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Skrewball

Skrewball and Yung Gravy are collaborating to “Give Thanks and Get Basted” this Thanksgiving

Skrewball Whiskey and Yung Gravy are releasing a limited-edition Skrewball Baster Set.
Wolves

Wolves recently launched its first flagship American single malt whiskey

This new year-round expression was matured for five years in California wine barrels in the Arizona desert.
Whiskey glass

What is bourbon? The rules, regulations, and history of America’s ‘native spirit’

Bourbon is referred to as America’s “native spirit” for a reason.
Ross & Squibb

Ross & Squibb is relaunching Remus Gatsby Reserve bourbon

Lawrenceburg, Indiana-based Ross & Squib Distillery is relaunching its popular Remus Gatsby Reserve.
The Dalmore

Just in time for the Holidays, The Dalmore is releasing two new limited edition whiskies

The two new releases are The Dalmore Select Edition 2009 and The Dalmore Select Edition 2006.
Spirit Hound

Spirit Hound Distillers launches sherry cask-finished American single malt whisky

This homage to the whiskies of Scotland was finished in Sanchez Winery Palo Cortado Sherry casks for four months.
Ron del Barrilito

Puerto Rican Rum brand Ron del Barrilito is launching a 27-year old rum

Renowned, timeless brand Ron del Barrilito is set to release the second edition of Pedro Fernández Selection II.
Dewar's

Dewar’s is releasing a new 38-year-old blended Scotch whisky

This limited-edition whisky was created to pay homage to Scotland's rugged Northern Highlands.
Whiskey glass

The best high-rye bourbons: A unique blend of spice, sweet, and complexity

These bourbons, made with a higher percentage of rye than most bourbons, are whiskeys that belong in your home bar.
World Whiskey Society

World Whiskey Society is releasing Hazmat Wyatt Earp 13-Year-Old

Bottled at a potent 160-proof, this expression is made with a mash bill of 73% malted barley, 14.9% malted rye, and 12.1% malted wheat.
Block Distilling

The Block Distilling is releasing an Amaro

This 35% ABV Amaro is made with a blend of herbs and botanicals, including birch, spearmint, anise, sarsaparilla, and more.
Whiskey in a glass

Pennsylvania Rye Distillery Stoll & Wolfe is releasing a new Heritage Rosen Rye

The Rosen Rye used in this 4-year-old expression was grown at the Kline Family Farm, a mere two miles from the distillery.
WhistlePig

WhistlePig Whiskey is releasing a gold version of its PiggyBank Rye

This golden nectar of the gods comes in the original Berkshire Bitter Pig replica, but there’s something unique about it.
A. Smith Bowman

A. Smith Bowman is releasing its second experimental oak whiskey

The second release in this innovative collection, Abraham Bowman Oak Series: American Oak, matures for twelve years in charred American white oak barrels.
Milam & Greene

Milam & Greene is releasing Cooper’s Hawk Single Barrel Bourbon

The whiskey is a 128.1-proof single-barrel bourbon that begins with a mash bill of 84% corn, 8% rye, and 8% malted barley.
Tequila in shot glass next to a slice of lime

LALO Tequila is a launching a new high-proof blanco tequila

The new expression was created because LALO Tequila co-founder Lalo González wanted a way to showcase tequila in its purest, unadulterated form.
Westland

Westland is releasing the ninth edition of its popular Garryana American Single Malt Whiskey

This 100-proof American single malt whiskey gets its name because of its maturation in Quercus garryana, a rare oak found in the Pacific Northwest.
Whiskey cheers

The truth about whiskey vs. whisky: More than just a spelling issue

Is it whiskey or whisky? Is there a difference? We get to the bottom of the age-old whiskey vs. whisky debate.
Four Roses

Four Roses is releasing a new single barrel bourbon collection

All of these new expressions are matured between 7-9 years and utilize Four Roses' proprietary combination of mash bills and various yeast strains.
The Beverly

Beverly Spirits and Cedar Ridge Distillery collaborate on a new whiskey

This cask strength, 116.9-proof American single malt whiskey begins with a nose of dark chocolate, fresh leather, dried fruits, and oak.
Gordon & MacPhail

Gordon & MacPhail is releasing six rare whiskies from shuttered distilleries

These cask strength whiskies range in age between 32 and 44 years.
Isle of Harris

Isle of Harris is releasing a new oloroso cask whisky in the US

It matured entirely in first-fill Oloroso sherry butts from Bodega José y Miguel Martín in Jerez de la Frontera, Andalusia, Spain.
The Macallan

The Macallan is releasing the third ‘A Night on Earth Series’ whisky

The most recent ‘A Night on Earth’ expression is being released as part of The Macallan’s 200th anniversary.
Templeton American Whiskey

Famed brand Templeton is releasing a new Flagship rye whiskey

This complex, sipping whiskey was made with a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley.
Lebowski's

Lebowski’s Kool-Luah Coffee is the perfect liqueur for fans of “The Dude”

It was first released in the Lebowski's Tap Room in June. It was so popular that they decided to bottle it and sell it.
Rum barrel

Dark rum: What it is and how to enjoy it

Dark rum is matured in charred oak (or other wood barrels) for an extended period just like your favorite whiskey.
Cocktail that looks like a Transfusion

How to make the transfusion, the ultimate golf drink

While there are countless famous golf course cocktails, we don’t think a day at the golf club is complete without a refreshing, flavorful transfusion.
Whiskey glass

The best Kentucky bourbons: Top picks for every whiskey lover

While we love the many expressions from non-Kentucky distilleries, today it's the southern state's time to shine.
Aberfeldy

Aberfeldy and designer Charlie Casely-Hayford launch the perfect Scotch sipping jacket

The jacket itself is made from a rare Scottish cashmere and wood blend featuring a rare 12-year-old deadstock fabric sourced from a Scottish mill.
glass of whiskey

Old Commonwealth is reviving Kentucky Nectar Bourbon

Kentucky Nectar is a double-barreled, cask-strength, wheated Kentucky straight bourbon finished in honey casks.
J. Mattingly 1845

J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery honors veterans with new bourbon release

The whiskey matured for five years using the brand’s proprietary double staving process.
Whiskey glass

Barrell announced the release of Barrell New Year Bourbon 2025

To say that this is a complex blended whiskey is a ridiculous understatement.
Breckenridge

Breckenridge is releasing a candy cane vodka just in time for the Holidays

It doesn't matter whether you're naughty or nice. You can grab a bottle of this festive vodka to add a little seasonal flair to your cocktails
Screwdriver

This screwdriver drink recipe is simple, elegant, and downright delicious

Looking for an incredible (and simple) screwdriver recipe? Look no further — ours is incredible
Tequila

Jon Basil Tequila is launching a new añejo tequila

The newest expression from the brand, Jon Basil Añejo, is a small-batch tequila crafted with traditional techniques using hand-harvested agave.
Angel's Envy

Angel’s Envy is releasing a new cask strength bourbon finished in tawny port barrels

Master Distiller Owen Martin blended the smooth Tawny Port wine cask-finished bourbon with its trademark Ruby Port wine cask-finished bourbon.
Reworked 348

Benromach is collaborating with clothing brand Reworked 348 to make a distillery jacket

Reworked 348 designed this "coverall" jacket for fans of single malt Scotch whisky and stylish, comfortable outerwear.
Smokeye Hill Whiskey

Award-winning Smokeye Hill Whiskey is Expanding to three new states

Initially, its whiskeys were only available in select Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs retailers.
Sugarfield Spirits

Sugarfield Spirits is releasing a new Port finished single barrel rum

The rum was matured in new, charred ex-bourbon barrels, casks that previously held Port wine, and a few other barrels.
Mudslide cocktail

How to make a mudslide: Your new favorite dessert cocktail

Similar to the White Russian, the mudslide is made with vodka and coffee liqueur, but while heavy cream; instead, the mudslide swaps it out for Irish cream.
Dirty martini

Shaken vs. stirred: The ultimate cocktail showdown

There are cocktails where shaking is more appropriate and drinks where mixing is the better technique.
Jim Beam

Old Grand-Dad is releasing a limited-edition 16-year-old bourbon

Old Grand-Dad 16-Year features the same high-rye mash bill as the other bourbons in this line.
Whiskey glass

A private barrel Van Winkle just became the most expensive bourbon ever auctioned

The exclusive bourbon was sold for a staggering $107,715 in October.
Tequila

Tequila Partida is launching its first single barrel añejo program

While all single barrel programs differ depending on the distillery and spirit, Partida Tequila’s program consists of two experiences.
Wyoming Whiskey

Wyoming Whiskey is releasing a new whiskey for Grizzly 399

If you read the label for Wyoming Whiskey’s newest expression, you might wonder who the “Queen of the Tetons” is.
Gibson cocktail

The Gibson cocktail: A pickle lover’s dream come true

A take on the classic martini, the Gibson is made with gin and dry vermouth. Where it differentiates from the other iconic drinks is with its garnish.
Hot toddy

The best whiskeys to mix into your seasonal hot toddy

Maybe you want to keep it traditional and use a single malt (or blended) Scotch whisky, a spicy, peppery rye whiskey, or a sweet corn bourbon.
The Lost Explorer

The Lost Explorer Tequila Blanco is releasing just in time for the holidays

The first tequila expression from the well-known mezcal brand.
Eric LeGrand

Eric LeGrand Spirits is releasing a new single barrel bourbon for the Holidays

It's matured in new, charred American oak barrels before being bottled at a potent 104-proof.
Martinez cocktail

We absolutely love these fall gin cocktails

Gin, with its mix of piney juniper and other ingredients like orris root, licorice, and lemon peel is a great choice for fall mixing.