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The 2026 SFWSC Special Barrel-Finished Bourbon Finalists: 5 Bottles in Contention
Five finished bourbons will compete for top honors at the Top Shelf Gala in November this year. Today, we take a closer look at the finalists. Read the full article at The 2026 SFWSC Special Barrel-Finished Bourbon Finalists: 5 Bottles in Contention
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Booker’s Bourbon Batch 2026-01 ‘The Big Easy’ Review
Can Booker’s “Big Easy” Batch capture New Orleans in a glass? Dive into Batch 2026-01 at 129.1 proof—plus tasting notes from nose to finish. Read the full article at Booker’s Bourbon Batch 2026-01 ‘The Big Easy’ Review
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The Best Indian Single Malt Whisky From The International Wine & Spirits Competition 2026
Only one Indian single malt won Gold at IWSC 2026, so which bottle claimed the top spot, and which nine Silver medalists joined it on the world stage? Read the full article at The Best Indian Single Malt Whisky From The International Wine & Spirits Competition 2026
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The Best Value Gold Medal Rye Whiskeys From The San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
Which Double Gold rye whiskeys deliver serious flavor without wild prices? These seven bottles prove rye’s range. Read the full article at The Best Value Gold Medal Rye Whiskeys From The San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
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Award Winning Bowmore 12 Drops To £30 At Tesco — £14.50 Off And Cheaper Than Amazon
Fancy an award-winning Islay single malt for nearly a third off? Tesco's £30 Clubcard price on Bowmore 12 beats Amazon and every major retailer — but is it for you? Read the full article at Award Winning Bowmore 12 Drops To £30 At Tesco — £14.50 Off And Cheaper Than Amazon
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Chiave Shoreditch Unveils Summer Cocktail Menu by Bilal Tekec
What happens when award-winning mixology meets a Copenhagen-made sound system? Chiave's new summer cocktail menu blends cutting-edge technique with late-night energy. Read the full article at Chiave Shoreditch Unveils Summer Cocktail Menu by Bilal Tekec
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Spirit of Speyside Distilled Returns for 10th Anniversary
After a one-year hiatus, can Speyside's Distilled event reclaim its crown? Discover what's in store for its 10th anniversary, from masterclasses to premium pours. Read the full article at Spirit of Speyside Distilled Returns for 10th Anniversary
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The Deanston Sherry Cask Finish: When a Whisky Might Be Too Cheap for Its Own Good
Can a £20 single malt be too cheap to trust? This Deanston Sherry Cask Finish review breaks down flavour, value—and where the money really goes. Read the full article at The Deanston Sherry Cask Finish: When a Whisky Might Be Too Cheap for Its Own Good
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American Whiskey Toasts US 250th at Embassy Events Worldwide
How will American whiskey help celebrate America's 250th anniversary? The AWA is taking iconic bourbons to US embassy events across six global markets. Read the full article at American Whiskey Toasts US 250th at Embassy Events Worldwide
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4th Annual American Whiskey Festival Returns to Louisville
Want to taste pours from over 40 American whiskey brands in one night? Louisville's free American Whiskey Festival returns in 2026—here's everything you need to know. Read the full article at 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival Returns to Louisville
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Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Batch Alpha-1 Bourbon Liqueur
What happens when a sold-out bourbon liqueur gets a sequel wrapped in a sci-fi crash-landing tale? Chattanooga Whiskey's Batch Alpha-1 arrives June 2026. Read the full article at Chattanooga Whiskey Unveils Batch Alpha-1 Bourbon Liqueur
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Dogfish Head x Rolling Stone American Single Malt Whiskey
What happens when a craft distillery teams up with a music legend? Dogfish Head and Rolling Stone unveil a rare whiskey aged in 12 different barrels. Read the full article at Dogfish Head x Rolling Stone American Single Malt Whiskey
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The 5 Finalists for Best Straight Bourbon at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
Five straight bourbons earned Double Gold and a shot at SFWSC Best of Class glory—but only one can win. Which celebrated bottle deserves the top honor? Read the full article at The 5 Finalists for Best Straight Bourbon at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026
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Willett Distillery Fills First Barrel at New Springfield Site
What does the first barrel at Willett's new Springfield site mean for the family-owned distillery? Discover the milestone connecting legacy with future growth. Read the full article at Willett Distillery Fills First Barrel at New Springfield Site
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Blue Note Bourbon Expands to Indiana and Nebraska Markets
Where can you now find Memphis's award-winning Blue Note Bourbon? B.R. Distilling has just added two new states and a fresh Kentucky distributor to its growing network. Read the full article at Blue Note Bourbon Expands to Indiana and Nebraska Markets
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Rare Find Unveils Summer 2026 Single Cask Scotch Collection
What happens when four distillery spirits meet bourbon, Napa wine and oloroso sherry casks? Rare Find's Summer 2026 Collection reveals four single cask contrasts. Read the full article at Rare Find Unveils Summer 2026 Single Cask Scotch Collection
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Ardgowan Distillery Secures Additional Investment For Single Malt Production
What does it take to build Scotland's newest distillery? Ardgowan just secured £18.2 million in funding as it edges closer to its inaugural single malt release. Read the full article at Ardgowan Distillery Secures Additional Investment For Single Malt Production
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Lancaster Spirits Co. Launches Experimental Peat Programme
What happens when a young English distillery embraces smoke for the first time? Lancaster Spirits Co. is filling 20 peated casks in 2026—and they're already selling out. Read the full article at Lancaster Spirits Co. Launches Experimental Peat Programme
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Gordon & MacPhail Launches Connoisseurs Choice Heritage Series with 1960s Longmorn Single Malt
Which whisky range gave countless drinkers their first taste of single malt Scotch? Gordon & MacPhail revives its iconic Connoisseurs Choice collection. Read the full article at Gordon & MacPhail Launches Connoisseurs Choice Heritage Series with 1960s Longmorn Single Malt
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Ledaig Castaway Scotch Whisky Review
Can rum and tequila casks elevate coastal peat? Ledaig Castaway answers with brine, smoke, lime-agave zing and flashes of tropical sweetness. Read the full article at Ledaig Castaway Scotch Whisky Review
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The Best Whisky Highballs: 5 IWSC Winners to Pour This Summer
Which whiskies make the best summer highballs? Meet five IWSC silver winners built for fizz, ice, fruit, smoke and refreshment. Read the full article at The Best Whisky Highballs: 5 IWSC Winners to Pour This Summer
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The Bourbons I’d Actually Spend My Own Money On In 2026
Overwhelmed by 2026 bourbon hype? Which bottles are actually worth your money—at every budget? This guide names the buys that deliver. Read the full article at The Bourbons I’d Actually Spend My Own Money On In 2026
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The Whisky Trail White Peak Distillery English Single Malt Whisky Review
Can a quiet Derbyshire distillery craft an English single malt that balances orchard fruit, soft smoke, and real drinkability? Here's what White Peak delivers. Read the full article at The Whisky Trail White Peak Distillery English Single Malt Whisky Review
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Scotch vs. Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Bottle
Scotch or bourbon—why do they taste so different, and which should you buy next? This guide breaks down grains, casks, rules, and flavor. Read the full article at Scotch vs. Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Bottle