Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Mars Whisky Collaboration Limited Edition Blend of Kentucky Straight Whiskey and Single Malt Japanese Whisky (2026) 37.5cl

Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Mars Whisky Collaboration Limited Edition Blend of Kentucky Straight Whiskey and Single Malt Japanese Whisky (2026) 37.5cl

Bottle signed by Steve Nally at Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2026 where this bottle was released. A very unique creation that works fantastically well. Bourbon and Japanese whisky together? Not just any JP whisky but Mars who are a powerhouse of creation including hyperaged whisky from the Tsunuki distillery in the southernmost part of Japan, Kagoshima. We have tried this and it works! 

Our collaboration with Mars Whisky celebrates the boundless potential of bourbon when curiosity crosses borders. A bespoke blend of rare American Bourbon and Japanese single malt from Komagatake and Tsunuki distilleries was assembled in barrel and aged together for one year. The result — notes of caramelized plum, baked cherry, roasted malt and toasted oak — is something neither tradition could have produced alone.

Double Gold Winner - 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

The Composition

Kentucky - Corn 74% / Rye 18% / Malted Barley 8% - 10 Years 

Kentucky - Corn 75% / Rye 13% / Malted Barley 12% - 16 Years

Komagatake - 5 Years - Malted Barley 100%

Tsunuki - 5 Years - Malted Barley 100%

About Bardstown Bourbon Company

Bardstown Bourbon Company is a modern, innovative bourbon distillery in Kentucky, known for its collaborative distilling, cutting-edge production, and premium whiskey offerings.

Bardstown Bourbon Company (BBCo) was founded in 2014 by Peter Loftin, a telecommunications entrepreneur, with a vision to create a modern bourbon distillery that combined transparency, technology, and collaboration with traditional craftsmanship. Loftin assembled a team of industry veterans, including Steve Nally, David Mandell, Dan Callaway, and John Hargrove, to establish a distillery capable of producing both proprietary and custom mash bills for other brands. The company officially began producing bourbon in 2016.

Headquartered in Bardstown, Kentucky, BBCo sits on over 100 acres of active farmland near the town’s historic downtown. The distillery features a modern, glass-forward design with state-of-the-art equipment, including three large Vendome copper column stills and 36,000-gallon fermenters, allowing precise control over fermentation, distillation, and aging processes. The facility also includes a full-service restaurant, bar, and a vintage spirits library, offering visitors a Napa Valley-style experience on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

BBCo is renowned for its collaborative distilling program, which allows over 30 spirits brands to develop custom mash bills, fermentation styles, barrel specifications, and aging techniques. The distillery operates dozens of mash bills simultaneously, using advanced software called Ignition to monitor and control production in real time. This approach enables the creation of unique, high-quality bourbon expressions while maintaining consistency and precision.

The company produces a range of bourbons, including its Origin Series, which represents BBCo’s proprietary lineup. Its portfolio emphasizes innovation through unique barrel finishes, small-batch explorations, and blending techniques that highlight complex flavor profiles. BBCo also offers curated tasting experiences at its distillery and Louisville tasting room, showcasing both flagship and experimental expressions.

Bardstown Bourbon Company has received significant industry recognition, including being named 2023 Worldwide Whiskey Producer of the Year by the International Wine & Spirit Competition and producing some of the highest-rated bourbons globally. The company is celebrated for pushing the bourbon industry toward greater innovation, transparency, and collaboration.

From our glass rickhouses to our collaborative approach with legendary distillers, every bottle tells a story of craftsmanship, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

54.9% ABV

75cl