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January 10, 2018

10 YEAR SINGLE BARREL RANKS NUMBER 12

Coming in at No. 12, Rebel Yell 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was included on Whisky Advocate’s Top 20 Whiskies of the Year list. This prestigious list encompasses the highest ranked whiskies – those that are best in class for their style and that generate excitement among the whiskey community. “Stellar caramel

January 9, 2018

LUXCO® ANNOUNCES THE SALE OF CINCINNATI-BASED MEIER’S WINE CELLARS

This fall, Luxco announced the sale of Meier’s Wine Cellars to Paul T. Lux, grandson of Luxco’s founder. Paul has been the President of Meier’s Wine Cellars since Luxco’s acquisition in late 2011. “I am pleased with what Meier’s has been able to accomplish under the direction of Luxco,” said Paul. “Meier’s will continue to

January 8, 2018

LUXCO® AT LOUFEST

Once again, Pearl® Vodka was represented at LouFest in St. Louis as the festival’s official vodka sponsor. With over 30 bands across four stages, LouFest draws in more than 45,000 people in attendance over a two day span, making it one of the region’s most popular music festivals. The iconic Pearl Vodka 12’ by 12’

January 6, 2018

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: JIM MORAN, STATE MANAGER – MICHIGAN

As State Manager of Michigan, and Certified Spirits Specialist, Jim Moran oversees Luxco’s day-to-day business throughout the state. He works with Republic National Distributing Company – Luxco’s distributor partner in Michigan – to ensure it is executing on Luxco’s goals and objectives and driving business forward. Jim started as a field sales representative in 2007,

January 5, 2018

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: DONNA BLOCKSIDGE

When Donna Blocksidge joined what was then Paramount Distillers at the age of 22, she never could have predicted that 40 years later she would be the most tenured employee at the company’s Cleveland office. One of the hardest working employees at the plant, Donna is especially known for her positive attitude and eagerness to

January 4, 2018

WHISKEY TAKEOVER

This “Meet the Makers” event brought together media, distributor partners, key account owners, mixologists, and members of the United States Bartenders’ Guild (USBG) for a premium, intimate tasting experience. Signature cocktails featuring Ezra Brooks® Rye and Yellowstone® Select were also offered to give attendees a unique way to sample our whiskies. The following day, Lux

January 3, 2018

SAINT BRENDAN’S® AND EZRA BROOKS® HOLIDAY RECIPES

Holiday Spirit 2 oz. Ezra Brooks® Bourbon Cream 1 oz. Ezra Brooks 90 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 4 oz. Hot Chocolate Top with whipped cream, and enjoy!   The Irish Sweetheart 1 oz. The Quiet Man®          Blended Irish Whiskey 1 oz. Saint Brendan’s® Irish Cream 1 oz. Crème de Cacao

January 2, 2018

EXOTICO® TEQUILA BRINGS THE PARTY

If there’s one thing we know for certain, it is that Exotico® Tequila takes any experience to the next level. This year’s Day of the Dead and Halloween activations were no exception. Key accounts across the U.S. received pre-assembled Exotico kits, which were meant to provide bartenders and account owners a turn-key option for the

January 1, 2018

LUX ROW DISTILLERS™ UPDATE

Construction continues to come right along at Lux Row Distillers™, and the distillery is hoping to start producing bourbon by early 2018! The still tower window locations have all been opened up, and the wood for the roof of the still tower has been finalized. The grain bins are all in place and ready for

December 30, 2017

KENTUCKY BOURBON FESTIVAL: LUX ROW DISTILLERS™ IS ‘SET IN STONE’

Lux Row Distillers™ had a strong presence at the 2017 Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown, KY. The festivities began with a ceremony with local dignitaries, where the new distilleries in the area were included in the iconic Bardstown Bourbon Compass in the town square. Donn, Michele, and David commemorated the new distillery by proudly placing

December 29, 2017

LUXCO® IN THE COMMUNITY: TEQUILA FOR THE GREATER GOOD

Work Hard. Serve our Customers. Have Fun. Do the Right Thing. This approach to business defines the core values in which Luxco® prides itself. The careful balance of working hard to serve our customers while still having fun is something that truly sets Luxco apart. As we grow and evolve, we continue to stay true

December 28, 2017

OUR CHAIRMAN HAS SOMETHING TO SAY

I want to congratulate Chris on receiving the Paul A. Lux Award. He joins a distinguished list of past recipients including Rick Hallquist, Linda Chavez, Mark Pirtle, Jason Finke, Craig Chadbourne, Amel Pasagic, and Rob Boas. It gives me great joy to see someone arrive at Luxco® in an entry level role, and over the

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