Lagavulin Unleashes Sweet Peat
Islay-based Lagavulin has released Sweet Peat – adding some sweet elements to Lagavulin’s well known reputation as a heavily peated, smoky Scotch whisky. Lagavulin Sweet Peat was aged 11 years in first-fill American oak ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 43% alcohol by volume [86 proof] and is said to contain notes of apple, toffee and vanilla […]
Arbikie Debuts Trio Of Single Malts
Highland-based Arbikie Estate Distillery recently debuted a trio of single malt whisky launches from the distillery which only began operations in 2014. Arbikie’s The Signature is a 10-year-old single malt matured in ex-bourbon casks and is currently scheduled for a summer 2026 release for $340 per bottle. Arbikie’s The Journey is a series of nine […]
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society Ready for Distillers One of One
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has unveiled its unique decanter that will be showcased at the Distillers One of One auction. The auction will open on October 3, 2023, and the SMWS has teased the public with its creation. According to information released through its website, the special expression is dubbed The Only Drop. The whisky was matured over 33 years and pays homage to a historic Speyside distillery. The […]
Jeff Goes To The Tropics
Pernod Ricard-owned Jefferson’s Bourbon has released – Tropics Aged In Humidity: Finished In Singapore – a bourbon aged in the Singapore heat as the initial entry in their climate-focused Tropics series. Jefferson’s Tropics Aged in Humidity: Finished in Singapore began as Kentucky straight Bourbon, matured four to five years in Kentucky before being finished 18 months in Singapore, bottled at 52% alcohol by volume [104 proof] and is said to […]
Crispin Cider – Don’t Call It A Comeback
Crispin Cider has re-launched after spending two years in limbo, after a licensing agreement between parent company Molson Coors and the newly created Minneapolis Cider Company was finalized. Crispin was originally founded in 2004, then acquired by Molson Coors [then Miller Coors] in 2012, but shuttered in 2021. Meanwhile, nearby Minneapolis Cider Company opened in 2014 and has thrived. The reborn Crispin Cider will launch with three ciders in October […]
Isle of Harris Distillery to Launch First Single Malt Whisky
The Isle of Harris Distillery is ready to roll out its first single malt whisky this September. Dubbed the Haerach, the drink honors the Island people of the Hebridean island. According to details, the distillery opened its doors in 2015 on one of the small outer islands called Taberet. At that point, it launched its famous flagship drink, the Harris Gin. During its short stint on the island, Harris Distillery […]
Tullamore D.E.W. Searches For Isobel
Isobel goes missing but Irish whiskey brand Tullamore D.E.W. stays home with a celebration of the town of Tullamore in County Offaly, Ireland, in their promotional video entitled “Where’s Isobel?” The promotion was unique in that it was both filmed on location in Tullamore and starring local residents, the vast majority of whom had never acted before – although they are well-known in Tullamore – the exceptions being the distillery […]
Super Spy James Bond Whisky Goes to Auction
Bonhams will showcase the Macallan James Bond whisky in a special edition auction this September. The limited edition collection of the Bond film franchise will join the festivities of the 60th anniversary of the super spy. The world’s international auction house, Bonhams, will open a limited edition spirit showcase later this month. Among the special expressions will be the famous Macallan James Bond which will represent distinct decades of the […]
Michter’s Gets Toasty With Toasted Rye
Kentucky-based Michter’s has released US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye – showcasing the art of toasting, which heats the inside of the barrel at a lower temperature for a longer period of time. Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye was initially fully matured in barrels then and transferred to secondary barrels made of wood that were air-dried outdoors for 24 months and toasted, not charred, then bottled at 54.5% alcohol by […]
Kandoblanc Ltd to Debut First Whisky
A new whisky distillery, Kandoblanc, will debut its first whisky flavor. Kandoblanc Limited will roll out a new whisky at the Distillers One on One auction in October at Sotheby’s. According to Dhavall Gandhi, owner of the new whisky brand, the new spirit, Aga, was named after his son. The expression reflects a fusion of ideas, cultures, and historical tastes. He said that: “I believe in the art of duality […]
Ardbeg Reveals Lucky 13-Year-Old
Islay distillery Ardbeg has released a ‘smoky-sweet’ 13-year-old whisky as the inaugural offering in their new Anthology Collection which will feature ‘experimental’ single malts matured in cask types that are new to the distillery. Ardbeg Anthology: The Harpy’s Tale, was aged for 13 years in both ex-bourbon and sweet Sauternes wine casks, bottled at 46% alcohol by volume [92 proof] and is said to offer notes of apricot, coconut, coriander, […]
Lochlea Produces Second Crop Of Harvest Edition
Lochlea has released the Harvest Edition Second Crop – the second offering of their seasonal single malt whisky series. Lochlea Harvest Edition Second Crop single malt whisky was aged in a quartet of Tawny and Ruby Port casks, STR (shaved, charred and re-toasted) barriques and first-fill bourbon barrels, bottled at 46% alcohol by volume [92 proof] and is said to offer notes of dates, marmalade, pink peppercorns and red grapes. […]
Metropolis – Compass Box Distillery Adds Metropolis Whisky to Extinct Blends Quartet
Metropolis whisky has become the latest expression in the Extinct Blends Quartet series. Scotch whisky distillery Compass Box continues to revive forgotten tastes in its portfolio. According to the distillery, the special collection will feature four bottlings in a whisky renaissance. The project will roll back the curtain of whiskies lost to history to open a new homage to spirits. Metropolis whisky became the third addition to the edition which […]
Ampersand Projects Rolls Out Whisky & Soda Brand
Ampersand Projects has launched two new Whisky & Soda beverages. The company has amplified its famous Soda & brand. According to a recent post on The Shout, two new ‘whisky in a can‘ beverages will become available in stores. Ampersand Projects, renowned for Vodka and the Soda & brands, will be adding two lime-flavored drinks. The first is Whisky & Soda Lime, and the other, Whisky and Dry Lime. Ampersand […]
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