Author name: Warner Williams

The International Whisky Competition (IWC) 2024 has named Stephanie Macleod, Bacardi Director of Blending, Master Blender of the Year. The feat has added to her five previous crowns besides placing imminence on her expertise. In addition, her success met a night of glory at the competition after several Bicardi spirits won medals and honors. Among […]

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The bourbon producer Russell’s Reserve has introduced its new 15-Year-Old 2024 Limited Release. The spirit follows the previous  Russell’s Reserve 13-Year-Old  in the distillery’s extended aging program. According to a press release published by the distillery, the new bourbon offers notes of intense molasses and oak. Plus, it is non-chill filtered and bottled at 117.2 […]

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From June 19-21, twelve producers and distributors of yellow wine showcased at the Japan Int’l Food Expo (JFEX) in Tokyo. The expo featured a special zone dedicated to Shaoxing Huangjiu, allowing attendees to experience the traditional Chinese wine An Introduction to Shaoxing Huangjiu – Yellow Rice Wine Shaoxing is recognized for its scenic waterways, architecturally […]

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Kavalan, Taiwan’s premier whisky distiller, is launching its top-3-selling Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Whisky exclusively for export. Featuring notes of vanilla, coconut, and honey, the Concertmaster Port Cask Finish is accompanied by two 50ml bottles of Kavalan’s flagship expressions: Kavalan Classic and Distillery Select No. 1. Brand Ambassador Britney Chen said this trio […]

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The Hong Kong-based importer and distributor Metabev has partnered with Nikka Whisky, adding its products to its portfolio. Masataka Taketsuru founded Nikka Whisky following a trip to Scotland to study whisky making in 1918. Taketsuru studied chemistry in Scotland and apprenticed at three distilleries. He returned to Japan with his wife, Jessie Roberta (Rita) in […]

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Bruichladdich Distillery rolls out two new global travel retail exclusive single malt whiskies. The spirits are labeled The Bruichladdich Twenty One and The Classic Laddie Sherry Cask Edition. The first outpost is activated at Singapore Changi Airport Departures, Terminal 4. It is held in collaboration with Lotte Duty Free Singapore as part of the Changi […]

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Whisky Mogul Media has announced the winners of the 2024 Global Whisky Challenge. A seasoned panel of professional judges blinded tasted and evaluated all whiskies in the competition. Among the panelists was John Lamond, a Master of Malt from Scotland. According to Newswires, the Global Whisky Challenge uses a unique system to select its annual […]

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By opening its world-first flagship store earlier this month in Hong Kong. The Macallan hopes to bring a story to life. Connect us with an idea, and establish a connection with the storyteller. In celebration of the distillery’s 200th anniversary, The Macallan House Hong Kong opens at 1 Stanley Street, Central. It introduces the distillery’s […]

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Launched in the 1960s, George Dickel has transformed into that other name in Tennessee whisky. Today, the second largest distillery in the state consistently rolls out high-corn based spirits that pours sweet expressions. Its recent output demonstrates that it should be considered exceptional. Thisis most reflected in the bottled-in-bond series, which was launched in 2019. […]

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In recent years, Indian single malt scotch whisky products have garnered global recognition for their exceptional tastes and quality. This year, D’yavol Scotch whisky has joine the awards list. Leading brands such as Amrut, Paul John, and Rampur have led the way, winning numerous international awards. Distinguished by their unique maturation processes, India’s climate produces […]

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