The World’s Best Bourbons According To The LA Spirits Awards 2026
TL;DR Four bourbons claimed Platinum at the LA Spirits Awards 2026 blind competition. Kentucky dominates but craft states are closing the gap. Results carry real commercial weight
Whisky Bulletin
Looking Beyond the Auction Favourites: 5 Whiskies to Watch at Auction this May
TL;DR Five undervalued whiskies — Springbank 15, GlenDronach 18 Allardice, Karuizawa 17, Longmorn 16 Flora and Fauna, and Bunnahabhain 18 — are appearing in May 2025 auction catalogues at
Altamura Distilleries takes vodka to Japan
TL;DR Altamura Distilleries partners with importer N.Experience to launch its Italian craft vodka in Japan. This strategic entry targets the premium market and establishes distribution routes
Jebsen Wines & Spirits’ road map to number one in Hong Kong
TL;DR Jebsen Wines & Spirits aims to become Hong Kong's top premium whisky distributor. Their strategy focuses on single malt Scotch, deepening trade relationships, and
Does the spirits industry have a short-term problem?
TL;DR The spirits industry prioritizes short-term gains like quarterly targets and hype-driven releases over patient brand-building. This erodes long-term brand equity, harms cask investment value, and weakens
Texas Whiskey Festival Announces Its ‘Must-Have’ Whiskeys Of The Year
TL;DR The Texas Whiskey Festival 2026 announced its must-have whiskey selections after a blind tasting of over 80 entries. The results highlight top Texas bourbon, rye, and
Historic estate tipped to become Scotland’s ‘first true single-estate’ whisky distillery
TL;DR Fetternear Estate in Aberdeenshire plans to become Scotland's first fully integrated single-estate whisky distillery, handling all production from barley to bottle on-site. This could