Whisky
Ardara Distillery Earns International Recognition for Donegal Whiskey
Ardara Distillery in Donegal has secured two major international awards, reaffirming the revival of peated Irish whiskey with a character all its own.
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First 5,000 Bottles from the Papal Vineyard
The Pope’s vineyard in Castel Gandolfo has already produced its first 5,000 bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon as part of Borgo Laudato Si, the Vatican-backed sustainable project.
Whisky
Four Roses Launches a $500, 21-Year-Old Bourbon
If you thought premium bourbon had reached its ceiling, Four Roses has just raised it. Its new 21-year-old release costs about as much as a plane ticket, but promises something you will not find in duty free: limited-edition liquid history.
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Laphroaig 15 Returns to the Brand’s Core Range
Laphroaig brings back its iconic 15-year-old whisky as a permanent expression. An Islay classic matured in American oak, returning after more than a decade away.
Whisky
Old Pulteney 200th Anniversary Special Edition
Old Pulteney celebrates its 200th anniversary with an exclusive 10-year-old single malt matured in bourbon, manzanilla and oloroso casks, honouring its maritime history in Wick.
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Limited Edition The Macallan Harmony Guardian Oak
The Macallan Harmony Guardian Oak is the fourth release in The Harmony Collection. Following the 2024 launch of The Harmony Collection IV Vibrant Oak, as with previous editions: highly limited
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Jim Beam Winter Reserve: limited edition bourbon 2024
Jim Beam Winter Reserve was presented as a limited edition bourbon for 2024, with a seasonal proposal designed around winter.
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The Macallan Distil Your World Hong Kong, fourth in the series
The Macallan Distil Your World Hong Kong is set to become the next collector’s bottle in the series, created in collaboration with El Celler de Can Roca.
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Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra at 180 grams
Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra introduces a 700 ml bottle weighing just 180 grams, a lighter and more sustainable whisky design.
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Garlic tincture: traditional recipe made once a year
Garlic tincture is a traditional recipe with food-grade alcohol, macerated garlic and two popular methods: gypsy and Tibetan.
Whisky
Whisky or whiskey: what is the real difference?
The difference between whisky and whiskey depends on geographical origin, production tradition and styles such as Scotch, Irish or American bourbon.
Whisky
The Macallan Colour Collection: 12, 15, 18, 21 and 30 years
The Macallan Colour Collection brings together 12, 15, 18, 21 and 30 year old single malts, sherry-seasoned oak casks and David Carson design.