Our Story

Responder Bourbon was founded by a team of police officers and business professionals dedicated to providing the finest Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey to support the 4.6 million brave men and women who serve our communities with honor, dignity, and pride. Responder Bourbon is also dedicated to their families, friends, and supporters of the First Responder Community.

Our journey began by partnering with Bardstown Bourbon Company, where we collaborated with their elite distilling team to craft a premier mash bill for our flagship spirit, Responder Bourbon 10-41. That first bottle set the standard for everything we do. Today, our lineup has grown to include 10-8 and SRT-25 labels—continuing our commitment to exceptional whiskey, with even more releases on the horizon.

We are committed to supporting charitable causes designed to aid the needs of Police, Fire, and EMS personnel and their families.

Responder Bourbon is more than a whiskey; it’s a reflection of a life lived in service. Born from the first responder community, built by those who have worn the badge, carried the shield, and stood the watch, this brand isn’t built on folklore or fantasy. It’s built on real stories, real sacrifice, and real camaraderie.