Pull up a chair and pour a glass—this week’s bourbon buzz brings a notable age-stated debut, Halloween-ready distillery lore, and a couple of stories spotlighting the people and places pushing bourbon forward. Here’s what’s new and noteworthy around the bourbon world.

New Releases

Old Dominick 8 Year Reserve Bourbon

Old Dominick just put its oldest bourbon to date into the wild, and it’s already turning heads. Breaking Bourbon’s review pegs the 8 Year Reserve as a rich, layered pour—exactly the kind of age-marked release that gets collectors and porch-sippers alike leaning in for a closer sniff.

If you’ve been waiting for Old Dominick to swing for a deeper, oak-forward profile, this might be the one to try. It’s the sort of bottle that invites a slow evening and a few friends, letting the conversation go where the whiskey takes it.

Big Events

Haunted Kentucky Distilleries: Buffalo Trace and Wild Turkey

Spooky season is back, and so are the ghost stories swirling around Kentucky’s most storied rickhouses. The Courier-Journal highlights the haunted lore tied to heavyweights like Buffalo Trace and Wild Turkey—perfect fodder for a fall road trip with a side of goosebumps.

Whether you’re in it for the paranormal tales or just the excuse to sip something special after a tour, October is a great time to experience these historic grounds. Just remember: if a barrel creaks behind you, it’s probably the angels… probably.

Company & Industry News

“Based on a true bourbon”: Distillery expands its footprint in Charlotte

From hobby project to city staple, a Charlotte distillery is steadily widening its presence, according to the Charlotte Observer. The piece tracks growth that feels familiar across bourbon right now: small teams figuring out how to scale without losing the soul that started it all.

It’s encouraging to see local whiskey scenes outside Kentucky continue to mature—more tasting rooms, broader distribution, and a deeper bench of regional flavors. Keep an eye on Charlotte; its bourbon story is starting to read like a page-turner.

Women in Whiskey: Three Leaders Shaping Kentucky Bourbon

The Courier-Journal spotlights three women steering key parts of the bourbon machine in Kentucky—from operations and logistics to brand building and beyond. It’s a welcome reminder that bourbon’s next chapter is being written by a broader mix of voices and talents.

Progress may not be overnight, but pieces like this show the momentum is real. The more diverse the leadership bench, the more interesting the whiskey—and the industry—tends to become.

That’s the pour for this week. May your glasses be full, your shelves well-curated, and your fall weekends filled with good friends and better bottles. See you back on the porch next week.

Sources

Title	Link
Old Dominick 8 Year Reserve Bourbon Review	https://www.breakingbourbon.com/review/old-dominick-8-year-reserve-bourbon
Haunted Kentucky distilleries: Buffalo Trace, Wild Turkey	https://www.courier-journal.com/story/life/food/spirits/bourbon/2025/10/06/haunted-kentucky-distilleries-buffalo-trace-wild-turkey/86422264007/
“Based on a true bourbon”: Distillery continues to make footprints in Charlotte	https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article312264342.html
Women in whiskey: 3 women leading the bourbon industry in Kentucky	https://www.courier-journal.com/story/life/food/spirits/bourbon/2025/10/06/women-leading-the-bourbon-industry-in-kentucky/75630751007/