VinePair

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

But selecting one standout bottle from every subcategory of the spirit early each year offers a unique snapshot into what wowed us over the last 12 months. From single malt to single barrel, barrel-proof to cask-finished, these are the best whiskeys to drink in 2025. This helps us keep a finger on the pulse of whats new and exciting.

Whiskey 105

Whiskey Bottling Highball Brandy 105

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Ranging from Bottled-in-Bond expressions to experimental cask finishes, there was no shortage of profiles to explore and review. Bottled in February 2024, this Old Fitzgerald bourbon was distilled in September 1999 from a mash bill comprising 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley.

Whiskey 105

Whiskey Brandy Bottling Wine 105

VinePair

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Whether youre talking about bourbon , Irish whiskey , or single malt Scotch , you can probably name a bottle that makes you utter meh, even though the public loves it or the taters doggedly chase it down. They may even have several bottles in this category if they dont quite get the hype about a particular style or production method.

Bartending 105

Bartending Bartender Whiskey Bar 105

Drinkhacker

JANUARY 21, 2025

Recently we received four expressions from the company for review, including a fresh bottling of one of its flagship releases. Woodinville Whiskey Company Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2025) We last saw this release 8 years ago, and it looks to be the same — pot distillate, made from a mash of 72% corn, 22% rye and 6% malted barley.

Whiskey 103

Whiskey Wine Bottling 103

VinePair

MAY 1, 2025

Case in point: In 2020, we received just one brand and sample that wasnt bottled at the categorys minimum 40 percent ABV. This year we lost track of the number of expressions that exceeded that figure, whether produced as still-strength releases or tequilas bottled somewhere between 40 and 48 percent ABV.

Tequila 87

Tequila Bottling Alcohol Bottle Service 87

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Aged for over six years, this high-rye expression (63% rye, 24% corn, 13% malted barley) showcases a carefully selected corn varietal from Becks Hybrids, reinforcing the lineups farm-to-bottle ethos. Matured in rickhouse W3 across multiple floors, the whiskey is bottled at a robust 123.2 oak (28%), virgin U.S.

Whiskey 96

Whiskey Bottling Scotch Whiskey 96

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Last week , the World Whiskies Awards announced the top American whiskey from the World Whiskies Awards USA 2025. The limited release was bottled at 107 proof (53.5% Bottled at 58.9% Bottled at 100 proof, Chattanooga Whiskey suggests enjoying the white whiskey neat, over ice, or in a cocktail.

Whiskey 99

Whiskey Bottling Infusions Vodka 99

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Today, I will be taking a closer look at some of the award-winning American whiskeys from The Whiskey Wash Awards 2025, breaking down recipes, and histories, and reflecting on the original reviews. The whiskey matures in specially selected air-dried and toasted French oak barrels from the Vosges region, bottled at 91.2

Whiskey 105

Whiskey Stout IPA Bottling 105

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 7, 2025

Westward Whiskey has introduced its first club release of 2025, Westward x Fort George Brewery Stout Cask. “This is new territory for this expression as we focus on one distinct and beloved stout profile and raise the bottling proof to bring balance and more dynamics to the spirit.”

Stout 78

Stout Club Whiskey Beer 78

Good Spirits News

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

This 2025 edition features Heaven Hills Wheat Whiskey mash bill, comprised of 51% Wheat, 37% Corn, 12% Malted Barley and is bottled at 100 proof. As with previous releases, the Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 750ml bottle will be accompanied by a premium box in signature Heaven Hill blue.

Inventory 67

Inventory Whiskey Bottling Liqueur 67

Chilled Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

As of the first quarter of 2025, Eau Claires award-winning products will be available through Empire Distributors in Colorado, Georgia, and Tennessee, as well as in Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and the control states of Montana and Wyoming. Were seeing tremendous interest for Canadian whisky in the U.S.,

Vodka 204

Vodka Gin Bottling 204

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 21, 2025

Our guide, Adeline, provided an engaging walk-through of the whisky-making process, followed by a tasting featuring Table Whisky and ports bottled for the Leith Export Co. The well-curated exhibition tells you everything you could wish to know about Dewars and Aberfeldy through rare bottles and whisky-making artifacts.

Bar 78

Bar Bottling Gin Whiskey 78

Drinkhacker

APRIL 30, 2025

market getting bottles on the shelves. The post Review: Inspiro Tequila Luna Blanco and Rosa Reposado (2025) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking. Using a proprietary production process, Mena, and Smith produce Inspiro at Tequilera Tap in Amatitn, Jalisco, Mexico.

Tequila 71

Tequila Club Liquor Wine 71

Drinkhacker

APRIL 11, 2025

A- / $28 2021 Vanderbilt Estate Virginia Viognier – This is an actual east coast wine, grapes grown in Virginia, though, not North Carolina — and bottled under the Vanderbilt Estate label. My easy favorite of the collection. Turns out that’s not necessarily a good thing.

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Wine Bottling 62

Drinkhacker

APRIL 8, 2025

Since the first fill, every bottle of Santa Teresa rum has some of the very first mother rum and contains blends aged up to 35 years. While the exterior has been reimagined, the bottle holds the same award-winning liquid that fans and connoisseurs cherish.” Let’s taste it.

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Rum Bottling Wine 62

The Cocktail Lovers

JANUARY 15, 2025

Spread over an 16 month period, running from entry in January 2025 through to the global finals in April 2026, much of that time will focus on a dedicated education programme designed to support and inspire everyone taking part. But theres more. And we have to say, its worth it. Then keep everything crossed. Team Italy 4. Whats the timeline?

Club 105

Club Bartending Bartender Rum 105

Advanced Mixology

JANUARY 21, 2025

So next time you are at your favourite bar try an Asian cocktail and if you spot some Sake or Baijiu at the store why not pick up a bottle and start mixing some stunning cocktails for yourself with the recipes above? The long-time Western love affair with Asian food and culture is going to ramp up to the next level this year.

Highball 98

Highball Simple Syrup Hospitality Bartending 98

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 11, 2025

Credit: Kavalan Kavalan Distillery , Taiwan’s pioneering whisky maker, is launching its first-ever age-statement expression in 2025. Kavalan 15 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 2025 Edition The Kavalan 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky 2025 Edition marks a significant evolution for the award-winning distillery.

Liquor 95

Liquor Bottling Bar Whiskey 95

VinePair

APRIL 11, 2025

Cactus Wren offers an incredible selection of sparkling wines by the bottle and a few great picks by the glass as well. Come for one of the most unique and compelling highballs in the city stay for the just-launched Spring 2025 menu, which also includes an on-tap riff on the Americano dubbed the Quiet American.

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Highball Rum Wine Bar 53

Drinkhacker

MARCH 27, 2025

Today we’re checking out three wines from the operation — a vintage-dated bottling and two non-vintage wines, though, per Roederer, both are technically better described as “multi-vintage” blends. In France, Roederer is best known as the producer of the iconic Cristal Champagne, but its U.S.

Wine 62

Wine Bitters Bottling 62

Spiritz

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Johnnie Walker has launched a pathbreaking new product named Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, which is positioned as the world’s lightest 70cl Scotch whisky glass bottle. Weighing only 180g (without the closure), this limited-edition bottle marks a significant step forward in luxury packaging design.

Bottling 103

Bottling 103

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 8, 2024

In partnership with BlockBar, Glenfiddich Distillery is releasing a rare 1985 cask bottling, with just 150 bottles estimated to be yielded from the cask. Speaking about the whisky, and the collaboration with BlockBar, Kinsman said: “This exclusive cask bottling for BlockBar is a piece of Glenfiddich history.

Bottling 128

Bottling VIP Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 128

Imbibe Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It probably doesn’t shock you to hear that thick glass bottles have heavy environmental footprints. Bonny Doon ‘s Carbon Nay, a Provençal-style rosé that comes in a bottle made from 94% recycled paperboard. A 12-bottle case of Carbon Nay is 24 pounds, whereas most cases of wine clock in closer to 40 pounds.

Wine 246

Wine Sustainable Sips Bottling Aperitif 246

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 26, 2024

Expected to fully reopen in 2025, the management of distillery operations has been awarded to Aceo Distillers Company, which will work on the establishment of a new bonded warehouse and distilling facilities. It was sold at Whisky Auctioneer in 2021 for £15,500 , and remains the only bottle ever brought to market.

Bottling 98

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

VinePair

JANUARY 27, 2025

Its Delicious, Honestly The reasons behind the enduring love affair are mostly very simple and straightforward, but they converge in a way that feels rare in the late-capitalist United States of 2025. The bottles distinct shape, with the neck sloping gently into the body, was originally meant to invoke Champagne bottles.

Beer 116

Beer IPA Bartending Bartender 116

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 14, 2024

So, here are some tasty triple-distilled whiskeys for you to try in 2025. However, next year should be a little quieter for them, which hopefully means you can get your hands on a bottle of Very Rare a little easier. Once a very common brand, its bottles have become surprisingly hard to find, even at the entry level.

Whiskey 98

Whiskey Speed Rail Bottling Bar 98

Drinkhacker

OCTOBER 9, 2024

At the top of this year’s releases is this bottling from the 10-acre Richaven vineyard in the Russian River Valley – it’s the only wine I’ve awarded with an A+ rating all year. As I said in my review: Impossible to put down, and one of my favorite Merry Edwards bottlings ever. $80 Decant before devouring. Cellar if you can.

Wine 105

Wine Bottling 105

VinePair

APRIL 25, 2025

Rather than opting for a glass, guests are pivoting to single-serve options like cocktails, choosing to spend $20 to $30 on one drink rather than forking over $100 or more for a pricey bottle to nurse. Moreover, many of these places dont rely on somms, another company expense, so they can move bottles even quicker. Tune in for more.

Wine 69

Wine Gin Bottling 69

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Credit: Diageo Johnnie Walker , one of the world’s most beloved blended scotch whisky brands, has unveiled the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra, believed to be the lightest whisky bottle. Diageo has stated that the “previously claimed ‘lightest weight scotch whisky bottle’ was launched by a UK retailer and weighed around 298 grams.”

Bottling 98

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 15, 2025

Jack Daniel’s 14 Year Old Batch 1 First unveiled in February 2025, the Jack Daniels 14 Year Old joins this years Aged Series alongside the 12 Year Old Batch 3 and 10 Year Old Batch 4. Bottled at 126.3 These whiskeys really showcase how a little extra time in our barrels is capable of producing something so special.

Whiskey 104

Whiskey Bottling 104

Booze Business

JULY 9, 2024

Overall, 33% of Americans said they had spent $50 or more on a bottle of alcohol in 2022, against just 24% in 2021. Total beverage alcohol e-commerce sales are expected to grow 66% by 2025, reaching $42 billion annually. In addition, the longstanding idea of “drinking less but drinking better” continues to apply.

Alcohol 246

Alcohol Infusions Craft Beer Beer 246

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 14, 2024

So, here are some tasty triple-distilled whiskeys for you to try in 2025. However, next year should be a little quieter for them, which hopefully means you can get your hands on a bottle of Very Rare a little easier. Once a very common brand, its bottles have become surprisingly hard to find, even at the entry level.

Whiskey 89

Whiskey Speed Rail Bottling Bar 89

Drinkhacker

APRIL 30, 2025

In May 2025, Woodinville is bridging the flavors of Washington State and Mexico with the release of its Woodinville Special Limited Release Straight Bourbon Finished in Tequila Barrels. Tequila-finished bourbon is becoming an increasingly familiar presence in the American whiskey scene.

Tequila 91

Tequila Whiskey Wine Bottling 91

Drinkhacker

JANUARY 30, 2025

In January 2025, it was announced that Alan’s oldest daughter, Mattie Jackson, was joining the family business as the Master Blender. Putting the celebrity association aside, if someone were to be blindly poured a glass of Silverbelly Batch #4, I would have safely assumed they’d be content sipping it at $40 for the bottle.

Whiskey 110

Whiskey Sommelier Bottling 110

Just Drinks

MARCH 25, 2025

UK beverages group AG Barr said it intends to pull its bottled water brand Strathmore later in the financial year 2025-26.

Bottling 66

Bottling 66

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 7, 2025

The third expression, ”Notes of Black Cherry Gteau, bottled at 45.5% Limited Availability and Tasting Experiences Whisky enthusiasts can experience The Singleton Gourmand Collection with pastry pairings at Justerini & Brooks in London’s Burlington Arcade from April 28 to May 5, 2025. price includes them.

Bottling 76

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 76

Just Drinks

AUGUST 12, 2024

Mallows Bottling will use the funding to purchase a new bottle filler for spirits and soft drinks products, set to go live by March 2025.

Bottling 65

Bottling 65