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Kirin Ichiban Is Getting a New Brewing Partner in the US

New Belgium will produce Kirin Ichiban in the United States beginning in 2025

Why Maker’s Mark Brought Back Its Best Bourbon Idea

The Wood Finishing Series made a surprise return this year, and the first release is stellar

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This July

Including cask strength releases from Highland Park and Pinhook. Plus, new bottles from Barrell, Sagamore Spirit and Knob Creek.

One Winery Turned Smoke-Damaged Grapes Into Barbecue Sauce

A creative solution in the wake of wildfires

This Distillery Dares to Ask: What If a Breakfast Sandwich Was Booze?

The Taylor ham/pork roll debate continues, but as spirits

It’s Time to Give Moonshine Some Respect

It’s an American tradition and as worthy a liquid as any unaged spirit

Why Islay Is Suddenly the Hottest Thing in Scotch

Several new distilleries are sprouting up on the island

The 12 Best High-Proof Tequilas

How a higher ABV can concentrate and enhance flavor, either for sipping or cocktails

Review: Jim Beam Black Has Undergone a Transformation

Now with a 7-year age statement, this $25 bourbon finally found its identity

The Best Rum, Tropical and Tiki Bars in NYC

Who needs a literal island paradise when you have these 18 getaways right in the city?

Catch Every Big Game at Houston’s Best Sports Bars

Consider these spirited hangouts for watch parties and epic comfort eats

Utah Man Revives Ancient Egyptian Beer

He did so with the help of some very old yeast

The Global Spirits Industry Is Officially “Tumultuous”

A new report by The Spirits Business suggests a rather wide range of good and bad news for larger drinks brands

The 8 Most Interesting Things We Drank at Bar Convent Brooklyn

Highlights from the two-day drinks convention included ocean water whisky, agave vodka and something called “Twisted Cow”

To Understand Ireland, Drink Poitín 

The Irish white spirit is both centuries-old and part of a huge drinks revival in its homeland and beyond