Christopher Osburn
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Christopher Osburn is a food and drinks writer located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. He's been writing professionally for almost twenty years. In that time, he has traveled all over the world from San Diego to Sydney in search of mouthwatering food, frosty beer, exciting cocktails, and complex whiskeys and other spirits. He has the pictures to prove it.
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The Glenrothes releases its oldest single malt whisky to date
It’s made solely of two refill casks: the first is high-proof and bold, and the second is soft and nuanced.
Barrell Craft Spirits is launching a bourbon finished in P.X. Sherry casks
Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series: P.X. Sherry is the newest limited-edition release from the famed brand.
Maker’s Mark announces Wood Finishing Series: The Keepers Release
The Keepers Release was made to pay tribute to the warehouse team tasked with making sure every barrel of Maker's Mark matures perfectly.
Milam & Greene Whiskey launches Gray Wolf Straight Bourbon
It’s called Milam & Greene Gray Wolf Straight Bourbon and it’s a blend of two six-year-old cask strength bourbons.
Old Potrero is launching a limited release bottled in bond rye whiskey to commemorate the 1906 San Francisco earthquake
The 1906 Earthquake had a lasting impact on the city, even damaging A.P. Hotaling’s whiskey warehouse.
Action star Dolph Lundgren is launching his own vodka
This 90-proof, premium vodka was made with a base of Idaho-grown potatoes and spring water from the Rocky Mountains.
Old Forester is adding to its 117 Series with Bottled in Bond Rye
The newest addition to this line of popular whiskey is Old Forester 117 Series: Bottled in Bond Rye.
Hotaling & Co. is launching Hirsch The Departure Single Malt Whiskey
Hotaling & Co. is well-known for its distilled and . Recently, it announced that it was joining the trend of whiskeys by adding a new expression called The Departure to its HIRSCH Selected Whiskeys portfolio. Hirsch The Departure Hotaling & Co. The Departure is the first American single malt whiskey from Hotaling. It begins with […]
Pegasus Distillerie launches a fresh mint liqueur called MINTY
This clear mint liqueur is made without artificial colors or flavors.
Tobermory Distillery launches final expression in exclusive Hebridean Series
Fans of sherry-driven single malt whiskies will definitely want to get a bottle of this limited release.
Isle of Harris Distillery launched limited release of The Hearach of Château Biac whisky
The Hearach of Château Biac is a limited release made in partnership with winemakers from Château Biac in Bordeaux.
Yellowstone Bourbon is launching Small Batch 107
The only whiskey in the portfolio with an age statement, Small Batch 107 was matured for six years.
Kentucky Senator announces its sixth bourbon release
The sixth release from this popular brand begins with a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley.
Stephen Curry commemorates career achievement with Gentleman’s Cut Player’s Exclusive: IV Edition bourbon
Gentleman’s Cut Player Exclusive: IV Edition was actually aged for 4,000 days.
Why Irish whiskey deserves more than just a St. Patrick’s Day toast
Honestly, if you’re drinking any kind of whiskey at all, you can thank the Irish.
Garrison Brothers Distillery is relaunching its Texas honey-infused Cognac-finished bourbon
First released in 2023, Lady Bird is named for Lady Bird Johnson and her commitment to the environment and the wildflowers native to the Lone Star state.
Cedar Ridge Distillery is launching two new limited-edition whiskeys
Master Distiller Murphy Quint and his team just launched two limited-edition whiskeys, both of which were finished in port casks.
Captain Morgan is launching Sweet Chili Lime Rum
If you haven't guessed, Captain Morgan Sweet Chili Lime is a mix of tart, zesty citrus flavors and subtle, sweet chili heat.
Kavalan is launching a limited-edition 15-year-old single malt whisky
is one of the world’s most highly regarded whisky distilleries. While it has a nice range of flagship expressions and , it has never had an age-statement whisky. That all changes with the launch of its newest single malt whisky. Kavalan 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky 2025 Edition This limited-edition expression is Kavalan Distillery’s […]
Dirty Sue is launching premium pickle juice to help you up your cocktail game
Dirty Sue Premium Pickle Juice was crafted for use in Picklebacks and any cocktail that would benefit from salty, savory, lightly spicy pickle juice
Johnnie Walker is launching a new luxury platform
The Johnnie Walker Vault is more than just the 10 million barrels Walker has at her disposal. It features various collaborations and whisky experiences.
Mijenta Tequila is launching its second Symphony Barrel Release
It’s a 90-proof, eight-month-old reposado tequila matured in hand-crafted barrels.
15 STARS Fine Aged Bourbon launches Three Ports Expression
This limited-edition whiskey is a blend of nine and fifteen-year-old Kentucky straight bourbons finished in tawny, white, and ruby port barrels.
Reserva de la Familia by Jose Cuervo is launching its 2025 Collector’s Box
Every year, Reserva de la Familia hires a new Mexican artist to design the artwork for the Extra Añejo collector’s box.
Lo Siento Tequila is launching a cinnamon-infused expression called Caliente
The folks at Lo Siento Tequila believe that the folks at Fireball and other cinnamon whiskey brands shouldn't monopolize all the sweet spice.
Westward Whiskey announces exclusive Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask
If you’re a fan of Westward Whiskey, you know all about the appeal of its Stout Cask finished single malt whiskeys.
Just in time for March Madness, BuzzBallz and Lonzo Ball are launching a basketball you can drink from
BuzzBallz Big Blue BBallz actually comes in the first-ever drinkable basketball-shaped bottle.
Augusta Distillery is now shipping its bourbons nationwide
Augusta Distillery refers to the launch of nationwide shopping as an extension of its "cask-to-connoisseur experience."
Las Vegas Distillery is set to launch its first gin this month
This London dry-style gin is made with a base of juniper berries along with coriander, angelica root, licorice, lemon, and grapefruit peels.
Whiskey, gin, rum, and more: Exploring the different types of spirits
While there are random spirits like aquavit, absinthe, advocaat (and more), there are only a few well-known spirit types.
Barrell is launching Toasted Vantage Whiskey
This whiskey is a blend of straight bourbon finished in three special virgin oak barrels.
Remus Bourbon is launching Master Distiller Experimental Series
It was matured for nine years in a lightly charred, heavily toasted Seguin Moreau barrel with staves seasoned for two full years.
Whiskey JYPSI launches Tribute Double Barreled Bourbon
Music star Eric Church's well-known alcohol brand, JYSPI Spirits, recently announced the launch of its fourth whiskey expression.
Scotch whisky distillery Nc’nean is releasing a new limited edition whisky in the US
Nc’nean might not have the name recognition of some of the big brands, but this independent, organic been crafting high-quality whiskies and racking up awards since 2013. Recently, the distillery announced the launch of a new limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky in the US. Nc’nean Quiet Rebels Amy Nc’nean This year’s Quiet Rebels release is […]
Brugal Rum is launching an ultra-premium rum for $3,000
Fifth-generation Maestra Ronera Jassil Villanueva Quintana made this rum to pay homage to the distillery’s founder, Andrés Brugal Montaner.
Glengoyne launches the White Oak range of single malt whiskies
Glengoyne's new expressions are completely matured in American-sourced Ex-bourbon and Virgin oak barrels.
Penelope Bourbon is relaunching its popular Rio Bourbon
This wildly popular award-winning release is part of Penelope's Cooper Series of cask-finished bourbons.
Woodford Reserve Releases 2025 Kentucky Derby Bottle
The 2025 release features artwork by Cuban-born Humberto Lahera (who now lives in Louisville), an artist well-known for his photorealistic paintings.
Hendrick’s Gin is launching a new limited-edition expression called OASIUM
The newest addition to Hendrick’s Gin’s Master Distiller Lesley Gracie’s Cabinet of Curiosities collection is Hendrick’s OASIUM.
Retired NFL star and TV host Nate Burleson is partnering with Valentine Distilling to launch a vodka
To give this vodka its unique flavor, it's infused with blood orange and elderflower.
Orphan Barrel is launching Fanged Pursuit Kentucky Straight Bourbon Aged 17 Years
The first non-chill-filtered Kentucky straight bourbon released by Orphan Barrel, it was matured for seventeen years in charred American oak barrels.
Código 1530 is launching a one-of-a-kind añejo tequila with George Strait
George Strait is one of the most well-known country musicians of all time. He’s sold more than 120-million records in his five decades of making music and is known for hits like “Amarillo by Morning”, “Run”, and “The Chair”. To celebrate his latest album, the iconic musician is collaborating to launch a one-of-a-kind, . Código […]
Chivas Regal names Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc as its Global Brand Ambassador
The worlds of are coming together again. Iconic blended Scotch whisky brand announced that it was naming Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc as its Global Brand Ambassador. Chivas Regal and Charles Leclerc Chivas Regal Not only is Leclerc a Formula 1 driver, but his interests go beyond the racetrack. He’s also a talented and self-taught […]
Lost Lantern just announced its 2025 Spring Collection of whiskeys
The Lost Lantern Spring 2025 Collection consists solely of finished whiskeys.
The Glen Grant is releasing a 65-year-old single malt whisky
If you have a lot of money burning a hole in your pocket, the distillers at The Glen Grant have just the right expression for you. And we’re not kidding when we say “a lot of money”. That’s because the renowned Scottish whisky distillers just launched the Splendours Collection, a series featuring the rarest maturing […]
Old Elk is rebranding its flagship whiskey as Slow Cut Blended Straight Bourbon
Slow Cut begins with a base of the brand's award-winning custom high-malt straight bourbon mash that's matured between four and seven years.
World Whiskey Society introduces Doc Holliday 10-Year-Old Special Edition Collector’s Case Straight Bourbon Whiskey
This set also features a dual-purpose 2-in-1 cork gun stopper and display revolver.
Jameson Irish Whiskey is launching Jameson Triple Triple
Jameson Triple Triple is matured in sweet chestnut casks, ex-bourbon barrels, and sherry casks.
The Shed Distillery launches Drumshanbo Tawny Port Cask Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
This Irish whiskey begins with a mash bill featuring malted Irish barley, unmalted Irish barley, and Irish Barra oats.
Rum vs. whiskey: Understanding the key differences in your favorite spirits
When whiskey and rum are aged in oak barrels, it’s difficult to tell the difference between the two spirits.