Whiskey is more than just a drink—it’s a symbol of craftsmanship, history, and prestige. The world’s best whiskeys have transcended generations, captivating collectors and connoisseurs alike. From the deep smoky notes of Islay Scotch to the smooth vanilla and caramel undertones of Kentucky bourbon, each whiskey tells a unique story. In this article, we take …
For many years-actually for a lot, way more than decades-whiskey has been irreparably bonded to gambling. The smoky, smoke-filled rooms of western frontier saloons find their places nestled among more elite gaming establishments featuring the quiet rustle of conversation and ornate chandeliers. Tradition meets excitement where gamblers prefer mixing the perfect pace of enjoying your …
Well-known as the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, Bushmills has rolled out the second round of its Private Reserve Limited Release vintage single malt whiskey series. The new Private Reserve limited releases will consist of four vintage single malts whiskeys, each aged in a combination of sherry and bourbon casks before maturing in a unique …
County Meath’s Boann Distillery has brought its Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey range to the U.S., marking a milestone in the family-run brand’s global expansion. The collection will be available in select states, including California, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Dakota, New York, South Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin and online at boanndistillery.ie/shop. The release includes Boann Single Pot Still Marsala, Madeira, …
By Richard Thomas At the end of 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared “no level of alcohol consumption is good for you.” Before that came an EU study linking even moderate drinking to cancer, but that received less media attention. This issue did not garner cause a press furor until Summer 2024, when a …
Picture this: a cozy evening at home, the amber glow of whiskey swirling in your glass, and the buzz of casino games on your screen. This article will show you how to pair different types of whiskey with online games, creating a refined yet lively atmosphere. From smoky single malts to smooth bourbons, we’ll guide …
We continue The Whiskey Reviewer‘s tradition of offering the staff’s Top Picks for the previous year, announced every year in early January. This is our informal version of an awards show in print, with an infamous on informal. We do not convene a panel, because that is too much of a bother! Instead, each member …
By Richard Thomas Rating: A- New Midleton is solely responsible for keeping the legacy of Irish pot still whiskey, based on a mix of malted and unmalted barley, alive. Although that style of whiskey figures in most everything they make, it was the re-launch of the brand Redbreast in 1991 that was instrumental in reviving …
Keeper’s Heart, the American whiskey company with one foot in the US and one foot in Ireland, has announced its oldest release to date: a 21-Year-Old Irish Single Malt finished in Tokaji barrels. Carefully selected from aged stocks of Cooley Distillery Whiskey, this limited-edition whiskey is the first in a yearly series of luxury expressions …
Redbreast, the New MIdleton-made brand that led the way in rebuilding the single pot still category, has made its first regular brand extension in more than four years while at the same time adding a new rung to the line-up’s ladder with Redbreast 18 Year Old. Also a first for Redbreast, the new expression uses …
