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Matt Breese: Aug 7, 2025 10:27:26 AM
In a category where barrels tend to steal the spotlight, Venture First operates where the real structure of the whiskey industry is often forged: behind the scenes—in the capital, data, and discipline that underpin long-term growth. This isn’t just...
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Matt Breese: Aug 6, 2025 3:01:56 PM
We just got back from the International Bulk Wine & Spirits Show (IBWSS) 2025, and let’s just say — it did not disappoint.
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Matt Breese: Aug 5, 2025 4:27:26 PM
July 2025: A Pivotal Month for Whiskey and Bourbon — Realignment, Innovation, and Resilience
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Matt Breese: Jul 24, 2025 9:49:51 AM
As summer heats up, the whiskey industry continues to evolve—shaped by innovation, global expansion, and demand for aged inventory. July brought...
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Matt Breese: Jul 16, 2025 12:55:33 PM
Some brands follow the rules. Others rewrite them. Old Carter Whiskey is a standout example of the latter—producing small-batch releases that have...
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Matt Breese: Jul 12, 2025 3:33:51 PM
The global demand for whiskey continues to rise—and private labeling offers a powerful, profitable way for brands to enter or grow in the market....
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Matt Breese: Jul 12, 2025 3:26:28 PM
Bourbon, America’s native spirit, has seen an incredible surge in popularity over the last decade. The market for premium, small-batch, and craft...
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Matt Breese: Jul 12, 2025 3:25:19 PM
Aging whiskey in high-quality oak barrels is essential to developing its depth, complexity, and character. The right barrel can enhance flavor,...
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Matt Breese: Jul 11, 2025 3:08:22 PM
Kentucky bourbon is synonymous with oak-aged tradition—but Hank Ingram III is literally taking that tradition to new depths. Drawing on a rich...
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Matt Breese: Jul 10, 2025 11:33:57 AM
Distillers are often seen as artists—but underneath the surface, they’re also chemists.
