Together with Buffalo Trace Distillery, we poured it forward and raised $160,100 for Kentucky. 🥃 💙 BlockBar was honored to partner with Buffalo Trace Distillery on the “Pour It Forward for Kentucky” charity fundraiser, created to support communities impacted by the devastating storms and flooding across the region. Through the generosity of our bidders and the spirits community, we raised a total of $160,100, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the American Red Cross and the Franklin County Flood Relief Fund to aid recovery and rebuilding efforts in Kentucky. A huge thank you to our friends at Buffalo Trace Distillery, and every collector who bid generously for this important cause. Cheers! #PourItForward #BlockBar #BuffaloTrace
BlockBar
Technology, Information and Internet
Global marketplace offering wines and spirits directly from producers to consumers, authenticated via blockchain.
About us
BlockBar enables the wine and spirits community to buy, store, sell, gift, and ship the highest quality wines and spirits, sourced direct from producers and authenticated via blockchain. Our team has access to the world’s most sought-after bottles, barrels, and casks, many of which are unique to BlockBar. These are released on the platform through various sales mechanics, with many including immersive events and unique experiences. Underwritten by the power of blockchain, BlockBar guarantees provenance and authenticity so users can safely build their collections. Despite its cutting-edge approach, BlockBar’s roots stretch back decades. BlockBar was launched in October 2021 by cousins Dov and Sam, who are an active part of the family-owned Falic Group, a network founded in 2001 that today comprises over 50 businesses. One of the Falic Group companies is Duty Free Americas, which has over $2 billion in annual sales and is the largest duty-free operation in the Western Hemisphere. In 2023, the team recruited Jamie Ritchie as COO. He joined BlockBar after a 32 year career leading Sotheby’s, as Worldwide Chairman of Sotheby’s Wine & Spirits. Partner producers include Bacardi, Diageo, Livingstone, Moët Hennessy, Pernod Ricard, Proximo, Sazerac, Treasury Wine Estates, Whyte & Mackay, William Grant & Sons & more. Download the BlockBar app on the App Store; https://apps.apple.com/us/app/blockbar/id1663346710.
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- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Panama
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2021
- Specialties
- Wines & Spirits, e-Commerce, and Blockchain
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BlockBar x Sazerac Featured in Robb Report We are proud to power Legacy de Forge, Sazerac’s newly launched global e-Commerce platform—a blockchain-enabled marketplace for Sazerac's portfolio of rare and collectible spirits. 🗞️ As featured in Robb Report, Legacy de Forge is changing the game for collectors by making legendary bottles—from Blanton’s, Weller, Eagle Rare, The Last Drop and others —available through a secure, authenticated platform powered by BlockBar. 🔐 Built on blockchain technology, Legacy de Forge offers full traceability, transparency, and provenance—redefining how rare spirits are purchased, collected, and redeemed. Explore Fixed Price offers and live Auctions at legacydeforge.com #BlockBar #Sazerac #RobbReport Sazerac Company Robb Report: https://lnkd.in/g6wznHqS
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BlockBar x Sazerac present “Pour it Forward for Kentucky” — an exclusive online fundraiser supporting communities impacted by recent tornadoes and floods. 100% of proceeds go to relief efforts in Kentucky. 🏆 Enter to Win: Two epic sweepstake lots! 🥃 Lot 1: A rare 2006 vintage O.F.C. Kentucky Straight Bourbon — an ultra-collectible release from the heart of Buffalo Trace’s legacy. ⛳ Lot 2: A round of golf for 4 at TPC Sawgrass + a custom Buffalo Trace x Bettinardi putter with a barrel wood insert and matching headcover. 🗓️ The fundraiser is now live & closes on June 5 at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 11PM SGT. 🖤 Only 24 hours left to place your bid: https://lnkd.in/eN8j3Dic
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✨ Sazerac partners with BlockBar to Power Global e-Commerce! We are delighted to announce Sazerac, one of the world’s largest & leading distilled spirits companies, has chosen BlockBar to power its new global e-commerce platform: legacydeforge.com. This new platform provides global collectors direct access to some of Sazerac’s most coveted bottles, authenticated & secured by the power of blockchain technology. What to expect from Legacy de Forge by Sazerac: 🥃 Participate in exclusive auctions & fixed-price drops direct from Sazerac distilleries 📦 Bottles stored securely at BlockBar’s state-of-the-art facilities 🌐 International delivery & pickup at 270+ Duty Free Americas store locations ❤️ Future releases supporting charitable initiatives Explore the new site now at LegacydeForge.com and sign up for the newsletter to join the Legacy de Forge community! #BlockBar #Sazerac Sazerac Company
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Buffalo Trace Distillery & BlockBar present “Pour it Forward for Kentucky”— an exclusive charity Fundraiser featuring ultra-rare bourbons, iconic sets, & exclusive experiences from Buffalo Trace Distillery & its partners. 🏆Swipe to see the incredible lots available 💯100% of proceeds will be donated by BlockBar & Sazerac Company to the American Red Cross Kentucky Region & the Franklin County Flood Relief Fund—supporting communities affected by recent storms and flooding. ✨ No reserves. Bidding starts at just $100. 🗓️ The fundraiser is now live & closes on June 5 at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 11PM SGT. 🖤 Help rebuild Kentucky—Place your bid: https://lnkd.in/eN8j3Dic
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📸 As seen in Food & Wine: "Now you can get your hands on the (very) rare stuff for a very real cause." We have partnered with Buffalo Trace for an exclusive charity fundraiser featuring some of the world’s most sought-after bourbon — yes, that includes the full Pappy Van Winkle lineup. 🥃 100% of proceeds donated by BlockBar and Sazerac Company will benefit: ❤️ The American Red Cross Kentucky Region 💧 The Franklin County Flood Relief Fund via the Blue Grass Community Foundation ⏳ The auction is live now and ends 5 June at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 11PM SGT. Let’s come together to help rebuild Kentucky communities affected by disaster. Place your bid: https://lnkd.in/eN8j3Dic Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/grh_K8nG #BlockBar #Sazerac Buffalo Trace Distillery
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📸 As seen in Food & Wine: "Now you can get your hands on the (very) rare stuff for a very real cause." We have partnered with Buffalo Trace for an exclusive charity fundraiser featuring some of the world’s most sought-after bourbon — yes, that includes the full Pappy Van Winkle lineup. 🥃 100% of proceeds donated by BlockBar and Sazerac Company will benefit: ❤️ The American Red Cross Kentucky Region 💧 The Franklin County Flood Relief Fund via the Blue Grass Community Foundation ⏳ The auction is live now and ends 5 June at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 11PM SGT. Let’s come together to help rebuild Kentucky communities affected by disaster. Place your bid: https://lnkd.in/eN8j3Dic Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/grh_K8nG #BlockBar #Sazerac Buffalo Trace Distillery
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📢 BlockBar, in partnership with Sazerac Company, is proud to launch an exclusive online charity Fundraiser in support of “Pour it Forward for Kentucky” supporting those affected by Kentucky’s recent storms & flooding. 🥃 Bid on rare bourbons & collector’s items from Buffalo Trace Distillery, Van Winkle Family, PGA, Stapleton family, Age International & more. 🌪️ 100% of the proceeds donated by BlockBar & Sazerac will go to the American Red Cross Kentucky Region & the Franklin County Flood Relief Fund via the Blue Grass Community Foundation. ✨ There are no reserves & bidding starts at $100 for each lot. ⏰ Fundraiser is now live & closes on 5 June at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 11PM SGT. 🖤Help rebuild Kentucky communities affected by disaster. Bid & enter now: 🥃 https://lnkd.in/eN8j3Dic 🥃 https://lnkd.in/eCgbGwJ2
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NEWS FLASH Wyoming Whiskey’s Queen of the Tetons Straight Bourbon Whiskey No. 399 Breaks Auction Record on BlockBar, Selling for 4000% of Its Starting Price. Sells for $12,000 on BlockBar for 40x Starting Price! Auction Results: 🚀 Result: Auction lot sold for $12,000. 📈 This represents a 4000% increase — forty times the starting price of $300 — setting the highest auction record on BlockBar to date. ✨Enthusiastic bidders appreciated that the amount they bid is the amount they pay and there is no buyers premium on BlockBar, unlike traditional auction houses. 💰 In partnership with BlockBar, Wyoming Whiskey, Inc. has donated 100% of the proceeds to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation. The Winning Lot Includes: 🔥 Wyoming Whiskey’s Queen of the Tetons Bottle No. 399, featuring an image of Grizzly 399 captured by renowned nature photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen. 🎁 An additional, sample bottle of Queen of the Tetons. 🖼️ A stunning 17″x 30″ framed and signed print of Mangelsen’s “Spring’s Surprise,” the photograph featured on the bottle’s back label.
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⏳ Final Call – 30 Minutes Left To Bid! There are only 30 minutes left to secure your bottle of Queen of the Tetons bourbon — a true collector’s item honouring the legendary Grizzly 399. 🐻 💥 Grizzly 399’s tragic death in October 2024, following a vehicle collision near Grand Teton National Park, shook wildlife advocates worldwide. In her honour, Wyoming Whiskey has donated $20,000 to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation, with all auction proceeds further supporting grizzly education, research, and conservation. 🥃 Wyoming Whiskey, Inc. based in Kirby, Wyoming, was founded by the Mead family Brad and Kate Mead along with David DeFazio. Since the beginning they have remained committed to using locally sourced grains and water from the Bighorn Basin. Every drop of their whiskey is a true reflection of Wyoming’s natural and human heritage. ⏰ The auction closes today at 10AM EST / 3PM BST / 10PM SG — place your final bid: https://lnkd.in/eXwQkcu5
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