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
History
In the world of fine spirits, few things command more respect than lineage. Across centuries, a select group of distilleries has preserved their craft through family stewardship, innovation, and time. These are the Spirits Stories that continue to define authenticity — the names, places, and legacies that shaped modern drinking culture. Glenfiddich – Scotland’s Family […]
November 5, 2025
Discovery and Education
Few spirits capture purity and precision like vodka. It is a drink defined not by complexity but by clarity, a spirit that reveals the craftsmanship behind every distillation. In 2025, vodka continues to evolve beyond its minimalist reputation, becoming a showcase for innovation, terroir, and artistry. From family-run microdistilleries to global icons refining their formulas, […]
November 2, 2025
Discovery and Education
In the evolving world of mixology, a quiet yet powerful transformation is taking place. The surge of non alcoholic spirits represents more than a passing trend; it reflects a cultural shift toward mindfulness, balance, and inclusion. Once seen as an afterthought, alcohol free alternatives now stand proudly beside their traditional counterparts, offering sophistication without compromise. […]
November 1, 2025
Discovery and Education
In the rugged landscapes of Oaxaca, Durango, and Guerrero, a new chapter in the story of mezcal is being written. What was once considered tequila’s rustic relative has become one of the most respected and expressive spirits in the world. By 2025, a generation of visionary producers is transforming how mezcal is crafted, shared, and […]
October 31, 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
Famous Bars
Tokyo is a city of contrasts, where neon-lit skyscrapers stand beside centuries-old shrines, and where some of the most innovative cocktail bars in the world are tucked away on unmarked floors of office buildings. Among these hidden gems is Bar Benfiddich, a small, dimly lit bar in Nishi-Shinjuku run by bartender and herbalist Hiroyasu Kayama. […]
October 6, 2025
Tips and Tricks
For newcomers to Scotch whisky, the label on a bottle can feel like a code written in oak and copper. Numbers, regions, cask details, and cryptic markings fill the glass, yet every element reveals a part of the whisky’s identity. Understanding these details transforms confusion into knowledge, turning each label into a story of geography, […]
October 6, 2025
