Industrious Spirit Company Released Coffee Bourbon
The Providence distillery has debuted a new bourbon aged in barrels coated with iconic Autocrat coffee syrup.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Cocktails
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Industrious Spirit Company has launched its new Autocrat Coffee Syrup Bourbon. The spirit pays homage to local Rhode Island flavors by aging corn-derived bourbon in syrup-coated barrels.
Why it matters
This release celebrates local culinary identity by merging two of Rhode Island’s most recognizable flavor profiles. It highlights the state’s food history while creating a new category of craft spirit.
The bourbon is bottled at 84 proof and features organic corn-derived spirits aged for four years. Each 750 ml bottle retails for $49.99.
The players
Industrious Spirit Company
This is a Providence-based craft distillery that produces spirits using locally sourced ingredients.
Autocrat
Established in 1895 in Lincoln, this company is famous for its coffee syrup, a staple ingredient in Rhode Island's official state drink.
The details
Distillers at the Providence facility prepared the whiskey barrels by coating the interiors with Autocrat coffee syrup before introducing the corn-based spirit. This extended aging process allows the coffee flavor to infuse directly into the bourbon.
Timeline
The Autocrat coffee brand was originally established in 1895.
The new bourbon became available for purchase on October 8, 2026.
The official launch event took place on October 8, 2026, from 5-10 p.m.
Culture Shift
This release reflects the ongoing trend of regional craft spirit collaborations that leverage iconic local branding to capture niche market interest. It marks a departure from traditional distillery practices by prioritizing deep local flavor integration over standard aging profiles.
Rhode Island residents can purchase the bourbon at the distillery or select local retailers while supplies last. The launch serves as a new opportunity for locals to experiment with regional ingredients in their home bar setups.
The takeaway
This bourbon serves as an example of how distilleries can use hyperlocal ingredients to create unique products. Fans of the brand should note that the spirit is specifically aged to complement the unique sweetness of the syrup.
Further reading
For more on local drink innovation, visit the Cocktails section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Rhode Island Monthly.
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