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Jack Daniel’s Halo MK1: Tennessee Whiskey with Formula 1 DNA
Jack Daniel’s and McLaren take their partnership into collector territory with Halo MK1, a high-proof Tennessee whiskey inspired by Formula 1 design.
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IWSC 2026: Top-Rated Spirits and Key Trends
The IWSC 2026 spirits results point to a more global, technical and diverse market, with rum, gin, mezcal, whisky and liqueurs taking centre stage.
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20 Years of Licorea Telling the Stories Behind Drinks
Discover the new chapter of the Licorea blog: 20 years of history, more than 1,950 articles and a passion for telling the story behind every bottle.
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Differences Between Single Malt, Blended and Single Grain
Your favourite whisky label may say Single Malt, Blended or Single Grain. All three can produce outstanding whiskies, but the differences between them matter.
Wine
Louis Roederer Relaunches the Legendary Cristal 2008
The Reims maison presents a new release of Cristal 2008, a landmark vintage for understanding the tension, depth and ageing potential of this prestige champagne.
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How to Enjoy Fine Tequila Without Reaching for a Shot
100% agave tequila deserves to be tasted slowly, with the right glass, proper temperature, aromas, small sips and pairings that respect its character.
Whisky
Bulleit Rye 20 Year Old: American Rye Looks Back to Its Roots
Bulleit is preparing a 20-year-old rye, the oldest release in the brand’s history, in a limited edition that highlights rye whiskey’s historic role in the United States.
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Cristalino Tequila: What It Is and Why It Divides Fans
Cristalino tequila combines ageing and filtration to create a clear, smooth, modern spirit. We look at its rise, how it is made and how best to enjoy it.
Whisky
Four Roses explores bourbon with Mizunara casks
The Kentucky distillery opens an experimental series with a bourbon finished in Japanese Mizunara oak, a rare and highly prized wood in whisky.
Whisky
The Macallan Expands Its Luxury World with a Harrods Boutique
The Speyside house opens a permanent boutique in Harrods, confirming the growing role of experience, collecting and luxury retail in Scotch whisky.
Whisky
Yamazaki 50 Year Old Sets a New Ceiling for Japanese Whisky at Auction
A unique bottle of Yamazaki 50 Year Old has set a new record in Hong Kong, confirming the strength of bottles with exceptional provenance.
Rum
Mount Gay launches age-stated rums: 15 and 25 years
The historic Barbados house introduces Mount Gay Exceptionally Aged, a collection that brings age-stated rums into its range for the first time.
Whisky
The Macallan Romantica: Art, Sherry and the Memory of a Myth
The Macallan Romantica Collection connects the legacy of the legendary Macallan 1926 with a 1986 single malt drawn from a single sherry-seasoned European oak cask.
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Organic Tequila: What It Really Means and What the Label Doesn’t Guarantee
Organic tequila is gaining shelf space, but its meaning is often confused with ideas such as “additive-free” or “better tasting.” We look at what lies behind this certification and its different focus.