Cohiba Introduces Riviera Toro Tubo

Pope Francis dies at 88 and we tell the story of Father Jim Sichko gifting rare bottles of Willett Bourbon Whiskey and 23-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon Whiskey to the Holy Father. Signed by the Pope and auctioned for charity, these bottles reflect a memorable Kentucky Bourbon and Vatican connection

Maker’s Mark releases Star Hill Farm Whisky, its first wheat whisky and first new mashbill since the distillery’s founding over 70 years ago.

Buffalo Trace begins recovery efforts after historic flooding in Frankfort, KY. Bottling lines are preparing to restart and barrel inspections are underway. Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley tells us more. Floodwaters have now receded, and drone footage from April 11 shows major improvement compared to the April 7 peak.

Graeter’s and New Riff launch Bourbon Ball Ice Cream made with a hand-selected single barrel bourbon whiskey. A rich, boozy dessert now shipping nationwide and arriving in scoop shops and select grocery stores in April.

Floodwaters have receded 95% at Buffalo Trace Distillery, allowing full building access for the first time since the flood. Damage is widespread across campus. The condition of the bourbon barrels remains unknown. More updates coming Friday.

Kentucky Derby style and what to wear in 2025: Churchill Downs releases its official Style Guide by Zanna Roberts Rassi featuring fashion trends and Kentucky Derby hats.

2XO and blender Dixon Dedman release The Vinyl Blend, a limited Kentucky bourbon inspired by classic vinyl and crafted with two proprietary mash bills.

Shaboozey to headline FanDuel’s invite-only Kentucky Derby party on Friday, May 2nd at Paristown Arts and Entertainment District in Louisville, Kentucky; includes a $100K donation to Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.

Kentucky Derby party recipes from Chef Weissman and Churchill Downs, including free recipes like Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits, Derby Mac & Cheese, and a Boulevardier Negroni.