Chris Perugini's introduction to whiskey came at a time when Scotch was cheap, bourbon collected dust on liquor store shelves, and the only person drinking Manhattans was your grandfather. Nearly two decades later, the whiskey world is bigger than ever. Chris has been lucky
It’s A Malty ‘Take Two’ For Parker’s Heritage 18th Edition
Once considered a novelty, straight malt whiskey has gained popularity in recent years. The 18th Edition of Parker’s Heritage Collection capitalizes on the growing trend.
In Search Of Texas Whiskey’s True Identity
Extreme climate conditions in Texas have a unique effect on the maturation of whiskey. An exploration of local distilleries reveals the identity struggle of Texas whiskey.
Does Terroir Exist In Whisky? Waterford Aims To Settle The Debate
Does terroir have a noticeable impact on the production of whisky? Waterford Whisky believes that it does and their whisky was put to the test to find out.
At Least One Bottle Of The $7,500 Weller Millennium Is Open. How Is It?
Weller Millennium explores the effects of both extended aging and high wheat content on American whiskey. Innovation aside, how does a $7,500 bottle of whiskey taste?
Bourbon? Rye? Do Categories Really Matter Anymore In American Whiskey?
American whiskey is often bound by set categories, but some distillers are choosing to forgo conventional norms to create whiskey blends greater than the sum of their parts.
The Lakes Shows That Great U.K. Whisky Is Being Made Outside Of Scotland
English distilleries are often in the shadow of their Scottish counterparts, but The Lakes proves that their whisky can compete with the best that Scotland has to offer.
Indigo’s Hour And The Cross-Style Strategy Of The Orphan Barrel Series
Indigo's Hour is the latest whiskey in the Orphan Barrel series, a range that seeks to bring unique, well-aged whiskies out of their warehouses and into consumer hands.
Glenmorangie ‘A Tale Of Tokyo’ And The Boundaries Of Whisky Innovation
"A Tale of Tokyo" is the latest annual limited edition whisky from Glenmorangie. How do distilleries remain innovative while staying within production regulations?
Found North ‘Hell Diver’ And The Canadian Whisky Redemption Story
Canadian whisky is making a resurgence in the United States and brands like Found North are crafting small batch products specifically designed for the bourbon drinker.
Time Is Officially Up For ‘Fake’ Japanese Whisky. What Now?
New regulations that more clearly define Japanese whisky are finally in effect. What does this mean for the industry moving forward?