Licensed John Wick Bourbon Whiskey Released in Kentucky
What happened
Barrel Global released an officially licensed Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey inspired by the John Wick film franchise. The debut expression is a seven-year-old bourbon, distilled by Bardstown Bourbon Company in Kentucky. The spirit is finished in cherry and sherry wood, referencing scenes set in Osaka, Paris, and Rome. Pre-orders for the whiskey began on November 3, 2026, with a recommended retail price of US$54.99-59.99.
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Why it matters
The release is part of a planned collection of premium spirits and establishes a new revenue stream for the John Wick franchise through licensed merchandise. The bourbon is produced in Kentucky, which could potentially increase demand for Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
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Who could feel it
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Kentucky might see increased demand for Kentucky Straight Bourbon due to the licensed product release.
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The entities involved
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Kentucky
state of the United States of America
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John Wick
role-playing game designer
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Donnie Yen
Hong Kong actor, film director and martial artist (born 1963)
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