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news2026-06-22
Cadenhead’s 7 Stars / James Eadie’s Trade Mark X 100 Proof (2025)
A review of the Cadenhead's 7 Stars Blended Scotch, a modern version of this independent bottler's heritage brand, plus James Eadie's Trade Mark X 100 Proof.
fromWords of Whisky·byThijs Klaverstijn
news2026-06-22
Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 126, Oceanus Hibernicus
A brand that appears to be dividing opinion is Oceanus Hibernicus. On the one hand it has won a Blended Malt award at the World Whiskies Awards & favorable reviews from punters. On the other side folks dislike it. I’m not sure if the basis for the dislike is the in the nature of the … Continue reading Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 126, Oceanus Hibernicus →
fromWestmeathWhiskeyWorld
news2026-06-22
Amber Beverage to distribute Ron Barceló nationally
An exclusive distribution partnership will position the rum brand to expand its reach across Australia.
fromThe Shout » Whiskey·byAndy Young
news2026-06-22
Two Midleton Very Rare against Two Bushmills
Midleton Very Rare 2003/2025 (58.3%, OB, Irish, Cask Circle, M&C Private Cask Selection, 1st fill bourbon, cask #20139) Midleton Very Rare 2001 (56.2%, OB, Irish, Cask Circle, M&C Private Cask Selection, 1st fill rum cask, cask #65877, 83 bottles, +/-2025) Bushmills 34 yo 1991/2025 (46.2%, The Whisky Blues & Abyss, 1st fill bourbon barrel, cask #11534, 137 bottles) Bushmills 33 yo 1991/2025 (49%, Whisky Pacific, 1st fill bourbon barrel, cask #11537, 183 bottles) Redbreast 20 yo ‘Small Batch’ (60%, OB, The Whisky Exchange, third-fill oloroso sherry cask, 2026)
fromWhiskyfun·bySerge Valentin
news2026-06-21
Bowmore 2007 ‘Gentle Giant’ (Passion for Whisky)
Although we never get enough of the recent wave of Bowmore releases, this one arrived exactly when I just published two or three others. So I postponed it a little. Anyway this Bowmore 18 Year Old gets the title Gentle Giant , because Stefan from Passion for Whisky is tall and looks a bit like a gentle giant. He chose this cask to celebrate his anniversary.  Bowmore 18 yo 2007 (50,3%, Boogieman Whisky Society 2026, bourbon hogshead, 90 btl.) Nose: fresh and maritime, with kelp and crushed shells, wet gravel, minty notes and lots of bright citrus. Lemon juice and candied lemon peels, brine, maybe light peach as well. Not very peaty, there's just a light hint of tarry rope in the distance. Mouth: more smoky now, along with peppermint, more seaweed and drying mineral notes. Mid-palate a short flash of green mango and passion fruit appears, something we're always hoping for. Then also wet wool, more saltiness and lots of cold ashes. Subtle hints of grassy herbs and light resin too. Fi
fromWhiskyNotes
news2026-06-21
Lyre’s and Dry July mark five years of Cocktails for a Cause
As the non-alcoholic category continues to accelerate, the initiative will run throughout July across more than 50 partner venues.
fromThe Shout » Whiskey·byAndy Young
news2026-06-21
Certified Pommelier exam comes to Australia for the first time
Australia will host its first-ever Certified Pommelier exam this October as part of a nationwide cider education roadshow.
fromThe Shout » Whiskey·byAndy Young
news2026-06-21
HQ Build-Out: Episode 2
In this episode, I walk you through everything that happened in week one — the carpenter who knocked out the office and pantry build in about a day and a half, the wall repairs I tackled myself (manage your expectations), and where things stand on the whiskey wall.
fromBourbon & Banter·byFrank Dobbins
news2026-06-21
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
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson
news2026-06-21
The Most Interesting Man Surfaces For Father’s Day
The Most Interesting Man in the World – most well known as the spokesman of Dos Equis’ ongoing “Stay Thirsty” promotional campaign, has surfaced for Father’s Day alongside the Grammy-nominated Música Mexicana band Fuerza Regida. In a promotional video called “The Most Interesting Origins”, the “The Man” interacts within actual archival footage of Fuerza Regida, […]
fromWhisky Critic·byAlex Bean
news2026-06-21
Review: Frey Ranch Bourbon 10 Years Old (2026)
It’s easy to criticize “grain-to-glass” as a designation, but by any definition, Nevada’s Frey Ranch certainly qualifies. The family owned and operated company grows its own grains, then malts, mashes, distills, ages, and bottles all whiskeys on site. They even create their own “peat” via a home-built bioreactor, which accelerates the decay of farm-sourced organic… The post Review: Frey Ranch Bourbon 10 Years Old (2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
fromDrinkhacker > Whiskey·byChristopher Null
news2026-06-21
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
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson
news2026-06-21
Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0%
The Non-Alcoholic market continues to grow despite lagging sales in Alcoholic Beverages. Any Beer or Cider manufacturer without a product in the NA category is missing out. I came across Thatchers Zero Somerset Cider when up in Scotland recently & decided to give it a taste. Thatchers are easily available everywhere in the UK from … Continue reading Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0% →
fromWestmeathWhiskeyWorld
news2026-06-21
A small bag of cat-approved rums
Prata Alambique Magnifica 2 yo (38%, Cadenhead, Brazil, Cachaça, Malternatives Release, +/-2020) Renaissance 2016/2024 ‘Bordeaux Clouded Leopard’ (66.5%, OB, Taiwan, cask #19136, 90 bottles) Tahiti 2017/2023 (57%, S.B.S., French Polynesia, bourbon cask, cask #1423, 277 bottles) Papalin 5 yo ‘High Esters Overproof’ (57%, Velier, Jamaica, 2025) Cuban Rum 33 yo 1992/2025 (59.8%, The Antelope, cask #9207) HPDN 2000/2023 ‘LROK’ (48.6%, Precious Liquors for The Auld Alliance, Jamaica, cask #86, 219 bottles)
fromWhiskyfun·bySerge Valentin
news2026-06-20
Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 Year Old Review
Can one dram prove Scotch isn’t “just Islay”? Discover how Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 delivers sherry-sweet richness, spice, and balance for learners. Read the full article at Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 Year Old Review
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson
news2026-06-20
Where The Liquor Trade Sources
 Fine Food Australia returns to Melbourne from 31 August to […]
fromThe Shout » Whiskey·byAndy Young
news2026-06-20
Old Pulteney Brings Out The Old In Old Pulteney
Highland-based Old Pulteney has released a pair of single malt whiskies – a 30 Year Old and a 50 Year Old – as part of the distillery’s celebration of their 200th anniversary. Old Pulteney 50 Year Old was matured in American oak casks with a splash of seasoning in a European oak cask, bottled at […]
fromWhisky Critic·byAlex Bean
news2026-06-24
June 24: World UFO Day
It's World UFO Day. June 24th was chosen because on this day in 1947, aviator Kenneth Arnold witnessed nine unidentified flying objects performing acrobatic stunts near Mt. Rainier. For the first time, such an event would be widely reported, and the UFO spotting craze was on. So, is there a link between UFO sightings and drinking? There may be. According to a 2014 report which examined the 90,000 reported UFO sightings in the last 40 years, they tended to spike on Fridays during what we'll call "The Drinking Hours." The study tries to suggest that imbibing makes people hallucinate, which as any experienced drinker knows, is nonsense. What's much more likely is that after a few drinks, as we lift ourselves out of our workaday shells and raise our eyes upward and outward, we become more open-minded and sensitive to data that our straight-jacketed sober minds would suppress with rigid doubt and disbelief. So keep your eyes skyward, drunkards!
fromModern Drunkard Magazine·byJake Martin
news2026-06-20
Review: Silverthorn Reserve Blender’s Art Bourbon 10 Years Old and Single Barrel Rye 13 Years Old
Drew Thorn spent more than a decade helping build Sagamore Spirit from an ambitious startup into a nationally recognized whiskey brand. As the company’s CEO, he played a pivotal role in guiding its growth and establishing its place in the modern rye whiskey market. From the beginning, Sagamore Spirit’s identity was rooted in the blending… The post Review: Silverthorn Reserve Blender’s Art Bourbon 10 Years Old and Single Barrel Rye 13 Years Old appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
fromDrinkhacker > Whiskey·byChristopher Null
news2026-06-20
The Bourbons Worth Buying Under $50 This Year, Chosen By A Whisky Expert
Can bourbon under $50 still taste premium? These standout bottles prove you can skip the hype and still pour big flavor for everyday sipping. Read the full article at The Bourbons Worth Buying Under $50 This Year, Chosen By A Whisky Expert
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson
news2026-06-20
John Dewar & Sons Global Marka Elçisi Matthew Cordiner’la Röportaj
John Dewar & Sons malt viskilerinin global marka elçisi Matthew Cordiner İstanbul’daydı. Çok keyifli bir röportaj gerçekleştirdik ve viskide fıçı John Dewar & Sons Global Marka Elçisi Matthew Cordiner’la Röportaj yazısı ilk önce Meleklerin Payı üzerinde ortaya çıktı.
fromMeleklerin Payı
news2026-06-20
Schiehallion Craft Lager, 4.8%, Scotland
I have been to the top of Schiehallion many years ago. It’s an iconic mountain in the Highlands of Scotland. It also happens to be the name of a Craft Lager from Harviestoun Brewery. I occasionally order it on finding it for old times sake. The restaurant I was in happily served it in the … Continue reading Schiehallion Craft Lager, 4.8%, Scotland →
fromWestmeathWhiskeyWorld
news2026-06-19
Terry Bradshaw Debuts TB12 Hazmat Bourbon in Houston
What makes Terry Bradshaw's new TB12 bourbon a "hazmat" release that can't even fly on a plane? The four-time Super Bowl champ just unveiled it in Houston. Read the full article at Terry Bradshaw Debuts TB12 Hazmat Bourbon in Houston
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson
news2026-06-19
Columbia Creek Tennessee Whiskey Review
Can charcoal filtering and 6 years of aging tame a high-corn Tennessee Whiskey? Columbia Creek's bold, spicy profile may surprise you. Read our full review. Read the full article at Columbia Creek Tennessee Whiskey Review
fromThe Whiskey Wash·byScott Bernard Nelson

Cadenhead’s 7 Stars / James Eadie’s Trade Mark X 100 Proof (2025)

Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 126, Oceanus Hibernicus

Amber Beverage to distribute Ron Barceló nationally

Two Midleton Very Rare against Two Bushmills

Bowmore 2007 ‘Gentle Giant’ (Passion for Whisky)

Lyre’s and Dry July mark five years of Cocktails for a Cause

Certified Pommelier exam comes to Australia for the first time

HQ Build-Out: Episode 2

The Whisky Trail White Peak Distillery English Single Malt Whisky Review

The Most Interesting Man Surfaces For Father’s Day

Review: Frey Ranch Bourbon 10 Years Old (2026)

Scotch vs. Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Bottle

Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0%

A small bag of cat-approved rums

Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 Year Old Review

Where The Liquor Trade Sources

Old Pulteney Brings Out The Old In Old Pulteney

June 24: World UFO Day

Review: Silverthorn Reserve Blender’s Art Bourbon 10 Years Old and Single Barrel Rye 13 Years Old

The Bourbons Worth Buying Under $50 This Year, Chosen By A Whisky Expert

John Dewar & Sons Global Marka Elçisi Matthew Cordiner’la Röportaj

Schiehallion Craft Lager, 4.8%, Scotland

Terry Bradshaw Debuts TB12 Hazmat Bourbon in Houston

Columbia Creek Tennessee Whiskey Review