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Ever wonder what the most popular bourbon is in Mississippi? We have the Top 10 list
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Mississippi continues to get into the bourbon business with places such as Rich Grain in Canton and Old Soul, a member of the Cathead family, in Jackson jumping into the business.
There are even plans for a new distillery in Rosedale in the Mississippi Delta as Jack White and his wife Elizabeth are pouring $17 million to redevelop historic buildings to create Rosedale Distilling Company.
A small distillery on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Crittenden Distillery, has become known as the only Mississippi bourbon that is 100% Mississippi made and it is the top seller if Mississippi as a Mississippi bourbon.
But these are not the top sellers of bourbon overall in the state.
The best selling bourbons aren’t necessarily the most sought after like a Pappy Van Winkle or EH Taylor which can be hard to find and in many cases very expensive.
According to the Mississippi Department of Revenue, here are the top 10 bourbons sold in Mississippi in January 2025. All of these brands have multiple versions of their products. These are the best-selling in Mississippi.
Note that some on the list might not be considered bourbons by some purists, but the state of Mississippi classifies these together as bourbons.
1. Jack Daniels Black Label
This is made at the Jack Daniels Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee. It is considered a sipping whiskey at 80 proof and sells for around $25.
2. Jim Beam
This is made at the Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. It is an 80-proof whiskey and can be bought for around $20. It is usually a 4-year-old whiskey.
3. Evan Williams Black Label
This is made at Heaven Hill distillery in Louisville. It is a non-age stated whiskey and bottled at 86 proof. It can be purchased for around $20.
4. Maker’s Mark
Maker’s Mark is made at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky. It’s bottled at 90 proof and can be purchased for around $25.
5. Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve is made at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky. It is bottled at 90 proof and can be purchased for $25-$30.
6. Four Roses
This is made at the Four Roses Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Four Roses is bottle at 80 proof and can be purchased for around $20.
7. Gentleman Jack
Gentleman Jack is made at the Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg, Tennessee. It is 80 proof and can be purchased for around $20.
8. Kentucky Tavern
Kentucky Tavern bourbon is made at the Barton Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. The Sazerac Company, which also owns Buffalo Trace, owns the brand. It is 80 proof and can be purchased for around $20.
9. George Dickel
George Dickel is made at the Cascade Hollow Distillery in Tullahoma, Tennessee. It is bottled at 80 proof and can be bought for around $20.
10. Wild Turkey 101
Wild Turkey is made at the Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. It is bottled at 80 proof and can be bought for around $20.
Ross Reily is a writer for the Clarion Ledger, part of the USA TODAY Network. He can be reached at rreily@gannett.com or 601-573-2952. You can follow him on the X platform, formerly known as Twitter @GreenOkra1.
Ferris, West to discuss Mississippi folk artists at UM Museum
Published 6:30 am Thursday, June 4, 2026
The University of Mississippi Museum will host “A Conversation with Bill Ferris & Milly West” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on June 17.
A reception will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the talk at 6 p.m.
The program will feature Bill Ferris, founding director of the Center for Southern Studies, author, scholar and folklorist, in conversation with photographer and former Southside Gallery owner Milly West, discussing “Mississippi Self-taught and Folk Artists in the Museum Collections.”
The discussion will explore the creativity, ingenuity and cultural storytelling of self-taught and folk artists represented in the museum’s collection. Ferris and West both had personal relationships with many of the artists and will share stories and insights into their artistic inspirations and processes.
Through paintings, sculpture, textiles, carvings and mixed-media works, the pair will examine how artists working outside traditional academic training have shaped the art and visual culture of the American South.
Among the artists discussed will be Luster Willis, whose work is currently featured in an exhibition at the museum. Most of the pieces on display were gifted to the museum by Ferris. Other artists highlighted during the conversation will include Sulton Rogers and Theora Hamblett.
Following the arguments, students questioned the judges about their careers and the responsibilities of serving on the appellate court.
Alfred Galtney, Alcorn State University compliance officer and a member of the academy’s planning committee, said the experience helped students understand the role law plays in everyday life.
“I hope they’ll get an understanding of how law impacts society and the important role lawyers play in our everyday lives,” Galtney said.
Several students said the event strengthened their interest in legal careers.
Layla Woods, an incoming junior at Franklin County High School, said the program encouraged her to continue pursuing her goals of attending law school. Izzy Turner, who will enter the 10th grade at Franklin County High, said watching the proceedings helped her better understand the seriousness and importance of the legal system. Turner plans to major in psychology before attending law school.
Kavion Curtis Jr., enrolled at Natchez Early College at Co-Lin, said his interest in law stems from a love of debate and courtroom advocacy.
“I’ve always loved courtroom shows and how professional lawyers are,” Curtis said. “I have a passion for debating, and I hope to become an attorney and eventually a judge.”
The Court on the Road program is designed to bring the appellate court process directly to communities across Mississippi while educating students about careers in law and public service.
The Miss-Lou Pre-Law Academy is organized by a committee made up of school counselors, judges and community leaders.
They are Maggie Allgood, Adams County Christian School Counselor; Tennecia Barber, Vidalia High School Counselor; Jennifer Beach, Cathedral High School Counselor; Walt Brown, Adams County Court Judge; Ikeecia Colenburg, Attorney; Penny Daggett, Delta Charter School Counselor; Christina Daugherty, Sixth District ADA; E. Vincent Davis, 17th District Chancery Court Judge; Carmen Drake, Sixth District Circuit Judge; Courtney Fleming, Jefferson County High School Counselor; Alfred Galtney, Alcorn State University Compliance Officer; Aimee Guido, Natchez Inc; Anthony Heidelberg, Attorney; Angela James, Natchez High School Career Coach and Nicole McLaughlin of the Mississippi Bar Association.
Private high schools in Mississippi are receiving an enrollment multiplier for their respective sports teams.
The MHSAA announced on June 2 that it will apply a 1.5 multiplier to private schools enrollment for grades 9-11. The multiplier will go into effect during the 2027-28 sports season, when the MHSAA implements its new reclassification.
The MHSAA board voted on the motion, which passed.
“There’s always been a question of why our state does not have a multiplier from private schools that are in our association,” MHSAA Executive Director Rickey Neaves said in a statement. “So beginning with the next reclassification year, there will be a 1.5 multiplier added to all private schools that are currently in our organization. And to any of those that may be wanting to join our association.”
The change will affect private schools in all classes and will not affect schools for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Private schools around the state currently fluctuate through classes 1A-3A.
“We’re the only state in our section that does not have a multiplier of some kind,” Neaves said. “This was done because private schools, it is perceived, can control what classification they’re in by limiting the number of people that attend there. Also for the competitive and fair play advantage.”
Presbyterian Christian is the most recent private school to switch from MAIS to MHSAA, after making its MHSAA debut in 2025. The Bobcats recently won the MHSAA Class 3A baseball title.
In other sports during the 2025-26 year, Our Lady Academy won a Class 3A volleyball title and has the most MHSAA volleyball championships with 18. St. Stanislaus claimed a 3A boys basketball championship and St. Patrick won the Class I boys and girls soccer titles. Presbyterian Christian also won the 3A boys and girls tennis titles, while Sacred Heart won in Class I.
There are currently 10 private schools in the association.
Michael Chavez covers high school sports, among others, for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at mchavez@gannett.com or reach out to him on X @MikeSChavez or Facebook at Michael Chavez.
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