A measure of skepticism about a $1400 whisky pegged to the release of a big-budget action film is to be expected. But no matter how one feels about the marketing ploy (or price tag), there’s no denying that the GlenDronach Kingsman Edition 1991 is an impressive scotch. Matthew Vaughn, director of the new Kingsman: The […]
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Buffalo Trace Antique Bourbon Collection 2017 Released
FRANKFORT, FRANKLIN COUNTY, KY (Sept. 19, 2017) Whiskey lovers rejoice, Buffalo Trace Distillery is releasing its 2017 Antique Collection. The highly anticipated collection will once again feature five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs. Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley notes, “The team had another great year with the Antique Collection. From distillation, to barrel selection, to […]
Slane Irish Whiskey Lands in Australia
Irish whiskey is going from strength to strength, with Brown-Forman (owner of Jack Daniel’s) launching its new label, Slane Irish Whiskey, in Australia this month. Slane Irish Whiskey is triple-casked in virgin American Oak, seasoned oak and Oloroso Sherry casks to deliver a “bold yet smooth spirit” which is described as having a “more robust […]
Fuenteseca Tequila is a work of art from a Tequila legend
Fuenteseca Tequila, the work of Enrique Fonseca, a legend within the agave world. Back in April, our customers were treated to something very special when we introduced Fuenteseca Extra Anejo 7 Year Old Tequila to the store. I had tasted a sample of this earlier in the year and was absolutely blown away by the […]
Gold Bar Bourbon Hits Australia
Made in San Francisco, GOLD BAR ® offers both historical nostalgia and modern day luxury from the home of the American gold rush in the Golden State of California. Since its release in early 2016, the 889 Blend has received numerous awards from both consumers and industry. A blended American whiskey produced from premium whiskies […]
Islay distillery Ardbeg has unveiled Ardbeg An Oa
Islay distillery Ardbeg has unveiled Ardbeg An Oa Single Malt Whisky, which is the first new whisky to be added to its permanent range in almost a decade. Ardbeg An Oa is the distillery’s first new permanent expression since 2009. The Non Age Statement single malt is a vatting of different cask types, married for […]
California’s Sonoma County Distillers Now in Australia
Founded in California in 2010, Sonoma County Distilling Company produces high-quality whiskeys for the discerning drinker. Incorporating a grain to glass philosophy, each level of production is handled in-house, including the mashing and fermentation of grains, American oak barrel ageing, bottling, and labelling. The final products are the result of time-honoured traditions, from using direct […]
Fiji Rum Yum, Bula!!
Rum Co. of Fiji Fiji and MyBottleShop hosted an evening with Rum Co. of Fiji Rum Master Distiller Liam Costello. We tasted both the Bati Rum and Ratu range of Fijian Rums and matched that with pulled pork that had been on the Rum and Que smoker for 6 hours!! Each attendee was presented with […]