
  • A live audio broadcast of the conference call will be available via Brown-Forman’s website, brown-forman.com , through a link to "Investors/Events & Presentations."
  • A digital audio recording of the conference call will be available on the website approximately two hours after the conclusion of the conference call.
  • Interested parties are also invited to join the conference call by registering for the call in advance here .

NEAREST & JACK ADVANCEMENT INITIATIVE'S SPIRITS ON THE RISE SUMMIT RETURNS TO MIDDLE TENNESSEE

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

LYNCHBURG, Tenn. and SHELBYVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative (NJAI), the first-of-its-kind incubator created by Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey and Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey to diversify the current and future leaders in the spirits industry, announced the return of the Spirits on the Rise Summit. The two-day event, taking place in Lynchburg and Shelbyville, Tennessee on April 15 and 16, 2024, will build upon the success of last year's summit with more speakers, more networking, and more opportunities for BIPOC businessmen and businesswomen in spirits to learn from panelists and keynote speakers who are experts in their fields.

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  • The Spirits on the Rise Summit began in 2023 to bring together experienced spirits and hospitality industry professionals with entrepreneurs from historically underrepresented communities as they work to advance their spirits businesses.
  • Programming for the 2024 Spirits on the Rise Summit will take place at the Jack Daniel Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee on April 15, and at the Nearest Green Distillery in Shelbyville, Tennessee on April 16.
  • "After a successful debut in 2023, we are thrilled to announce the return of the Spirits on the Rise Summit for 2024," said Jamie Butler, Jack Daniel's Global Brand Director.
  • To submit your company's interest in the 2024 Spirits on the Rise Summit, or for more information on the Nearest & Jack Advancement Initiative, please visit www.nearestandjack.org .

Cordillera Raises $62 Million for Whiskey Opportunities Fund

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Cordillera Investment Partners, L.P. (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in privately-held niche, non-correlated assets, today announced it has completed fundraising for its $62 million Whiskey Opportunities Fund (the “Fund”).

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  • Cordillera Investment Partners, L.P. (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in privately-held niche, non-correlated assets, today announced it has completed fundraising for its $62 million Whiskey Opportunities Fund (the “Fund”).
  • This is the firm’s first fund to exclusively focus on the buying and aging of whiskey barrels as institutional assets.
  • The Fund aims to address the growing demand for premium whiskey products by identifying a diverse portfolio of U.S. and non-U.S. whiskey assets.
  • The Fund expands an investment thesis that Cordillera began investing in in 2019 through its second flagship fund.