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Jim Beam halts production at major Kentucky distillery for 2026 what this means for Bourbon fans

Jim Beam will stop production at its main Kentucky distillery for all of 2026 to upgrade the site and match demand. Other distilleries, bottling plants, and the visitor center will stay open. The pause comes as the bourbon industry faces high supply, falling alcohol sales, and trade challenges, while Suntory continues to own and manage Jim Beams operations in Kentucky.