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Nikka Whisky From The Barrel Arrives in the U.S.

First introduced in Japan in 1986, Nikka From The Barrel has developed a cult-like status in the world of Japanese whisky. Today, Nikka Japanese Whisky and U.S. importer Hotaling & Co. announce the arrival...

The Macallan Unveils New Packaging, Redefines Core Portfolio

The Macallan has unveiled a new look across its Scotch whisky portfolio. The redesign comes as the global brand opens a new, larger distillery in Speyside, Scotland that will expand production. The revamped bottle design draws inspiration from...

Amid Growth, Sazerac Eyes New Bottling Facility in Indiana

The Sazerac Company, among the largest American family-owned distilling companies in the United States, announced today its intention to purchase a manufacturing facility in New Albany, Ind., where it will expand its processing, blending,...

Bombay Sapphire Gin Announces New Master Distiller

With World Gin Day on the horizon (June 9), Bombay Sapphire Gin has announced the appointment of Dr. Anne Brock as the global brand's new Master Distiller. Brock ascends to this position in a predominately male industry....

Interview: Cheech Marin on the Mezcal Movement

Mezcal is having a moment. Premium takes on this smoky Mexican spirit are hitting the market in higher numbers. Behind this trend are mixologists across the country who are whipping up innovative cocktails with...

The Macallan Opens New Distillery and Visitor Experience

The Macallan has unveiled a new distillery and visitor experience, officially opening June 2, 2018. Located on the Easter Elchies estate, the property has been home to The Macallan since 1824.  The Speyside distillery was designed...

Diageo Launches New American Anthem Vodka

The global drinks giant Diageo has launched a new vodka brand: American Anthem Vodka. This five-times-distilled, gluten-free American vodka uses corn from Indiana and Iowa. American Anthem will donate $1 from each bottle made, split between...

8 Tequila Cocktails to Consider This Summer

Editor's note: Occasionally we cross-post from our on-premise sister publication Cheers magazine as a peak inside current trends at bars and restaurants.  Tequila cocktails are as hot as ever. Below we look at eight tequila...

Jägermeister Unveils Premium-Level Herbal Liqueur

For the first time in its history, Jägermeister has introduced a premium-level line extension in the United States: Jägermeister Manifest. Like the original, the new herbal extract is derived from a mixture of herbs, blossoms,...

Suntory Discontinues Two Whiskies Amidst Stock Shortage

The seminal and globally successful Japanese whisky brand Suntory does not have enough aged stock to meet demand. Thus the company announced this week that it will discontinue the 12-year-old Hakushu and 17-year-old Hibiki. Both are award-winning...