Every Scotch Whisky Category, And One Whisky To Try From Each Of Them
Think Scotch is just single malts and blends? There are actually five legal categories, plus one that isn’t. Here’s what sets each apart—and a bottle to try.
The Best Of The Rest Islay Whisky From The Scotch Whisky Masters 2026
Which Islay whiskies earned Master medals at the Scotch Whisky Masters 2026? From a distillery founded in 1816 to a farm’s first permanent release, here are the winners.
How to Drink Johnnie Walker Black Cask
Johnnie Walker Black Cask was built for bourbon drinkers, but what’s the best way to actually drink it? Neat, over ice, or long and cold in a highball?
The Best Indian Single Malt Whisky From The World Whisky Masters 2026, Part 1
Which Indian single malt claimed the only Master at the World Whisky Masters 2026, and how did a critically endangered bird inspire it? Here are the top six winners.
The Best Blended Scotch Whisky From The Scotch Whisky Masters 2026
Which nine blended Scotch whiskies earned top honors at the 2026 Scotch Whisky Masters, judged entirely blind? From a $33 bottle to a $3,375 decanter, here they are.
The Best Bourbons From The North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition 2026
Six of the seven Double Gold bourbons at the 2026 competition came from a single company. Which brands swept the field, and which one can you actually afford?
The Best Indian Single Malt Whiskies for Beginners in 2026
Curious about Indian single malt but don’t know where to start? These five bottles, from Goa’s coast to the Rajasthan desert, are the perfect place to begin.
India’s Finest Single Malts: Exceptional Whiskies Every Connoisseur Should Experience
Which Indian single malt whiskies are winning global gold medals and redefining premium spirits? Discover four standout expressions every connoisseur should try.
The Best Canadian Whisky From The International Whisky Competition 2026
How did a Vermont-based brand win Best Canadian Whisky? Discover the six award-winning Canadian whiskies of 2026 and the surprising stories behind their labels.
Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Hits Record-Low £34.99 Amazon Prime Price
A 15-year-old all-malt Scotch for less than most 10-year-olds? Green Label just hit a record £34.99 on Amazon, but is this deal actually worth your money?
5 of the Best Value Bourbons (Cheaper Than Blanton’s)
Why spend big or hunt allocated bottles when these five bourbons under $50 rival Blanton’s signature orange oil and buttered popcorn character?
The Best Indian Single Malt Whisky From The International Wine & Spirits Competition 2026
Only one Indian single malt won Gold at IWSC 2026, so which bottle claimed the top spot, and which nine Silver medalists joined it on the world stage?
10 Scotch Bottles I Will Always Replace: My Permanent Shelf Picks
If you had to cull your collection down to just 10 Scotch bottles, which would survive? Here are the reliable staples I replace the moment they run low.
Every Award-Winning Indian Whisky From The International Wine & Spirits Competition 2026
Which Indian single malts topped IWSC 2026—and why? See the ranked winners by score and medal, and how the IWSC judges them blind.
Lagavulin 16: The White Horse Edition vs. The Standard Bottle
Does the Lagavulin 16 White Horse Edition actually taste different from the standard bottle? A side-by-side pour reveals a surprising distinction on the nose.
Indri Trini Indian Single Malt Whisky Review
What happens when tropical heat meets active oak and quality barley? Indri’s core single malt answers that question with a confident, fruit-forward house style.
5 Whiskeys Better Than Blanton’s (That Are Actually Easy to Find)
Love Blanton’s but hate the hunt and the markup? A bourbon expert reveals five bottles from $11–$50 that deliver just as much—or more—in the glass.
7 Peated Scotch Whiskies For Beginners in 2026
Think peated whisky is too intense for you? These seven bottles—from soft and ashy to rich and sweet—prove that smoke can be surprisingly approachable.
The Best Irish Blended Whiskeys According To The World Whiskies Awards 2026
Which Irish blended whiskeys topped every age category at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards? From tequila-cask experiments to native Irish oak, these three winners surprised.
Is A 1980s Johnnie Walker Red Label Better Than The Modern Bottling?
The world’s best-selling blended whisky has been on shelves for decades—but how much has Johnnie Walker Red Label really changed since 1985? The answer may surprise you.