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Bimber Distillery launches its latest Shoulders of Giants releases

The West London based Bimber Distillery has today announced the launch of the latest releases from its acclaimed ‘Shoulders of Giants’ series – the distillery’s homage to the diverse tapestry of thinkers, innovators and visionaries who have shaped our world. Following their previous Pablo – The Artist release, which paid tribute to artistic innovation, they […]

Sazerac launches new higher ABV Rye Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced the launch of a new, higher-proof/ABV addition to its renowned Sazerac Rye Whiskey portfolio. Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof (50% ABV) has been developed in response to demand from bartenders and whisky enthusiasts, and has been designed to offer enhanced flavour, versatility and control in cocktail creation, while maintaining the […]

Appleton Estate launches new 51 Year Old Jamaican Rum

Appleton Estate has announced the launch of a new limited-edition rum release – its oldest expression to date. Appleton Estate – The Source 51 Year Old (62% ABV) is a pot still rum which was aged in Jamaica’s tropical climate for over five decades. This historic release, limited to just 25 decanters, marks a significant […]

135th Whisky Insiders Interview – Callum A. Fraser

Name: Callum A. FraserCompany: Glenfarclas DistilleryJob: Distillery ManagerWebsite: glenfarclas.com How long have you been working in the whisky industry?I’ve worked in the whisky industry for 35 years, beginning my career at Deanston before joining Glenfarclas in 2012, where I’ve remained ever since. What has been your biggest career highlight to date?There have been many highlights […]

Quick Fire Rum Tasting Notes: Foursquare Convocation

Foursquare ConvocationSingle Traditional Barbados Blended Rum62% ABV / RRP: £98.00 Nose: An indulgent and deeply satisfying, rich, sweet soirée of sun-drenched sultanas, luscious prunes, sticky dates, ripe bananas and fragrant orange peel. The fruit-forward nose is layered beautifully with warm, dessert-like undertones of dulce de leche, dark chocolate ganache and moist malt loaf. As the […]

Hampden Estate launches new permanent rum release

The Hampden Estate has today announced the launch of a new permanent expression named in honour of the Jamaican distillery’s founding year. Hampden Estate 1753 (46% ABV) is a Pure Single Jamaican Rum, produced using Pot Stills and matured in ex-Bourbon barrels for three years. The new expression has been produced using the traditional methods […]

Rum Insiders Interview – Asbel Morales

Name: Asbel MoralesCompany: Havana ClubJob: Maestro del Ron CubanoWebsite: havanaclub.com How long have you been working in the rum industry?I’ve been dedicated to the rum industry for 37 years – essentially my entire life. I started my journey when I was just 20 years old, never imagining where this path would take me. From the […]

InchDairnie Distillery launches its first single malts

The Fife-based Scotch whisky-maker InchDairnie Distillery has announced the launch of its first single malt Scotch whisky releases. The two new whiskies which are comprised of KinGlassie Double Matured Aged 8 Years Fife Single Malt Scotch Whisky (46.3% ABV) and KinGlassie Raw Aged 8 Years Fife Single Malt Scotch Whisky (46.3% ABV), are said to […]

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