#WhiskyNews: This month, Sotheby’s Hong Kong set a new record with a hammer price of $256,162 for the Yamazaki 55-year-old, surpassing the previous highest price by nearly $46,000. Whisky Auctioneer also set a new high for the Macallan The Reach 81-year-old, with a 2024 record price of $775 more than the April Sotheby’s sale. Combined, these historic bottles represent 6 of the top 7 auction prices of the year, totaling $1.2 million. Additionally, recent 2024 releases are making waves, with Weller Millennium and Double Eagle Rare 20-year-old fetching impressive sums at auction—$9,000 and $6,250, respectively. For collectors seeking rare bottles, the auction market continues to be the place to find those elusive gems. https://lnkd.in/e-t7pc3H #whiskyadvocate #whiskyauction #whisky
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Whisky Advocate magazine is America’s leading spirits publication. Since its inception over 20 years ago, it has been the premier source for information, education, and entertainment for whisky enthusiasts. Whisky Advocate also sponsors WhiskyFest™, the country’s largest and most respected whisky tasting event.
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We may be whisky devotees, but sometimes a different drink hits the spot. Discover a few newly released products from outside the whisky world: a hot pepper-infused rum, a cucumber-lemon gin perfect for refreshing summer cocktails, and a variety of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails ideal for sipping poolside, at the beach, or by the lake. Whatever your taste, there’s something new to explore: https://lnkd.in/eqq_JD_W #whiskyadvocate #spiritsreleases Empress 1908 Gin | Crafted by Victoria Distillers Silent Pool Distillers Two Chicks Cocktails Via Carota Craft Cocktails
Hot Pepper Infused Rum, Cucumber-Lemon Gin, & More [New Spirits Releases]
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🥃 Buffalo Trace Unveils Paris Pop-Up Ahead Of The Olympics! 🥃 Just in time for the Summer Olympic Games in Paris, Buffalo Trace Distillery is opening a pop-up retail shop and an exclusive whiskey lounge, 12 Gold, in the heart of the Les Halles District. From July 19 to August 11, whiskey lovers can explore a selection of Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, W.L. Weller, and Sazerac rye, plus custom merchandise. 📍 36 Rue Etienne Marcel, Paris 🗓️ Pop-Up: July 19 - August 11 🗓️ 12 Gold: July 26 - August 11 Read on to learn how to join the exclusive tastings of 12 gold: https://lnkd.in/eTpKsghC #whiskyadvocate #buffalotrace #olympics
Buffalo Trace Unveils Paris Pop-Up Ahead Of The Olympics
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#DoYouKnow the elusive flavor of rancio? 🥃 While scientific studies in wine have linked rancio to compounds like MND, its presence in whisky remains a delightful mystery. Often associated with well-aged scotch whiskies, particularly those aged over 40 years in old sherry casks, rancio adds a unique depth and richness with notes of mushroom, walnut, and even polished leather. Explore the allure of rancio in one of these 3 whiskies: https://lnkd.in/efPZTG7k #whiskyadvocate #whiskytasting #rancioflavors
What Is Rancio and How To Detect The Flavor In Whisky
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Ever wondered about "Bottled in Bond" on your whiskey label? Established by the 1897 Bottled in Bond Act, this mark was introduced to combat questionable practices in whiskey production, ensuring your whiskey meets strict standards: produced by one distiller in one season, aged at least 4 years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at 100 proof. Once a fading practice, bottled in bond whiskeys are now rare gems, known for their commitment to transparency and excellence. Only about 100 brands in the U.S. carry this designation. https://lnkd.in/eejva_bv #whisky101 #whiskyadvocate #bottledinbond George Dickel Tennessee Whisky
Bottled In Bond: A Seal of Approval
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5 Must Try Red Wine Cask-Finished Whiskies Wine and whisky find common ground in the use of wine barrels for finishing whiskies. Barrel finishing has long been a practice in Scotland and Ireland, particularly with port and sherry casks and also with still wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, California, and elsewhere, but it had a slower adoption in the U.S.; the practice was mostly unheard of until about 15 years ago, when pioneers like Angel’s Envy got things rolling. Read on: https://lnkd.in/evne7bxx #whiskyadvocate #wine #winecaskfinishedwhiskies
Reviews: 5 Red Wine Cask-Finished Whiskies To Try
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#WhiskyNews: Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series is back with The Heart Release, the latest expression in the “second chapter” of this celebrated series. Finished with two types of French oak staves and aged in the limestone cellar, The Heart Release showcases the dedication and craftsmanship of the distillery team in Loretto, Kentucky. Continuing a tradition of innovation that began with Maker’s 46, this new release offers a distinctive and balanced flavor profile. Read on: https://lnkd.in/eHmcEi3R #whiskyadvocate #whisky #makersmark #newwhiskies Maker's Mark Distillery
Review: The Heart Release is the Latest Chapter in the Maker's Mark Wood Finishing Series
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#WhiskyWeekend: This week's assortment of new releases is a diverse bunch, with a couple scotch whiskies joining limited edition American whiskeys from both major distillers and craft operations alike. From Scotland, Ardbeg has added a second whisky to its Anthology Collection while Jura has released a rye cask-finished single malt. Stateside, there's a new 117 Series bourbon from Old Forester, single malts from Cedar Ridge and Dogfish Head, the latest bottled in bond vintage from Chattanooga Whiskey, and a toasted barrel-finished rye from Penelope. https://lnkd.in/e9annVpD #whiskyadvocate #whisky #newwhiskies #scotch ARDBEG DISTILLERY LIMITED Chattanooga Whiskey Cedar Ridge
Scotch Whiskies from Jura and Ardbeg, Old Forester 117 Rum Finished, Cedar Ridge, Penelope & More [New Releases]
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Can't find Weller 12 Year Old? No worries! Try these fantastic wheated bourbon alternatives! 🥃 For readily available options, Larceny and Maker’s Mark are top picks. Larceny’s 92 proof is a solid, affordable choice, and its barrel proof version was our 2020 Whisky of the Year. Maker’s Mark, at 90 proof, is another reliable favorite. Looking for something special? Old Fitzgerald from Heaven Hill is an excellent alternative. Bernheim wheat whiskey, also from Heaven Hill, offers a unique twist, though it’s not technically a bourbon. For more unique finds, Rebel 10 Year Old Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon is a stellar option. Don’t miss out on Dry Fly, Wilderness Trail, New Riff, and Old Elk, which all offer exceptional wheated bourbons with greater age. https://lnkd.in/g75xt39p #whiskyadvocate #bourbon #wheatedbourbon Maker's Mark Distillery Larceny Bourbon
Weller 12 Year Old Wheated Bourbon Brings the Sweet and the Heat
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#WhiskyNews: James B. Beam Distilling Co. has reintroduced Jim Beam Black with a 7-year age statement and increased ABV to 45%, restoring its richer, more complex flavor profile. Master distillers Fred and Freddie Noe meticulously blended barrels to ensure a consistent, robust taste reminiscent of earlier iterations. Priced at $25, this bourbon offers notes of orange marmalade, vanilla-chocolate ice cream, and a long, satisfying finish of orange and leather. Discover the legacy of Jim Beam Black anew. Read on: https://lnkd.in/eJXaHAkH #whiskyadvocate #whisky #newwhiskies #jamesbeamdistilling
Review: Jim Beam Black After its Makeover
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