April One Bourbon

06/01/2026

REVIEW: April One Small Batch Rye

"I love a Rye whiskey that is actually a Rye whiskey. No Corn. No Wheat. Just 100% Rye. In short, this bottle exceeded my expectations."

Read the full review on Instagram. 👇

https://www.instagram.com/p/DZAf1oJls49/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

05/29/2026

We're so happy to share that our Rye has won Gold at this year's ADI competition!

🥇We’re proud to share that our brand, April One Bourbon, has earned Gold at the American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition for their Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

Seven years of patience. A rye built with structure, balance, and grit.

Read the article here: https://genuinespiritcompany.com/april-one-kentucky-straight-rye-whiskey-awarded-gold-medal-at-american-distilling-institute-international-spirits-competition/

05/15/2026

Take a sneak peek at what we're brewing up next.

05/14/2026

Meet Troy @ NASJAX Tomorrow & Taste Some April One!

This Friday, we’re bringing the spirit behind the bottle straight to NASJAX.
Join us for a Meet the Maker tasting with Troy Pepito, the force behind April One Bourbon, and raise a glass to CPO history.

📍 NASJAX
🗓 Friday, May 15th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Swing by, meet the maker, and toast our Bourbon Whiskey crafted with intention.

05/14/2026

IN‑STORE TASTING ALERT | BETHESDA NEX

Join us for an April One Bourbon tasting at the Bethesda Navy Exchange, Friday, May 15th.

📍 Bethesda Navy Exchange (NEX)
8901 Wisconsin Ave., MD.

📅 Friday, May 15th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

This is Bourbon crafted with intention—refined, bold, and built for those who chart their own course.
Stop by, taste, and honor the ritual of the earned toast.

You can’t get to a milestone without a start date. – April One.

05/14/2026

Classic, simple, refreshing, and hits every time. 🥃🍎

Pouring up a Diamondback with April One.

👇 How to make it:

• 2 oz April One Rye Whiskey
• ½ oz Yellow Chartreuse
• ¾ oz apple brandy

Stir with ice for about 20 seconds.
Strain over fresh ice.
Garnish with an apple slice.

Easy pour. Solid finish.

You can’t get to a milestone without a start date. – April One

05/08/2026

Fresh, floral, and perfect for Mother’s Day. 🍋🌸🥃

Meet the Mom’s Bouquet Cocktail with April One.

👇 How to make it:

• ¼ lemon
• 4 mint leaves
• 0.25 oz simple syrup
• 1 oz limoncello
• 2 oz April One Bourbon
• Splash of club soda

Muddle lemon, mint, and simple syrup.
Add limoncello and Bourbon, then ice and shake.
Double strain over crushed ice.
Top with club soda and garnish with edible flowers and mint.

Light sip. Thoughtful pour.

You can’t get to a milestone without a start date. – April One

05/05/2026

🎉🍋🥃 Cinco de Mayo—Bourbon style.

We’re celebrating with a Bourbon Margarita made with April One: bright, bold, and ready to toast.

👇 How to make it:
• 2 oz April One Bourbon
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• ¾ oz Grand Marnier
• ¼ oz agave or simple syrup (to taste)

Shake with ice.
Strain over fresh ice.
Rim with spice if you like a little heat.
Garnish with a fresh lime wedge.

Different spirit. Same celebration.

You can’t get to a milestone without a start date. – April One

Get your bottle at https://aprilonebourbon.com/

05/05/2026

Cinco de Mayo, but make it Bourbon. 🍋🥃
Shaking up a Bourbon Margarita with April One—bright, bold, and built to celebrate.

👇 How to make it:

• 2 oz April One Bourbon
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• ¾ oz Grand Marnier
• ¼ oz agave or simple syrup (to taste)

Shake it all with ice.
Strain over fresh ice.
Spice the rim if you’re feeling it.
Add a lime wedge garnish.

Different spirit. Same celebration.
You can’t get to a milestone without a start date. – April One

05/02/2026

🏇 Derby Day Essentials 👇

🥃 April One Kentucky Straight Bourbon
🐐 Goat Head Pourer
🌿 Classic Mint Julep Cup

Everything you need to celebrate Derby Day the right way. 🌹

Shop now at AprilOneBourbon.com