Roaming Road Spirits Sees Success, Growth In Its Continued Expansion

Formally established in 2024 by Gilmore, his process by which spirits are selected has its roots further back in his history. Looking to lead a quieter life after a career in law enforcement, he acquired a liquor store in a rural part of Wyoming in 2007, growing his experience and knowledge over the years as he entered the world of barrel selections. His success in this space, including choosing an extraordinary Four Roses OESO 13-year-old Bourbon in 2016 that won top prize at a special charity tasting event, helped set the stage for people to journey to him to select from his ever-evolving collection of single-barrel offerings.

Gilmore spends many months out of the year “roaming” to places where he can find unique single-barrel picks. His thoughtful consideration of what to choose has brought a high degree of success to his way of approaching selections, winning him not only a growing fan base but also praise from spirits media and influencers alike. Rum Revival nominated Roaming Road for Bottler of the Year 2024, for example, and DrinkHacker named the Roaming Road Spirits 17 Year Belize Rum #6 on its top 10 Rums of 2024 list.

The offerings Roaming Road brings to the market vary as the year goes along, and his single-barrel picks remain in stock. For 2025, Gilmore has among his current releases Rums ranging in age from 11 to 18 years and heralding from locations like Mauritius, Jamaica, Spain, Barbados, Thailand, and more. He is also showcasing some unique Irish Whiskeys, aged five to seven years and finished in different types of sherry casks, and a few Cognacs and Armagnacs of extremely high quality.

“This year, we’ve had the opportunity to introduce some of our most exciting bottlings yet,” said Gilmore. “Each release reflects our ongoing commitment to sourcing rare, single-cask spirits that embody both quality and character. The diversity in our current lineup - from the bold, tropical notes of our Jamaican casks to the nuanced, aged Rums out of Spain, Thailand, El Salvador, and Dominican Republic - really showcases the spectrum of flavor and craftsmanship we aim to deliver with every bottle.”

In terms of domestic market growth, Roaming Road is entering a number of new regions in the United States with its selections, including Florida, New York, Maryland, California, and Chicago. This is joined by launching into international expansion through Roaming Road Spirits International Limited, a new venture based in Dublin, Ireland, that aims to bring Bourbons and Rye Whiskeys finished in Irish Whiskey casks to the UK and Irish markets for an “American-Irish connection.” As part of this, Roaming Road will be featured at the U.S. Embassy in Dublin during its 4th of July Celebration on July 3rd. Plans are also in the works to begin offering Rums in London, and expanding to 10 more European countries over the next year.

“2025 has been a year of Global Expansion, U.S. Growth, and Discovery for Roaming Road Spirits,” noted Gilmore.  “We’ve reached new enthusiasts and collectors, and it’s been rewarding to see the appreciation for the unique stories and profiles our selections offer. The reception from the spirits community continues to inspire me, and I'm motivated to keep seeking out exceptional spirits that deserve a place in the spotlight.” 

All the spirits in the Roaming Road domestic line are stored and bottled at Bardstown Bourbon Company in Bardstown, Kentucky, while those for international distribution are being handled by a strategic distillery partner in Ireland. For more information on Roaming Road Spirits, and to acquire a bottle of one of its unique single-barrel offerings, please visit its website.

About Roaming Road

Roaming Road Spirits is not just a brand; it's a philosophy. With a unique and adventurous motto,” We Go Where The Spirit Takes Us,” Founder Mike Gilmore has built a highly-regarded brand that constantly searches for the best single-cask spirits, regardless of geographical boundaries. This passion project of Mike’s is not about highlighting every barrel selection out there but about identifying those of the highest quality that fit his mission. This distinct point of view gives Roaming Road unparalleled access to an extremely deep and ever-growing catalog of expressions, inviting you to join in the adventure.