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J.P. Wiser's

J.P. Wiser’s is launching a 42-year-old whisky in the US

J.P. Wiser's 42-Year-Old Whisky was matured in a combination of Speyside single malt Scotch casks, Canadian oak barrels, and ex-bourbon barrels.
Deanston

Deanston Distillery is releasing a 20-year-old organic single malt whisky

Deanston 2002 Vintage Organic American Oak was made with 100% organic Scottish barley from sustainable, pesticide-free farmers.
Bladnoch

Bladnoch Distillery is launching a new line of peated Scotch whiskies

The collection itself consists of four unique single malt whiskies, each with a base of peat-smoked barley
FEW

FEW Spirits is releasing whiskey collaborations with musicians called Icons of Rock Collection

All three whiskeys are available in one collection for the first time ever.
Southern Comfort

Southern Comfort is releasing a gaming accessory that can dispense shots

It's aptly called the SoConsole and it's the only gaming console cover ever made that can store and dispense shooters
Clonakilty

Clonakilty Distillery is releasing its first single pot still Irish whiskey

It was triple distilled in copper pot stills before being matured in a combination of ex-bourbon, amontillado, and oloroso sherry casks.
Bruichladdich

Bruichladdich released its newest epically smoky single malt whisky, Octomore 15

The highly sought-after annual release, Octomore 15, isn't just one expression but a trio of ridiculously smoky single malt whiskies.
Old Commonwealth 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Old Commonwealth relaunches with a 10-year-old bourbon

Finally, after two decades, the brand is back with a new bourbon release.
Aviation cocktail

How to make the Aviation cocktail, a drink almost lost to history

There's one drink in particular that disappeared for decades and almost didn't come back at all. We're talking about the Aviation.
Gin cocktail

4 simple gin cocktails anyone can make (that taste delicious)

Some of the more iconic drinks include the gin and tonic and classic martini. But these aren’t the only simple, elegant, refreshing gin-based cocktails.
Rum

These are the best spiced rums to drink right now

Not all rums are created equal. Let us open your eyes to the joy that is spiced rum.
Jim Beam Winter Reserve

Just in time for the holidays, Jim Beam is launching a whiskey called Winter Reserve

This Kentucky straight bourbon is matured for six years in charred oak before being finished in toasted barrels.
Bunnahabhain

Bunnahabhain is releasing 30-year and 40-year single malt whiskies in the US

Both expressions were matured in ex-sherry casks and, while free of smoke, have the salty, coastal aromas and flavors of the island where they’re made.
Pouring whisky

10 fantastic single malt Scotch whiskies to warm you this fall

Fall is a season of reasonably warm days and chilly evenings. It’s also the perfect time of year to enjoy a warming dram.
Highland Park

Highland Park Whisky launched a new product design inspired by its archipelago home

In a nod to the natural beauty, neolithic art, and spirit of its home of Orkney, Highland Park has announced new packaging.
Safai Bourbon

Safai Bourbon is entering the whiskey market with a new single barrel bourbon

Distilled at New Riff Distillery in Newport, Kentucky, Safai Kentucky Straight Bourbon is the first release from the renowned whiskey innovator.
Johnnie Walker

Johnnie Walker is releasing the perfect blended whisky for Après Ski

This limited-edition blended whisky is a collaboration between Johnnie Walker and luxury skiwear and lifestyle brand Perfect Moment.
Maverick Distilling

Maverick Distilling is releasing its first barrel-aged rum

The result is a complex, sippable 80-proof dark rum that begins with a nose of oak, fresh leather, and vanilla.
Woodford Reserve

Woodford Reserve’s newest release is finished in Madeira casks

Woodford Reserve Madeira Cask Finish is even more complex than the name suggests.
Raven B. Varona

Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg are launching an ultra-premium gin

This smooth, sippable, highly mixable premium gin is known for its mix of citrus, spice, and floral notes.
Clase Azul

Clase Azul is releasing an epic tequila for Día de Muertos

Made to pay homage to the music and atmosphere of Día de Muertos, this añejo tequila was matured for twenty-six months.
WhistlePig

Juggernaut is the newest whiskey in WhistlePig’s Boss Hog series

Not only is this the oldest rye whiskey ever released by WhistlePig, but it might also be the most unique.
Crown Royal

Crown Royal is launching a 31-year-old whisky

It’s called Crown Royal, Aged 31 Years, and is the oldest expression of the famous Canadian whisky brand.
Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond is launching a new series of single malt whiskies with a 16-year-old

The first expression was matured for sixteen years in ex-bourbon barrels before being finished for twelve months in ex-cognac barrels.
Whisky glass

Indian whisky brand Royal Tiger is releasing two new single malt whiskies

The two expressions are called Royal Tiger Sherry Cask Finish Single Malt and Royal Tiger Maharaja Single Malt,
Brugal

Brugal Rum is launching a new expression for coffee fans

Edición 02 gets its unique flavor from adding Dominican Arabica coffee and Brugal’s Aromatic Cask Toasting technique.
Monkey 47

Monkey 47 is releasing a new gin called Distiller’s Cut Edition 14

The German distillery is launching the fourteenth edition of its highly-regarded Distiller’s Cut Gin.
Milam & Greene

Milam & Greene is releasing a single barrel bourbon called Barn Owl

It’s called Barn Owl and was crafted to pay homage to these birds prevalent in Milam & Greene's home state of Texas.
Creole cocktail

Why we think the Creole cocktail is the perfect drink for fall

The Creole is made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, Bénédictine liqueur, and maraschino liqueur.
Cotillion cocktail

If you like whiskey, you need to try the Cotillion cocktail this autumn

First appearing in "The Stork Club Bar Book" by Lucius Beebe, this is a drink of bourbon, triple sec, aged rum, fresh orange juice, and fresh lemon juice.
Glasses of Scotch lined up

The absolute best Scotch for beginners: Our top picks

The world of Scotch is ripe with gateway bottles just waiting to be discovered.
El Tesoro

El Tesoro Tequila is releasing an expression finished in Basil Hayden barrels

The folks at El Tesoro took their Reposado tequila and finished it in Basil Hayden Toast barrels that were toasted and then flash-charred for a full six months.
Whiskey pouring into a glass

What’s the difference between bourbon and Scotch, really?

Today we are sticking to two very different types of liquor. We’re talking about bourbon whiskey and Scotch whisky.
Benromach

Benromach is releasing an un-peated single malt Scotch with the perfect name

While it might be made using the same methods as the core range, it’s crafted with traditional malted barley as opposed to peat-smoked barley.
Nikka

Japanese whisky-maker Nikka celebrates 90 years of distilling with Nine Decades

It’s called Nikka Nine Decades, and it was crafted to celebrate the iconic Japanese whisky brand’s 90th birthday.
Bardstown Bourbon Company

Bardstown Bourbon Co. has an exclusive new straight bourbon whiskey — what to know

Bardstown is partnering with Blackberry Farm bourbon whiskey that was finished in Blackberry Farm Brewery Oxheart Stout barrels.
Brother's Bond Bourbon

Brother’s Bond is releasing a 7-year-old bottled-in-bond bourbon

It’s called Brother’s Bond 7-Year-Old Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon and it’s a tribute to the industry-changing Bottled in Bond Act of 1897.
Booker's

Booker’s new batch of its popular bourbon celebrates Master Distillers — what to know

It’s a blend of bourbons produced on two different production dates that were stored in four different warehouses.
Penelope Bourbon

Penelope Bourbon launches rare Founders Reserve Whiskey

This straight wheat whiskey begins with a mash bill of 95% wheat and 5% malted barley.
Tequila OCHO

Tequila OCHO is releasing its first extra añejo since 2022

Matured for three years in ex-American whiskey barrels, it’s known for its memorable flavor profile.
Gimlet cocktails in coupe glasses

Up your cocktail game: How to make the perfect gin gimlet

Looking for an elegant, easy gin gimlet recipe? We've got one of the best.
Dirty martini

This is how to make the perfect dirty martini

If salt and brine are what you’re after, you’d probably prefer the dirty martini.
The House of Suntory

The House of Suntory just released its oldest blended whisky ever

It’s called Hibiki 40-Year-Old, and it shouldn’t be surprising that this is the oldest blended whisky in this renowned brand’s portfolio.
Knob Creek

Knob Creek is re-releasing its oldest whiskey to date

For those who aren’t Knob Creek enthusiasts, it’s an award-winning 18-year-old bourbon whiskey.
White cocktail

How to make the White Negroni, a French riff on the classic

While the classic Negroni has its history in the early 1900s, the White Negroni is a fairly contemporary take on the drink.
The Kraken/Tipsy Scoop

The Kraken Rum, Tipsy Scoop now now have a spiced rum ice cream (for a limited time)

It’s called Kraken Ship Wrecked and this limited-edition ice cream collaboration is available now from Goldbelly.
Diageo

Diageo releases 8 ‘Spirit Xchange 2.0’ special release whiskies — what to know

The theme this year is 'Spirited Xchange 2.0' and it’s a way for Diageo to showcase innovating and unique flavors.
Espolòn

Espolòn Tequila is releasing a seasonal tequila made with marigold extract

This first seasonal release from Espolòn, Flor de Oro, was inspired by the ofrendas of Día de los Muertos.
Redwood Empire

Redwood Empire Whiskey is releasing two new unique expressions

The first is Grizzly Beast Bourbon and the second is Rocket Top Rye.
Amaro

Amaro: Everything you ever wanted to know

Unsurprisingly Amaro translates to “bitter” in Italian (the plural form is Amari). It’s the perfect name for this liqueur.