Mounties seize bootlegged alcohol in Newfoundland
Nain, Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the Labrador Inuit communities that only allow licensed establishments to sell alcohol. Continue reading
Whisky
No more Suntory time: Japan’s stock of aged whiskey dries up
The Japanese-based Suntory distillery has run out of two of its most popular whiskies, including the 17-year-old Hibiki featured in the film Lost in Translation. Continue reading
Gimli’s Crown Royal named World Whisky of the Year
Gimli Manitoba’s very own Crown Royal is the first Canadian whisky to take home the prestigious title of 2016 World Whisky of the Year in Jim Murray’s Annual Whisky Bible. Continue reading
Whiskey wars: Jack Daniel’s turns back latest challenge of Tennessee Whiskey law
Jack Daniel’s has turned back the latest challenge to a state law that determines which spirits can be marketed as “Tennessee Whiskey.” Continue reading
Rye is rising: A new whiskey trend that goes with the grain
Hot on the heels of the bourbon boom, more ryes are appearing on shelves as consumers explore whiskey’s spicier, fruitier side. Continue reading
Scotch struts its milder side to appeal to bourbon drinkers
Peated Scotch whisky can be a bit of a polarizer. Some love the traditional, smoky flavour imbued with centuries of tradition. Others think it’s a bit like lapping up essence of tire fire. Continue reading
Scotland referendum: Will a ‘Yes’ vote mean higher scotch prices?
While the respective sides rally the masses ahead of this week’s independence referendum in Scotland, scotch drinkers around the globe are waiting anxiously to see what will happen to the price of their beloved single malts. Continue reading