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Lover of Arran, Islay and all things whisky. Lagg cask society. Slàinte
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Maggie Kimberl
2 days ago
Happy to announce I'm chairing the inaugural Kosher Spirits Competition for my friends at Jewish Drinking! I encourage all Kosher certified spirits brands to enter -->
jewishdrinking.com/ksa2026pr/
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Announcing the 2026 Kosher Spirits Awards – Jewish Drinking
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Whiskeyfellow
3 days ago
Yeah, Fior Blended
#Scotch
#Whiskey
is spelled with an “e.” My review, available on
Whiskeyfellow.net
or via the link below, tells you everything you need to know. Bar, Bottle, or Bust? Check it out! Cheers!
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Mark Gillespie
6 days ago
Scotch Whisky exports fell globally last year, according to HMRC export data released today by the Scotch Whisky Association...we have the details at the WhiskyCast web site...
whiskycast.com/tariffs-econ...
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Tariffs, Economy Cause Scotch Whisky Exports to Slump - WhiskyCast
It's a perfect storm...the combination of import tariffs and a soft U.S. economy have caused Scotch Whisky exports to fall in 2025 for the second consecutive
https://whiskycast.com/tariffs-economy-cause-scotch-whisky-exports-to-slump/
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Whiskeyfellow
9 days ago
Single Cask Nation is a respected independent bottler. Today’s review explores Mannochmore 17, Glen Moray 12 & a mystery
#Scotch
Whisky. Check it out at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
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Mark Gillespie
11 days ago
Today’s
#Olympics
#hockeydram
Is the new King of Kentucky Small Batch #1 of three different proofs (105, 107.5, and 110 proof). Will have my tasting notes for it on this weekend’s WhiskyCast.
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Whiskeyfellow
14 days ago
Bardstown Bourbon Co has a wheated Bottled-in-Bond
#Bourbon
. Have you tried it? I have, and share my thoughts in my latest review. Check it out at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link in my profile. Cheers!
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Can't See The Wood For The Whisky
16 days ago
A small reminder that the
@exploringwhisky.bsky.social
#Bristol
whisky festival is taking place on the 7th Feb. A few tickets still available. Great festival.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exploring-...
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Exploring Whisky Bristol (2026), The Craft & Independent Whisky Festival
Hundreds of drams from craft distilleries and independent bottlers from around the World, all in one place, for one day only!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/exploring-whisky-bristol-2026-the-craft-independent-whisky-festival-tickets-1594772299879?msockid=00bcc74c4ba766ee3b19d1104a856765
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Fantastic Canadian whisky masterclass with Davin De Kergommeaux @ Stillhead Distillery last night.
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Mark Gillespie
28 days ago
This week's WhiskyCast is a couple of days late because of travel issues, but is available now featuring highlights from this weekend's Victoria Whisky Festival.
whiskycast.com/a-weekend-to...
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A Weekend to Remember - WhiskyCast
This week, we’re on location at the Victoria Whisky Festival in Victoria, British Columbia, where it was unofficially Bill Ashburn Weekend. The retired Forty
https://whiskycast.com/a-weekend-to-remember/
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Whiskeyfellow
3 months ago
Barrell Dovetail Toasted Whiskey Review (2025) If you loved Barrell Dovetail, you’re going to go insane for Dovetail Toasted American
#Whiskey
, part of its new Black Label Series. My free-to-read review is at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/11/barr...
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Mark Gillespie
3 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we'll talk with Mitch Bechard, longtime whisky brand ambassador and author of the new "Not Another F*ucking Whisky Book."
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Not Your Typical Whisky Book - WhiskyCast
Mitch Bechard is a longtime Scotch Whisky brand ambassador, with years of service at Diageo and Glenfiddich. Now, he’s written a rollicking memoir of his
https://whiskycast.com/not-your-typical-whisky-book/
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Mark Gillespie
3 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we're celebrating our 20th anniversary with Tamdhu distillery manager Sandy "Big Mac" McIntyre!
whiskycast.com/celebrating-...
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Celebrating 20 Years of WhiskyCast - WhiskyCast
This week, we’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of the very first WhiskyCast episode in 2005. We’ll hear from some longtime listeners, and chat with Tamdhu
https://whiskycast.com/celebrating-20-years-of-whiskycast/
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Whiskeyfellow
3 months ago
Les Terribles – Batch 1
#Bourbon
honors Wisconsin’s “Red Arrow” Division from World War I. It is a blend of Straight Bourbons triple-finished in new oak, Armagnac & Cognac casks. My review can be found at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
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Maggie Kimberl
4 months ago
Spooky stuff going down tonight at Buffalo Trace
americanwhiskeymag.com/articles/the...
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Halloween whiskey activities: The haunting of Buffalo Trace Distillery
Like many distilleries, Buffalo Trace comes with a handful of ghost stories. Now, the Kentucky distillery is inviting guests to (maybe) meet one of its ghostly forefathers
https://americanwhiskeymag.com/articles/the-haunting-of-buffalo-trace-distillery/
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Mark Gillespie
4 months ago
Just finished a tasting with the team from Tullibardine Distillery…went through their core range, and will have our conversation on this weekend’s WhiskyCast!
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Whiskeyfellow
4 months ago
Sagamore Spirit 10-Yr Rye Whiskey Review Sagamore Spirit dropped its oldest-to-date Rye whiskey – a whopping 10 years! My review can be found by clicking the link below or by visiting
Whiskeyfellow.net
. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/10/saga...
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Sam Workman
4 months ago
This week's cocktail is quite an honor. The West Virginia Weakly asked me to pen a recipe and write for their paper and for the Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival in Martinsburg, WV today. Thanks to my good friend
@gilessnyder.bsky.social
.
#cocktails
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The Daily West Virginia Weakly: October 16, 2025
Kanawha school vaccine case, MARL opposition, 'No Kings' rallies and a West Virginia cocktail recipe
https://open.substack.com/pub/wvweakly/p/the-daily-west-virginia-weakly-october-35c?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email
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Whiskeyfellow
4 months ago
On Your 6 is billed as a premium Bourbon brand founded by US veterans that donates a portion of its sales to help everyday American heroes. My review of this whiskey can be found by clicking the link below or at
Whiskeyfellow.net
. Cheers!
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Whiskeyfellow
4 months ago
Zane Brammel and Matt Hobbs founded New Era Whiskey & Spirits, taking it from a members-only whiskey club to a full-fledged brand. Today, I review five of its unique Bourbons. Check them out by clicking the link below or at
Whiskeyfellow.net
. Cheers!
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Tammy Coxen
4 months ago
There's still time to sign up for tonight's book talk! It's gonna be a blast. Noah is such a wealth of info and the book is jam packed with interesting stuff. Plus we'll be mixing up some cocktails along the way!
www.tammystastings.com/upcoming-eve...
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Whiskeyfellow
4 months ago
Copperworks Distilling has two new American Single Malts: Craft Month 2025 and Amaro Cask Finish. Both are totally different, and my reviews can be found at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or via the link below. Cheers!
#whiskey
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Whiskeyfellow
4 months ago
Raconteur Rye represents a partnership between David Jennings and James Symons. Its newest are Gemini I & II; one is sourced by MGP, the other is from a KY distillery. My review explores each; check it out at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
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Mark Gillespie
5 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we learn more about - and taste - the world's oldest whisky with Stephen Rankin of Gordon & MacPhail!
whiskycast.com/the-worlds-o...
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The World's Oldest Whisky...For Now - WhiskyCast
Gordon & MacPhail has unveiled the oldest whisky ever bottled (so far), an 85-year-old single malt distilled at Glenlivet Distillery in 1940, and priced
https://whiskycast.com/the-worlds-oldest-whisky-for-now/
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Mark Gillespie
5 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we look at the Westland Distillery heist and talk about the state of American whiskey with author Lew Bryson!
whiskycast.com/the-state-of...
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The State of American Whiskey - WhiskyCast
This week, we’ll catch up with veteran whisky and beer writer Lew Bryson. His new book “American Whiskey Master Class” is a deep dive into American whiskies
https://whiskycast.com/the-state-of-american-whiskey/
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Whiskeyfellow
5 months ago
In 2021, I reviewed Middle West Spirits Pumpernickel
#Rye
. It was a Bust. Four years later, and after some additional time in oak, they approached me again. How’d that work out? Visit
Whiskeyfellow.net
or click the link below to learn more. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/09/midd...
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Tammy Coxen
5 months ago
Excited to dive into my brand new copy of the Whiskey Bible in preparation for my online book talk and cocktail class with Noah Rothbaum on October 15. Grab your tickets now for an evening of fun conversation and tasty libations!
www.tammystastings.com/upcoming-eve...
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Whiskeyfellow
5 months ago
If you live in Maryland or are a Baltimore Ravens fan, then you're familiar with the term Festivus Maximus. It's also the name of a limited-edition American
#Rye
from Sagamore Spirit. Click the link below to learn more. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/09/saga...
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Mark Gillespie
5 months ago
Kilchoman is marking its 20th anniversary this year, and founder Anthony Wills joins us on this week's WhiskyCast. We talked about the history of Kilchoman, the state of the whisky industry, and answered some of your questions, too.
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Islay's Farm Distillery Celebrates 20 Years of Single Malts - WhiskyCast
Kilchoman Distillery marked its 20th anniversary in 2025, and founder Anthony Wills will be in the U.S. for a series of anniversary tastings this week. Before
https://whiskycast.com/islays-farm-distillery-celebrates-20-years-of-single-malts/
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Mark Gillespie
5 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we're talking with Angela D'Orazio, the new creative director of whisky making at Compass Box. We'll also talk corn and wheat with Marianne Eaves and much more!
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Charting a New Course for Compass Box - WhiskyCast
Angela D’Orazio is the new Creative Director of Whisky Making at Compass Box. She spent 17 years as master blender at Sweden’s Mackmyra Distillery, building a
https://whiskycast.com/charting-a-new-course-for-compass-box/
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Can't See The Wood For The Whisky
5 months ago
Morning all. Just a little note to say I will be at the Midlands Whisky Festival in Birmingham this weekend, pouring some Torabhaig and Mossburn delights. Do come and find me if you are going. Always lovely to say hello!
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New Deal Distillery & Bottle Shop
5 months ago
Far from a one-note mixer, our Cola Cocktail Syrup is a fantastic blend of vanilla, citrus, lavender, and aromatic spices. This versatile syrup can make a variety of dynamite drinks, some of which are perfect for the Fall and Holiday season! Order online at www.newdealbottleshop.com
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Maggie Kimberl
5 months ago
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Can’t Find Weller? Here’s What To Drink Instead
These days, W.L. Weller can be hard to find, and expensive when you do. So we asked some expert bartenders and bar managers to pick their favorite whe...
https://www.unicornauctions.com/unicorn-review/weller-wheated-bourbon
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Can't See The Wood For The Whisky
5 months ago
Hello BlueSky... I kind of forgot about you today. Anyway, have a read, share etc before the attention gets too much and I take it down....
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When Saltburn comes to Edinburgh...
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https://clairevokins.substack.com/p/when-saltburn-comes-to-edinburgh
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Scotty’s Drams
5 months ago
I’m against putting ice in whisky but hey, it’s your drink. Drink it how you like it.
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Whiskeyfellow
5 months ago
Bold Journey Magazine interviewed me. If you're interested, the link is below. Cheers!
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Bill Linnane
5 months ago
No self respecting whisky lover should have anything to do with cask investment schemes
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When Saltburn comes to Edinburgh...
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https://clairevokins.substack.com/p/when-saltburn-comes-to-edinburgh?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadLO_uPvoo3S0F36k-YMqcAOZNPZPWvvc3ZEsUN8zEXTkvNs4iXEuQlLS8smA_aem_RZczdmuPpVIKZqpXPUs_GA
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Mark Gillespie
5 months ago
This week on WhiskyCast, we're live at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival with Dr. Blake Layfield of Maker's Mark, Craig Beam of Jackson Purchase Distillery, and many other guests!
#kbf2025
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On the Road at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival - WhiskyCast
This week, we’re in Bardstown, Kentucky for the annual Kentucky Bourbon Festival, which brings together more than 6,000 whiskey lovers from around the world.
https://whiskycast.com/on-the-road-at-the-kentucky-bourbon-festival/
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Camper English
5 months ago
Preparing a talk on the SF craft cocktail renaissance and citing this banger I wrote in 2006 when Bourbon & Branch first opened.
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The cosmo-free zone / Bartending purists demand respect for the art of mixology
https://www.sfgate.com/wine/article/The-cosmo-free-zone-Bartending-purists-demand-2550326.php
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Bill Linnane
5 months ago
Jameson whiskey passes 11 million export milestone
www.independent.ie/business/jam...
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Jameson whiskey passes 11 million export milestone
Jameson Irish whiskey sold 11 million cases in its most recent financial year, crossing a substantial milestone despite a slowdown in the wider alcohol industry.
https://www.independent.ie/business/jameson-whiskey-passes-11-million-export-milestone/a1612934873.html
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Whiskeyfellow
5 months ago
Maryland’s Pathfinder Farm Distillery is an authentic craft spirits operation. I’ve tried its Bloody Butcher Bourbon and Moonshine and shared my thoughts in my review, which you can read for free at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or by clicking the link below. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/09/revi...
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Whisky & Watches
5 months ago
Berry Bros
#whisky
bottler Blair Athol 2009. This single cask aged for 15 years in a Hogshead and finished in a Pedro Ximenéz cask, its has been bottled at natural cask strength of 53% ABV, without artificial colouring or chill filtering. 253 bottles.
aberdeenwhiskyshop.co.uk/collections/...
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Whiskeyfellow
6 months ago
We’re a week out from the 2025
#30DaysofBourbon
Challenge to raise money for charity and celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month. Head on over to
Whiskeyfellow.net
or click the link below to learn all about it and download your drinking calendar. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/08/the-...
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Whiskeyfellow
6 months ago
Row 94 Broꓘen Branches is the newest Bourbon from country superstar Dierks Bentley. Curious if it is good, bad, or ugly? Check out my review at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/08/dier...
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Whiskeyfellow
6 months ago
Jeptha Creed has a Four Grain Bourbon Mash Bill Whiskey made from corn, rye, malted wheat, and malted barley. It's relatively affordable; you can check out my review at
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/08/jept...
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Can't See The Wood For The Whisky
6 months ago
This was a great re-introduction to Bimber and the fantastic whisky they are making there. Future articles to come, and yes, I did ask "that" question.
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Whiskeyfellow
6 months ago
Laird’s is the oldest licensed distillery in the USA, and Proof & Wood has taken a Single Barrel Cask Strength Rye and finished it in Laird’s Apple Brandy cask! I’ve reviewed it, you can visit
Whiskeyfellow.net
or the link below to learn more. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/08/tumb...
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Whiskeyfellow
6 months ago
Lew Bryson’s newest book, American Whiskey Master Class, has just been published, and it is one of those that I refer to as “coffee table books.” It's gorgeous inside and out. My review tells you all about it. Cheers!
reviews.whiskeyfellow.net/2025/08/book...
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