Old Elk spent the summer racking up the awards, with lots of consumer buzz around Cigar Cut. Our August newsletter reflects top media hits from both Whiskey industry heavy-hitters and lifestyle megacorps, some shiny new awards from SFWSC (and more!), and lots of consumer love on social. We’re also giving you a sneak peek taste of what’s to come as we head into Fall and cooler months.

Media Buzz

• INSIDE HOOK

  The 50 Best American Whiskeys and Bourbons You Can Buy Right Now

  Old Elk was included in a roundup of the 50 Best American Whiskeys, alongside high-end favorites like Pappy Van Winkle, Maker’s Mark and Woodford Reserve.

• THE BOURBON REVIEW

  Old Elk Distillery’s 2023 Three Bottle Cask Finish Series

  Old Elk’s three bottle cask finish series was featured, with a review of each variant.

• UPROXX

  The Best Rum-Finished American Whiskeys, Ranked

  Old Elk’s Rum Cask Finished Rye was included in a roundup of the best rum-finished American Whiskeys.

• MARTHA STEWART

  How to Set Up a Self-Serve Bar for Easy Outdoor Entertaining

  Old Elk is recommended as a bourbon of choice from Martha Stewart for home bar entertainment.

NEWLY AWARDED

New product news

Introducing Cigar Cut™ Island Blend! Our second release of Old Elk Cigar Cut and crafted by our desire to extend summer as long as possible. Bottled this month and will be hitting shelves in September!

What We’re drinking

This month is peak blackberry season - it’s also a chance to celebrate one of our “OGs” at The Reserve by Old Elk Distillery, our tasting room in Fort Collins. We opened with this drink on the menu and it’s still loved today, 5 years later.