RICHMOND, VA (December 2025) — River City Whiskey is thrilled to announce that its Kentucky Small Batch has won Double Gold, the highest possible award, and scored 96 points at the 2025 John Barleycorn Awards, a distinguished honor in the spirits industry. These prestigious international awards celebrate excellence in taste, quality, design, and marketing through blind tasting competitions judged by influential spirits journalists and experts.

“Lots to love on the nose, particularly some spiced berry compote. Traditional, spiced fruit-forward elements on the palate, a classic bourbon profile, through and through,” praised the judges about River City Whiskey’s Kentucky Bourbon Small Batch.

In addition, River City Whiskey’s Canadian Small Batch was awarded Silver, further showcasing the brand’s dedication to crafting exceptional spirits. “Complex nose with a big hit of pine turns to spicy red fruits on the palate. Flavorful and tasty!” remarked the judges.

These accolades underscore River City Whiskey’s commitment to curating bold, remarkable spirits that honor the craft and culture of whiskey. Fans eager to explore more can join the River City Barrel Collective, a membership program offering exclusive quarterly single barrel releases and early access to new offerings.

About River City Whiskey

River City Whiskey is more than just a spirits company, it’s a celebration of the stories, people, and culture that make every pour worth savoring together. Made for the people who appreciate a modern take on tradition, we hand-select the finest bourbons from passionate distillers across state lines, curating each batch with remarkable flavor. Every pour comes with a story and maybe even an inside joke, and we’re dedicated to rolling those tales of flavor into your favorite rotation.

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Keiana King  
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