The Whiskey Wash

MAY 17, 2024

image via Southern Distilling Company) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand. When things went wrong, an entire industry was seriously impacted, particularly in Statesville, which was known pre-Prohibition as the ‘Liquor Capital of the World’ due to the numerous distilleries in the area.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 14, 2024

We review Southern Star The Standard High Rye Straight Bourbon Whiskey, distilled in North Carolina from a mash bill of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley. image via Southern Distilling Company) Editor’s Note: We received a review sample of this whiskey from the brand.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 14, 2025

1 With whiskey prices creeping upward and premium bottles becoming harder to find, or justify, 2025 is shaping up to be the year of the comeback bottom-shelf bourbon. The kind that’s been hiding in plain sight for years, gathering dust on the lower shelves of liquor stores, unfairly dismissed for its price tag or plastic cap.

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VinePair

JUNE 16, 2025

and the rest of the world) Any beer and a shot of whiskey Credit: Brent Hofacker – stock.adobe.com Arguably the most ubiquitous — and most nebulous — beer-and-shot combo in the world, the Boilermaker pairs any beer (usually a lager ) with a shot of whiskey. Beer-and-Shot Combos Boilermaker U.S. the other in the U.S.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has welcomed Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery as two new members. Image credits: Peg Leg Porker Spirits and Stable Reserve Distillery The Tennessee Whiskey Trail has announced the addition of two new trail members: Stable Reserve Distillery and Peg Leg Porker Spirits.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 28, 2024

Founded in 2014 by the Wine Country Network, the American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition is an annual double-blind tasting competition for bourbons and whiskeys from across North America. To talk about every winner in the competition in 2023 would make for a very long article. To see a full list of winners click here.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 27, 2025

David Gluckman and his team mixed whiskey with cream in 1973 – critics called it crazy, but Baileys Irish Cream went on to sell over 1.25 They buy three things: a bottle of Irish whiskey, some cream, and a bar of chocolate. It wasn’t a fine whiskey. Total planning time? Market research? Backup plan if it fails?

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 11, 2025

The Kavalan 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky 2025 Edition will be available through official Kavalan channels in Taiwan, including the Kavalan Distillery Shop, Kavalan Whisky shops, Kavalan Whisky Bar, and select local liquor stores. Read the full article at Kavalan Launches First Age Statement Whisky

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 23, 2025

The cask strength expression will be available in liquor stores across 25 states, with online delivery extending to 44 states through ncnean-usa.com. Each bottle is matured in specially treated red wine barrels (55%), American whiskey barrels (43%), and a small proportion of Oloroso sherry casks (2%).

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VinePair

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Old Landmark Bourbon (four-year-old, 86 proof, from Illinois); and Macy’s “40” Whiskey (a blend containing 40 percent Kentucky juice, 86 proof). From the 1930s to the 1980s, many department stores, liquor shops, and restaurants had their own private labels of various spirits that they sold to customers. Macy’s was not alone.

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VinePair

AUGUST 6, 2024

Like the rest of the country, the whiskey trails in the Western part of the United States are vast and full of options to explore. Drawing from local ingredients and influenced by local microclimates, the distilleries — and the whiskeys they make — reflect a relaxed and creative attitude common in this part of the country.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Bootlegged and diluted whiskey, bathtub gin, and backwoods moonshine were indeed all consumed in great quantities in the era’s underground bars and speakeasies. In the early 20th century, doctors and patients still believed that hard liquor had some curative properties. What Did Medicinal Whiskey Taste Like?

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 20, 2024

So, when fans on X (formerly Twitter) began noticing this mysterious, locked folder on Beyoncé’s media site with a cover image featuring a bottle of mahogany-colored liquid in a glass case , it fuelled speculation that the singer might be gearing up to launch her own whiskey brand. Where Will SIRDAVIS Whiskey Be Produced?

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VinePair

MARCH 14, 2024

If there’s one thing whiskey fans love, it’s superlatives. All spirits must be American rye whiskeys. It must be a rye whiskey under the definition during the period in which it was bottled. Interviewees could only choose rye whiskeys they’ve personally sampled. Oldest, highest proof, rarest — we covet them all.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 22, 2024

Flavored whiskey is a rapidly growing category. As whiskey producers gear themselves towards a younger market, hoping to appeal to Gen-Z drinkers, we have seen all sorts of flavors hit the market, from birthday cake to s’mores , there is a flavored whiskey to appeal to all tastes. Whether this is true is up for debate.

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VinePair

JANUARY 18, 2024

The world of whiskey is wonderfully vast, which is why it can often be intimidating — even for aficionados. When it comes to whiskey, underrated really means what overdelivers for the price. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a diverse flavor profile from the typical whiskey we’re used to.” Price is mid-range, $50 to $60.

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VinePair

AUGUST 29, 2024

Almost 20 years into the bourbon boom , liquor store shelves — both physical and virtual — are more packed than ever with producers and labels fighting for eyeballs. But in the past decade, tucked among the various bourbons and ryes, more bottles carrying the indeterminate “American whiskey” label have appeared. Low calorie, it is not.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 28, 2025

Woodford Reserve is one of the most recognizable names in American whiskey. proof strength, Woodford Reserve has built a loyal following among casual drinkers and whiskey enthusiasts alike. They are the whiskeys you’ll find on shelves across the United States, each crafted with a unique mash bill and a clear flavor profile.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 14, 2025

Inter-liquor blending of this sort is disqualifying for many major whiskey categories, but it is fair game for Canadian whisky, which grants a wide latitude for experimentation. Read the full article at Bearface Whisky Review: Wilderness Series 01 Matusake Edition

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VinePair

MARCH 5, 2024

Every whiskey journey starts somewhere. While it’s possible to fall in love with whiskey through an advanced style like an aggressive rye or a heavily peated Scotch , it’s usually wiser to find a more approachable bottle to ease into the category. It finishes long, smooth, and clean at the end.”

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 10, 2024

New American whiskey and bourbon releases from the past week include an extra-aged expression from Knob Creek and a limited-edition Pride expression from Fierce & Kind. Wyoming Whiskey releases Outryder 2024, and Next Century Spirits releases a tequila-finished bourbon.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 10, 2024

New American whiskey and bourbon releases from the past week include an extra-aged expression from Knob Creek and a limited-edition Pride expression from Fierce & Kind. Wyoming Whiskey releases Outryder 2024, and Next Century Spirits releases a tequila-finished bourbon.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 11, 2025

Lee’s approach was revolutionary: bottling whiskey one barrel at a time, allowing each barrel’s unique character to shine. The short, faceted, grenade-shaped decanter stands out in a world of tall, uniform whiskey bottles. Before Blanton’s, bourbon brands aimed for consistency by blending many barrels together.

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VinePair

JUNE 11, 2025

Bullet-Shaped Whiskey Stones Credit: Wine and Whiskey Decanter Although they remain a popular Father’s Day and college grad gift, whiskey stones are pretty much useless. And if a drinker is so vehemently against dilution, why not just enjoy whiskey neat? They’ve been responsible for chipped teeth. The LiquorStick 2.0

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Now, don’t expect it to taste like actual liquor. Monday : With whiskey and gin alternatives, you can recreate many classic cocktails with Monday’s non-alcoholic spirits. Ritual : With four different varieties of NA spirits, Ritual has you covered in terms of versatility with their zero-proof tequila, rum, whiskey, and gin.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 3, 2025

Each week, we’re giving away a £25 or $25 gift card to spend at a whisky or liquor store of your choice. Just leave a comment on any article on The Whiskey Wash , and you’ll be automatically entered into our weekly draw. Just scroll to the bottom of any article and join the discussion.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 6, 2024

As the second-largest Irish whiskey brand in the world in one of the fastest-growing categories, Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey is experimenting with flavor innovations. One such whiskey is the Tullamore D.E.W. Honey is one-of-a-kind, being the first-ever Irish whiskey innovation made with 100% Natural Bohemian Honey.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Award winning Blackcurrant flavored whiskey from Von Payne will bring their distinctive gargoyle pourer and rebellious spirit to Canada. Von Payne Spirits, known for their flagship Blackcurrant flavored whiskey and distinctive gargoyle pourer, have just signed a partnership with MJ Liquor Distribution and Distillers Pride.

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Drinkhacker

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

It’s a 17 year-old single grain Irish whiskey, perhaps one of two dozen casks we’ve sampled so far that day. It’s the second-to-last day of a weeklong trip, the latest step in a partnership between the New Hampshire Liquor Commission and the Irish government’s Bord Bia. But its impact on liquor is undoubtedly outsized.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 13, 2025

Inter-liquor blending of this sort is disqualifying for many major whiskey categories, but it is fair game for Canadian whisky, which grants a wide latitude for experimentation. Read the full article at Bearface Whisky Review: One Eleven Series Oaxaca Edition

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 10, 2024

The airing of the results allows bourbon and whiskey fans across the globe to see the tasting sessions for themselves, and understand how the expert panel selects their favorite expressions. So, I thought we would do something a little different in my Whiskey Awards series this week. However, they did not know which was which.

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Cheers

DECEMBER 19, 2024

million 9-liter cases, according the Beverage Information Group 2024 Liquor Handbook. In addition to intense competition from tequila, domestic whiskey and the ready-to-drink (RTD) segments, brandy and Cognac had to contend with economic pressures, as inflation put a crimp in some discretionary spending.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 27, 2025

The new whiskey debuted at Dubai Duty-Free and Bengaluru Duty Free in June 2025, with plans to expand to additional Indian airports throughout the year. The whiskey ages in ex-bourbon casks before finishing in a combination of Pedro Ximénez sherry, virgin oak, and cherry wood casks. billion in 2024. billion in 2024.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 16, 2024

The majority of Indian spirits labeled as ‘whisky’ are closer to rum due to being distilled from molasses, falling within a category of alcohol termed as Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL), and are marketed to domestic Indian consumers. As the son of a sugar cane plantation and liquor manufacturer, Paul P. In 1972, G. million rupees.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 17, 2024

Modernizing Oregon’s Liquor Laws” The partnership between Heritage Distilling Company and the Coquille Indian Tribe is the culmination of the overturning of a 188 year old Federal law that banned Native American tribes from distilling spirits on tribal lands. Aging premium whiskeys and rums requires time-honored methods and maturation.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 12, 2025

Inter-liquor blending of this sort is disqualifying for many major whiskey categories, but it is fair game for Canadian whisky, which grants a wide latitude for experimentation. elementor-template id="88770"] Score: 6/10 Read the full article at Whisky Review: Bearface Triple Oak Elementally Aged Canadian Whisky 7 Year Old

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VinePair

MARCH 12, 2024

But with the number of brews and liquors out there, choosing the ideal combination isn’t always straightforward. Four Roses Whiskey and Pilsner While beer and whiskey combos (better known as boilermakers) are quite popular, we usually think of the beer as a means of washing down the bourbon.

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