The Whiskey World Is Reeling, but This Company Has Bigger Troubles

A new report paints a grim financial picture of Uncle Nearest, a high-profile brand named for an enslaved distiller. But its ...

Key moments from court as Weaver fights for control of Uncle Nearest

Inside the federal courthouse in Knoxville, more than three hours from Uncle Nearest’s Shelbyville headquarters, Weaver and a ...

Uncle Nearest in financial shambles, hasn't filed taxes in years: Receiver

The whiskey company Uncle Nearest is at risk of sale, according to a report by a neutral third party appointed to temporarily ...

Fawn Weaver fires back on insolvency, claims Uncle Nearest worth over half-billion

Competing narratives about the troubled whiskey company, missing bourbon barrels and unpaid taxes go to judge next week.

Court-appointed receiver says Uncle Nearest will likely face foreclosure if given back to Weavers

The award-winning company has been in receivership since September and the receiver for the company prevoiusly reported a ...
Forbes

Former Whiskey Unicorn Uncle Nearest Is Struggling To Survive After Defaulting On $108 Million In Loans

Founder Fawn Weaver may lose control of her cult Tennessee distillery after a judge mandates a receivership—unless an investor bails her out. Uncle Nearest founder Fawn Weaver is fighting for control ...
Lexington Herald Leader

Uncle Nearest case goes before a judge. What was said in the receivership hearing

Judge keeps Uncle Nearest in receivership pending briefs due Feb. 26, 2026. Farm Credit alleges over $100 million loan default and disputes company solvency. Receiver seeks broader control after ...
Time

Why Master Distiller Nearest Green’s Story Must Be Told

Until very recently, you could walk into any restaurant, any bar, and make one simple request: “Tell me one whiskey or bourbon on your back bar that represents someone who is not a white male.” Then ...