In this week's news, Kentucky lawmakers are proposing a major overhaul of alcohol taxes, Illinois could lower its DUI threshold to 0.05, Hotaling shuts down distilling in San Francisco, and the World Whiskies Awards name their 2026 America winners. Plus, a new Louisville whiskey venture and a Bardstown lawsuit. Here’s what you need to know this week!

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King of Kentucky goes Small Batch for the first time, Buffalo Trace turns up the volume on Traveller Whiskey with a 121-proof release, and Michter’s ships the ultra-rare 2025 Edition of Celebration Sour Mash. Plus, new Bottled-in-Bond releases from Kentucky Artisan Distillery, a unique Cabernet Sauvignon finish from Woodford Reserve, a new Rye from Lost Lantern, a limited edition from Buzzard’s Roost, a high proof wheated bourbon from Green River, a nationwide release from Shortbarrel and a new subscription service from Frey Ranch. Tune in for all the details!

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This week's Bourbon and Distillery News covers Gallo's acquisition of Four Roses, WhistlePig's new CEO, Barrell Craft Spirits' facility sale, Uncle Nearest's receivership update, Kentucky bourbon's economic impact, Bourbon Women's 15th anniversary, Misunderstood Whiskey's charitable campaign, McTavish Spirits' partnership with DMY Brands, and Washington's move toward a 0.05% DUI limit.

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