Japanese Whisky Finally Gets A Definition, But It’s Complicated
The new guidelines are entirely voluntary and exclude a style of whisky that has become increasingly popular.
The new guidelines are entirely voluntary and exclude a style of whisky that has become increasingly popular.
Limited-edition single malt scotches from Speyside and Islay span a range of flavors, ages, and prices—including a 1967 Macallan at an eye-popping five digits.
The trio of Speyside scotches range from 21 to 30 years old, while Four Gate debuts its latest innovation and a new bourbon brand launches.
Plus, Kilchoman tries out an unusual cask finish, Berkshire Mountain Distillers debuts the Craft Brewers Whiskey Project, and a well-aged single-barrel bourbon aims to support the hospitality industry.
The Indiana mega-producer has major plans for its own whiskey brands like George Remus and Rossville Union.
The Balcones master distiller talked American single malt, warm-climate maturation, and more on our Instagram Live series.
The week’s newest bottles include peaty Islay single malts, a cask-finished blended scotch, and bourbon from one of TV’s favorite duos.
One of Scotland’s newer distilleries brings cask-strength offerings to the U.S., while new Welsh whisky and Pennsylvania rye hit shelves.
The 700 ml bottle size will now be permitted in the U.S., and could lead to more variety.
The Benriach master blender joined #TasteWithSpace on Instagram Live to highlight the new lineup and explain how she’s not subversive, just creative.
Plus, a 20 year old Canadian rye, Inauguration Day whiskey, Westland’s latest peated single malts, and Johnnie Walker’s Lunar New Year limited edition are rolling out.
IJW has been quietly laying down barrels for years, and now its plans are coming to light.