Kentucky Distillers’ Association adds Covington’s Wenzel Whiskey to its trade group
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today announced Wenzel Whiskey in Kenton County as the newest distilling member of the non-profit trade…
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As distillers set bourbon inventory, fill records, KDA warns tax structure for aging barrels must change
The number of Bourbon barrels in Kentucky reached a record 11.4 million in January. The industry marked its fourth consecutive…
Kentucky now boasts nearly 10 million aging barrels of Bourbon and distilled spirits, fuels state economy
Kentucky Bourbon continues to fuel the Commonwealth’s economy with nearly 10 million barrels of Bourbon and other distilled spirits aging…
UofL College of Business, KDA partner to increase diversity in Kentucky bourbon industry
The University of Louisville College of Business and the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) have established the Kentucky Distillers’ Association/University of…
KDA establishes annual scholars fund with UK distillation, wine and brewing studies program
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky The Kentucky Distillers’ Association is establishing a scholars program to fund scholarships aimed at…
Koenig, Schickel among legislators to receive Kentucky Distillers’ Association ‘100 Proof Award’
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association is honoring five state lawmakers with its prestigious “100 Proof Award” for their bold leadership in…
Kentucky Bourbon Affair fantasy camp canceled due to pandemic; event to resume in 2021
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association announced that it has canceled its annual Kentucky Bourbon Affair fantasy camp in 2020 due to…
KY distillers — including New Riff, Second Sight — donate nearly 125,000 gallons of hand sanitizer
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association said member distilleries have produced and donated nearly 125,000 gallons of desperately needed hand sanitizer across…
Kentucky Distillers’ Association leads coalition offering free Lyft rides during holiday season
The Safe Ride KY coalition today announced that it is offering $10,000 worth of free rides over the upcoming holidays…
September declared ‘Bourbon Heritage Month,’ celebrating Kentucky’s signature industry
September has been declared “Bourbon Heritage Month” in the Commonwealth. “As I promote Kentucky around the world, I’m frequently asked…
Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour expands with more distilleries, new look and finishing prize
Seven years ago, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association created the nation’s first and only tourism attraction to showcase its flourishing artisan…
Kentucky Bourbon Affair fantasy camp in Louisville also featured lots of Kentucky Proud products
Kentucky Bourbon fans from around the world got a taste of the state’s top agricultural offerings from local chefs at…
KY Distillers’ Association designates Bardstown as “Official Gateway to Kentucky Bourbon Trail Tour”
Known as the Bourbon Capital of the World, Bardstown is the newest Official Gateway sponsor to the world-famous Kentucky Bourbon…
New study shows Kentucky’s Bourbon Industry has doubled economic impact in ten years
Kentucky Distillers’ Association Ten years ago, leaders of Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry poured whiskey on the Capitol…
Leading whiskey distillers’ associations gathering in Kentucky for historic summit on trade issues
The world’s eight leading whiskey associations will gather in Kentucky next week for a historic summit to discuss trade issues…
Bardstown’s historic Willett Distillery promotes Britt Kulsveen to president and chief whiskey officer
BARDSTOWN, Ky. – The historic Willett Distillery, family owned and operated since its founding in 1936, has announced the promotion…
Kentucky Bourbon Affair fantasy camp to feature Kentucky Proud products, 40 events June 5-10
Kentucky Proud, which markets farm-fresh fare and ingredients from across the Bluegrass, will showcase the state’s top agricultural offerings and…
Kentucky Distillers’ Association welcomes Sparta’s Neeley Family Distillery as 35th member
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association announced Thursday that the Neeley Family Distillery in Sparta has joined its legendary ranks, as the…
Kentucky Bourbon boom adds $1 billion to state economy along with 2,000 jobs over two-year period
Kentucky’s skyrocketing Bourbon industry shows no signs of slowing down, as the signature spirit increased its economic output by $1…
Sen. Schickel receives ‘100 Proof Award’ from KY Distillers Association, Rep. Belcher also honored
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has honored Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, with its prestigious “100 Proof Award” for his leadership in…
Bourbon trailblazer Stevens recognized for role in transforming state Bourbon tourism industry
Peggy Noe Stevens, a renowned image branding consultant who has helped transform Kentucky’s Bourbon tourism industry, received the third annual…