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Heaven Hill Distillery Announces Release of 2019 Parker’s Heritage Collection Limited Edition Bottling

13th edition of the annual ultra-premium release is a Heavy Char Rye Whiskey, continues the distillery’s commitment to support ALS research and patient care FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 25, 2019 As one of the only heritage distilleries to consistently produce all five styles of American Whiskey, this edition of Parker’s Heritage Collection showcases Heaven Hill’s traditional Rye Whiskey mashbill. This edition, however, differentiates itself…

AUGUST 17 LIGHTS OUT FESTIVAL CELEBRATES THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WOODSTOCK AT CASEY JONES DISTILLERY

PRESS RELEASE June 18, 2019 For immediate release The Pennyroyal Arts Council and Casey Jones Distillery announce a joint event and special performance by The Woodstock Orkestra Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 7:00pm at Casey Jones Distillery with proceeds benefiting the Pennyroyal Arts Council. The event is sponsored by Budweiser and Comfort Suites of Hopkinsville. Join the Woodstock Rock Orkestra for a spectacular…

Senators McConnell and Paul Introduce Bill to Advance Kentucky’s Signature Bourbon Industry

‘The AGED Spirits Act is a pro-growth measure that will maintain a fair footing between Kentucky’s bourbon industry and its competitors abroad…and benefit thousands of hard-working Kentuckians’ For Immediate Release, July 24, 2019 Contacts: Robert Steurer, Stephanie Penn (McConnell), Kelsey Cooper (Paul) Press release link: https://bit.ly/2y9OFVE WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced…

Limestone Branch Distillery Launches Yellowstone® Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon 2019

(Lebanon, Ky.) July 24, 2019 – Limestone Branch Distillery introduces the 2019 variety of Yellowstone® Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon, set to hit the market in August. This year’s edition includes a hand-picked selection of the most unique barrels – those hidden gems in the rick house – including barrels of extra-aged nine-year and 12-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. “I tasted many quality, mature Kentucky…

Heaven Hill Distillery Launches “Tales from the Hill” Podcast

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2019 BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distillery today launched a new podcast, “Tales from the Hill,” to share the story of Heaven Hill in a way that has never been done before. Produced by Mark Gillespie, host of the number one whiskey podcast “WhiskyCast,” Tales from the Hill takes an intimate, in-depth look at the people, places and products…

New Impact Report Highlights Distillers’ Efforts To Craft A Better Drinking Culture

For Immediate Release – July 16, 2019 FRANKFORT, Ky –Today the Kentucky Distillers’ Association released its first-ever social responsibility impact report that outlines the group’s significant progress since boosting its leadership and commitment to this top industry priority two years ago. The report, titled “Crafting A Better Drinking Culture,” reflects on the progress made with key stakeholders towards the industry’s data-driven efforts…

O.Z. TYLER TEAMS UP WITH STRUCTURIGHT TO BECOME FIRST DISTILLERY TO USE REAL TIME TECHNOLOGY TO MONITOR RICK HOUSES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Owensboro, Ky. (July 11, 2019) – In keeping true to the Distillery’s namesake, Orville Zelotes “Ty” Tyler, and his mantra “there is always a better way,” O.Z. Tyler teamed up with Louisville’s StructuRight Structural Health Monitoring Systems, to use real time technology to monitor its rick houses around the clock. Through an App-based system created by StructuRight, the Distillery will be able to continually measure distance,…

KENTUCKY BOURBON FESTIVAL® RELEASES LIMITED EDITION COLLECTIBLE

In celebration of the launch of online ticket sales and handcrafted experiences in 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 09, 2019 BARDSTOWN, KY – The Kentucky Bourbon Festival® is celebrating the launch of online ticket sales today with the release of its very first handcrafted piece of commemorative merchandise – the 2019 Official Poster. Designed and produced by local Kentucky artists, only 120 premium numbered prints…

KDA Statement on Jim Beam Warehouse Fire

For Immediate Release – July 3, 2019 “The KDA is working with Jim Beam officials as they investigate the cause of a fire at their Woodford County barrel warehouse facility. Most importantly, there were no injuries. The KDA and its members are working together to assist and support our friends at Beam.” “As the investigation is on-going, please refer to the official statement from Beam…

Press Release from Jim Beam regarding the warehouse fire in Versailles, Ky

We are thankful that no one was injured in this incident, and we are grateful to the courageous firefighters from multiple jurisdictions who brought the fire under control and prevented it from spreading. Initial reports suggest the fire resulted from a lightning strike, and we will work with local authorities to confirm the cause and to remediate the impacts. We have a comprehensive warehouse safety program…