Outperforms similar U.S. Plants on measure of energy
efficiency
BARDSTOWN, Ky., Nov. 20,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lux Row Distillers, the
Bardstown, Ky., home of
award-winning brands including Ezra
Brooks, Rebel and Blood Oath bourbons, has received ENERGY
STAR certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
It is one of eight distilleries to first receive the certification
from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR
program. The U.S. EPA and the Distilled Spirits Council of
the United States have partnered
on helping the distilled spirits industry improve its energy
efficiency and save money on utility bills.
ENERGY STAR status signifies that Lux Row performs in the top 25
percent of distilleries nationwide for energy efficiency and meets
strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA. Lux Row
is managed by Luxco, the branded spirits division of MGP.
"We are pleased to accept EPA's ENERGY STAR certification in
recognition of our energy efficiency efforts," said David Whitmer, vice president of quality and
compliance for MGP. "This achievement demonstrates our commitment
to environmental stewardship while also lowering our energy
costs."
Earning ENERGY STAR certification highlights Lux Row's status
within the top 25 percent of distilleries in the nation regarding
energy performance. The distillery improved its energy performance
by managing energy strategically.
"EPA applauds the commitment to energy efficiency demonstrated
by ENERGY STAR- certified plants," said Cindy Jacobs, chief of the ENERGY STAR
Commercial & Industrial Branch. "Improving the energy
performance of our nation's industrial plants is critical to
reducing greenhouse gas emissions."
ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary,
market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through
energy efficiency. To date, tens of thousands of buildings and
plants across all fifty states have earned the ENERGY STAR.
For more information about ENERGY STAR Certification for
Industrial Facilities: energystar.gov/plants
About MGP
MGP Ingredients, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGPI)
is a leading producer of premium distilled spirits, branded
spirits, and food ingredient solutions. Since 1941, we have
combined our expertise and energy aimed at formulating excellence,
bringing product ideas to life collaboratively with our
customers.
As one of the largest distillers in the U.S., MGP's offerings
include bourbon and rye whiskeys and gins, which are created at the
intersection of science and imagination, for customers of all
sizes, from crafts to multinational brands. With U.S. distilleries
in Kentucky and Indiana, and bottling operations in
Missouri, Ohio, and Northern
Ireland, MGP has the infrastructure and expertise to create
on any scale.
MGP's branded spirits portfolio covers a wide spectrum of brands
in every segment, including iconic brands from Luxco, which was
founded in 1958 by the Lux Family. Luxco is a leading producer,
supplier, importer and bottler of beverage alcohol products. Our
branded spirits mission is to meet the needs and exceed the
expectations of consumers, associates and business partners.
Luxco's award-winning spirits portfolio includes well-known brands
from four distilleries: Bardstown,
Kentucky-based Lux Row Distillers, home of Ezra Brooks, Rebel, Blood Oath, David Nicholson and Daviess County; Lebanon, Kentucky-based Limestone Branch
Distillery, maker of Yellowstone Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey,
Minor Case Straight Rye Whiskey and Bowling & Burch Gin; Jalisco,
Mexico-based Destiladora Gonzalez Lux, producer of 100%
agave tequilas, El Mayor, Exotico and Dos Primos; and the historic
Ross & Squibb Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, where Penelope Bourbon, Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey
and Rossville Union Straight Rye Whiskey are produced. The
innovative and high-quality brand portfolio also
includes Everclear Grain Alcohol, Pearl Vodka, Green Hat Gin,
Saint Brendan's Irish Cream, The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey and other
well-recognized brands.
In addition, our Ingredient Solutions segment offers specialty
proteins and starches that help customers harness the power of
plants and provide a host of functional, nutritional and sensory
benefits for a wide range of food products.
The transformation of American grain into something more is in
the soul of our people, products, and history. We're devoted to
unlocking the creative potential of this extraordinary resource.
For more information, visit mgpingredients.com.
Media Contact: Patrick Barry,
314.540.3865, patrick@byrnepr.net
Investor Contact:
Mike Houston, 646.475.2998,
investor.relations@mgpingredients.com
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