Bourbon Pursuit

• TWiB: Japan’s Kirin Holdings puts Four Roses for sale, Big Thirst and Pour Now launch new AI platform, Hardin’s Creek releases new Warehouse Series

  It's This Week in Bourbon for October 31st 2025. Japan’s Kirin Holdings has put Four Roses up for sale, Big Thirst and Pour Now have partnered to launch an AI-driven e-commerce platform for the alcohol industry, and Hardin’s Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is releasing the Warehouse Series. Show Notes: Castle & Key Distillery named Sherrie Moore, a veteran with five decades of experience who started at Jack Daniel's, as its new Whisky Plant Manager Heritage Distilling is closing five retail tasting rooms to focus on high-margin contract production and DtC, aiming to reduce expenses by over $5 million Japan’s Kirin Holdings put its Four Roses bourbon brand up for sale, with a $1 billion valuation expected, to focus on healthcare Green River Distilling Co. is offering free, personalized labels for their bourbon bottles as a holiday gift to customers Big Thirst and Pour Now launched an AI-driven e-commerce platform uniting online sales channels for the alcohol industry Frank August released CASE STUDY: 06 | LEGACY RESERVE, a multi-award-winning, blended 8-to-10-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Hardin’s Creek released the Warehouse Series, a three-part, 11-year-old collection highlighting the impact of different aging microclimates Rare Character Whiskey launched the inaugural annual release of Old Cassidy 2025, a cask-strength blend with an 18-year-old Kentucky bourbon base Alan Jackson’s Silverbelly Whiskey is expanding with the limited-edition "Last Call" straight bourbon, commemorating his 67th birthday and final concert Bluegrass Distillers released the limited 9-year single barrel Elkwood Reserve bourbon (inspired by Thorpedo Anna), with 50% of profits benefiting the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund James B. Beam Distilling Co. introduced Knob Creek 21 Year Old at $249.99, the oldest expression in the brand’s history Ross & Squibb Distillery brought back the limited-edition Remus Gatsby Reserve, a 15-year, 102.8-proof bourbon with Art Deco packaging Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 538 - Is Kentucky's Bourbon Crown Under Threat? The Rise of Regional Whiskey

  Is Kentucky’s bourbon crown finally under threat? That’s the question we're tackling today, because there is a shift happening in the world of American whiskey right now. While the Bluegrass State still has its grip on the market, the surging production in states like New York, Texas, and Colorado is raising the question: Are we seeing something that could actually rival Kentucky's dominance? We dive into the real challenges facing out-of-state distillers, discussing how community support, innovative marketing, and consistent quality are their most powerful tools but, it’s an uphill battle as craft distillers try to gain recognition against the established giants. What do you think? Is the whiskey map is being redrawn? Show Notes: Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick explore the emergence of regional whiskeys Discussion on the impact of local pride on market dynamics Examination of the celebrity whiskey trend and its influence on consumer choices Insights on grain selection and fermentation in diverse distilleries Success stories from regions like Iowa, Texas, and Colorado The role of branding and packaging in shaping craft whiskey's appeal The influence of competitions on the perception of whiskey quality Why Kentucky remains the gold standard in whiskey Future projections for regional whiskey brands in a changing consumer landscape Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Whiskey Quickie: Bardstown Bourbon Co. Hokkaido Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish Whiskey Review

  On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Co. Hokkaido Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish Whiskey. This 9-18 year old whiskey is is 109.3 proof and $100 MSRP (375 ml). Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please drink responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• TWiB: Sazerac invests more than $38 million to expand, 2025 Craft Spirits Data Project results are in, Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Special Release

  It's This Week in Bourbon for October 24th 2025. Sazerac is investing more than $38 million to expand its bottling and production, 2025 Craft Spirits Data Project results are in, and it’s not surprising, and Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye.Show Notes: Jefferson’s Bourbon launches "Tradition in the Breaking" campaign with actor Taylor Kitsch to highlight its unconventional approach Sazerac is investing over $38 million to expand its bottling and production capacity in New Albany, Indiana, to meet demand for spirits like Fireball Wholesalers criticize California's new spirits DtC shipping bill, which allows out-of-state craft distillers to ship to the state under a temporary 1-year permit New data from the ACSA shows a second consecutive year of decline for the craft spirits market, with drops in sales volume, value, and employment New Riff and Chattanooga Whiskey debut The Confluence Project, a collaboration featuring two unique Straight Wheat Whiskeys from a single shared mashbill High n' Wicked releases Warlander Blended Straight Whiskey, a 99-proof blend of Kentucky Straight Rye and Bourbon re-barreled for deeper integration Jack Daniel's unveils Single Barrel Special Release Tanyard Hill Rye, a Barrel Proof Tennessee Rye ranging up to 148.8 proof Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 537 - The Engineering Behind The New Heaven Hill Springs Distillery with Conor O Driscoll

  If there's one distillery that truly feels like a cornerstone of the bourbon world, it has to be Heaven Hill. From Evan Williams to Elijah Craig to Larceny, their portfolio is an absolute institution. And with their 90th anniversary upcoming, there's no better time to get a look at the past, present, and future of this bourbon powerhouse. We're sitting down with Conor O' Driscoll, the Master Distiller at Heaven Hill. He's taking us on a journey through the company's remarkable history, from its founding in 1935 to its massive expansion with the new Heaven Hill Springs Distillery, capable of pumping out 1,500 barrels a day. Conor talks to us about how every facet of the new distillery was planned from fermentation techniques to how they will continue to innovative with their Grain to Glass series. We also get into the latest market trends, including if Conor thinks barrel proof expressions are on the decline. Show Notes: Conor's insights on Heaven Hill's 90-year legacy and the future of the family business Overview of the new Heaven Hill Springs distillery and production advancements Highlights of the Grain to Glass program and its unique mash bills Discussion on modern bourbon trends and the rise of barrel-proof spirits Humorous takes on celebrity culture and children's views of the whiskey industry Conor's vision for Heaven Hill's future, focusing on quality and sustainability Support this podcast on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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