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Origins, Part 10: One Drop Brewing Co. A New Wave of Craft Brewing in Sydney
In the ever-evolving landscape of Australian craft beer, few breweries have made an impact as quickly and creatively as One Drop Brewing Co in Botany, NSW. Since opening its doors...
News: Sazerac Backs 818 Tequila - The Signal Is in the Shift
Sazerac’s 818 Tequila Investment Signals a Shift Beyond Whisky
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Michter's Barrel Strength Sour Mash: First US★1 Release Confirmed for May
Michter's announces first barrel strength sour mash whiskey release for May. Australian allocation news suggests tight availability if it lands...
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Origins, Part 9: Hellyers Road Distillery: Tasmania’s Pioneering Spirit of Innovation
Tasmania has firmly cemented its place on the global whisky stage, and at the heart of this rise sits Hellyers...
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News: Four Roses Single Barrel Collection Returns This May
Four Roses announces the second rotation of its Single Barrel Collection, aged 7–9 years, arriving from May. Australian allocations expected...
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Breaking News: Eagle Rare 30 Just Dropped - Buffalo Trace's Oldest Bourbon Yet
Buffalo Trace unveils Eagle Rare 30 - a 30-year-old bourbon and the oldest release in the Eagle Rare lineup.
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Sazerac Eyes Brown-Forman - A Deal That Reaches Far Beyond American Whiskey
Sazerac’s reported move on Brown-Forman could bring two of American whiskey’s biggest portfolios together. What it means for collectors, releases,...
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Heaven Hill 90th Anniversary News: Why This Bourbon Drop Actually Matters
Heaven Hill 90th Anniversary bourbon news: 9-year limited edition with rare 107-proof barrel entry and unique char blend. Why this...
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Industry Milestone: Kentucky Bourbon Trail Maintains 2.7 Million Visitor Record
Kentucky Bourbon Trail maintains 2.7M visitors in 2025. What this industry growth means for Australian bourbon availability, pricing, and premium...
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Origins, Part 8: Whisky Wayfarers Weller Millennium Weekend
20–22 February 2026 · Wisemans Retreat A Rare Chapter in Australian Whiskey History A landmark moment for Australian whiskey enthusiasts...
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Michter’s Legacy Series 2026: Shenk’s & Bomberger’s Return This April
Michter's announces 2026 Legacy Series news: Shenk's Homestead and Bomberger's Declaration whiskeys drop in April. Limited quantities. $110–$120. Mark your...
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Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman in Merger Talks: What It Could Mean for Bourbon Drinkers
Pernod Ricard in merger talks with Brown-Forman. What this means for Australian bourbon drinkers and the future of Jack Daniel's,...
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