In an extraordinary celebration of time, tradition, and craftsmanship, Keeper’s Heart is proud to introduce its most exclusive release to date: Keeper’s Heart 32-Year-Old Irish Single Malt. With only one barrel available, this ultra-limited expression will launch September 2025, offering collectors a truly once-in-a-lifetime whiskey. The release is bottled at a robust 54.9% ABV and …
By Richard Thomas Rating: A- This is one of those whiskeys that I feel should need no introduction or summary, but that said: it is among my personal favorites, one of the expressions I point to as being undoubtedly worth the (official) asking price. I’ll start with the mash bill. At a time when the …
By Richard Thomas Rating: B+ Last month, newcomer whiskey company 15 Stars announced a line extension, meaning they added a new line to the brand: First West. Briefly, 15 Stars was started by the Columbus, Ohio-based, father and son team of Rick and Ricky Johnson. A negociant/non-distiller producer (NDP), 15 Stars released their first bottlings just …
Pursuit Spirits, the Louisville, Kentucky-based whiskey brand founded by Ryan Cecil and Kenny Coleman, announces the opening of Pursuit Spirits on Whiskey Row on Thursday, August 14. Two floors covering nearly 7,600 sq. ft. provide a little bit of everything: from immersive tasting experiences and a full retail shop to the new Bourbon Pursuit podcast …
On the heels of its successful debut in the ready-to-pour market with its first-ever bottled cocktail, Peach Old Fashioned, Penelope Bourbon released its second award-winning handcrafted cocktail innovation – Black Walnut Old Fashioned. Perfect for summer occasions from backyard soirees to casual moments at home, Black Walnut Old Fashioned is Penelope’s latest modern take on …
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 …
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 …
Updated July 26, 2025 By Debbie Shocair Average Rating: B Given what I do, most whiskey fans presume I am opposed to flavored whiskey. On the contrary, I appreciate the flavored stuff as “gateway whiskey,” bringing into the fold those who still harbor reservations. Founded by the late and esteemed Robert Cooper, Cooper Spirits has …
Updated July 26, 2025 By Debbie Shocair Average Rating: B Given what I do, most whiskey fans presume I am opposed to flavored whiskey. On the contrary, I appreciate the flavored stuff as “gateway whiskey,” bringing into the fold those who still harbor reservations. Founded by the late and esteemed Robert Cooper, Cooper Spirits has …
