Trackside Distilling Company Releases High Proof Founder Release

Sequel to first release blends the bold spirit of Kentucky bourbon with the thrill of the racing world.

Louisville, KY – September 3, 2025 – Trackside Distilling Company, an innovator in spirits blending and distillation, has released a High Proof version of its inaugural bottling. “Trackside Founder Release 2025” High Proof is a Kentucky bourbon crafted from a toasted chocolate malted, four-grain mash bill, aged at least five years and bottled at 107 proof. This is a limited release of 900 bottles available to the public. It will debut during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival.

Based in Crestwood, Kentucky, Trackside Bourbon is the passion project of noted Master Distiller Jade Peterson and Industry Veteran Jeremy Dever. 

“We’ve been thrilled by the response to our first bottling, the 93 proof Founder Release 2025, which is now available at more than 100 retail accounts across Kentucky and quickly selling out,” said Peterson. “As we approach the fall and holidays, we felt it was the ideal time to release the High Proof version of our first release.”

Both Trackside bourbons have also recently become available at the Frazier Kentucky History Museum gift shop. “We’re proud to be sold where so many people begin their exploration of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, and we’re looking forward to creating some exciting programs together,” said Dever.

Trackside Distilling gets its name and inspiration from one of the most iconic race tracks in the world, yet bourbon consumption is not limited to horseracing.  Dever and Peterson are eyeing future opportunities in the world of motorsports, as well as seeking inspiration from the trains that crisscross Kentucky, specifically in Oldham County. “Jade has amassed an impressive collection of whiskeys over the last decade and the potential for unique blends are nearly limitless,” said Dever. “We anticipate many more opportunities to create delicious whiskeys to Sip Trackside™.”

Founder Release 2025 High Proof Tasting Notes: 

?        Aroma: Light oak, vanilla and roasted cocoa

?        Taste: Dark chocolate, smokey oak, cherries and candied stone fruit

?        Finish: Sweet malt forward  finish with Almond, toasted sugar and hints of chocolate cherries and toasted sugar

Trackside Founder Release 2025 High Proof is a limited bottling (53.5% ABV/107 Proof) is also available at the Kentucky Artisan Distillery Gift Shop and more than 100 other retailers throughout Kentucky while supplies last. Trackside Founder Release 2025 is distributed by Heritage Wine and Spirits. SRP: $72.99

Trackside Distilling Company is a subsidiary of Just A Distiller, Enterprises, LLC.