Lost Lantern, the award-winning independent bottler of American whiskey, is proud to announce its Summer 2025 Collection, celebrating the rise of estate distilleries, one of the most exciting trends in American whiskey today.
Estate distilleries—those that make whiskey using grain grown entirely on their own land—make spirits with a true sense of place, shaped by the climate, the land, and the people who steward it. While estate wineries have long been celebrated in the wine world, true estate distilleries were almost unheard of until recently. Out of more than 3,000 distilleries in the United States, only a small handful grow their own grain. Lost Lantern’s new collection fêtes four that do: Frey Ranch (NV), Corbin Cash (CA), and new partners Whiskey Acres (IL) and Far North Spirits (MN).
“Though they come from different corners of the country and vastly different climates, these distilleries share a common ethos: crafting whiskies that truly reflect the land, while also prioritizing its stewardship,” explains Lost Lantern co-founder Nora Ganley-Roper.
“It’s no surprise that all are four are founded and owned by multi-generational farming families who’ve worked their land for a century or more,” adds co-founder Adam Polonski. “Now they have found a new way to share the bounty of their land with whiskey lovers across the country.”
Rooted in that heritage and commitment to place, Lost Lantern’s Summer Collection also introduces two new estate blends, called Farmers’ Fields Bourbon and Farmers’ Fields Rye. These limited-edition blends are unique to the Collection and feature Lost Lantern’s signature navy label, denoting a multi-distillery blend, along with a color-coded strip over the closure: red for bourbon, green for rye.
The collection will be available starting Wednesday, June 25th via LostLanternWhiskey.com, Seelbachs.com, select retailers in CA, NY, MA, RI, and at the Lost Lantern Tasting Room in Vergennes, VT. All releases are non-chill-filtered, bottled at cask strength, and have no added color.
FARMERS’ FIELDS ESTATE BLENDS
Farmers’ Fields Bourbon
117.9 Proof | 428 bottles | $100
A blend of estate-grown straight bourbons from Far North (MN), Frey Ranch (NV), and Whiskey Acres (IL). Bold, rich, and earthy.
Farmers’ Fields Rye
117.4 Proof | 538 bottles | $100
A rich, spicy, fresh, and herbal whiskey made from a blend of estate-grown ryes from Corbin Cash (CA), Far North (MN), Frey Ranch (NV), and Whiskey Acres (IL).
SINGLE CASK RELEASES
Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Bourbon
125.3 Proof | 200 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100
Frey Ranch Distillery in northern Nevada is a fifth-generation family farm turned estate distillery. This straight bourbon (67% corn, 12% malted barley, 11% rye, 10% wheat) showcases rich notes of cornbread, cinnamon, and oak, with a warm, earthy palate of cherry pie and vanilla ice cream. Available exclusively in New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
Whiskey Acres Estate-Grown Illinois Straight Bourbon
118.1 Proof | 176 bottles | 5 Years Old | $100
Whiskey Acres in DeKalb, IL is a fifth-generation family farm with a focus on unique grain varietals and modern farming. This straight bourbon (75% yellow dent corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley) is bright and balanced, with notes of honeyed cornbread, nutmeg, and roasted coffee. The palate is soft and rounded, with layers of oak, spice, vanilla, and caramel.
Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Rye
118.5 Proof | 230 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100
Lost Lantern’s first Frey Ranch straight rye was made from 100% winter rye and aged in a 53-gallon barrel. It opens with bold aromas of mint chocolate brownies and warm oak, followed by a bright, fresh palate of mint chip ice cream, vanilla, and balanced oak spice. Deep, complex, and full of flavor.
Corbin Cash Estate-Grown California Straight Rye
133 Proof | 108 bottles | 7 Years Old | $130
Corbin Cash Distillery in California’s Central Valley began as a century-old sweet potato farm but always grew rye as a cover crop. This hot-climate straight rye, made from 100% Merced rye, is rich and intense, with baking spice, full oak, and notes of marzipan, golden raisin, and honey-drizzled almond cake. Perfectly balanced. Online exclusive.
Far North Estate-Grown Minnesota Straight Rye
111.5 Proof | 226 bottles | 4 Years Old | $100
Far North Spirits, the northernmost distillery in the contiguous U.S., grows rye and corn on a century-old family farm. Lost Lantern’s first MN single cask is a straight rye (65% Hazlet rye, 25% heirloom corn, 10% malted barley) with aromas of lemon bars, vanilla buttercream, and herbs. The palate is grain-forward and custardy, with layers of rye spice, pink peppercorn, and fresh grass—a classic cold-climate rye.
Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Wheat Whiskey
121.3 Proof | 233 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100
Made from 100% soft white winter wheat, this has a warm, spicy, fruity nose, with notes of cherry blossoms and spring flowers. The soft, creamy palate has hints of strawberries and cream, rounded oak, and gentle spice. Like all the best straight wheat whiskies, this is subtle and complex yet with real heft.