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Pernod Ricard Just Launched a Whisky Made in China

The drinks giant calls The Chuan "China’s first prestige Malt Whisky"

Reminder: Don’t Buy Whisky Stones as a Gift

They're like ice with none of the benefits

The Best Whiskies from Around the World in 2023

Our favorite brown spirits from Scotland, Ireland, India, Japan and more

The Best Rye Whiskeys of 2023

The majority are American, but the winner hails from across the pond

The Best American Whiskeys of 2023 (That Aren’t Bourbon or Rye)

These are the best bottles of the year, handpicked by our drinks editor

Why Mark Reynier Is Our Spirits Producer of 2023 

The former Bruichladdich head is reshaping how we think about whisky and rum with his brands Waterford and Renegade

Revisiting the Classics: Knob Creek 12 Is an Ideal Bourbon

Kicking off a new series that provides a fresh perspective on classic spirits

We’ll All Be Drinking More Limited-Edition Spirits in 2024

A “less but better” approach is taking hold in the drinks world. Other forecasted trends include improved no/low-alcohol options and an interest in “European flavors.”

The 6 Best Single Barrel Rye Whiskeys to Drink Right Now

These options from Michter’s, Jack Daniel’s and Knob Creek offer bold and unique flavors

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This December

Bardstown and Starward embrace beer cask maturation. Plus, new releases from Dewar’s, WhistlePig, Westward and more.

What Is Cigar Blend Whiskey?

The labels Cigar Cut or Cigar Blend are becoming more noticeable in the spirits industry

Is the Rare Whisky Auction Market Flattening Out?

A new report suggests value is decreasing in fine and rare whiskies sold at auction

What Are the Regional Styles of American Rye Whiskey?

Some distilleries still root their whiskey in provenance and history, but the regional designations may be fading into the past

Why the Price of Your Favorite Japanese Whisky May Soon Double

Suntory just announced some major price increases, citing demand and inflation

A Drinker’s Guide to Giving Tuesday

Some ways to give back to the booze community (and the world) on November 28