2023 has been a year full of record-breaking whisky feats. From the largest bottle of Scotch whisky to most participants in an online whisky-tasting event. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is celebrating its new Guinness World Record. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), Edinburgh, has become the latest world record holder after amassing more than […]
In autumn, some of the country’s most respected spirits producers release limited-edition blends. The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection is one such release. It’s no secret that Buffalo Trace has been around for a long time, founded in 1869. The Antique Collection is important in making Buffalo Trace Distillery a renowned whiskey maker. This brand of […]
A new Mexican corn whisky has entered the US drinks market. Known as Gran Maizal, the corn-based spirit is drawn from the ancestral heritage of Mexico. The new Mexican whiskey, founded by Cesar Ayala and Gonzalo de la Pezuela, is crafted from ingredients from ancient Mexico. It will support small-scale farmers while promoting maize biodiversity. […]
Laguna Beach, California-based Phenomenal Spirits has their inaugural rye whiskey – RY3 Cask Strength Cigar Series. Phenomenal Spirits RY3 Cask Strength Cigar Series was finished in a trio of casks — rum, Madeira and Naranja (orange) – then, subsequently aged in toasted French oak staves. The series is targeted at ‘Bourbon and rye aficionados, cigar […]
Legendary rockstar Rod Stewart joined hands with Duncan Frew and Loch Lomond Distillery to launch a new whisky brand. The spirit known as Wolfie’s is live in many European countries. Although Rod Stewart might not become a Tequila fan anytime soon, he is certainly a lot more than a whisky fan. The famous rock singer […]
Taiwanese distillery, Kavalan, has joined tons of whisky brands that will showcase their products at the Whisky Live Paris. The whisky festival will run from October 21 – 23, 2023. After a gear sabbatical due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Whisky Live Paris will unleash hundreds of whisky expressions to visitors. The Kavalan brand will boast […]
On November 1, 2003, Suntory Spirits will reopen its Japanese whisky distillery to the public. The company will host two distillery tours to showcase the newly renovated facilities. Earlier this year, the company disclosed its plan to invest over US$77 million in improving its Yamazaki Distillery. The renovations are planned as part of the company’s […]