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Midleton Very Rare 2026: Irish Whiskey's Annual Luxury Release Returns
Midleton has dropped its 2026 Very Rare edition, the Irish distillery's annual flagship release that's been a benchmark for pot...
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Jack Daniel's McLaren F1 Whiskey: What Australian Fans Need to Know
Jack Daniel's has released a limited-edition whiskey celebrating their McLaren Racing partnership, featuring champagne barrel finishing that adds genuine complexity...
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Bernheim Wheat Whiskey Turns 20 with Its Best Release Yet
Heaven Hill is marking 20 years of Bernheim Wheat Whiskey with a release that might be the brand's defining moment:...
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Heaven Hill Drops Its Oldest Ever Heritage Collection Bourbon at 22 Years
Heaven Hill has announced the 5th edition of its Heritage Collection, and this one is a landmark: a 22-year-old Kentucky...
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Origins, Part 6: That Boutique-y Whisky Company: The Independent Bottler That Turned Whisky into Art, Story, and Discovery
In the world of whisky, distilleries often take centre stage. Names from Speyside, Islay, and the Highlands dominate conversations, and...
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One in Five Scotch Distilleries Now in Financial Distress
Almost 20% of Scotland's distilleries are facing significant or critical financial pressure, according to a December 2025 report from restructuring...
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Origins, Part 5: One in Five Scotch Distilleries in Financial Distress: What It Really Means for Whisky Lovers
There's a headline doing the rounds that stopped us in our tracks: one in five Scotch distilleries are now in...
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Origins, Part 4: Jack Daniel's Distillery: From Lynchburg, Tennessee to Your Glass
We could wax lyrical about the Jack Daniel's distillery for days; such is the sheer depth and legacy of one...
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Origins, Part 3: Weller Bourbon: Wheated Whiskey Heritage, Kentucky Excellence, and the Millennium Legacy
When people whisper 'Kentucky bourbon' with reverence, they're often talking about legends. When they speak in hushed tones, it's usually...
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Origins, Part 2: 1792 Distillery: Kentucky Gold, Bardstown Charm, and the Spirit of American Grit!
If Kentucky is the heart of American bourbon, then Bardstown is the warm, viscous thump that keeps it beating. And...
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Origins, Part 1: Welcome to Oak & Origin
Every great spirit begins with a story - one steeped in tradition, craftsmanship, and a passion for doing things the...
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