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 […]

Investigators from the OLA have dismantled a smuggling scheme involving premium vodka and whisky from across continents. The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) successfully coordinated the bust.  OLAF provided information that led to the seizure of almost 400 thousand bottles worth about €14 million. As part of the scam, counterfeit spirits were transshipped via the Caucasus to many EU ports. The agency,  OLAF, EU Member States, and third-country authorities disrupted the scheme. […]

A new partnership has been announced between SipWell Brands and organic distillery Nc’nean. The distributor will place their single malt whiskies and botanical spirits to travel retail channels. The partnership will expand Nc’nean’s presence in key global hubs and destination airports with SipWell Brands’ distribution chain. In 2013, Annabel Thomas founded the Nc’nean distillery on the Morvern Peninsula, Scottish Highlands. Being a zero-waste distillery, it is known for its innovative […]

A recent report on the Whiskey Wash outlines a new collaboration between House of Suntory and Harrods. The partnership will release a limited edition Hibiki Japanese Harmony Harrods 175th Anniversary Edition. Honoring its anniversary, the distillery will roll out only 175 bottles of the new spirit. In 1834, Charles Henry Harrod founded Harrods as a grocery store and tea merchant. In 1849, the store moved to its Knightsbridge location offering […]

When the Lochside Distillery was demolished in 2005, a part of its heritage remained in spirits being released. Two new whiskies have joined the rarest and oldest expressions on shelves today. In tribute to the rich history of Lochside, Duncan Taylor has launched a 40-year-old and a 60-year-old spirit. Both whiskies are part of Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky’s Rarest Edition Collection. The first, dubbed the Miltonduff whisky, comes from a […]

During the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024, Loch Lomond won 21 awards in 2018. Following the accolades, it recently packaged its oldest spirit, a 50-year-old single malt whisky. The expression rushes to the market this July. In 1973, this whisky was distilled from unpeated barley and was aged in refill ex-bourbon barrels for over 38 years. Loch Lomond’s unique distilling blends orchard fruits, sweet honey, and light smoke, and […]

Single malt whisky distillery Ardbeg Islay announced the release of its second Anthology Collection. Dubbed the Ardbeg Anthology: The Unicorn’s Tale, the limited edition expression is matured in Madeira wine casks and bourbon casks. Ideally aged 14 years, the spirit emits aromas including notes of banana, menthol, and lime. According to a press release, the Ardbeg anthology features single malts made from classic Ardbeg stock with experimental stock.  Notably, all […]

Seven editions of Chichibu whisky were released from 2022 to 2025 as part of the 7even Gods of Fortune series. Originally released in 2022, the seventh edition of this series is Fukurokuju, named after a god worshipped in Japan since the Middle Ages. The series has released Ebisu, Hotei, Bishamonten, and Benzaitan single cask whiskies. It is said that all seven expressions “share the fortune of the very best Chichibu […]

This year’s Beerfest Asia, Asia’s largest beer festival, will be held at Kallang Outdoor Arena from July 11-14, 2024. More than 600 brews will be available to festival-goers and the theme will be cyberpunk. The festival will feature an international line-up of drafts, crafts, entertainment, and food in one immersive space. According to a press release, tons of new companies find a launching pad in the annual festival. Some brewers […]