Bardstown Bourbon Company
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Bardstown Bourbon Company

BARDSTOWN BOURBON COMPANY: THE FUTURE OF KENTUCKY BOURBON

History

Founded in 2014 in the heart of Bardstown, Kentucky, Bardstown Bourbon Company has rapidly become one of the most influential and respected names in modern American whiskey. Often referred to as “The Napa Valley of Bourbon,”the distillery was built with a clear vision: to blend tradition with innovation, transparency, and collaboration.

In just over a decade, Bardstown Bourbon Company has transformed from an ambitious startup into one of the most awarded distilleries in the world, redefining how premium bourbon is made, blended, and presented. Its state-of-the-art campus, cutting-edge distillation practices, and open-source approach to blending have earned global admiration from critics, collectors, and enthusiasts alike.

Distilling Process

Bardstown Bourbon Company operates one of the most technologically advanced distilleries in Kentucky. Using custom-designed column stills, precision fermentation controls, and full mash bill transparency, the distillery produces bourbon with remarkable consistency and depth.

A defining hallmark of Bardstown is its blending-first philosophy — combining their own distillate with expertly sourced mature whiskey to create layered, complex expressions. Barrels are aged in traditional Kentucky rickhouses and carefully selected for balance, structure, and flavour intensity before bottling.

What Makes Bardstown Unique and Revered

Bardstown Bourbon Company stands apart for its innovation, transparency, and blending mastery. Unlike traditional distilleries that rely on a single house style, Bardstown treats bourbon like fine wine — blending different mash bills, ages, and origins to achieve exceptional complexity.

Their Discovery Series has repeatedly been named among the best whiskies in the world, while the Fusion Seriesdelivers unmatched value and approachability. Limited collaborations and experimental releases further cement Bardstown’s reputation as one of the most forward-thinking bourbon houses of the modern era.

Master Distiller & Team

has a key blending figure in Dan Callaway, who was promoted to Master Blender at its parent company in May 2025, overseeing Bardstown's innovative releases while also working alongside Master Distiller Steve Nally. Callaway, known for creativity, manages the cutting-edge distillery's whiskies, including unique finishes, alongside the legendary Nally, a Bourbon Hall of Famer from Maker's Mark.

Signature Whiskeys

Fusion Series – Seamlessly blended, approachable, modern bourbon with depth and balance.

Discovery Series – Bold, high-proof, world-class blends featuring some of the finest aged bourbons and ryes available.

Origin Series – Fully Bardstown-distilled bourbon and rye showcasing transparency and classic Kentucky character.

Collaborative & Limited Releases – Experimental, rare, and highly collectible expressions crafted with renowned producers and brands.

 


 

Awards & Recognition

  • World’s Best Bourbon – World Whiskies Awards (Discovery Series)

  • Best New World Whiskey – Multiple International Competitions

  • Top 20 Whiskies of the Year – Whisky Advocate

  • Multiple Double Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Bardstown Bourbon Company is consistently recognised as one of the most awarded modern distilleries on the planet.

For the Bourbon Brothers Collection

Bardstown Bourbon Company represents the future of Kentucky bourbon — bold, transparent, innovative, and highly collectible. From Fusion to Discovery and Origin, these whiskies offer extraordinary quality for newcomers, enthusiasts, and serious collectors alike.

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