Overview
Ezra Brooks is a bourbon and rye whiskey brand in the Lux Row Distillers portfolio. Produced by Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky, Ezra Brooks is known for accessible Kentucky straight bourbon, charcoal-filtered character, and a growing lineup that ranges from everyday bottles to higher-proof and limited releases.
The brand sits alongside Rebel, David Nicholson, Daviess County, and Blood Oath as one of Lux Row’s core whiskey families. Ezra Brooks gives the portfolio a traditional bourbon identity with broad retail appeal and multiple proof options.
Brand History
Ezra Brooks was introduced in the twentieth century and developed a reputation as a value-oriented Kentucky bourbon brand. Under Luxco and Lux Row Distillers, the brand has been modernized and expanded into a larger family of bourbon and rye expressions.
Today, Ezra Brooks includes classic bourbon, 99 proof bourbon and rye, cask strength releases, and the related Old Ezra family of age-stated higher-proof whiskey.
Who Owns the Brand?
Ezra Brooks is owned by Luxco, part of MGP Ingredients.
Producing Distillery
Ezra Brooks is produced by Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky. Expression-level production details should be verified through current official materials and labels.
Core Products
Core products include Ezra Brooks Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Ezra Brooks 99 Bourbon, Ezra Brooks 99 Rye, Ezra Brooks Cask Strength, and related limited releases. Old Ezra is a related age-stated sub-family covered separately.
Limited Releases
Limited releases may include Ezra Brooks Cask Strength, single barrel selections, special finishes, and market-specific editions. Availability varies by release and retailer.
Mash Bill and Production Notes
Ezra Brooks includes bourbon and rye whiskey expressions. Exact mash bill, age, proof, and filtration details vary by product and should be verified through current official Lux Row or Ezra Brooks materials before bottle-level publication.
Availability
Ezra Brooks core expressions are available in many markets. Cask Strength, single barrel, and special releases are more limited and may vary by state or retailer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Ezra Brooks?
Ezra Brooks is produced by Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky.
Who owns Ezra Brooks?
Ezra Brooks is owned by Luxco, part of MGP Ingredients.
Is Ezra Brooks bourbon?
Ezra Brooks is best known as a bourbon brand, though the family also includes rye whiskey.
Is Old Ezra part of Ezra Brooks?
Old Ezra is a related age-stated higher-proof whiskey family within the broader Ezra Brooks/Lux Row portfolio.