Whisky Culture Curator

Does this sherry-matured NAS Lowland malt from a caddie's dream distillery live up to the hype?

• Expressive nose surprises with sweet vanilla,...

Whiskey fans, grab early-bird tickets now for Hoochenanny Festival Aug. 14-16 at Center Park West!

• Presale action: In-person at Iron Smoke...

Whisky M&A drama escalates – Sazerac approaches Brown-Forman for a potential deal, even as Pernod Ricard 'merger of equals' talks continue.

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Rabbit Hole Distillery just unveiled their newest bourbon! A fresh thrill for whiskey lovers—details incoming from GDL.

Colorado's Woody Creek Distillers launches the William H. Macy Reserve Rye Third Edition on May 15, 2026—a limited, bottled-in-bond 10-year rye at 50%...

Historic milestone: The 2025 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey is the longest-aged Jack Daniel's available, last seen when founder Jack Daniel sold 10-21...

Kentucky gem alert! Casey Jones Distillery's limited Revere Bourbon honors Paul Revere's ride and the US semiquincentennial with a small-batch...

Colorado bourbon rising: Branch & Barrel's Wheated Bourbon scores Double Gold (96 pts) with notes of milk chocolate, honeyed red berries, cashew,...

Tennessee comeback triumph: After a century of prohibition in Hamilton County, Chattanooga Whiskey (founded 2011) launched the “Vote Whiskey” campaign...

Elevate Father's Day gifting with Balvenie's limited-edition pack, blending artistry and Scotch craftsmanship:

• Artist collab: Victo Ngai's seasonal...

Miyagikyo 10 Year Old is back after discontinuation in 2015, re-released in 2025—two years after Yoichi 10yo.

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Key echoes and differences in bourbon headwinds:

• Overproduction: 1960s from wartime fears led to permanent closures; today from boom years, with...

Gear up for Cannon Distillery events blending party vibes with premium pours:

• DJ beats to keep the energy high
• Bourbon tastings of the finest...

Nestled in Yamanashi, Suntory's Hakushu Distillery—the 'mountain forest distillery' and second malt whisky site—captures the essence of Japanese whisky heritage. A must-visit for enthusiasts seeking that unique, nature-inspired character.

Still Austin Rye Cask Strength delivers a WOW! experience, hailed as one of the most remarkable bargains that's simply packed with flavor. Rye enthusiasts rave—100% agreement on its bold appeal.

New Releases

• 🔥 The Glenrothes 51 Years Old: Classic Speyside distillery The Glenrothes released its oldest whisky ever, a 51-year-old single...

Spot your bourbon personality? Phil Dwyer's 7 fun types capture every fan at tastings.

• Allocated Hunter: Maps shops, sniffs George T. Stagg afar
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Exciting times for rye fans and industry watchers:

• William H. Macy releases the third edition of his Reserve Rye from Woody Creek Distillers.
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Innovative packaging trend: Ceramic decanters shaped like Flamingo and Pelican merge art with premium Japanese whisky blends.

• Flamingo (80...

At 79, Stewart Hunter Laing passed peacefully, leaving Ardnahoe—Islay's ninth distillery—as his timeless monument. Late in life, he invested £12...