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Glenkinchie 2008 / Caol Ila 2007 (DeinWhisky)
We received a package with two new releases from Sansibar . These are white label bottlings exclusively available from DeinWhisky , from Glenkinchie and Caol Ila distilleries. Both whiskies are 18 years old and come from a sherry cask but with a clearly different cask influence. Glenkinchie 18 yo 2008 (54,1%, Sansibar for DeinWhisky.de 2026, Oloroso sherry hogshead, 273 btl.) Nose: a juicy style of sherry, with sweet and sour berries at the fore. Damsons, sour cherries, hints of strawberry jam. This is lifted by some cinnamon and peppermint, leading up to subtle floral top notes. Then light cocoa and herbal honey. The fruitiness and elegance are quite excellent. Mouth: now clearly more spicy and even a little tannic. There are dried herbs and drops of strong coffee along with plain winey notes. Also toffee sweetness, red fruits again (plums and cranberry) with some mint chocolate. Finish: medium to long, with a peppery and floral note as well as some citrus and toffee.Although it
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Redemption Bourbon (2026 Revamp)
I’d like to thank the folks at Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits and their PR partners for providing this sample with no strings attached. Do you remember a couple of weeks ago when we were doing the BourbonGuy Brackets? I had one matchup where I said both of the competitors were “products in transition.” Well, shortly after I published the results of the bracket competition, I got an email from the producers of one of those products, completely coincidentally. They were announcing the new bottle and proof of Redemption Bourbon—an announcement that I had apparently scooped by looking at their website. I immediately asked for a sample to be sent to me. I was very interested to give the proof bump a thorough look. When it arrived, I noticed that it also had a higher stated age than previously, having gone from a 2-year-old at 88 proof to a 3-year-old at 92 proof. All good things, especially since it is still distilled in Indiana (assuming MGP) and there is some fantastic bourbon coming out o
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F1 Racer Charles Leclerc Debuts 16-Year-Old Whisky Alongside Chivas Regal
On Wednesday, Scottish whisky brand Chivas Regal announced the release a 16-year-old expression developed in collaboration with Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc as part of the brand’s expanding push into global sports partnerships. The limited-edition release, available nationwide at a suggested retail price of $69.99, marks Leclerc’s debut signature blend and represents the first time […]
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20 Joyous Wines, All Under $20
The price of almost everything is rising, including wine. But distinctive, delicious bottles can still be found in the $15 to $20 range.
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Brown-Forman And Pernod Ricard End Merger Talks
By Richard Thomas Late Tuesday it was announced by the parties concerned that the merger negotiations between French drinks goliath Pernod-Ricard and Kentucky and Tennessee whiskey magnate Brown-Forman proved unable to reach mutually agreeable terms and were terminated. Roughly a month has passed since the two companies confirmed rumors that they were in talks over …
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Arran Machrie Moor Scotch Review
By Genevieve Jacot-Guillarmod Rating: B+ Lochranza Distillery is located on the Isle of Arran, and produces the Arran range of whisky. The distillery was only established in the 1990s, marking the return of legal whisky production to the island after a long absence. Machrie Moor is a no-age-statement single malt intended to showcase a peated …
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Long Time Iron Fish Fan and Spirits Leader Joins Executive Team
Michigan’s First Farm Distillery Welcomes New Chief Sales & Business Development Officer (Thompsonville, MI) May, 2026 – Iron Fish Distillery is pleased to announce the appointment of Jesse Scherzer as Chief Sales & Business Development Officer, further strengthening the distillery’s leadership team as the company continues its growth across key markets. Scherzer will lead the […] The post Long Time Iron Fish Fan and Spirits Leader Joins Executive Team appeared first on Iron Fish Distillery .
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Blue Run Unveils New Flagship Series, Blueprint
Blue Run Spirits has announced that going forward its new standard bearer will be the Blue Run Blueprint Series. The inaugural release, blended by the brand’s Head of Whiskey and Innovation, Shaylyn Gammon, the 105 proof Blue Run Blueprint Series Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a combination of two unique mashbills: one wheated, and the …
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Indiana’s Starlight Distillery Releases Bonded Bourbon
Starlight Distillery in Indiana has proudly announced the release of its newest Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, a deeply personal and meticulously crafted expression curated by Dana Huber. This limited small-batch release represents seven years of dedication, learning, and thoughtful selection—culminating in a bourbon that reflects both family tradition and individual vision. For years, Dana Huber has worked …
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LA Sparks Guard Kelsey Plum Launches Limited-Edition Maker’s Mark Bourbon
On Wednesday, Maker’s Mark unveiled a partnership with Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum to launch a limited-edition Private Selection bourbon, marking the brand’s latest crossover into sports and culture ahead of the 2026 WNBA season. The release, called “Yam Jam by Kelsey Plum,” will be available beginning May 7 at select retailers in Los […]
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Bedford Park IB tasting – April 2026
Bedford Park is a Toronto-based independent bottler who we’ve used for our last two custom bottlings . We’ve long said we needed to do a tasting with them, and in April it finally happened. We didn’t take many pictures, but the line-up was well-received and favourites varied greatly! The artwork on the latter 4 you can see are part of a theme of Chess pieces, … The post Bedford Park IB tasting – April 2026 appeared first on Toronto Whisky Society .
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Patio Perfection: The Best Brewery Patios in BC
There’s something special about patio season in British Columbia. Long summer days, fresh local beer, and a seat in the sunshine have a way of bringing people together. From waterfront decks and mountain-view taprooms to urban patios tucked into vibrant neighbourhoods, brewery patios offer some of the best places to gather, unwind, and enjoy the … Continued The post Patio Perfection: The Best Brewery Patios in BC appeared first on The BC Ale Trail .
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Shelter Point Distillery – Vancouver Island, BC
West coast, best coast. I love the Maritimes, don’t get me wrong, but BC hits differently, and Vancouver Island may be my favourite place in Canada. I’ve been a few times, and one time back in 2019, I managed to convince my wife and some friends to drive up to Campbell River to visit Shelter Point Distillery. Why am I posting this now instead of … The post Shelter Point Distillery – Vancouver Island, BC appeared first on Toronto Whisky Society .
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Meet the Buyers Pouring Next
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Review: Bernheim Original Celebrates 20 Years with Two Releases
Heaven Hill is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Bernheim wheat whiskey with two special releases: A 10 year old and a new batch of Barrel Proof. Read our reviews.
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Au château Clarke, le changement dans la continuité
Le groupe Edmond de Rothschild annonce un changement de gouvernance technique avec la nomination officielle de Fabrice Bandiera au poste de Directeur Technique du pôle bordelais. Ce dernier, qui supervisait déjà depuis 30 ans le château des Laurets sur la rive droite, prend en complément les rênes du château Clarke, la pépite médocaine du groupe. […] Cet article Au château Clarke, le changement dans la continuité est apparu en premier sur Terre de Vins .
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Grasmere Distillery Plans First Whisky From Cumbrian Barley
Can a tiny Lake District distillery craft a whisky made entirely from Cumbrian ingredients? Grasmere Distillery is growing its own barley to find out.
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Any Joy Pale Ale – Boundary x ASIWYFA 4.5% ABV
We’ve been on a lil streak of good weather recently and I found myself in Ballymena on Saturday with some time to kill before meeting pals. So, I did the first thing came to mind, hit Cellar 13 for a few craftybois to sit in the park with. Here’s a review of one of the […]
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Scarcity, quality make Rare Perfection 10 year Bourbon a Worthy Find
Calling it "just another 10 year old bourbon" also is an understatement. This is a bold and beautiful cask strength pour that shows its maturity and complexity right from the opening. Most whiskies of this age need a little room to stretch out in the glass, but not this one.
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CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced
The UK’s most visually stunning, lovingly restored, and historically significant pubs have been revealed by CAMRA. The Woodman, in Digbeth, Birmingham. Photograph: James O Davies CAMRA’s Pub Design Awards celebrate not only the UK’s best-looking pubs, but those which have been lovingly revamped or refurbished. There are also ambitious conversions, and buildings which have made a real […] The post CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced first appeared on Beer Today . The post CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced appeared first on Beer Today .
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R.I.P Derek Mather
R.I.P Derek Mather Chef, Restaurateur, Whisky Legend It is with profound sadness that we mark the passing of Derek Mather, the heart and soul behind […]
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Bruichladdich 21 Years Re/Define (2024)
A review of the Bruichladdich 21 Years Re/Define, matured exclusively on Islay for over two decades.
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Whisky Cask Investment Returns: What to Realistically Expect
“How much can you make from a whisky cask investment?” That is one of the questions most buyers ask at some point during any call about buying whisky casks. The honest answer is that it depends on so many factors that the answer usually takes at least five minutes to run through. It depends far […]
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Don’t Miss These Boatyard x Cocchi Martinis in London June 12-20!!
From 12-20 June 2026, six East London best-loved bars will serve Boatyard x Cocchi Martinis as part of a walkable cocktail trail celebrating the drink of the moment. In celebration of World Martini Day, Boatyard Distillery and Cocchi Vermouth have joined forces to launch The East London Martini Map, a week-long initiative which embraces the