Tales from the Hill

Episode 29: The Many Lives of a Used Barrel

Whiskey barrels can serve many different purposes. We sat down with experts to discuss what happens to our barrels once they've finished aging our distillate. Discover th

Episode 28: The Art of Barrel Finishing

In this episode, get a taste of how Heaven Hill Distillery is always looking to the future as we discuss what barrel finishing is and how we use this process to craft new

Episode 27: The Craft of Custom Barrel Making

Making an oak barrel is a process steeped in tradition and craftsmanship. We sat down with a few experts to discuss how we work with our cooperages to create barrels with

Passionate Farmers, Exceptional Whiskey

Thanks to the hard work of farmers, we're able to use high-quality grains in our Whiskeys. In this episode, we talk with Peterson Farms about what it takes to grow Whiske

It Starts With the Seed

For each annual release of Heaven Hill Grain to Glass, we hand-select a unique corn seed varietal. In this episode, we're focusing on our partnership with Beck's Hybrids

The Seed of an Idea

We know a thing or two about what it takes to craft high-quality Whiskey—namely, that you can't have quality Whiskey without quality ingredients. This episode explains ho

From Bark to Bottle

At Heaven Hill Distillery, we strive to be stewards of natural resources—which is why cork is crucial to our products. In this episode, we dive into the details, discover

Rolling for Glory

At Heaven Hill Distillery, we take barrel rolling seriously. And each year, our barrel rolling teams compete at the World Championship Bourbon Barrel Relay. Learn more ab

The Waiting Game

It's no surprise that aging is a key component of crafting high-quality American Whiskeys. And at Heaven Hill Distillery, we take aging seriously. In this episode, we exp

A Sustainable Future

At Heaven Hill Distillery, it's our job to make sure there's enough quality whiskey to be enjoyed for generations—which is why we've partnered with Independent Stave Comp

Back to Bardstown

By now, there's a good chance you've heard the big news. Earlier in 2022, we broke ground on a new, $135 million distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. It'll be a few years b

The Women of Whiskey

At Heaven Hill Distillery, we believe in preserving the traditions of Kentucky's native spirit. But we are equally committed to innovating the art form, finding new oppor

125 Years of Bottled-in-Bond

On March 3, 1897, the Bottled-in-Bond Act was signed into law and an important part of whiskey-making history was born. Now, 125 years later, it's a tradition we're proud

Let's Talk Bourbon Bunkers

The popularity of whiskey collecting has grown immensely in the past few years. Some collectors are going for sheer numbers while others are stocking their collections wi

An All-New Experience

If you've ever made a trip to Kentucky, and decided to sample some of America's native spirit, there's a good chance you visited a stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. We

The Magic of Mellow Corn

One of the most unique whiskeys in the Heaven Hill portfolio is having a moment. Whether it's the one-of-a-kind label, the rare style of Straight Corn Whiskey, or its pos

The Whiskey That Stole the Show

In 2020, something historic happened. Whisky Advocate named Larceny Barrel Proof (B520) "Whisky of the Year." But this isn't the first Heaven Hill brand or mashbill to be

The Meaning of Craft

There's been a debate among whiskey lovers for the last few years over what defines a "craft" whiskey. At Heaven Hill, expertise, attention to detail, and innovation stee

Lifting Spirits, Community Connections

Whiskey brings people together, and those connections matter when times get tough and a community faces a crisis. As Kentucky and the world dealt with the impending reali

Vintage Inspiration

Had it not been for Heaven Hill's desire to preserve the heritage of American Whiskey, many of America's historic Bourbon and whiskey brands would have faded into history