I’m Justin Jones, founder and lead editor of ArkansasLiquor.com, an independent spirits news publication covering bourbon, whiskey, spirits retail, barrel picks, and alcohol policy across Arkansas. My work focuses on the business and culture of whiskey—from private barrel selections and allocation trends to retail pricing, distribution networks, and changing liquor laws that impact consumers and retailers. I closely follow bourbon releases, whiskey club activity, store programs, distillery developments, and regulatory issues such as interstate alcohol shipping and three-tier distribution. I provide insight on bourbon and whiskey trends, spirits retail strategy, consumer buying behavior, pricing trends, whiskey club culture, and alcohol law developments, with a strong focus on how nati...