Formerly the Wisconsin Beer Lovers Festival, this rebranded festival has something for everyone.
Enjoy an evening of craft collaboration with Mythology Wineyard & Tumbleweed Spirits Unforgettable cocktails, a distilling seminar, and a take-home gift highlight the evening On Thursday, June 18th, celebrate British Columbia’s craft spirit scene in style at Mythology Vineyard, where creativity, terroir, and artistry collide. Join Master Distiller Lokesh Khismatrao of Tumbleweed Spirits and…
Milwaukee-based Oak City Amaretto - a liqueur made from the owner's grandmother's own recipe - was named a winner in the spirits category of the 2026 Good Food Awards, according to founder Anthony Scalabrino.
Some of the best ideas begin around a kitchen table. For Robin Storfer and Tom Freeman, years of gathering with friends over food, wine, and conversation eventually evolved into Book Bar — a new literary-hospitality concept opening in Toronto’s Mirvish Village. Part independent bookstore, part neighbourhood bar, and part community hub, Book Bar is built around a simple premise: people need places…
Premium agave tequila brand Loca Loka officially debuts in Bali, bringing Mexican craftsmanship & cocktail culture to Indonesia.
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We take a look at the most pricey spirits sold under the hammer.
Update 5/13/26: Recent data from the drinks industry shows soju is one of the few bright spots in an otherwise contracting market. The drinks market research organization IWSR says that soju grew 18% in volume last year in the U.S. — slightly more than canned cocktails, which is the other main area of growth in […]
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Early April brought good news for wannabe home distillers. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans struck down a nearly 158-year-old federal ban on home distilling, ruling it unconstitutional and in favor of the nonprofit Hobby Distillers Association and four of its 1,300 members. Per Reuters, the original ban dates back to […]
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Do you like your whiskey strong, or very strong? Michter’s is the latest distillery betting that spirits aficionados will spring for the latter. There’s solid reasoning behind that decision: higher proof is a route that a number of companies in the industry have adopted for certain releases. Most recently, Angel’s Envy released a pair of […]
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From fine wines to no-alcohol innovation, Vinexpo Asia 2026 returns to Hong Kong with a new format that reflects the changing tastes and trade dynamics shaping Asia’s drinks landscape.
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There’s a big downside to enjoying the taste of wine, beer or spirits: if you drink too much, you’re going to end up drunk. At the very least, that’s likely to result in a hangover; it can also lead to making bad decisions with embarrassing or dangerous results. Unfortunately, there’s also a genetic condition that […]
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If you live in a state with a good happy hour — sorry, Massachusetts — you’ve certainly seen the signs for “$6 well drinks” alongside the usual beer specials. Simply put, a well drink is a cocktail made with an affordable (and perhaps unknown) spirits brand that’s within easy reach of the bartender. Also known as […]
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Following the announcement of proposed law changes, Spirits New Zealand said there is still some way to go for the industry. Spirits New Zealand...
Unless you live in or have recently visited Florida, the name PaPaw’s Ridge might not ring any bells. Is that about to change? It might. The distillery first put its bourbon on sale last year, both online and via certain Florida retailers. Their whiskey also earned high marks at last year’s San Francisco World Spirits […]
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Reefton Distilling Co. has appointed Pic's Leader Lachlan Boyle as CEO for the company's most crucial stage of growth. After nine extraordinary years building...
This article is part of The Spill Awards 2026, covering the best in spirits, cocktails, bartenders and drinks culture. Find all of the stories here. There’s not a lot of poetry in how Matchbook Distilling describes its purpose. “An R+D facility dedicated to the production of spirits that champion agriculture, anthropology, tradition and science,” is […]
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If you’re interested in high-quality wines and spirits from around the world, there are a number of dedicated importers located around the U.S. working to bring an international selection to the domestic market. However, most of them cannot say that they have played a key role in upending their country’s trade policies. In the case […]
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If you’ve been keeping track of the domestic spirits market recently, you may have noticed a growing trend of distilleries releasing high-proof rye whiskeys. There are a few reasons behind this, including the affinity many bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts have for this approach to rye. Not to be outdone, there is also plenty of demand […]
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After 119 years in the business, Berlin’s KaDeWe continues to find new ways to surprise its guests. This time, the department store has transformed its famous sixth floor into a permanent sanctuary for the world’s most elusive spirits. The arrival of ‘Cellar 6 – The Rare Whisky Drop’ adds a layer of mystery to the experience. Fourteen of the most respected distilleries on the planet have gathered…
“Do not enjoy. Responsibly.” That’s the tagline for Jeppson’s Malört, the Chicago spirit that’s entered the larger cultural zeitgeist this past year. And you can credit Katey Rafanello for a lot of that newfound success of an old and often unloved spirit. Rafanello — who goes by the nickname “Bunny” (“Dad was part of the […]
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What does the future of alcohol look like in the U.S.? That’s a wide-ranging statement, but plenty of recent trends have implications for everyone from bar owners to distillery operators — especially whether Gen Z continues to drink at lower rates than their older counterparts. It’s times like these that looking at industry data can […]
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AUSTRALIA | Another tax hike has hit the spirits industry, spreading its impact to hospitality venues, distillers and consumers. Australia’s tax on spirits, already...
What we’re drinking: Hetman, Ukrainian Spirit and Ukrainian Freedom, three vodkas from SPYRT Worldwide, a new brand that crafts and distributes wine and spirits from Ukraine Where it’s from: SPYRT Worldwide was founded by American and Ukrainian military veterans, just months after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Why we’re drinking these: First of all, while […]
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A tropical rum punch blending pineapple, passion fruit and three rums with homemade pineapple rose syrup.
A tropical rum punch blending pineapple, passion fruit and three rums with homemade pineapple rose syrup.
A tropical rum punch blending pineapple, passion fruit and three rums with homemade pineapple rose syrup.
A tropical rum punch blending pineapple, passion fruit and three rums with homemade pineapple rose syrup.
A refreshing cocktail with Irish whiskey, elderflower liqueur, balanced by lemon juice and cucumber for a bright, garden-inspired flavor.
A refreshing cocktail with Irish whiskey, elderflower liqueur, balanced by lemon juice and cucumber for a bright, garden-inspired flavor.
A citrus-forward bourbon cocktail combining lime, orange, and pineapple juices with simple syrup, grenadine and bitters.
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