Scotch whisky negotiant firm and sector innovator Compass Box has appointed Angela D’Orazio as Creative Director of Whiskymaking. A globally recognized whisky expert, D’Orazio brings nearly three decades of award-winning innovation, sensory leadership, and blending mastery to Compass Box as the company invests in the continued evolution of its whisky-making team. D’Orazio will lead a …
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has advanced Jackson Purchase Distillery, located in Western Kentucky, to Heritage Member status, marking the 17th distilling company to reach the highest membership tier within the organization. Founded in 2021, Jackson Purchase is one of the fastest-growing distilleries in Kentucky, offering contract distilling services and selling new-fill barrels of Bourbon to …
Esteemed Scottish whisky company Gordon & MacPhail is releasing what it bills as the oldest ever single malt whisky in October 2025, in partnership with American architect and designer, Jeanne Gang. On 3rd February 1940 in a quiet corner of the north-east of Scotland, George Urquhart and his father, John, laid down spirit from Glenlivet …
15 Stars, a non-distiller producer that has been garnering attention lately for its quality, sourced and contract-produced offerings, has announced a brand extension in the new First West line. This new line of bourbon kicks off with three expressions: Small Batch, Toasted Oak, and Extra Aged 8-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey. The Small Batch and Toasted Oak releases …
In a move more reminiscent of the Scotch trade than Kentucky bourbon, international drinks giant Diageo has introduced a 34 Year Old bourbon through its ownership of the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery and sent it straight to auction. Crafted from just four legacy barrels laid down in 1989 and matured for 34 years at the iconic …
Buffalo Trace Distillery has introduced a new, higher-proof addition to its Sazerac Rye Whiskey portfolio, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof. Developed in response to demand from bartenders and whiskey enthusiasts alike, this innovative expression is designed to offer enhanced flavor, versatility and control in cocktail creation while maintaining the smooth, approachable profile that defines the …
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 […]
First introduced in 1882, the Old Grand-Dad Bourbon brand predates the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897, but that doesn’t mean the one cannot offer the other something by way of improvement. Jim Beam acquired the brand in 1987, and for a decade and a half it was the standard bearer for the distillery’s spicy …
From their seat in Clermont, Kentucky, the seventh and eight generations of the Beam family distilling legacy, Fred and Freddie Noe, have unveiled the second installment of Lineage Batch Bourbon. The current and heir apparent master distillers at Jim Beam have again collaborated in creating a super premium bourbon, in this case with a 15 …
Noted mixologist Molly Wellmann has been hired on as Master Taster at the Hidden Barn Whiskey. In her new role, Wellmann will be helping with the batching and single barrel selections of Hidden Barn Whiskey, as she builds on the tasting profile and batching style developed by Master Blender Emeritus Jackie Zykan. “Jackie got us …
