2XO White Oak Rye Expands Nationally

Louisville, KY – June 1, 2026 – 2XO Whiskey and renowned American whiskey blender Dixon Dedman are proud to announce the national expansion of White Oak Rye (SRP $49.99/750ml), now available in 40 states. White Oak Rye (93 rating from Wine Enthusiast) joins award-winning bourbons American Oak and French Oak in the Oak Series, a trio of whiskeys showcasing Dixon’s pioneering blending process in which every 2XO expression undergoes additional oak exposure.

Dixon is well known for his rye blending prowess, receiving high accolades and ratings for previous ryes blended for Kentucky Owl, a brand started by his great-great grandfather and relaunched by Dixon in 2014. 2XO White Oak Rye features a bold 95% rye mash bill, elevated through Dixon’s proprietary double-oak technique where he introduces additional charred American white oak to straight rye barrels, intensifying the maturation process.

“After releasing American Oak and French Oak bourbons, rye was the next natural addition to our ongoing Oak Series,” says Dixon. “I’ve always enjoyed working with a high rye mash bill, and with White Oak Rye, that signature pepper comes through, along with sweeter notes from the double oak exposure during maturation.”

White Oak Rye joins American Oak Bourbon (97 points and Double Gold Medal winner from the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition) and French Oak Bourbon (94 points and Gold Medal winner from the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition) in the Oak Series, a collection of everyday offerings where Dixon matches the profile of each batch for consistent taste and character. White Oak Rye features notes of pine, mint, cedar, and peppery spice, balanced with sweeter barrel notes from the additional charred white oak introduced toward the end of maturation. It’s best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail.

All 2XO whiskeys are crafted in partnership with Prestige Beverage Group, an industry-leading importer and brand innovator of award-winning wine and spirits. Together, Dixon and Prestige Beverage Group aim to offer the most unique, sought-after whiskey blends available to spirits enthusiasts everywhere. Learn more about 2XO at @2xowhiskey on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

About 2XO:

2XO Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was created by renowned American whiskey blender Dixon Dedman. Dixon grew up on the Kentucky whiskey trail, infusing the learnings from industry legends with his culinary expertise from running his family’s business, the famed and James Beard award-winning Beaumont Inn. He was originally known for his high-proof, robust Kentucky Owl Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskey blends, a brand he relaunched in 2014 from his great-great grandfather, C.M. Dedman, after it went dark in 1916 around the time of Prohibition.

2XO, meaning Two Times Oak, refers to Dixon’s pioneering blending process in which every 2XO expression undergoes additional oak exposure. The additional oak interaction builds the sweetness and balances the spice derived from the rye-forward mash bills, creating a unique combination of intense flavors, character, and complexity with each expression.

The 2XO brand consists of an everyday blend offering (Oak Series), a series of limited-time, small-batch blend offerings (Icon Series), and a series of single-barrel releases (Gem of Kentucky). Dixon’s blends have garnered awards and recognition, earning their place among the finest American whiskeys in recent memory. He has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Robb Report, Esquire, Food and Wine, Playboy, Maxim, Garden & Gun, Whisky Advocate, and more.

About Prestige Beverage Group:

Prestige Beverage Group is a leader in the alcoholic beverage space, developing and importing a global portfolio of wine and spirits brands to provide consumers with a diverse range of innovative, quality products. Founded in 1974, Minnesota-based Prestige Beverage Group encompasses a portfolio of world-renowned brands including 2XO Whiskey, Windsor Canadian, Il Tramonto Limoncello Liqueur, Kinky Liqueur, Risata Wines, Yes Way Rosé, and Doña Paula Wines.