The State of Bourbon: Trends, Tastes & the Road to 2026

Bourbon has never been bigger—but is it on solid ground?

In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob is joined once again by friend of the show Matt Carter to take a hard look at the current state of bourbon. From explosive growth and shifting consumer tastes to pricing fatigue, limited releases, and changing hype cycles, we break down where bourbon is right now—and where it may be headed next.

We discuss the biggest trends we’re seeing in 2025, ask the uncomfortable question of whether a bourbon “collapse” is coming, and share our predictions for what the bourbon world could look like in 2026.

Along the way, we crack open and taste three noteworthy releases:

• Old Grand-Dad 7 Year Bottled in Bond
• Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Bottled in Bond
• Jack Daniel’s Heritage Toasted

Is age still king? Does Bottled in Bond still matter? And what does “premium” even mean anymore?

Pour a glass and join us for an honest, no-hype conversation about bourbon’s past, present, and future.

🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders
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