FROM THE BARLIST JOURNAL
Discovery and Education
Across the modern world of spirits, the pursuit of sustainability has become more than a marketing phrase. It is a global test of integrity, innovation, and accountability. Distilleries once celebrated solely for heritage are now judged by the energy that fuels their stills. Yet behind the elegant labels and eco-friendly promises lies a more complex […]
November 6, 2025
Distilleries
In the rugged mountains of Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, lies one of the most extraordinary mezcal traditions in Mexico. At Mezcal Real Minero, the Ángeles family has preserved a method of distillation that predates industrialization. Using small clay pot stills, they create mezcals that embody the terroir of Minas and the cultural heritage of the […]
October 6, 2025
History
A single year marked a turning point in the long history of Scotch whisky. In 1963, the family-owned Glenfiddich Distillery in Dufftown, Speyside, released what is widely considered the first official single malt Scotch marketed outside Scotland. At a time when blends dominated shelves and single malts were virtually unknown to the wider world, Glenfiddich’s […]
October 6, 2025
Distilleries
In the heart of Dufftown, Speyside, Scotland’s whisky capital, a bold experiment in 2016 reshaped how single malt Scotch could be imagined. The family-owned Glenfiddich Distillery, one of the world’s most recognized whisky producers, launched its Experimental Series. At its center was the world’s first single malt finished in India Pale Ale (IPA) craft beer […]
October 6, 2025
Distilleries
Europe’s spirits culture is rooted in centuries of tradition, but in 2025, a new generation of craft distilleries is pushing boundaries while honoring heritage. From Scandinavian foragers to experimental whiskey makers in France, these distilleries are reshaping the landscape with innovation, transparency, and respect for local terroir. Here are ten European craft distilleries to watch […]
October 3, 2025
Distilleries
Cognac has always stood as a symbol of heritage, refinement, and French craftsmanship. Yet in 2025, the great Cognac houses are proving that tradition does not mean stagnation. Across the vineyards of the Charente region, producers are embracing innovation while honoring centuries of expertise. From sustainability to experimental blends, these houses are reshaping what Cognac […]
October 3, 2025
Distilleries
Sustainability is no longer a trend in the spirits world; it is a necessity. In 2025, distilleries and brands across the globe are rethinking how spirits are made, packaged, and distributed. From energy-efficient stills to regenerative agriculture and plastic-free packaging, these producers are proving that eco-friendly and sustainable spirits can coexist with world-class quality. Bruichladdich […]
October 3, 2025
Distilleries
In the rolling hills of Aberlour, Speyside, the GlenAllachie Distillery tells a remarkable story of rebirth. Once a quiet workhorse built in 1967 to supply blends, it has become a destination for whisky lovers thanks to the vision of Billy Walker, who took over in 2017 at the age of seventy-two. For travelers on the […]
September 25, 2025
Distilleries
Billy Walker stands as a defining example of resilience and vision in Scotch whisky. In 2017, at the age of 72, he purchased the GlenAllachie Distillery in Aberlour, Speyside, and began one of the most remarkable second acts in modern whisky history. For Walker, whose career had already included transformative work at BenRiach, GlenDronach, and […]
September 25, 2025
