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Michter’s Distillery: Inside America’s Most Admired Whiskey Brand
If you’ve spent any time exploring American whiskey, you’ve almost certainly come across the name Michter’s, and with good reason. This is a brand that carries genuine weight, deep history, and a reputation for producing some of the most sought-after bourbon and rye whiskey in the world right now. So, let’s pull up a chair, […] The post Michter’s Distillery: Inside America’s Most Admired Whiskey Brand appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Fannys Bay Distillery – Northern Tasmania’s Coastal Single Malt.
If you love small-batch whisky with a salty Tassie wink, Fannys Bay Distillery should be on your bucket list, and in your glass. Nestled just a short stroll from the wild waters of Bass Strait on Tasmania’s north coast, Mathew and Julie Cooper have been producing their artisan whisky at their home in Tam O’Shanter/Lulworth […] The post Fannys Bay Distillery – Northern Tasmania’s Coastal Single Malt. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Lawrenny Estate Distillery: Tasmania’s Paddock-to-Bottle Whisky Revolution
Discover the soul of Tasmanian whisky and the story behind one of Australia’s most authentic estate distilleries. Lawrenny Estate Quick Summary Hidden in Tasmania’s misty Central Highlands lies Lawrenny Estate Distillery – a rare, fully integrated paddock-to-bottle whisky maker where barley, water, copper […] The post Lawrenny Estate Distillery: Tasmania’s Paddock-to-Bottle Whisky Revolution appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Wilson & Morgan Is Back in Australia – A Whisky Lover’s Dream Returns!
Get ready, whisky enthusiasts! Our highly anticipated 2nd allocation of Wilson & Morgan is coming. Renowned for their exceptional cask selection and unapologetic dedication to quality, Wilson & Morgan’s new allocation arriving in early 2026 is set to deliver rare age statements, legendary distillery releases, and cask strength masterpieces – all at incredible price points. […] The post Wilson & Morgan Is Back in Australia – A Whisky Lover’s Dream Returns! appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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WM Cadenhead’s: Scotland’s Oldest Independent Whisky Bottler.
If you’re a whisky enthusiast, chances are you’ve heard of WM Cadenhead’s – Scotland’s oldest independent bottler. Founded in 1842, this legendary name has built a reputation for bottling some of the most unique, and characterful whiskies available today. Image courtesy of WM Cadenhead’s Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your whisky journey, […] The post WM Cadenhead’s: Scotland’s Oldest Independent Whisky Bottler. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Furneaux Distillery: Through Rugged Isolation – Perfection Soars!
Chapter 26 in our series of celebrating Australian whisky takes us to Furneaux distillery at Flinders Island where the intense connections between people and the land synergise as one to create a whisky wonderland unlike any other Australia has to offer. Image courtesy of Furneaux Distillery Flinders Island lies in eastern Bass Strait, between Tasmania […] The post Furneaux Distillery: Through Rugged Isolation – Perfection Soars! appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Let’s chat about Buffalo Trace.
When it comes to longevity, tradition, terroir and innovation, there’s simply one distillery “To Rule Them All”… Buffalo Trace! The Buffalo Trace Distillery is located at 113 Great Buffalo Trace Frankfort, Kentucky USA. It was named in honour of the ancient Buffalo that once traversed the wilderness and the banks of the Kentucky River that […] The post Let’s chat about Buffalo Trace. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Hunter Island Distillery – A New Legacy Awaits.
Chapter 25 in our series of celebrating Australian whisky takes us to Damian Mackey from Hunter Island Distillery in Tasmania, who began his professional life working as a graduate surveyor for Bill and Lyn Lark. The story of Tasmania’s modern distilling was unfolding before his eyes, and he decided then and there that whisky was […] The post Hunter Island Distillery – A New Legacy Awaits. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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A Full Debrief into Springbank’s Latest Sherry Series.
Springbank distillery is releasing a new set of five sherry-matured whiskies dubbed “The Sherry Series” starting from 2022 through to 2026 with Australia receiving them approx. 6 months after the UK release dates.! Some context You won’t find many whisky circles not talking about Springbank, conversations often vary from the polarising to the awe inspiring […] The post A Full Debrief into Springbank’s Latest Sherry Series. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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Cut Hill Distillery – The Gateway to the Sea.
Chapter 24 in our series of celebrating Australian whisky takes us to Cut Hill Distillery, a 40-acre property nestled in Hindmarsh Valley. Next to Victor Harbour in South Australia, where the whisky is trickling quietly under the watchful eye of the ghost of Jabez Grimble! Image courtesy of Cut Hill Distillery The Past Cut Hill […] The post Cut Hill Distillery – The Gateway to the Sea. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
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A Guide to the Octomore Numbering System.
There are few hard and fast rules at the Bruichladdich distillery, the team marches to their own drum-beat providing droves of enthusiasts around the world with glorious, Hebridean, liquid-sunshine, often thinking outside the box while having a firm eye on sustainability and a deep respect for the land that surrounds them, and their place in […] The post A Guide to the Octomore Numbering System. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .