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Pca 2025: gran habano
Cigar coop - 3 days ago
One of the staple companies of the 2025 PCA Trade Show is Gran Habano. This year two new sizes for Gran Habano Corojo No. 7 were introduced. The post PCA 2025: Gran Habano appeared first on Cigar Coo ...read more
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Pca 2025: davidoff of geneva
Cigar coop - 3 days ago
2025 marked Davidoff of Geneva's return to the PCA Trade Show. This was easily one of the busiest booths from start to finish. The post PCA 2025: Davidoff of Geneva appeared first on Cigar Coop. ...read more
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Redbreast has quite the find with andrew scott
Whisky critic - 3 days ago
Redbreast has ‘Quite the Find’ for their newest promotional campaign, enlisting the aid of Irish actor Andrew Scott [“Fleabag”] for their Irish single pot still whiskey. The ne ...read more
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Survey: nearly half of companies say they will increase prices if tariffs stay
Half wheel - 4 days ago
We asked, some of you answered. The post Survey: Nearly Half of Companies Say They Will Increase Prices if Tariffs Stay appeared first on halfwheel. ...read more
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Talisker ventures out into the wild blue
Whisky critic - 4 days ago
Isle of Skye-based Talisker Distillery has released The Wild Blue, a limited edition single malt whisky geared toward supporting ocean conservation and coastal habitat restoration efforts with its sal ...read more
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Top 10 gins for the ultimate martini
Master of malt - 5 days ago
Here’s our Top 10 Gins for the ultimate Martini. Purchase by clicking on the links in the product’s name. Got any suggestions? Leave them in the comments below.  There’s an... The post Top 10 Gins for the ultimate Martini appeared first on Maste ...read more
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Cognac lot 69 ‘ma cerise’ (malternative belgium)
Whisky notes - 5 days ago
The latest release from malternative Belgium comes from Réaux sur Trèfle, a small village in Petite Champagne. The cask was filled by a brouilleur de ...read more
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punch fires up the grill with mr. punch’s wieners
Tiny tim's blog - 5 days ago
Punch Cigars is excited to announce a new, hot-dog-themed cigar hitting the shelves just in time for Father’s Day. The new cigar, Mr. Punch’s Wieners, is a limited-edition 6” X 50 do ...read more
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Punch introduces double-headed wiener cigar for father’s day
Cigar dojo - 5 days ago
Punch Cigars has announced a new limited-edition cigar, Mr. Punch’s Wieners, set to release ahead of Father’s Day. The 6” x 50 double-headed parejo, which can be lit from either end, ...read more
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J.c. newman’s 5th annual founder’s day celebration saturday may 3rd
Tiny tim's blog - 5 days ago
Join us for a spectacular day celebrating J.C. Newman's 130th anniversary at our historic El Reloj Cigar Factory! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM, as we host our 5t ...read more
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Oban welcomes a new and extraordinary scotch whisky | oban 15 cask strength sherry cask finish
Just malt - 5 days ago
A Limited-Edition Single malt Scotch Whisky That Savors the Art of AppreciationNEW YORK, April 24, 2025  In a world that moves fast, true craftsmanship takes time. Enter Oban's latest release, Ob ...read more
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Free whisky, anyone? compass box gives away 61 bottles
Master of malt - 5 days ago
Never one to play it safe, Compass Box is making waves again. This time, by giving away 61 bottles of whisky. For FREE! The brand is releasing Scot-Free, the world’s... The post Free whisky, anyone? Compass Box gives away 61 bottles appear ...read more
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Three macallan single malts from signatory vintage
Diving for pearls - 5 days ago
Macallan, or rather "Speyside (M)", has become hot stuff in the indie bottler scene with specific thanks to Signatory Vintage. At some point the Symington squad scored many casks from Edrington's cash ...read more
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Boutique-y whisky adds new whiskies to core range
Master of malt - 6 days ago
That Boutique-y Whisky Company has added three new whiskies to its core range. You can buy them all now from master of malt! It started, like most good things. With... The post Boutique-y Whisky adds new whiskies to core range appeared first on Maste ...read more
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Holyrood ambir, embra, pitch
Whisky notes - 6 days ago
Holyrood distillery opened in 2019 as the first new distillery in Edinburgh in nearly one hundred years. They quickly earned a reputation for their Holyrood gin. Later they introduced a series of new ...read more
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Smoke night live – survey says! with terence reilly
Cigar dojo - last week
Survey Says! Terence Reilly from Aganorsa Leaf joins the show to predict the results of our cigar consumer survey before we dive into the answers. How well does Terence understand the habits of premiu ...read more
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Cohiba introduces riviera toro tubo as latest line extension
Tiny tim's blog - last week
Cohiba has announced the release of the Riviera Toro Tubo, a new addition to the critically acclaimed Riviera line. The cigar maintains the blend’s signature box-pressed construction and feature ...read more
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macanudo gold label debuts limited-edition torpedo vitola
Tiny tim's blog - last week
Macanudo Gold Label is back for a limited time, featuring its signature golden wrapper and unmistakably smooth flavor profile. For 2025, the fan-favorite lineup adds a new vitola with the release of G ...read more
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Alec bradley introduces do not disturb
Cigar dojo - last week
Alec Bradley has announced a new cigar, Do Not Disturb (DND), designed for moments of relaxation. The cigar is made in the Dominican Republic at La Isla factory, featuring an Ecuadorian Connecticut wr ...read more
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Sazerac takes flight with hawk’s rock distillery
Master of malt - last week
The distillery formerly known as Lough Gill has a new name: Hawk’s Rock Distillery. Sazerac Company – the spirits giant behind Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Pappy Van Winkle –... The post Sazerac takes flight with Hawk’s ...read more
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Find your sanctuary with the new alec bradley do not disturb
Tiny tim's blog - last week
Alec Bradley is introducing its newest cigar, Do Not Disturb (DND), an invitation to slow down and take a well-deserved break. Known for crafting cigars that complement life’s most meaningful mo ...read more
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Gold bar whiskey attempts to break a world record
Whisky critic - last week
San Francisco-based Gold Bar Whiskey will be attempting to break the official Guinness Book of World Records record for “Most People Shaking Cocktails Simultaneously” on May 17, 2025 at th ...read more
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Review: bowmore x aston martin 15 years old
Drink hacker - last week
Bowmore’s partnership with Aston Martin continues apace with the latest release of an insane 54-year-old single malt dubbed ARC-54 that carries a similarly insane price tag of $80,000 a bottle. ...read more
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Bruichladdich octomore 12.2
Best shot whisky reviews - last week
“Burning Love”Whisky Review # 1064Country: Scotland ðŸ´ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó ´ó ¿Region: IslayBrand: Bruichladdich Octomore 12.2 (129.7 PPM)Series: The Impossible Equation Type: Single ...read more
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A day in the life of a whisky distillery – with copper rivet
Master of malt - last week
Ever wondered what a typical day looks like at a whisky distillery?  We spent the day at Copper Rivet Distillery in Chatham, Kent, to see how the magic happens –... The post A Day in the Life of a Whisky Distillery – With ...read more
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Lagavulin claims there is more beyond the smoke
Whisky critic - last week
Islay-based Scotch whisky producer Lagavulin has debuted their latest marketing campaign, entitled “Beyond the Smoke”, where the brand attempts to deflect some of their smoky reputation. T ...read more
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Review: arran sauternes cask, port cask, and amarone cask
Drink hacker - last week
Arran may be a remote distillery — situated on the eponymous island off the coast of Glasgow — but it has an outsized presence in the whisky world. Arran seems to be readily available in m ...read more
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Ben nevis 1996 (douglas laing xop for twe)
Whisky notes - last week
The Whisky Exchange and independent bottler Douglas Laing teamed up for this Ben Nevis 1996. It is an exclusive release in the black label series, the premium subset of the already premium Xtra Old Pa ...read more
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Review: copper and cask cigar blend whiskey batch 10
Drink hacker - last week
Launched in 2021 by Latitude Beverage, Copper and Cask is an independent bottler dedicated to offering exceptional single barrel selections and unique cask-strength small-batch releases. The Small Bat ...read more
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Ralfy review 1074 extras – the law of temporary diminishing returns. – scotch whisky new
Whisky intelligence - last week
ralfy review 1074 Extras – The Law of Temporary diminishing returns. ...read more
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Glen scotia malts festival edition 2025 – hard to find whisky news
Whisky intelligence - last week
Glen Scotia Campbeltown malts Festival 2025 Whisky 9 Year Old 70cl · 54.3% ABV To celebrate the Campbeltown malts Festival of 2025, Glen Scotia has released a bold and captivating limited edition Sing ...read more
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*new* the english small batch wine cask matured – english whisky news
Whisky intelligence - last week
The English Wine Cask Matured £75.00 46% ABV The first release from our Small Batch range in 2025 is a wonderful marriage of four second-fill wine casks. A second fill cask gives slightly less colour ...read more
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Hontambère 1997 (grape of the art)
Whisky notes - last week
Here's a younger armagnac from Hontambère. So far we've mostly seen 1980s spirits picked up by independent bottlers (not counting their own recent pr ...read more
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London’s whisky show 2024 – introducing korea’s ki one
The whisky lady - last week
At London’s Whisky Show 2024, we were introduced to a few new distilleries. From Islay, we checked out Ardnahoe. From England, we sampled what Wire Works had to offer. New Zealand introduced us ...read more
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Is the macallan 18 year old really worth 4x more than the 12?
The whiskey wash - last week
Discover whether The Macallan's dramatic price jumps across the Sherry Oak range are justified by quality differences or clever marketing in our analysis of Scotland's most prestigious sherried single ...read more
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Oliva cigars serie v maduro especial toro in review
Kaplowitz - last week
BRAND: OlivaBLEND: Serie V MaduroWRAPPER: Mexican San Andres MaduroBINDER: NicaraguanFILLER: NicaraguanFORMAT: Toro (650)ORIGIN: NicaraguaINTENSITY: Medium-full/Full SPICE: 3.5/5NOTES:1. Mocha latte | Vegetal peppers | Toasted almond2. Black & c ...read more
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Scotch whisky review: aberlour 8 year old full proof 1970s
The whiskey wash - last week
A rare Aberlour 8 Year Old, dating from the 1970s. Bottled at an impressive 100 Proof (approx. 57.5% ABV, as UK proof is measured differently to U.S. proof), which was quite rare for the time, these h ...read more
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Gold medal bourbons to match your palate: which one’s for you?
The whiskey wash - last week
To help you navigate the world of award-winning bourbon, I’ve rounded up the Gold Medal-winning Kentucky bourbons and matched each one to the kind of drinker who’ll enjoy it most. Read the ...read more
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An edinburgh overnight with a trip to the scotch malt whisky society, leith
The whisky boys - last week
It has been a wee while since I (together with Whisky Boy wife Jacqueline) had an overnight stay in Edinburgh.  Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital is such a beautiful historic city with wonderful. ...read more
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Things you love
The whisky boys - last week
There are some phrases that my dear wife utters that put the fear in me, the scariest is “I’ve been thinking” this usually either involves a considerable amount of money or.. ...read more
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3x glenburgie: milroy’s / gordon & macphail / signatory vintage
Words of whisky - last week
Reviews of three Glenburgie from the mid-1990s, bottled by Gordon & MacPhail, Signatory Vintage and Milroy's of Soho. ...read more
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5 of the most unique and unusual whiskies from around the world
Great drams - last week
Here at Great Drams, as you probably know, we’re not afraid to push the boat out and try something new when it comes to whisky. Trying new things and daring to be different is what helps us to g ...read more
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Brother's bond bourbon shines a light on regenerative agriculture this earth month
Just malt - last week
Award-Winning Whiskey with Purpose: Supporting Soil Health, One Sip at a TimePLANO, Texas, April 16, 2025 - In celebration of Earth Month, Brother's Bond Bourbon is proud to SHAKE & STIR UP CHANGE—a campaign ...read more
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Lagavulin single malt scotch whisky launches 'beyond the smoke' campaign: an invitation to discover
Just malt - last week
New Creative Highlights Lagavulin's Legacy and Invites Drinkers to Experience Its Versatility Across Occasions and Drinks FormatsISLAY, Scotland, April 16, 2025 - Lagavulin Single malt Scotch Whisky, ...read more
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Padrón black pb-99 showcased at pca 2025 | cigar news
Cigar coop - last week
At the 2025 PCA Trade Show, the Padrón Black PB-99. “99" represents what would have been the 99th birthday of the late José Orlando Padrón. The post Padrón Black PB-99 Showcased at PCA 2025 | ...read more
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J.c. newman cigar company debuts leroy neiman collector’s edition 2025 “jazz horns&rdquo
Cigar coop - last week
At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, J.C. Newman unveiled the LeRoy Neiman Collector’s Edition 2025 “Jazz Horns.” This is the second installment of J.C. NewmanR ...read more
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Illusione epernay tuonela announced at pca 2025 | cigar news
Cigar coop - last week
At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Illusione Cigars officially announced the Illusione Eperbay Tuonela. The post Illusione Epernay Tuonela Announced at PCA 2025 | Cigar News appe ...read more
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Mcshein’s cock and hen whiskey made in the mountains of donegal
Just malt - last week
McShein’s Cock And Hen Whiskey Made In The Mountains of Donegal – Baoilleach Distillery 52%-ABV 500ml ...read more
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Caol ila 2008 (cooper's choice)
Best shot whisky reviews - last week
“A Soap Opera”Whisky Review # 1063Country: Scotland ðŸ´ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó ´ó ¿Region: IslayBrand: Caol Ila 2008 - Distilled in May 2008 - Bottled in 2020Bottled By: The Vintage malt Whis ...read more
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Top 10 rye whiskies from outside north america
Master of malt - last week
Once upon a time, rye whisky was seen as a strictly North American pursuit – all spice and swagger, hailing from strongholds of Pennsylvania and Canada. But that’s changing fast. ... The post Top 10 rye whiskies from outside North America ap ...read more
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Springbank 12 years cask strength (batch 20 / batch 26)
Words of whisky - last week
A review of the Springbank 12 Years Cask Strength Batch 20 and the Springbank 12 Years Cask Strength Batch 26. ...read more
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Meerapfel cigar unveils 2025 création liberté at 2025 pca convention
Cigar dojo - 2 weeks ago
Meerapfel Cigar, a family business with roots dating back to 1610, announced the launch of its 2025 Création Liberté cigar at the PCA Convention & Trade Show in New Orleans. The cigar, a Toro mea ...read more
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Angel's envy ® releases newest cellar collection series, vol. 5 straight rye whiskey finished in fre
Just malt - 2 weeks ago
The brand's first Cellar Collection release under master Distiller Owen Martin Available nationwide on May 31HAMILTON, Bermuda, April 15, 2025 ANGEL'S ENVY announces the launch of its newest Cellar Co ...read more
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Jim beam lineage limited batch release kentucky straight bourbon
Whiskey were here - 2 weeks ago
VITALS:- $250- 111 Proof- 15 Years- KentuckyI really don't like paying this much for bourbon. However, not only is this one nearly impossible to find (it's travel retail exclusive and I just don't get ...read more
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The singleton triples down on dessert whiskies
Whisky critic - 2 weeks ago
The Singleton has released The Singleton Gourmand, a trio of 42-year-old Glen Ord single malt Scotch whiskies inspired by desserts and designed to mimic the flavors of desserts. The first, Notes of Fi ...read more
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How to pair whisky with chocolate
Master of malt - 2 weeks ago
Whisky and chocolate.  Two of life’s great pleasures – and, when paired properly, an outrageously good combo.  Done badly? It’s chaos. Sweet clashing with smoke, tannins turning bitter, and expensive... The post How to Pair Whisky with Chocolate ap ...read more
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Pca 2025 contest #3: avo prize pack
Half wheel - 2 weeks ago
Start your work week off right: win some AVO-branded items. Today's prize pack includes a Project Carbon case. The post PCA 2025 Contest #3: AVO Prize Pack appeared first on halfwheel. ...read more
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Pca 2025: hulecos
Half wheel - 2 weeks ago
The Hulecos H1 is capable of measuring both relative humidity and equilibrium moisture content. One is a measurement of humidity in your humidor, another is a measurement of humidity in your cigars. T ...read more
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Pca 2025 recap: sunday
Half wheel - 2 weeks ago
It's Sunday at the masters, whoops, sorry — it's Sunday at the PCA show and our tournament isn't quite over yet. The post PCA 2025 Recap: Sunday appeared first on halfwheel. ...read more
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Sixth and final whiskey added to midleton very rare silent collection
Whisky critic - 2 weeks ago
Irish Distillers has released 50-year-old Chapter Six, the sixth and final addition to their Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection, which showcases Irish whiskies with age statements from 45 ...read more
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Dalwhinnie 30 year old 1989 diageo special releases 2020
Diving for pearls - 2 weeks ago
I'm not sure how many more Dalwhinnie reviews are possible, so I'm happy to have the opportunity to include at least one oldie from that distillery on this site.Newer readers may not realize this, but ...read more
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Reviewing: glendronach the master’s anthology
Master of malt - 2 weeks ago
Three bold single malts, one distillery, and a whole lot of sherry-soaked splendour. Glendronach has unveiled its latest opus: The master’s Anthology – a trio of Highland single malts curated... The post Reviewing: Glendronach The Maste ...read more
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Win 12 bottles of spot whiskey!
Master of malt - 2 weeks ago
We love a good whiskey competition. And when it involves some of the best single pot still whiskey coming out of Ireland? Even better.  For two glorious weeks, we’ve teamed... The post Win 12 bottles of Spot whiskey! appeared first on master of malt blog. ...read more
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Pca 2025: davidoff
Half wheel - 2 weeks ago
It's been six years since Davidoff of Geneva USA was at this trade show. A lot has changed, and yet, it doesn't really feel like the company has missed the last five ones. Also: real espresso. The pos ...read more
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Sipper’s rum (the whisky jury)
Whisky notes - 2 weeks ago
Sipper's Rum is the 'ongoing' rum release from The Whisky Jury. This blended rum contains rums up to 20 years old, from 3 parts of the world. The label mentions Jamaica, Asia and Latin America, but th ...read more
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Room101 marks milestones with johnny tobacconaut 10th anniversary cigar and limited-edition humidor
Cigar dojo - 2 weeks ago
Room101 Cigars has announced two releases to celebrate significant brand milestones. The Johnny Tobacconaut 10th Anniversary cigar commemorates a decade of the blend, while a limited-edition Anniversa ...read more
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Caldwell to debut two cigars at pca 2025: mad mofo habano and king is dead escape plan
Cigar dojo - 2 weeks ago
Caldwell Cigar Co. has announced two new cigar offerings set to debut at the PCA 2025 trade show in New Orleans. The first is the Long Live the King Mad Mofo Habano, a follow-up to the original Mad Mo ...read more
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Old dominick reveals wheat whiskey
Whisky critic - 2 weeks ago
Wheat whiskey is popular as Memphis, Tennessee-based Old Dominick Distillery joins the fray and has released a seven-year-old single barrel wheat whiskey. Old Dominick Seven-Year-Old Single Barrel Str ...read more
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Review: hugh hamer rum barrel bourbon
Drink hacker - 2 weeks ago
Founded in 2014, West Fork Whiskey is making a name for itself in the heart of Indiana. Located in Westfield, just north of Indianapolis, the distillery is positioned about a mile away from the Grand ...read more
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Diamond crown julius caeser troublemaker (5.75 x 52 soft perfecto)
Tiny tim's blog - 2 weeks ago
Video review HERE.(Description provided by JC Newman Cigars)The Troublemaker is the newest addition to our Diamond Crown Julius Caeser line, featuring a unique soft perfecto shape that enhances its co ...read more
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Plasencia cigars to introduce the world’s first high elevation cigar, alma del cielo, at the 2
Tiny tim's blog - 2 weeks ago
Plasencia Cigars, a world-leading premium tobacco grower established in 1865, proudly announces the debut of Alma del Cielo, the first-ever high-elevation cigar, at the 2025 PCA in New Orleans. Alma d ...read more
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Maker’s mark debuts wheat whisky
Whisky critic - 2 weeks ago
Popular bourbon producer Maker’s Mark has ventured out into a wheat field and released their first wheat whisky – Star Hill Farm – the first wheat whisky from Maker’s Mark in t ...read more
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Review: lost lantern spring 2025 finish collection releases
Drink hacker - 2 weeks ago
Lost Lantern, an independent bottler based in Vergennes, Vermont, has earned a well-deserved reputation for curating some of the most exceptional single barrels of straight whiskeys from the finest sm ...read more
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Midleton very rare silent distillery collection chapter six: tasting the last drops
Master of malt - 2 weeks ago
There are rare whiskies, and then there’s this. Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Six is the final release from the Old Midleton Distillery – a series-capping drop that’s as... ...read more
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Romeo y julieta & kentucky derby partner again for 2025 limited edition run for the roses’ c
Tiny tim's blog - 2 weeks ago
In proud partnership with the Kentucky Derby® and Churchill Downs®, Romeo y Julieta is excited to unveil the 2025 limited-edition “Run for the Roses®” cigar. This release not only celebrat ...read more
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J.c. newman introduces angel cuesta shade
Tiny tim's blog - 2 weeks ago
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is introducing Angel Cuesta Shade at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show this weekend in New Orleans. First rolled a century ago, this historic cigar brand is named for Ange ...read more
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Review: the muff irish vodka, gin, and whiskey
Drink hacker - 2 weeks ago
Let’s just admit it: The name is funny. And fun. And lends itself to off-color jokes that only get crasser as you work your way through a second glass. But there is an entirely appropriate expla ...read more
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Redbreast 18 year old (2024)
Whisky notes - 2 weeks ago
In September 2024 Redbreast added a first 18 Year Old expression to its core range. It uses a combination of light and medium pot still distillates from Midleton distillery and fills the gap between t ...read more
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