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University of Kentucky Beam Institute, partners reach success in phase one of hydrogen-based spirit production

A hydrogen-natural gas blended spirit has been distilled and barreled at the University of Kentucky’s on-site distillery.

UK’s Estate Whiskey Alliance® announces 1st awardees in research grant program

UK's Estate Whiskey Alliance® has announced the first two awardees of its research grant program.

UK Beam Institute to demonstrate hydrogen-fueled spirit production

The UK James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits and UK Center for Applied Energy Research have partnered with the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet and the State Energy Program to make the future of bourbon production more sustainable.

Turning waste into fuel: Bourbon industry offers new path for renewable energy

UK researchers are turning one of the state’s largest and fastest-growing industries into an unlikely renewable energy source.

UK’s Estate Whiskey Alliance™ organization announces founding members

The EWA global consortium will support research and education in agriculture, manufacturing and sustainability to shape the future of estate whiskey production.

Beam Institute welcomes 1st class of interns

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at UK welcomes its first class of interns this summer - a mix of students from different programs and majors.

Beam Suntory, UK advance strategic partnership: $9.3M investment for the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits

The continued partnership between Beam Suntory and UK will ensure the Institute continues to offer expertise for teaching and research.

James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits opens distillery and maturation facility on UK campus

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits officially opened its doors today, elevating the institute’s impact on research, workforce development, education and outreach.

CARERC Gives UK Researchers Tools to Uncover Safety Concerns in the Workplace

The Central Appalachian Regional Education and Research Center (CARERC) at UK is one of 18 university-based occupational safety and health training programs sponsored by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

UK Project to Improve Bourbon Barrel Manufacturing

The partnership with bourbon barrel manufacturers aims to assist in the sustainable use of white oak and improve the efficiency of barrel production.

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