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If you’re the kind of whiskey lover who lights up at the words “single cask” and has a soft spot for upstart distilleries doing weird and wonderful things with grains, then Lost Lantern’s new Discovery Club might just be your new monthly ritual.

Based in the tiny town of Vergennes, Vermont, Lost Lantern has quietly built a name for itself by shining a spotlight on American distilleries that most of us wouldn’t stumble upon unless we were seriously off the beaten path … or knew someone like Adam Polonski. He’s the co-founder of Lost Lantern and something of a whiskey scout, crisscrossing the country in search of distinctive spirits from rising stars and regional underdogs.

Now, with the launch of the Lost Lantern Discovery Club, they’re inviting fellow whiskey travelers along for the ride.

Each month, members get a new 750ml bottle of something they’ve likely never tasted—and couldn’t, even if they tried. These aren’t rebranded releases or store picks. They’re full-on exclusive bottlings from distilleries that are quietly (or not so quietly) changing what American whiskey looks and tastes like. We’re talking places that may only have distribution in two states, or that have never collaborated with Lost Lantern before now.

And if that’s not enough, there’s also the added layer of storytelling. Alongside each release, members get behind-the-scenes access to the distillery’s journey, plus the occasional invite to virtual tastings or conversations with the distillers themselves. It’s not just a subscription; it’s a front-row seat to a scene that’s constantly evolving.

So, what do you get?

• A new and exclusive bottle each month ($90/month + shipping)
• A signup bottle as soon as you join
• Access to a members-only library of past releases
• First dibs on new Lost Lantern launches
• Flexibility to pause or skip shipments
• Tasting invites and distillery deep-dives hosted by Polonski himself

For the first year, they’re capping the membership at just 180 people … which feels about right for something this niche and intimate.

It all kicks off the first of May, and the first two releases feature fan favorites. But after that, the gloves come off. Each month will highlight distilleries Lost Lantern has never worked with before. Expect a mix of bourbon and other styles, from smoky single malts to whiskeys finished in unusual casks.

If you’ve ever wished you could peek behind the curtain of American whiskey’s next chapter … or better yet, drink your way through it … this is your moment. No hype, no gimmicks. Just great whiskey, chosen with care, and stories worth sipping.

Explore more (or claim a spot) at lostlanternwhiskey.com.