Single malt whisky

DIAGEO ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF "SPIRITED XCHANGE," THE 2023 SPECIAL RELEASES SCOTCH WHISKY COLLECTION

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DIAGEO unveils its Spirited Xchange Special Releases Scotch Whisky Collection celebrating the journey of Scotch, countries and cultures around the world.

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  • The incredible collection of unexplored flavors fuses together unique casks showcasing different crafts and finishes that honor local cultures, delighting Scotch whisky enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
  • "This year, we're proudly revealing our new series of distillery-first expressions: Spirited Xchange Special Releases 2023.
  • SRP: $200
    The 2023 Special Releases collection became available in limited quantities from select spirits retailers in the U.S. and on Malts.com starting 1st October 2023.
  • More information on the 2023 Special Releases Collection can be found at https://www.malts.com/en-row/products/collections/special-releases-2023 .

Minnesota's Brother Justus Whiskey Company Doubles American Single Malt Production as It Begins Distribution Expansion; Chicago-Area Availability Launches in November

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Minneapolis, Minnesota--(Newsfile Corp. - October 26, 2023) - Brother Justus Whiskey Company, a Minneapolis-based craft distillery, today announced its first steps in increasing distribution of its American Single Malt Whiskey products: doubled production with the addition of a second still and four more fermenters, and an expanded contract with Breakthru Beverage Group to bring its products to select restaurants and retailers in the Chicago area, beginning in November. To support the company's aggressive growth trajectory, it has promoted Helen Hardy to President and Stacy Pagano to Chief Marketing Officer, and appointed industry-veteran Cody Souders to lead national sales.

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  • Additionally, among the more than two dozen medals and awards that Brother Justus has earned so far this year, that same Cold-Peated® American Single Malt Whiskey was named the third-best American Single Malt (overall) in the prestigious International Whisky Competition .
  • Our team and infrastructure are ready," said Phil Steger, Founder and CEO of Brother Justus Whiskey Company.
  • Brother Justus American Single Malt Whiskey (Photo Credits: Eliesa Johnson/The Restaurant Project)
    The company focuses solely on American Single Malt Whiskey, the fastest-growing whiskey category in the industry.
  • Its core products are American, Silver (the first clear American Single Malt Whiskey in the industry made to showcase the flavor of the barley, first and foremost), and industry-applauded Cold-Peated® American Single Malt.

Clonakilty Distillery Collaborates with Garrison Brothers Distillery to Release 7-Year-Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

NEW YORK, June 13, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clonakilty Distillery, the family-run, state-of-the-art distillery located on the south western Irish Coast, in collaboration with Garrison Brothers Distillery, have announced the release of a 7-Year-Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey. The 7-Year-Old Irish Single Malt enters into the Texas market as a unique fusion of Irish whiskey and Texas bourbon through a collaboration between two extraordinary distilleries.

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  • NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clonakilty Distillery , the family-run, state-of-the-art distillery located on the south western Irish Coast, in collaboration with Garrison Brothers Distillery , have announced the release of a 7-Year-Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey.
  • The 7-Year-Old Irish Single Malt enters into the Texas market as a unique fusion of Irish whiskey and Texas bourbon through a collaboration between two extraordinary distilleries.
  • The 7-year Irish single malt whiskey was initially matured in ex-bourbon barrels before being finished for 7-months in Garrison Balmorhea barrels and then bottled.
  • Through this collaboration, they have created a whiskey that marries the spirit of Irish whiskey tradition with Texas bourbon craftsmanship.

JAMES B. BEAM DISTILLING CO. INTRODUCES CLERMONT STEEP™ AMERICAN SINGLE MALT WHISKEY

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

CLERMONT, Ky., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, for the first time, the James B. Beam Distilling Co. brings its 227 years of whiskey-making expertise and excellence to the American Single Malt Whiskey category with the launch of Clermont Steep™. Developed by Freddie Noe, 8th Generation Master Distiller of the Fred B. Noe Distillery, this venture into an emerging category explores the full potential of a single grain – American Malted Barley.

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  • Clermont Steep American Single Malt explores the full potential of a single grain – American Malted Barley.
  • "This American Single Malt Whiskey is smooth, sweet and incredibly balanced, and it deserves a spot on any whiskey lover's bar cart, right alongside their bourbons and ryes."
  • Just as single malt couldn't exist without steeping the grain, this whiskey couldn't exist without Clermont, Kentucky – the soul place of the James B. Beam Distilling Co. and the heartland of American Whiskey distilling culture.
  • CLERMONT STEEP AMERICAN SINGLE MALT WHISKEY | 47% ABV | SRP: $59.99

Kavalan Launches in Sweden

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

TAIPEI, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kavalan, Taiwan's premier whisky maker, has announced it is expanding to Sweden starting this month.

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  • TAIPEI, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kavalan, Taiwan's premier whisky maker, has announced it is expanding to Sweden starting this month.
  • "We are seeing strong demand for Kavalan in markets such as France and the UK, and we look forward to building on that growth in Sweden with the help of Symposion, which is family-run like Kavalan itself," he said.
  • All Kavalan expressions are single malt whisky made from pure barley in its distillery in Yilan County, on the island of Taiwan.
  • Kavalan Distillery Select No.1 Single Malt Whisky (ABV, 40) Vol 70cl
    Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky (ABV, 40) Vol 70cl
    Kavalan Podium Single Malt Whisky (ABV, 46) Vol 70cl
    Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky (ABV, 50-59.9) Vol 70cl

Catch a Glimpse of The 2022 Holiday Auction (Wine & Spirit)

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

As the first Hong Kong-based luxury lifestyle auction house, Madison Auction hosts auctions for the unique pool of high-net-worth clients from APAC and other regions.

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  • As the first Hong Kong-based luxury lifestyle auction house, Madison Auction hosts auctions for the unique pool of high-net-worth clients from APAC and other regions.
  • Madison Auction continues to accept consignments at 0% seller's commission throughout the year for upcoming sales.
  • In addition to Hong Kong, Madison Auction will also set up salerooms in Macao, Shanghai, Singapore and Guangzhou, allowing more Asia-Pacific bidders to simultaneously attend the auction via live streaming.
  • Another that may catch your eye is the Salon Cuve S Le Mesnil from 1985 (Lot 167 ), a beautiful creation from the legendary vintage.

The Macallan and Bentley Motors Unveil Prototype for The Macallan Horizon: Where Purpose Meets Innovation, Craftsmanship and Beauty

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Monday, September 19, 2022

The Macallan Horizon concept product incorporates six unique upcycled, repurposed or ethically sourced materials which are integral to The Macallan and Bentley Motors.

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  • The Macallan Horizon concept product incorporates six unique upcycled, repurposed or ethically sourced materials which are integral to The Macallan and Bentley Motors.
  • The final component is the very special single malt whisky specifically created for The Macallan Horizon.
  • The Macallan Master Whisky Maker Kirsteen Campbell developed the flavour profile for the whisky following a visit to Bentley Motors in Crewe, where she observed firsthand their shared passion for creativity, craftsmanship and innovation.
  • For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.beamsuntory.com and www.drinksmart.com .

Waterford Distillery Launches The First Irish Whiskies in Generations Made Using Real Irish Peat

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waterford Distillery, terroir-driven Irish whisky producer, has bottled the first modern Irish Peated whiskies in generations - Peated: Fenniscourt and Peated: Ballybannon, from barley grown on two distinct Single Farm Origins. The whiskies are two new bottlings in Waterford Distillery's Arcadian Farm Origins, which explore the old ways of farming and whisky in search of real rarity and intense flavors.

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  • The new single malt whiskies use both Irish peat and Irish-grown barley the first distillery in generations to do so as part of Waterford's quest to unearth whisky's most natural flavors and commitment to Irish-only ingredients.
  • In true Waterford Whisky style, the approach needed a radical approach to ensure its Irish provenance.
  • Irish peat has been redundant in whisky production since the turn of the 20th century, which meant all knowledge of how to use Irish peat had passed out of memory.
  • Waterford Distillery sourced small amounts of peat cut from Country Kildare, and worked alongside their established malting partner, Minch Malt.

Milam & Greene Releases The Castle Hill Series Batch Two, a Limited-Edition Batch of 13-Year-Old Casks

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

BLANCO, Texas, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Milam & Greene Whiskey is introducing The Castle Hill Series Batch Two, the second release of its limited-edition batch of 13-year-old hand-selected straight bourbon whiskies bottled at barrel proof. The Castle Hill Series celebrates the art of batching well-aged casks, one of the many methods Milam & Greene enlists to create its award-winning range of whiskies. Just 26 vintage barrels were married to create this superb whiskey, making it the most limited release from the acclaimed distillery that was recently lauded for its "Best in Show" whiskey at The American Craft Spirits Association competition.

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  • BLANCO, Texas, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Milam & Greene Whiskey is introducing The Castle Hill Series Batch Two, the second release of its limited-edition batch of 13-year-old hand-selected straight bourbon whiskies bottled at barrel proof.
  • The Castle Hill Series celebrates the art of batching well-aged casks, one of the many methods Milam & Greene enlists to create its award-winning range of whiskies.
  • The Castle Hill Series carries the oldest age statement in the Milam & Greene family of whiskies, and each batch includes the distillery's most exclusive casks.
  • Milam & Greene The Castle Hill Series, Batch Two Tasting Notes
    Milam & Greene The Castle Hill Series Batch Two shines in the glass with a deep burnt amber color.

The Glenrothes Invites You To Look Beyond 36 Years of Scotch Whisky Through First-of-Its-Kind NFT from Applauded New Yorker Artist

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

NEW YORK, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its birth in 1879, The Glenrothes rewards those who choose to look beyond the ordinary. Today, the storied distillery meets contemporary curiosity with The Glenrothes 36 Year Old Single Cask Scotch whisky. With only 168 bottles available, the rare, limited single malt includes a non-fungible token (NFT) designed by The New Yorker illustrator Maddie Dai, who has melded the iconic worlds of Scotland and New York City to extend the whisky experience beyond the bottle.

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  • Today, the storied distillery meets contemporary curiosity with The Glenrothes 36 Year Old Single Cask Scotch whisky.
  • A once-static image will surprise whisky lovers with subtle movements that reveal special elements found in Maddie's art.
  • Furthermore, Maddie's monochrome sketch will be enhanced through strokes of color highlighting both the whisky and the two worlds that inspired its creation.
  • The Glenrothes NFT will live on the forward-thinking Solana, one of the most sustainable blockchains in the market.