Kentucky Owl is a bourbon brand with roots stretching back to 1879, when pharmacist Charles Mortimer Dedman founded the C.M. Dedman Distillery on the banks of the Kentucky River. Known as 'The Wise Man's Bourbon,' the brand carried on as a family legacy for generations, only to go dark during the Prohibition era — a silence that would last for decades. The brand remained dormant until its revival, eventually passing into the hands of fifth-generation family member Dixon Dedman before being acquired by Stoli Group in January 2017. Kentucky Owl is celebrated for its small-batch, ultra-premium approach to bourbon. The brand releases limited, numbered batches — with Batch #13 being among its most recent — that are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. Each release reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and quality that honors the brand's historic heritage. A pyramid-shaped distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, represents the brand's ambitious vision for its next chapter, though Stoli Group's 2024 bankruptcy filing has left the brand's future uncertain. Despite the corporate turbulence, Kentucky Owl has earned a devoted following and strong critical acclaim. Its numbered batch releases have consistently drawn attention from whiskey media, including coverage in Forbes and recognition from Whisky Advocate, cementing its reputation as one of America's most storied and collectible bourbon brands.