Awards & Accolades

Buckner's 15 Yr

Double Gold - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2025)
Gold - New York International Spirits Competition (2025)
Best in Class - American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition (2023)
Best in Category - American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition (2023)
Double Gold - American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition (2023)
Gold - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023)

Best in Show - Denver International Spirits Competition (2026) - 95 Points
Double Gold - Denver International Spirits Competition (2026)
Gold - New York International Spirits Competition (2025)
2023 World's Best Bourbon - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023)
Best in Category - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023)
Double Gold - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023)
Double Gold - American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition (2023)

Augusta Distillery - Distiller's Row 14 Year - KBF Exclusive
September 25, 2026
“At 140.2 proof, it certainly packs a punch, but still drinks under proof, in my opinion.”
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Small Batch: Best of Show & Platinum at NABWC 2026
August 10, 2026
Augusta Distillery Small Batch Bourbon Named Best of Show at 2026 North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition
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FOX 56 with Leigh & Tam
June 6, 2025
WHISKEY WEDNESDAYS FOX 56 WITH LEIGH & TAM

SEGMENT 1: We’re sitting down with the passionate team behind Augusta Distillery to hear the story of how it all began—from the first spark of an idea to crafting their very first batch. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5y7FPol3qE

SEGMENT 2:This Whiskey Wednesday, we talk with a master distiller to uncover the art and science behind crafting bourbon. From selecting the perfect grains to aging in charred oak barrels, get an inside look at the time-honored process that gives Augusta's bourbon its rich flavor and smooth finish. Source: https://youtu.be/1vLgmM7NGTA?si=pzSTWTBLrvKVWENL

More to come!
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