Kempton is a quaint relic town from Tasmanian’s colonial era, located in the Southern midlands on the highway to Launceston. Old Kempton Distillery is perhaps the oldest part of the town and is located on the main street not far from the post office, an 1800s coach (the horse-drawn type) stop, and um a few […]
World’s best makers of fortified wine to release two single malts this winter
In a project that started five years ago, some of the most highly regarded whisky experts in the world have come together with internationally renowned and award winning fortified wine producers, the Morris family, to craft two uniquely Australian single malt whiskies. Morris will release two premium whiskies in June: Morris Australian Single Malt Signature […]
Australian whisky category gains a new player
World-renowned fortified wine maker, Morris of Rutherglen, is launching two new Australian single malt whiskies this month. Morris Australian Single Malt Signature Whisky and Australian Single Malt Muscat Barrel Whisky are made from 100 per cent local ingredients before being finished in Morris fortified wine barrels to help further develop their flavours. The Morris family […]
Lark Distilling releases new single malt whisky with Brokenwood Winery
Lark Distilling Co. has released Rare Cask Brokenwood Graveyard Shiraz, the third single malt whisky in its Rare Cask Series, in partnership with the Brokenwood Winery in the Hunter Valley. The single malt has been finished in a cask that once held Brokenwood’s highly celebrated 2018 Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, named both “Shiraz of the Year” […]
The Heart of Provence: Coteaux Varois
In Provence, one of the oldest wine-producing regions in France, the Coteaux Varois AOC was, surprisingly, only granted in 1993, after years of protest from the other established ACs. It is the geographic centre of Provence and its unique terroir is based on its elevation, with an average height of 350m and some plots up […]
Jo Landron: Out of this Atmosphère
Brilliant New Releases from a Biodynamic Loire Valley Icon “Jo Landron has so tirelessly served as an international ambassador for his appellation that his memorable mustache and Muscadets have become regional icons… if you walk away uninspired from a conversation with this man, then viticulture just doesn’t move you.” David Schildknecht “While some Muscadet vignerons seem […]
Growing Queensland’s craft brewing and distillery scene
Since new laws were passed in March, a strong contingent of artisan distillers and craft brewers from all corners of Queensland have taken the opportunity to apply for the new artisan producer liquor licence. The Artisan Liquor Bill, passed by Parliament on 9 March, commenced today, officially recognising the state’s artisan liquor producers in the […]
3 REASONS TO LOVE THIS RELEASE
You might be wondering what makes the 2021 Limited Edition vintage release of Bloody Shiraz Gin so special? Well, three things really (or four, if you count the delicious drinks at the end of this email). The first reason is that every Shiraz vintage is a little bit different. In the past we’ve seen some […]