The craft of casks: From wine to whisky
TL;DR Whisky distillers in Scotland, the US, and Australia are bypassing brokers to source fresh wine casks directly from wineries. This gives them cost advantages, control over
Famously Non-Smoky, Here’s the One Time The Macallan Resorted to Peated Malt
TL;DR The Macallan, famous for unpeated sherry-cask whisky, once produced a peated expression. Likely due to mid-20th century supply issues, it was kept quiet. This rare stock
NEW RELEASE: Blood Oath Pact 11 Bourbon (Anejo Finished). Special Distillery April Release.
TL;DR Lux Row Distillers announces Blood Oath Pact 11, a limited bourbon finished in añejo tequila barrels. Bottled at 98.6 proof, it has a distillery release
Paul John Brilliance Indian Single Malt Whisky Review
TL;DR Paul John Brilliance is an Indian single malt from Goa, matured in ex-bourbon barrels. Its tropical aging accelerates maturation, producing a rich, flavourful whisky with notes
Chilco River acquires Daru Whiskey
TL;DR In April 2026, California's Chilco River Holdings agreed to acquire Canadian whisky brand Daru. The deal highlights a trend of US firms buying distinctive,
Ask a Distiller: What Does it Mean When a Spirit Is ‘Overproof’?
TL;DR An overproof spirit is bottled above 50% ABV. The term originated from British naval gunpowder tests. Overproof overlaps with cask-strength bottlings and affects production yield, pricing,
NEW RELEASE: Angel’s Envy Cellar Collection “Vol. 5 Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila Barrels”
TL;DR Angel's Envy unveils Cellar Collection Vol. 5: a straight rye finished in French oak extra añejo tequila barrels. This limited, ultra-premium release targets collectors,