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RD1 Spirits Celebrates a Year of New Bourbons, Top Industry Awards, and U.S. Distribution Growth

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

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As 2023 wraps up, Lexington-based RD1 Spirits celebrates a year of tremendous growth, including portfolio expansion, 66 product awards, distribution across 15 states, and an invitation to join the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

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As 2023 wraps up, Lexington-based RD1 Spirits celebrates a year of tremendous growth, including portfolio expansion, 66 product awards, distribution across 15 states, and an invitation to join the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
RD1 participated in more than 45 bourbon events from coast to coast in 2023, tasting consumers on its award-winning bourbon portfolio.
RD1’s five-year agreement – for production of up to 15,000 barrels a year – gives RD1 a strategic home with Call at the helm.
Visit RD1spirits.com , and follow @RD1spirits on Facebook and Instagram to learn about RD1’s aggressive growth plans for 2024.

Howler Head Banana Flavored Bourbon Awarded Highest Category Rating By Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

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LONDON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Catalyst Spirits' Howler Head Kentucky Straight Bourbon with Natural Banana Flavor continues to garner accolades from the spirits industry's most-respected reviewers including the highest score ever awarded to a flavored whiskey by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. This follows high honors at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the 2023 SIP Awards.

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Wine Enthusiast, the award-winning print magazine and online expert resource for all things wine and spirits, rated Howler Head a "Best Buy" with a 95-point score – the highest rating for any flavored American whiskey/bourbon.
Howler Head was also awarded a Gold Medal at the prestigious 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Howler Head is the original, super-premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey blended with natural banana flavors and is currently one of the fastest-growing spirits of any category in the U.S.
"I loved Howler Head the moment I tasted it," said UFC President and Howler Head cofounder Dana White.

Howler Head® Bourbon Expands Global Distribution to Mexico with Campari Group, Leveraging Vast Experience in Growing Whiskey Market

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Campari Group and Catalyst Spirits announce Howler Head® Bourbon – the official bourbon whiskey of UFC®, the world's premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, and the original super premium banana-flavored bourbon whiskey – is now available in Mexico. The launch coincides with UFC Fight Night: Grasso vs. Shevchenko 2 on September 16, which celebrates Mexican Independence Day. Campari Group has a 15% stake in the popular Catalyst Spirits brand, which is also available in Australia, Brazil, the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

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MEXICO CITY, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Campari Group and Catalyst Spirits announce Howler Head® Bourbon – the official bourbon whiskey of UFC ®, the world's premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organization, and the original super premium banana-flavored bourbon whiskey – is now available in Mexico.
Howler Head starts with real, carefully crafted Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey made with premium grains and mineral-rich water, aged for two years in charred American white oak barrels.
The bourbon whiskey market achieved a +7.2% CAGR 2022 vs 2021 and has an estimated CAGR of +2% 2027 vs 2022.
"With its award-winning taste and eye-catching packaging, Howler Head is designed to stand out," added Simon Hunt, CEO of Catalyst Spirits.

Mary Dowling Whiskey Company Launches Whiskey Lineup in Honor of Its Namesake

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Dowling Whiskey Company, an inspirational new Kentucky bourbon brand, today announced the debut of its premiere whiskey lineup, featuring two distinctive expressions. Inspired by one of the greatest American stories never told, the boldly original bourbons, one finished in tequila barrels and another finished in second oak barrels, embody the spirit of determination, paired with a beautiful amber liquid that expresses exceptional and unique flavors and aromas.

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Today, the Mary Dowling Whiskey Company is on a mission to share her untold story with the world through two whiskeys that pay homage to her boldness and legacy.
"Long obscured by the mists of time, Mary Dowling's story is one of the most motivational and compelling in the annals of whiskey-making," said Kaveh Zamanian, Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame whiskey maker and co-founder of Mary Dowling Whiskey Company.
The Mary Dowling Whiskey Company lineup includes two remarkable whiskeys that commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mary's ultimate triumph over the dry laws and her instrumental role in keeping the Kentucky whiskey industry alive.
To learn more about Mary Dowling Whiskey Company's latest offerings, alongside Mary's remarkable life and legacy, visit www.marydowling.com and follow @marydowlingwhiskey.

RD1 Earns Eleven Prestigious Awards in Beverage Competitions this Spring

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

Lexington-based bourbon producer RD1 Spirits is proud to announce eleven prestigious awards from international and national spirits competitions for its Kentucky Straight Bourbon portfolio.

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Lexington-based bourbon producer RD1 Spirits is proud to announce eleven prestigious awards from international and national spirits competitions for its Kentucky Straight Bourbon portfolio.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230525005345/en/
On the heels of its expansion into Indiana announced in March 2023, RD1 award-winning bourbon is now available in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Missouri.
Another new release, RD1 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Double Finished in Oak and Maple Barrels earned golds in the 2023 ASCOT Awards and the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
RD1 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey took home golds in the 2023 ASCOT Awards, 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and 2023 Denver International Spirits Competition.

Lux Row Distillers reaches new heights with introduction of Ezra Brooks 99 Rye and reimagination of Ezra Brooks Bourbon Cream

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Monday, May 15, 2023

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ST. LOUIS, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lux Row Distillers announced two new variants in the Ezra Brooks brand family: Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey and a newly reformulated Ezra Brooks Bourbon Cream. Both variants will reach retail shelves across the country later this month at a suggested retail price of $24.99 for Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey and $21.99 for Ezra Brooks Bourbon Cream per 750 ml bottle.

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ST. LOUIS, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lux Row Distillers announced two new variants in the Ezra Brooks brand family: Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey and a newly reformulated Ezra Brooks Bourbon Cream.
Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey has a 51% rye mash bill and is charcoal filtered for a smooth, mellow finish.
Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye is offered in upscale packaging on par with its bourbon sibling (Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey), including a prominent "99" proof callout and Lux Row Distillers embossing on the bottle's shoulder.
"Based on the success of Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, we have elevated the proof for both the Ezra Brooks Rye and Bourbon Cream variants," said Eric Winter, brand manager for Ezra Brooks.

Howler Head Banana Flavored Bourbon Strikes Gold at Prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition

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Friday, April 28, 2023

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition has awarded a coveted Gold Medal to Howler Head Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey with Natural Banana Flavor. This is Howler Head's first entry in the prestigious competition and an outstanding result in the crowded and competitive Flavored Whiskey category.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition has awarded a coveted Gold Medal to Howler Head Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey with Natural Banana Flavor.
Howler Head is the official flavored Bourbon whiskey partner of UFC , the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, and is one of the fastest-growing whiskey brands in the world – flavored or unflavored.
I am proud and honored that Howler Head won the Gold Medal at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
"The San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) is the largest and oldest spirits competition in the world, receiving nearly 5,000 entries across multiple categories.

RD1 Spirits Expands Bourbon Distribution to Indiana

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Lexington-based RD1 Spirits announces its expansion of bourbon distribution to Indiana, representing the brand’s growth beyond its home state of Kentucky.

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Lexington-based RD1 Spirits announces its expansion of bourbon distribution to Indiana, representing the brand’s growth beyond its home state of Kentucky.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230314005386/en/
RD1 Spirits announces its expansion of bourbon distribution to Indiana (Photo: RD1 Spirits)
"Indiana is a big first for us," said Mike Tetterton, chief executive officer of RD1 Spirits, which was founded in 2020 to celebrate meaningful firsts in our lives, including Lexington’s first federally registered distillery established in 1865 .
"We are proud to begin our expansion into Indiana and look forward to introducing our unique ‘Bluegrass Glory’ bourbon tasting experience."
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, RD1 Spirits exists to explore the bourbon frontier.

O.H. Ingram River Aged Announces Second-Ever Release of Premium Flagship Bourbon

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Ingram River Aged series, today announced the second-ever release of its Flagship Bourbon , Ingram River Ageds premier spirit.

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Ingram River Aged series, today announced the second-ever release of its Flagship Bourbon , Ingram River Ageds premier spirit.
Ingram River Aged is proud to announce the release of its second-ever Flagship Bourbon.
Our Flagship Bourbon is a labor of love, and our team takes great pride in creating what we believe is an exceptional spirit, said Ingram River Aged Founder Hank Ingram.
To learn more about the Ingram River Aged Series and sign up for updates, please visit IngramWhiskey.com and use the Ingram River Aged Brand Finder to see where its available near you.

O.H. Ingram River Aged Announces Fall Road Show

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Ingram River Aged , is proud to announce that it is embarking on a fall road show, visiting key markets, holding public events and spreading the word about the only whiskey aged in a floating barrelhouse on the Mississippi River.

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Ingram River Aged , is proud to announce that it is embarking on a fall road show, visiting key markets, holding public events and spreading the word about the only whiskey aged in a floating barrelhouse on the Mississippi River.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220823005681/en/
The team behind Ingram River Aged is hitting the road this September!
Ingram River Aged whiskey spend years exposed to the climate and constant motion of the Mississippi River.
To learn more about Ingram River Aged and sign up for updates, please visit IngramWhiskey.com and use the Ingram River Aged Brand Finder to see where its available near you.