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Explore bourbon history, Kentucky whiskey traditions, cocktail recipes,
and the pioneering legacy of Mary Dowling, the Mother of Bourbon™.

Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aging in charred oak barrels inside a rickhouse at golden hour

What Is Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey?

Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey must be aged at least two years in new charred oak barrels with no added coloring or flavoring. Learn what this designation means, how it differs from regular bourbon, and why it matters for your next pour.

Kentucky bourbon country landscape with rolling green hills, distillery buildings, and a bourbon barrel in the foreground

Kentucky Bourbon — What Makes It Special

Discover what makes Kentucky bourbon special — from limestone-filtered water and dramatic seasonal aging to the legal meaning of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Learn why 95% of bourbon comes from Kentucky and explore the state’s legendary distilling regions.