Last month the world whisky industry came under evaluation once again. Every year, distillers from across the globe vie for top places in the single malt sector. This year, the latest iteration of the World Whisky Masters competition was held at Stereo in London’s Covent Garden in July. To crown the winners, seven panels of judges gathered for the 2024 blind-tasting competition. Notably, the first panel consisted of Ian Wisniewski, […]

Whisky enthusiasts across the UK will wet their palettes for the first in a Korean single malt whisky. Spearheaded by the Pernod Ricard-owned The Whisky Exchange, Korea’s first single malt whisky, Ki One, will hit the UK drinks market. The spirit will retail exclusively by the retail starting August 1. “We’re always on the lookout for up-and-coming distilleries from all over the world, so when we had the opportunity to […]

Glenmorangie is celebrating the launch of its latest innovation, Signet Reserve, aged in Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry casks. The original Signet launched in 2008 was inspired by its ‘beguiling flavor’, freshly brewed Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. One feature of Signet is its creation process, crafted unlike any other spirit. To produce Signet, Glenmorangie’s whisky creation head Bill Lumsden used high-roast ‘chocolate’ malted barley to enhance the flavor. Breaking the fable […]

In a new report published on the Spirit Business, there is a novelty in the whisky industry. As announced,  a new whisky series from Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky is available. The spirits feature some of the brand’s most revered casks. According to the report, the first two editions of the series consist of a 52-year-old Macallan and a 33-year-old Macallan.  In celebration of its 200th anniversary, each expression will be […]

As part of its experimental and innovative whiskeys, Jack Daniel Distillery released Distillery Series Selection #13.  Another Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey twice barreled in new, charred American white oak barrels. A unique grain blend of rye, malted barley, and corn is used to produce the Distillery Series expression. It is charcoal mellowed before maturation in charred American white oak barrels. It is then aged a further 2 1/2 years in […]

Two top English distillers have collaborated in the creation of a unique blended whisky. Dubbed Traitors Ford, the spirit was produced by Cotswolds Distillery and Hook Norton Brewery. The expression is a limited edition release. A blend of rye, corn, and malted barley mash bill is used to make the whisky It was produced at Hook Norton Brewery, in Oxfordshire, England, in 2016, and aged at the Cotswolds Distillery for eight […]

Whisky fans can celebrate the return of Colorado’s bottled-in-bond spirits as Spirit Hound Distillers hit the road. The distillery announced the release of a single barrel rye in the bottled-in-bond American single malt whisky series. According to the distillery, the return of Spirit Hound’s 6-Year Single Barrel Bottled-in-Bond is an anticipated event. The distillery has previously released the spirit to a welcoming market. “Our Bottled-in-Bond whisky program is a testament […]

The Singleton announces its new travel retail exclusive collection of single malts, called “Gardens of Abundance.” Included in this collection are four distinct whiskies: Radiant Spring Garden, Golden Autumn Orchard, Exotic Spice Grove, and Deep Forest Riches. This summer, Diageo Global Travel will launch its largest malts collection ever with the Gardens of Abundance collection. The new expression will be available in airports worldwide.  Ideally, whisky enthusiasts can engage and […]

Blending vibrant fruity-floral notes with sweet-smoky character, Rampur Distillery’s award-winning Sangam World Malt Whisky stands out in its category. Esteemed by whisky enthusiasts, this spirit won a gold medal at the John Barleycorn Awards. Further solidifying its status as a premier choice. Rampur Distillery has gained a solid reputation in Indian whisky circles for its exceptional offerings. At the same time, enjoying significant success in recent years with various expressions […]

A popular Sherry cask culture has been shaping a new trend in the single malt whisky industry jolting brands to wake up. Although Tomatin has historically used this type of cask, it has created a new series expanding its usage. The new collection employs different casks to extract a unique blend. Dubbed The Sherry Collection, the new series was matured in Manzanilla, Palo Cortado, and Pedro Ximénez (PX) butts. While […]

After launching Fawn Weaver’s New York Times best-seller “Love & Whiskey,” Uncle Nearest has unveiled the first in a series of exclusive bottlings containing unreleased chapters. As a tribute to Uncle Nearest’s seventh anniversary, the Tennessee distillery released Lost Chapter 1 – 777 on Friday. It is a 7-year-old barrel-strength whiskey bottled between 110 and 120 proof.  Notably, there will be just 7,000 bottles available. Customers who purchase a bottle […]

Asia has received a new list of its top bars and lounges across the continent and islands. Perrier announced the 50 Best Bars in Asia 2024 at a live awards ceremony in Hong Kong. The highly-anticipated countdown featured bars from 18 cities, culminating in Bar Leone in Hong Kong being named The Best Bar in Asia. In addition to claiming the title of The Best Bar in Hong Kong, Bar […]

Three Japanese whiskies are coming! Popular Japan’s Kanosuke Distillery enters the US drinks market with three of its most desired spirits. The distillery is introducing a single malt, a single grain, and a blended whisky. According to a press release, three expressions from Kanosuke Distillery’s core range of whiskies will arrive in the US this summer. A spokesperson from the company highlighted the euphoria felt on finally completing all processes […]