Gifts for Bourbon Lovers: Best Picks from a Distillery

A short, honest gift guide for bourbon lovers, with picks straight from our distillery floor: signed bottles, award winners, tours, and barrels.
Southern Kentucky Distillery Earns Gold at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Short answer: Southern Kentucky Distillery won big at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Groovy Voodoo Peanut Butter Whiskey and Turby’s Rye Cask Proof Cherrywood Bourbon both took Gold. Mad Monkey, Slate Fork Moonshine, and Turby’s Rye 90 added Silver and Bronze honors. Every bottle is made right here in Burkesville, Kentucky. Key Takeaways […]
How to Drink Bourbon

How to Drink Bourbon: 5 Ways to Enjoy It (Even If You’re New) | Southern Kentucky Distillery Southern Kentucky Distillery Home › Blog › How to Drink Bourbon How to drink bourbon is one of those questions that sounds like it should have a complicated answer. It doesn’t. The best way to drink bourbon is […]
Rye vs Bourbon: What’s the Difference? A Distiller’s Take | Southern Kentucky Distillery

Rye vs Bourbon: What’s the Difference? A Distiller’s Take | Southern Kentucky Distillery Southern Kentucky Distillery Home › Blog › Rye vs Bourbon Rye vs Bourbon: What’s the Real Difference? By Southern Kentucky Distillery | Burkesville, Kentucky | Updated May 2026 Rye vs bourbon. Two American whiskeys that look almost identical in the glass, share […]
What Is Bourbon Made From?

What Is Bourbon Made From? A Kentucky Distiller Explains | Southern Kentucky Distillery Southern Kentucky Distillery Home › Blog › What Is Bourbon Made From? What Is Bourbon Made From? A Kentucky Distiller Breaks It Down By Southern Kentucky Distillery | Burkesville, Kentucky | Updated May 2026 What is bourbon made from? If you’ve ever […]
The American Vodka Renaissance is Here

American vodka has come a long way since the days when Russian and Swedish brands dominated every bar shelf. Today, craft distilleries across the United States are proving that the best vodka in the world doesn’t need to come from Eastern Europe.
American Vodka: Made in Kentucky

Try American Vodka from SKD—Ancient Sun Vodka. Pure, smooth, and made in Kentucky. Order now for the best American vodka experience. Book a tasting today!
Turby’s Cherrywood Bourbon – Aged Perfection

Turby’s Cherrywood Bourbon—a handcrafted tribute blending Tennessee tradition with Kentucky bourbon craftsmanship.
Moonshine Flavors: 7 Sweet Kentucky Flavors You Need to Try | SKD

From Dingleberry to Green Apple and Strawberry Lemonade — explore Slate Fork Moonshine flavors, cocktail recipes, and how to order. Made in Burkesville, KY.
Kentucky Moonshine – History and Folklore

The history of Kentucky moonshine is deeply intertwined with the cultural and economic fabric of the Appalachian region. Read about the rich history.