International Spirits Challenge 2026 Trophy Winners Unveiled

Which whisky ended Yamazaki’s three-year reign as the ISC’s Supreme Champion Spirit? Meet the six 2026 trophy winners, including a bourbon under $20.
Yamazaki 25 Wins Fourth Straight ISC Japanese Whisky Trophy

Can any Japanese whisky dethrone Yamazaki? Its 25 Years Old just claimed a fourth straight ISC Trophy for the brand—here’s what makes it a global benchmark.
Yamazaki Refill Spanish Oak: Limited Edition for 20 Markets

What happens when Spanish oak casks get a second life? Yamazaki’s new limited edition reveals a gentler, fruit-forward side, landing in 20 markets this November.
Hibiki Launches Limited Edition Harmony Bottle Collab With Chiso Kimono House

What happens when a 470-year-old Kyoto kimono house redesigns Hibiki’s iconic 24-faceted bottle? Meet the Hibiki Harmony 2026 Chiso Limited Edition.
Suntory Opens First Paris CDG Whisky Pop-Up Spaces

What awaits whisky lovers at Paris CDG? Suntory’s new spaces bring rare Japanese pours, tastings and furoshiki flair.
Hibiki Launches First Global Campaign With Emmy-Award Winning Actor Anna Sawai

What do whisky blending and kimono-making have in common? Hibiki’s first global campaign with Anna Sawai draws surprising parallels between two ancient Japanese arts.
5 Japanese Whiskies That Offer Value For Money In 2026

Japanese whisky is notoriously overpriced—but which bottles actually deliver enough quality to justify the cost? We found five worth your money.
Suntory World Whisky Ao Review

What happens when a master blender combines whiskies from five countries into a single bottle? Suntory Ao promises a world of flavour — but does it deliver?
Suntory Scraps £150m Whisky Maturation Site in East Ayrshire

Why did Suntory walk away from a £150m whisky warehouse it already had planning permission for — and where will that investment go instead?
Mastering The Whisky Highball: The Definitive Guide To This Simple Serve

Why do some whisky highballs taste crisp and expressive while others fall flat? This guide reveals the secrets behind whisky’s most accessible serve.
The Man Who Carried Scotland to Japan: Unpacking the Legacy of Masataka Taketsuru

How did one man’s month-long voyage to Scotland spawn Japan’s entire whisky industry? The incredible story of Masataka Taketsuru reveals the answer.
Whisky Giants Unite for £1.6M Islay Peatland Project

What happens when whisky titans join forces for nature? Suntory, Diageo, and Glenmorangie unite in a £1.6 million peatland revival that could transform Islay forever.
Suntory Osaka Distillery Wins 2025 IWSC Liqueur Trophy

How did a Japanese distillery become the world’s leading liqueur producer? Suntory’s Osaka facility just claimed the coveted 2025 IWSC Liqueur Producer Trophy.
Yamazaki Whisky Supreme Champion For Record Breaking Third Year

Yamazaki 18 Years Old has made history by winning the Supreme Champion Spirit title at the International Spirits Challenge 2025, becoming the first brand to claim the award three years in a row.
Suntory Celebrates Japanese Culture With Toki Black

Suntory has unveiled Toki Black, a limited edition Japanese whisky featuring Hakushu Peated malt that brings smoky complexity to the Toki range. The 86-proof expression arrives at select US retailers for $39.99.
5 Whisky Highlights From the Whisky.Auction September Auction

The September auction features exceptional anniversary bottles perfect for collectors and sipping, including rare releases from Oban, Suntory, and the historic Old Comber distillery.
Chita Suntory Single Grain Japanese Whisky Review

The Chita single grain whisky by Suntory offers a light, floral nose, a creamy palate with tropical fruits, and a balanced finish. Ideal for neat sipping or cocktails.
How Good Is Hibiki Japanese Harmony According To The Whiskey Wash?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony arguably became the face of Japanese blended whisky when it launched in 2015. We lean on expert reviews to explore whether this refined, floral whisky justifies its premium price tag.
The Best Value Japanese Whiskies of 2025

Japanese whisky fans are used to eye-watering prices, but not every great bottle breaks the bank. This list rounds up the best value buys of 2025, covering grain whiskies, blended malts, and single malts, all widely available in the UK and U.S.
7 Things You Wanted To Know About Jim Beam

Jim Beam has been shaping American bourbon for over 225 years, but there’s more to this Kentucky whiskey than meets the eye. From surviving Prohibition with a secret yeast strain to pioneering premium bourbon, here are seven surprising facts about the world’s best-selling bourbon.