Kentucky Bourbon Release Watch: New Bottles, Limited Editions, and Official Release Announcements
Kentucky distilleries announce special bottlings throughout the year. The official sources below document 2026 releases; they do not establish which bottles remain available today.
Recent Announcements
Four Roses announced its 2026 Limited Edition Small Batch for October 10, with a suggested retail price of $249. Maker’s Mark’s 2026 Cellar Aged is listed at 112.1 proof. Woodford Reserve’s shop lists its anniversary Triple Pot Still Bottled in Bond release. Check each producer’s announcement or listing for the specific release details. Four Roses: 2026 release announcement Maker’s Mark: Cellar Aged 2026 Woodford Reserve: limited editions
What Visitors Should Know
Before making a bottle-focused trip, confirm stock, purchase limits and any ticket requirements directly with the distillery. Do not assume that a tour booking includes a limited bottle unless the experience description explicitly says so.
From Barren River Lake, build the route around the specific distillery and appointment time. Release announcements can remain online after an allocation has sold out, so recheck availability close to departure.
Planning a future RV trip with a Kentucky bourbon outing? The Resort at Barren River Lake is under construction and is not open yet. Our RV-sites-only resort is across the road from the lake, with no cabins now or planned and no direct lake access from the property. Join the waiting list for opening updates, then explore the area for ideas to include in your trip.
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