THE LOFTED SPIRITS ECOSYSTEM
Lofted Spirits
The modern intersection of Kentucky heritage, blending innovation, and collaborative whiskey production.
From the historic revival of Green River to the modern blending innovation of Bardstown Bourbon Company, Lofted Spirits has quietly become one of the most influential whiskey ecosystems in Kentucky.
Owned brands, collaborative distilling, private label production, and personalities like HK Young all contribute to a portfolio shaping the next generation of American whiskey.
| Bardstown | Green River | HK Young | Collaborative Distilling | Private Labels |
The Core of Lofted Spirits
Lofted Spirits operates across modern blending, heritage bourbon revival, and collaborative whiskey production. Its flagship brands showcase both ends of Kentucky whiskey’s evolution.
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Blending transparency, innovation, and modern Kentucky whiskey.
Founded in Bardstown, Kentucky, Bardstown Bourbon Company helped redefine modern American whiskey through transparent sourcing, collaborative blending, and one of the industry’s most advanced distilleries.
Under Lofted Spirits, the brand continues pushing innovation through projects like Discovery, Origin, and experimental finished releases while producing whiskey for numerous industry partners.
Green River Distillery Company
The historic revival of “The Whiskey Without Regrets.”
Originally founded in 1885, Green River Distilling Co. stands as the 10th oldest licensed distillery in Kentucky and one of bourbon’s most remarkable modern revival stories. After decades dormant, the historic Owensboro distillery returned to life under Lofted Spirits, once again producing whiskey on the same hallowed grounds where the brand originally began.
Today, Green River has earned a reputation for approachable Kentucky profiles, strong transparency, and exceptional value — from flagship releases to newer innovations like the widely praised Honey Bourbon. With locally sourced grains, onsite distillation and aging, and a growing national presence, the brand continues balancing heritage with modern accessibility remarkably well.
SPECIALTY TOASTED BOURBON BRAND
H.K. Young
Mastering layered toasted bourbon through sourcing, finishing, and barrel-forward complexity.
From bold high-rye barrels to creamy wheated toasted bourbons, H.K. Young has quickly established itself as one of the more distinctive names in modern toasted whiskey. Utilizing carefully sourced and aged stocks from producers including Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River, the brand focuses on balancing sweetness, spice, texture, and barrel influence without overwhelming the underlying whiskey.
Known for transparent barrel details, creative toasted profiles, and consistently strong single barrel selections, HK Young continues building a devoted enthusiast following through both limited releases and approachable daily drinkers.
Distilled Under Lofted Spirits
Beyond owned brands, Lofted Spirits has quietly become one of Kentucky’s most influential collaborative distillers, producing whiskey for emerging labels, specialty projects, and private brands.
Kentucky Senator
Modern sourced-and-finished bourbon brand exploring American political history through themed whiskey releases and blending projects for Kentucky (and now Louisiana) Senators.
19th Hole
A golf-inspired four-grain bourbon distilled at BBC that balances approachable Kentucky character with polished clubhouse presentation. Built around connection and post-round pours, the brand leans into easy sipping without sacrificing credibility.
High Holler Whisky
Formerly Native Spirits, High Holler Whisky focuses on Appalachian-inspired whiskey storytelling and regional identity while utilizing Lofted Spirits production capabilities
