Bourbon

Catalyst Spirits Enters Ready-To-Drink Market with Howler Head & Cola, Signs UFC Superstar as Global Brand Ambassador

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Monday, March 4, 2024

LONDON, March 4th, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Catalyst Spirits today announced it is entering the growing global Ready-To-Drink (RTD) market through its popular Howler Head brand – the original super premium banana-flavoured bourbon whiskey and the official flavoured bourbon of UFC®. Howler Head & Cola is now available in Australia and will soon be available in other international markets. In conjunction with the launch, Catalyst also announced former UFC middleweight champion and Australian native Robert Whittaker will serve as the fast-growing brand's newest ambassador, helping to introduce Howler Head & Cola to his home country.

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  • Capitalizing on how the brand is enjoyed around the world, Howler Head is perfectly mixed with rich cola, then canned for convenient, refreshing enjoyment anywhere.
  • Howler Head & Cola is carefully crafted Straight Bourbon Whiskey made with the finest grains and mineral-rich water.
  • Howler Head expanded to Australia in February 2023 and has quickly gained country-wide distribution in the burgeoning local bourbon market.
  • Howler Head is managed by Catalyst Spirits with Campari Group holding a minority interest.

Nicholas Mastroianni II to Receive Knighthood in the Royal Order of Francis I

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Friday, February 9, 2024

NAPLES, Fla., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a distinguished ceremony on February 11, 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Nicholas "Nick" Mastroianni II will be knighted in the Royal Order of Francis I. The Order, established by the Royal House of Bourbon two centuries ago, honors individuals in various fields including business, science, and education for their monumental contributions to society. 

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  • NAPLES, Fla., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a distinguished ceremony on February 11, 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Nicholas "Nick" Mastroianni II will be knighted in the Royal Order of Francis I.
  • The Order, established by the Royal House of Bourbon two centuries ago, honors individuals in various fields including business, science, and education for their monumental contributions to society.
  • "I am honored to receive this distinction from such a historic group as the Royal Order of Francis I which has recognized many great individuals," said Mr. Mastroianni.
  • The ceremony will celebrate Nicholas Mastroianni II alongside eleven other eminent individuals from Florida.

Richard Childress Racing Announces Multi-Race, Multi-Year Partnership with Rebel Bourbon

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

WELCOME, N.C., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bardstown, Kentucky-based Rebel® Bourbon has signed a sponsorship agreement with Richard Childress Racing to become an official sponsor, positioning the award-winning bourbon as the official bourbon of Richard Childress Racing, the No. 8 Chevrolet, and two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Busch. Busch will race the No. 8 Rebel Bourbon Chevrolet in select races during the 2024 and 2025 NASCAR Cup Series seasons, beginning with the Spring race at Richmond Raceway on Sunday, March 31.

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  • WELCOME, N.C., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bardstown, Kentucky-based Rebel® Bourbon has signed a sponsorship agreement with Richard Childress Racing to become an official sponsor, positioning the award-winning bourbon as the official bourbon of Richard Childress Racing, the No.
  • 8 Rebel Bourbon Chevrolet in select races during the 2024 and 2025 NASCAR Cup Series seasons, beginning with the Spring race at Richmond Raceway on Sunday, March 31.
  • "Rebel Bourbon's award-winning wheated recipe is known for defying trends and being unapologetically bold, which are arguably all qualities that have contributed to the success of both Richard Childress Racing and Kyle Busch," said Torrey Galida, president of Richard Childress Racing.
  • Rebel Bourbon and Richard Childress Racing remind everyone 21 and older to drink responsibly – and never drink and drive.

O.H. Ingram River Aged Releasing Third Annual Flagship Bourbon

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Ingram River Aged is proud to announce the release of its third annual Flagship Bourbon.

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  • Ingram River Aged is proud to announce the release of its third annual Flagship Bourbon.
  • Ingram River Aged's 2023 Flagship Bourbon has arrived.
  • “The Flagship Bourbon is a true labor of love, as we go through the barrel selection process with great care and intention.
  • Ingram River Aged and sign up for updates, please visit IngramWhiskey.com and use the Brand Finder to see where it’s available near you.

Matt Porter Joins Barrel King: Modernizing The Whiskey Experience

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Background: Porter's global recognition for his whiskey acumen aligns seamlessly with Barrel King's innovative approach to whiskey enjoyment.

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  • Background: Porter's global recognition for his whiskey acumen aligns seamlessly with Barrel King's innovative approach to whiskey enjoyment.
  • Matt Porter's Statement: "Barrel King is one of the few underground "If You Know, You Know" Whiskey Brands that has an almost secret reputation for outstanding Bourbon and Rye.
  • Rachael Record, Owner of Barrel King: 'We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Matt Porter to the Barrel King family.
  • Media Contacts: For more information about Barrel King, Matt Porter, and our Gold Membership Program, please contact [ [email protected] ] or visit barrelking.com .

Wolf Spirit Re-Enters Whiskey Ring with Heavy Weight Card: Puncher's Chance® The Unified Belt Bourbon/Irish Blend

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

EUGENE, Ore., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Wolf Spirit's Puncher's Chance® Bourbon announces the fifth release in its award-winning portfolio of fine whiskeys. Puncher's Chance THE UNIFIED BELT is a limited-release, three-cask blend of fine Bourbon and Irish Whiskey, serving as the follow up to Puncher's Chance THE UNDISPUTED Bourbon, which won a Platinum Medal and Best in Show 2nd Runner Up honors at Tony Abou-Ganim's heralded TAG World Spirits Awards in the American Bourbon Single Barrel category.

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  • EUGENE, Ore., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Wolf Spirit 's Puncher's Chance® Bourbon announces the fifth release in its award-winning portfolio of fine whiskeys.
  • With barrels sourced by IJW Whiskey Company of Louisville, KY and crafted by Master Blender Steven Hughes, THE UNIFIED BELT is the first cross-category whiskey blend.
  • At the ring of the bell, The UNIFIED BELT enters with dark fruit, orchard fruit and cocoa, which are perfectly balanced with layers of warm oak and baking spice.
  • The Unified Belt is bottled at a very approachable 96 proof and retails at $149.99 for a 750 ml.

Milam & Greene Whiskey Introduces Its Most Exclusive and Final Bottling of the Castle Hill Vintage Series Bourbon Whiskey

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Monday, December 4, 2023

BLANCO, Texas, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Milam & Greene Whiskey is pleased to announce the release of The Castle Hill Batch Three 15-Year-Old Bourbon. This is the final release in their award-winning Castle Hill Vintage Bourbon Series. For Batch Three, 2023 Master Blender of the Year, Heather Greene hand-selected just 20 barrels aged over 15 years. It is the oldest age statement ever released by Milam & Greene and has already landed a spot on acclaimed whiskey writer Fred Minnick's "The Top 100 American Whiskeys of 2023" list.

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  • BLANCO, Texas, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Milam & Greene Whiskey is pleased to announce the release of The Castle Hill Batch Three 15-Year-Old Bourbon.
  • Creating our oldest, rarest, and final batch for the Castle Hill Vintage Series has been a passion project for me.
  • The Castle Hill Vintage Series celebrates the art and skill of blending old casks to create a refined and beautiful whiskey.
  • "Creating our oldest, rarest, and final batch for the Castle Hill Vintage Series has been a passion project for me," says Heather Greene.

Introducing Wheel Horse Cigar Blend Bourbon Whiskey

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

OWENSBORO, Ky., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheel Horse Whiskey is proud to introduce Wheel Horse Cigar Blend Bourbon, a limited-edition whiskey distilled at the historic Green River Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. With just 3,000 bottles available, this limited offering is available online in most states beginning today, along with limited availability on shelves.

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  • New Limited-Edition Expression Finished in Sherry, Port, and Armagnac Casks Launches Nationwide
    OWENSBORO, Ky., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wheel Horse Whiskey is proud to introduce Wheel Horse Cigar Blend Bourbon, a limited-edition whiskey distilled at the historic Green River Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky.
  • Wheel Horse Whiskey is proud to introduce its Cigar Blend Bourbon, a new limited-edition whiskey.
  • This new Wheel Horse Cigar Blend Bourbon was aged over four years in its original oak barrels and then finished in a combination of Sherry, Port, and Armagnac casks for approximately 6-8 months.
  • Wheel Horse Cigar Blend Bourbon joins the Wheel Horse family of whiskies, which includes the brand's flagship 101 proof Rye and Bourbon.

Three Chord Bourbon Cements Itself as the Whiskey of Musicians and Their Fans Via Debut of the Industry's Largest Collection of Spirits and Musical Collaborators to Date

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

BUFFALO, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Chord Bourbon, the award-winning bourbon company founded by prolific producer and musician Neil Giraldo, now offers music fans the chance to buy a bespoke bottle of whiskey, custom blended in close collaboration with their favorite music artists - giving fans of the artists an opportunity for an immersive sensory experience aligned with the artist's aesthetic. The Backstage Series is just the next step in the award-winning bourbon company's mission to connect the worlds of music and whiskey, helping musicians to create new revenue streams while becoming more connected to their fans.

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  • "I'm proud of the diverse musical genres already represented by the artists we're working with in our Backstage Series, and we'll expand the collection with additional musicians.
  • We're just getting started and know we'll make an impact by expanding the connection between music artist and fan."
  • Three Chord Bourbon ( www.ThreeChordBourbon.com ) draws inspiration for these projects from founder Giraldo, who committed to developing a whiskey brand by musicians in support of musicians.
  • "It's exciting to finally see the full Three Chord vision coming to life," said Ryan Gill,
    Director of Brand Development for Three Chord Bourbon.

BAKER'S® BOURBON BRINGS ITS LEGACY TO LIFE THROUGH EXCLUSIVE ART COLLECTION

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

CLERMONT, Ky., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker's® Bourbon, an ultra-premium single barrel bourbon, is proud to unveil an original collection of five distinctive art pieces as unique as the brand and its namesake. Titled, "Made Different," the collection of hand-sculpted metal artwork was created by acclaimed metal sculptor, Barbie The Welder, who found inspiration in the individualistic spirit that she shares with former Beam family distiller Baker Beam and the single barrel bourbon named after him.

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  • CLERMONT, Ky., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker's® Bourbon, an ultra-premium single barrel bourbon, is proud to unveil an original collection of five distinctive art pieces as unique as the brand and its namesake.
  • As a single barrel bourbon, no two barrels of Baker's Bourbon are the same.
  • Crafted from repurposed metal, each elaborate, sculpted art piece in the "Made Different" collection brings to life the legacy and craftsmanship behind the Baker's Bourbon, celebrating the small details and nuances that make a masterpiece, a masterpiece.
  • Starting on November 17, fans of bourbon and art alike can find more information and purchase each piece on Barbie The Welder's website, www.barbiethewelder.com/bakersbourbon .