Exclusive: George Dickel’s Nicole Austin Discusses Her Approach to Evolving Whiskey Puzzle
Nicole Austin, Director of American Whiskey at George Dickel, shares her insights on the growing influence of women in whiskey and predicts a shift toward balance and complexity in future whiskey trends.
Douglas Laing Big Peat Highball Sells Out in Japanese Launch
A limited-edition ready-to-drink cocktail from Islay whisky brand Big Peat has sold out across 15,000 Japanese stores within weeks of its mid-August launch.
SMWS Refines Signature Range with Eight New Flavor-First Profiles
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has reduced its flavor profiles from 12 to eight color-coded categories, removing age-based classifications in favor of pure taste descriptors.
Gordon & Macphail Release World’s Oldest Single Malt Whisky
Gordon & Macphail unveils an 85-year-old Glenlivet single malt, the oldest Scotch whisky ever bottled, housed in an architect-designed decanter by Jeanne Gang. The historic release features only 125 decanters worldwide at £125,000 each.
Beyoncé’s SirDavis Whisky Marks First Anniversary with Social Campaign
Beyoncé’s SirDavis whisky brand marked its first anniversary with a community-driven social media campaign that generated over 100 user posts and featured the story of one of its first customers.
Barrell Bourbon PX Sherry Cask Finish Review
Barrell delivers an intriguing cask strength bourbon blend combining 6-15 year old whiskeys from three states. At 57.76% ABV, this high-corn mashbill bourbon brings graphite, peaches, and a long, heated finish.
The Whisky Exchange Announces Whisky Show 2025 Exclusives
The Whisky Exchange has revealed seven exclusive bottlings for The Whisky Show 2025, featuring the company’s first-ever release selected by whisky author Dave Broom. The limited-edition whiskies from four countries debut October 3-5.
5 Overrated Scotch Whiskies And What To Drink Instead
In today’s whisky market, it’s easy to get swept up by the big names. But these five excellent alternatives to well-known scotches deliver more character for less money.
Johnnie Walker x Olivier Rousteing Drop Second Collaboration
Fashion designer Olivier Rousteing and Johnnie Walker launch The Couture Blend, a $2,500 crystal decanter containing experimental and 40-year-old whiskies to mark Rousteing’s 40th birthday.
Why Is The Glenlivet 18 Year Old So Cheap?
Most 18-year-old single malts cost a small fortune, but The Glenlivet 18 Year Old retails for just £90 in the UK and $140 in the U.S., making it one of the most accessible age-stated whiskies available today.