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
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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,
These 7 Bourbons Under $120 Just Won Major Awards
TL;DR Seven bourbons priced under $120 won major 2026 World Whiskies Awards. Accessible bottles from distilleries like Wild Turkey and Four Roses beat expensive limited editions in
Pernod Ricard shows early recovery as sales return to growth
TL;DR Pernod Ricard reports its first quarter of sales growth, indicating the spirits downturn may be easing. Recovery is driven by US market stabilization and resilience in
7 Things You Should Know About Appleton Estate Rum, Jamaica’s Oldest Continuously Operating Distillery
TL;DR Appleton Estate is Jamaica's oldest distillery, producing premium aged rums. Its tropical climate accelerates aging, creating scarce, high-value expressions. The brand competes directly with