Tequila
Tequila and Mole: A Fusion of Mexican Traditions
Reserva de la Familia introduces a tequila edition finished in casks seasoned with mole, a nod to two great Mexican traditions.
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Pōkeno Ringbearer: New Zealand whisky with Middle-earth spirit
Pōkeno unveils a collectible single malt inspired by The Lord of the Rings, matured in bourbon, virgin American oak, muscatel and manuka honey casks.
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Whisky
Jack Daniel’s Explores Extreme Evaporation at Coy Hill
Jack Daniel’s new experimental release focuses on the natural loss from barrels stored in the warmest upper areas of its Tennessee warehouses.
Whisky
Peat in Whisky: Far More Than Smoke in the Glass
Peat defines some of the world’s most recognisable whiskies, but its influence depends on far more than smoke: origin, malting, distillation and ageing.
Whisky
Glenmorangie and Harrison Ford Bring Single Malt to Travel Retail
The Highland distillery unveils a limited edition created with Harrison Ford, matured in bourbon casks and finished in toasted Portuguese red wine barrels.
Gin
Juniper and Botanicals: The Aromatic Architecture of Gin
Juniper defines gin, yet its personality comes from a careful balance of roots, seeds, citrus and distillation techniques that shape its final aroma.
Cocktails
Rum in Summer: Styles, Serving Tips and Refreshing Cocktails
Rum feels made for summer thanks to its versatility: light, aromatic and just as suited to fresh mixed drinks as to slower, more contemplative serves.
Whisky
The Macallan Harmony Collection Bows Out with Fresh Coconut
The final release in The Macallan Harmony Collection focuses on fresh coconut, American oak and a dialogue between whisky, gastronomy and sustainability.
Whisky
Laphroaig and Willem Dafoe Bring Their Whisky to Travel Retail
The Islay distillery unveils a limited edition linked to Willem Dafoe, with a campaign inviting drinkers to interpret the whisky without official tasting notes.
Whisky
Is Older Whisky Always Better? Age Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
The age statement on a whisky label is a useful guide, but it does not guarantee quality. Cask, climate, warehouse conditions and bottling choices matter just as much.
Rum
Why White Rum Is Not Really a Rum Style: Misconceptions Explained
So-called white rum brings together very different spirits. Understanding those differences helps you choose better bottles for cocktails, tasting and classic mixology.
Whisky
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Blackberry: A Fruity American Whiskey Twist
Jack Daniel’s adds blackberry to its whiskey liqueurs range, a category made for easy sipping, simple cocktails and bringing Tennessee Whiskey to new audiences.
Rum
The Ageing Rules Redefining the World of Rum
Rum’s geographical indications show that the category is far more regulated than many assume: origin, maturation, wood and bottling matter more than ever.