FROM THE BARLIST JOURNAL
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
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
Famous Drinks
Most Anticipated Rum in 2025: Rum has entered a golden moment. Once viewed as a casual mixer, it is now celebrated as one of the most diverse and expressive spirits in the world. From the heritage estates of Barbados to the innovative distilleries of Central America, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year […]
October 1, 2025
Expert
In the world of rum, few voices are as influential as Richard Seale, master distiller and blender at Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados. For more than two decades, Seale has challenged the global spirits industry with a radical but simple message: it must be defined by transparency, authenticity, and respect for tradition, not marketing gimmicks. […]
September 26, 2025
Distilleries
For whisky lovers, there are few pilgrimages as rewarding as the road to Dufftown. Tucked away in the rolling hills of Speyside, this modest town of fewer than 2,000 residents has earned the title of Scotland’s “Whisky Capital.” To walk its streets is to step into two centuries of whisky-making history, with distilleries clustered so […]
September 23, 2025
Spirits
A bit of History About Nikka Coffey Malt The journey of Nikka Coffey Malt is unlike that of any other Japanese whisky. When Masataka Taketsuru returned to Japan in 1920 after studying the craft in Scotland, he brought not only technical knowledge but also a vision: to make authentic whisky on Japanese soil. That dream […]
September 22, 2025
History
Few spirits capture the passage of time and the weight of tradition like whisky. Each bottle holds not just liquid but a legacy, one that stretches from misty glens and oak warehouses to centuries of innovation and craft. To explore whisky Heritage is to trace the story of human ingenuity, geography, and culture, all distilled […]
September 1, 2025
History
A bit History of American Prohibition On January 17, 1920, the United States went dry. With the ratification of the 18th Amendment and the passing of the Volstead Act, the manufacture, sale, and transport of alcoholic beverages became illegal across the country. It was the start of Prohibition, a 13-year constitutional experiment that aimed to […]
August 20, 2025
