February 25, 2015 – Production is scheduled to resume later today at Diageo’s Burghead Maltings in Moray, Scotland, following a fire inside one of the… 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.
Pappy Van Winkle 20 Takes Best Bourbon Honors in World Whiskies Awards
February 24, 2015 – Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 20-year-old was named Best Bourbon in the 2015 World Whiskies Awards presented by Whisky Magazine, while… Read More
Irish Distillers to Release Irish Oak-Finished Midleton
February 24, 2015 – For the first time, Irish Distillers will release a special version of Midleton finished in virgin Irish Oak casks made of… Read More
Duncan Taylor’s Black Bull Goes Racing
February 23, 2015 – Duncan Taylor & Company’s Black Bull Blended Scotch Whisky is hitting the track for the third straight season with the Ecurie… Read More
Jim Beam Latest Target in Bourbon Class-Action Lawsuits
February 21, 2015 – A California law firm is doubling down in its legal fight against Beam Suntory over claims that two of the company’s… Read More
Double Barrel, Single Grain
February 19, 2015 – Irish craft distiller Glendalough has added a new whiskey to its range, the single grain Double Barrel. The whiskey is distilled… Read More
Whisky Magazine Names 3 to Hall of Fame
February 19, 2015 – Whisky Magazine has named three new inductees to its Hall of Fame, with the inductions coming at next week’s North America… Read More
Ranger Creek Wins Best of Show in ACSA Competition
February 19, 2015 – San Antonio’s Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling took top honors in the American Craft Spirits Association’s second annual spirits judging, with… Read More
The Macallan Expands 1824 Luxury Range
February 19, 2015 – Following up on the 2013 launch of The Macallan M, Edrington has expanded what will now be known as The 1824… Read More
Highland Park Completes Valhalla Series with Odin
February 16, 2015 – After four years of annual releases, Highland Park has completed its Valhalla Collection of limited-edition single malts with the release of Odin.… Read More
More Makeovers in Bourbon Country
February 16, 2015 – Nips, tucks, and facelifts aren’t a part of the current makeover craze in Bourbon Country, but new labels, bottles, and even… Read More
New Bourbons From Jim Beam & Diageo’s Orphan Barrel Project
February 11, 2015 – Another week, another batch of new Bourbons. Jim Beam is returning to a place in Bourbon history with the release of… Read More