Updated September 14, 2016 – After years of speculation over when Ardbeg might bring out a new single malt with an age statement, the wait… Read More
Stories
Whisky is a passion to explore. From the history of the spirit to the evolution of the industry, the story of whisky helps fuel that passion. Often, it’s easy to forget that whisky is also a global multibillion dollar industry. The stories of whisky — from news and new releases to in-depth inquires and what goes on behind the label — blend together to help us appreciate the spirit of whisky.
Bloomberg: Utah’s High West Could Bring $100 Million at Auction
September 9, 2016 – Utah’s High West Distillery is on the auction block, according to Bloomberg News, which cites sources familiar with the company’s plans. According… Read More
Buffalo Trace Releases 2016 Antique Collection Whiskies
September 7, 2016 – Buffalo Trace is out with the 2016 edition of its highly-regarded Antique Collection, including the first new edition of 18-year-old Sazerac… Read More
Redbreast Adds to Range with New Lustau Edition
September 1, 2016 – Irish Distillers is expanding the Redbreast line of single pot still Irish whiskies with a new expression that highlights the brand’s… Read More
Can Your Personality Help You Pick a Whisky?
August 23, 2016 – With thousands of different whiskies to choose from, whisky drinkers can often be baffled by the possibilities when trying to pick… Read More
Balblair 1990 Takes Spirit of Whisky Fringe Award
August 22, 2016 – For the third year in a row, a single malt from Inver House Distillers has taken top honors at the Whisky… Read More
Diageo Responds to Masters of Whisky Controversy
August 14, 2016 – Following several days of criticism on social media over its decision to dissolve the long-running Masters of Whisky education program, Diageo… Read More
Old Jameson Distillery To Receive €11 Million Upgrade
August 11, 2016 – One of Ireland’s most popular whisky attractions is scheduled to close at the end of the month for an €11 million… Read More
Construction to Begin in October on Second Arran Distillery
August 9, 2016 – On the same day that Isle of Arran touted a record day for tours (300) at its 21-year-old distillery in Lochranza… Read More
Review: The Glenlivet’s Pullman Train Collection
August 5, 2016 – Believe it or not, there was once a time when passenger trains were popular for cross-country travel in the United States. Baseball… Read More
SWA’s Frost: Brexit Might Have Long-Term Benefit for Scotch Whisky
August 4, 2016 – While pundits and politicians have been wringing their hands over the overall impact of the United Kingdom’s June vote to exit the European… Read More
Barry Walsh: 1940-2016
August 4, 2016 – Barry Walsh, one of the leaders of the Irish Whiskey industry for many years, passed away July 30 after a battle… Read More