Recent Whiskey Awards Articles

In the heart of Covington, Kentucky, a small but mighty distillery is making waves that are being felt far beyond the Ohio River. Wenzel Whiskey, a name rooted in history and craftsmanship, has just added a dazzling collection of medals to its trophy case at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Co

In the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a small but mighty whiskey distillery is making waves that are rippling far beyond the Mississippi River. Old Dominick Distillery, the only whiskey producer in West Tennessee, has just clinched two Double Gold medals at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Compe

In a stunning upset that has whisky lovers buzzing, a modest $66 bottle from a lesser-known Scottish distillery has been named the World’s Best Single Malt for 2025. The GlenAllachie 12-Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky, produced by one of Scotland’s few independent distilleries, claimed the top priz

When people think of great American whiskey, their minds often drift to the rolling hills of Kentucky or the storied distilleries of Tennessee. But in 2025, a new champion has emerged from an unexpected corner of the country: Colorado. Loveland-based Root Shoot Spirits has redefined what American

In the rolling hills of Quincy, Washington, a small family farm grows rye that’s destined for something extraordinary. That rye, nurtured by the Omlin Family Farm, travels across the state to Woodinville, where it’s transformed into a whiskey that’s now earning high praise. The Woodinville Whiskey

In the heart of Kentucky, where rolling hills meet the winding Kentucky River, a small distillery has been quietly crafting a whiskey that’s taken the world by storm. W.L. Weller Antique 107 Bourbon, produced by the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery, was crowned the World’s Best Whiskey at the 20

The global cocktail scene is buzzing with excitement as the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) unveils the Regional Top 10 Honorees for the 19th annual Spirited Awards. Since kicking off in 2007, this prestigious event has grown into one of the most respected celebrations in the drinks indus

The cocktail world is buzzing with excitement as the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) recently unveiled the Regional Top 10 Honorees for the 19th annual Spirited Awards, a globally recognized celebration of the best in the drinks industry. Since kicking off in 2007, the Spirited Awards hav

The world of whiskey celebrated its finest on March 26, 2025, as the global winners of the World Whiskies Awards were announced. This prestigious event, held at the iconic Waldorf Hotel in London, brought together whiskey lovers, industry experts, and top producers from around the globe. Among the

Wenzel Whiskey, a little-known distillery from Covington, Kentucky, has suddenly found itself in the spotlight thanks to an unexpected accolade. On Valentine’s Day 2025, their Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Sherry Casks won the coveted "Best Finished Bourbon" title at the prestigious World W