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Lost Lantern Is Declaring This the Summer of Bourbon (Again)

The award-winning independent bottler goes all in on exceptional craft bourbon single casks and one multi-distillery blend

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This August 

Including expressions from Jack Daniel’s, Knob Creek and Laphroaig

Review: Kanosuke Is Reimagining the Possibilities of Japanese Whisky

A unique microclimate and techniques learned from making shochu inform this new(ish) whisky brand

Pernod Ricard Is Fortifying Its American Whiskey Operations

They're taking a similar approach to how they run things in Scotland and Ireland

The Dead Rabbit Is Now Leading Tours of Ireland

One of the world’s best bars brings a local perspective to the Emerald Isle

Why Maker’s Mark Brought Back Its Best Bourbon Idea

The Wood Finishing Series made a surprise return this year, and the first release is stellar

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This July

Including cask strength releases from Highland Park and Pinhook. Plus, new bottles from Barrell, Sagamore Spirit and Knob Creek.

Why Islay Is Suddenly the Hottest Thing in Scotch

Several new distilleries are sprouting up on the island

Review: Jim Beam Black Has Undergone a Transformation

Now with a 7-year age statement, this $25 bourbon finally found its identity

The Global Spirits Industry Is Officially “Tumultuous”

A new report by The Spirits Business suggests a rather wide range of good and bad news for larger drinks brands

The 8 Most Interesting Things We Drank at Bar Convent Brooklyn

Highlights from the two-day drinks convention included ocean water whisky, agave vodka and something called “Twisted Cow”

The Defining Quality of Russell’s Reserve Whiskey

Distilling legends Jimmy and Eddie Russell craft exceptional bourbons and ryes that defy age

The Rise of Peated Cask-Finished Spirits 

That smokiness isn’t just for whisky, either

The Whisky Auction Market Is Struggling

Based on a new report by Noble & Co., the market for rare and fine whiskies has started to drop at an alarming rate

The 2024 Bardstown Collection Is a Whiskey Fan’s Dream

Beam, Lux Row, Heaven Hill and more offer up special one-time releases