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Jim Marshall's Private Whisky Collection Surfaces After 50 Years
The story starts in a wood machinist's workshop at Marshall Amplification in Bletchley, where Andy Lambourne spent four decades crafting the components that would become part of rock and roll history. While musicians around the world cranked Marshall amps to deafening volumes, Lambourne quietly tuc
Off Hours Bourbon Teams Up With Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons have found a new partner that brings more than just sponsorship dollars to Little Caesars Arena. Off Hours Bourbon, an award-winning spirits brand that's been making waves since 2020, has signed on as an Official Partner of the Detroit Pistons in a multi-year deal announced this
Bourbon Brand Acquisition Signals New Chapter for Beverage Company
Chilco River Holdings has officially entered the bourbon market with its purchase of Mr. Cliff's Premium Spirits, marking what the company calls a foundational step in a broader expansion plan set to unfold over the coming years. The transaction, which closed recently, makes Mr. Cliff's a wholl
Spirits Giants Drowning in $22 Billion Unsold Stockpile
The spirits industry is facing an unprecedented crisis. Five of the world's largest drinks companies are collectively sitting on approximately $22 billion worth of aged spirits they can't sell—the highest level of unsold inventory seen in ten years. Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Campari, Brown-Forman,
Maker's Mark Cask Strength Gets Premium Upgrade
Maker's Mark is kicking off 2026 with a fresh look for one of its most authentic bourbon expressions. The Kentucky distillery announced this week that Maker's Mark Cask Strength is getting redesigned packaging that includes a new premium glass bottle and an age statement on the label. Image
Whiskey Community Rallies Behind Families Fighting Heart Disease
World Whiskey Society has announced something unprecedented in its history: the organization's first-ever barrel pick made available directly to the public. But this release represents far more than just another bourbon hitting the market. The announcement centers on a collaboration with Hearts
Trump Tariff Threat Looms Over Scotland's Whisky Industry
Scotland's whisky sector faces mounting economic pressure as Donald Trump threatens additional tariffs on UK goods, sparking urgent calls for diplomatic intervention to protect an industry worth millions to the Scottish economy. The situation has escalated beyond existing trade tensions, with t
Penelope Bourbon Teams Up With Serena & Lily
When you think about bourbon partnerships, your mind probably jumps to celebrity endorsements or collaborations between distilleries. But the latest release from Penelope Bourbon is breaking that mold entirely, teaming up with an unexpected partner that has nothing to do with the spirits industry.
Von Payne Black Bourbon Expands Into South Carolina
South Carolina's craft spirits scene is about to get a distinctive new addition. Von Payne Spirits has locked in a distribution deal with Aleph Wines, paving the way for its flagship bourbon to hit shelves, bars, and restaurants throughout the Palmetto State. The move marks another step in the
A Whisky Made For One Restaurant Changes The Game
Something unusual just happened in Bangalore that's never been done before. A luxury hotel and one of India's most respected whisky makers joined forces to create a single malt designed exclusively for a single restaurant. Not for wider distribution. Not for retail shelves. Just for the guests of o