September 3, 2026 1:37 am

New Era Whiskey Distillery and Social Club

Photo Credit: New Era Whiskey

Looking for a new whiskey watering hole in central Kentucky? Try the New Era Whiskey Distillery and Social Club, which just opened this week in downtown Lexington, Kentucky.

Founder Zane Brammell said the New Era is the “city’s first combination distillery, gift shop, tasting room, and social club.”

“Kentucky’s signature bourbon industry is one of the many reasons we’ve been able to break our tourism record for economic impact for four straight years,” said Gov. Beshear. “I want to thank New Era’s leadership for believing in the commonwealth and the Lexington community, and I looking forward to their future success.”   

Photo Credit: New Era Whiskey

"I'm beyond excited to bring this experience to downtown Lexington. It’s hard to believe that what started as a hobby for me to help decompress from my healthcare job during COVID-19 has turned into reality.  I can't wait to welcome visitors into downtown Lexington and show them our famous Southern hospitality!" 

About New Era Whiskey 

(From the distillery) New Era is a headline-worthy whiskey that honors the traditions of craftsmanship and storytelling while moving into a new era with bold intention - a tribute to tradition reimagined for a new generation. Every pour of this cask strength single barrel whiskey is a nod to the past and the publisher of our stories today and tomorrow. The variety of bourbons and whiskeys offered is only surpassed by the countless array of ever-changing single barrel labels. New Era Whiskey has a distillery and social club that opened September 2nd in downtown Lexington, Ky. For more information visit https://www.newerawhiskey.com

"Whisky is liquid sunshine."

George Bernard Shaw

“The light music of whiskey falling into a glass – an agreeable interlude.”

James Joyce

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