Christopher Osburn
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Christopher Osburn is a food and drinks writer located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. He's been writing professionally for almost twenty years. In that time, he has traveled all over the world from San Diego to Sydney in search of mouthwatering food, frosty beer, exciting cocktails, and complex whiskeys and other spirits. He has the pictures to prove it.
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A new study says that AI is better at distinguishing whiskey aromas than humans
Nine Scotch whiskies and seven Bourbon whiskeys were included in the study.
Cristalino tequila guide: Everything to know about it and which ones to drink
It should be no surprise that although cristalino is clear, it’s not a flavorless, dull spirit.
What is vodka made from? Why it’s more than just a flavorless mixer
If you break it down into the most simplified version, vodka is simple water and ethanol.
What is cask strength bourbon and why should you try it?
If you didn’t know it already, your favorite whiskey doesn’t come out of the barrel at a smooth, easily sippable 80-proof.
Jack Daniel’s launches High Toast Maple Barrel Tennessee Rye Whiskey
The newest addition to Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series line of experimental whiskeys is a Tennessee straight rye whiskey finished in high toast maple barrels.
Canadian whisky deserves a spot in your home bar (and these are our favorites)
There are many noteworthy whiskies from our friendly neighbors to the north that are absolutely worth adding to your home bar cart.
World Whiskey Society is releasing 20-Year-Old Family Reserve Whiskey
Distilled at a well-known (but unnamed) Kentucky distillery, it begins with a mash bill of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley.
Log Still Distillery and The Archdiocese of Louisville collaborated on a bourbon
It’s called Faithfully Crafted: The Trinity Blend Bourbon and it was crafted to highlight the faith and community prevalent in the Kentucky bourbon world.
Laws Whiskey House is opening a new “Whiskey Sanctuary”
This 4,000-square-foot, two-story facility will be home to a "whiskey church," tasting rooms, and a full bar.
Tequila Don Ramón is releasing a special edition Luis Miquel Tequila Collection
The collection is a must-have for music and tequila drinkers. It features three different varieties of tequila: Silver, Reposado, and Añejo.
Town Branch is releasing the oldest bottled-in-bond American single malt whiskey ever
Matured for fifteen years in ex-bourbon barrels, this 100-proof, bottled-in-bond, single-barrel barrel, non-chill filtered whiskey is truly special.
Kōloa Rum launches The Raiders 65th Anniversary Spice Rum
This is the second Raiders release of the year with the first being the Rum Rusher Hawaiian Rum Cocktail in May.
Bulleit Frontier Whiskey and Traeger Grills announce a holiday partnership
Recently, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey and Traeger Grills announced a holiday partnership.
Southern Distilling is the first brand to offer contract distilled American single malt whiskey
North Carolina-based Southern Distilling Company is the first contract distiller to offer bulk American single malt whiskey.
Oakley Spirits is releasing a limited edition 20 year-old bourbon
This memorable bourbon whiskey was matured for two decades in charred American oak barrels.
The 2024 Van Winkle whiskey collection has been released
Recently, Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery and Buffalo Trace announced the return of the eagerly awaited Van Winkle Whiskey Collection.
American single malt whiskey is finally a recognized category
The rules, like those of bourbon whiskey, are very specific.
Chattanooga Whiskey is releasing the Vault Series 2024
Each of the four single barrels was matured for six years and made with a mash bill of around 18% smoked malted barley.
Origami Sake launches ZERO: the nation’s first non-alcoholic sake
Origami Sake launches ZERO: The Nation’s First Non-Alcoholic Sake
Tesla Mezcal re-releases its collaboration with Nosotros Mezcal
Made with Espadín and Bicuishe agaves, it’s produed in the traditional Tahona-milled style using alembic distillation.
The Shed Distillery is launching the Drumshanbo Marsala Cask Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
The newest release from The Shed Distillery begins as a blend of malted and unmalted Irish barley and Irish oats.
Stephen Curry’s Gentleman’s Cut is releasing a 16-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon
This 100-proof Kentucky straight bourbon begins with a mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley.
Cedar Ridge is launching a new Quintessential Special Release whiskey
Recently, the popular brand announced that it was releasing a new expression in its The Quintessential series.
Hidden Barn Bourbon is releasing a new whiskey called Slow Fade
It’s the tenth release in the series and was made in collaboration with Master Blender Jackie Zykan and Neeley Family Distillery.
Fuji Whisky is launching a 50th Anniversary single malt whisky
It’s aptly named FUJI 50th Anniversary Single Malt, and it was crafted to celebrate five decades of whisky at Fuji Gotemba Distillery.
HINE is releasing HINE XO 1er Cru Cognac in the US
The eaux-de-vie included were double distilled and matured for a minimum of 10 years in fine-grained, lightly toasted oak barrels.
Wheel Horse is launching a five-year-old double oak bourbon
First matured for more than four years in its original charred oak barrels, this whiskey is transferred to new charred oak barrels for another year of aging.
El Tequileño is releasing a limited-edition extra añejo tequila to celebrate its 65th anniversary
This expression is a blend of tequilas aged between three and four years in American oak, new French oak, and previously filled French oak.
Siempre Tequila is releasing a still-strength expression called Exclusivo Muerto
Made from 100% Blue Weber agave, it’s wild fermented in open air before being roasted in stone and brick ovens.
James B. Beam Distilling Co.is launching a Private Barrel Club
This club allows Jim Beam drinkers to buy and personalize their own single-barrel bourbon directly from the distillery.
Woodford Reserve is launching new Batch Proof 119.5 whiskey
Crafted by Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall, Batch Proof is created by batching more than 100 Woodford Reserve barrels together.
Good Deeds is releasing a blend of WhistlePig and Black Button whiskeys
The second limited-edition whiskey release from Good Deeds Spirits is a blend of donated Whistlepig Rye Whiskey and Black Button Bourbon.
The Botanist Islay Cask Rested Gin is the perfect way to drink gin this winter
The perfect respite from the bourbon whiskeys, single malt Scotch whiskies, rye whiskeys, and dark rums you usually imbibe during the holiday season.
Stranahan’s launches its seasonal Snowflake whiskey expression
It’s aptly called Snowflake, and it was released this past weekend at the Colorado distillery.
Westward Whiskey is releasing an Oloroso cask whiskey
This iconic whiskey distillery is heading into 2025 with a bang. Its final club release of 2024 is Westward Whiskey Oloroso Sherry Cask.
Ballantine’s is launching an epic 40-year-old blended whisky
Drinkers had to wait four decades to try this unique expression.
Still Austin Whiskey Co. is launching Tanager Cigar Blend Whiskey
The Texas-based brand announced its most premium whiskey to date: Still Austin Tanager Cigar Blend Whiskey.
Black Button is releasing a holiday-themed sonic-aged bourbon
Distilled, aged, and bottled at Rochester’s Black Button Distilling, this soon-to-be holiday favorite is a mix of craftsmanship and artistry.
Just in time for the holidays, Old Forester released Warehouse I Expression
Old Forester is adding to its popular 117 series with this timeless 11-year-old bourbon that was matured in the brand’s Warehouse I.
NBA player Bam Adebayo is collaborating with Maker’s Mark to release a whiskey blend
Named for Adebayo and his mother, the limited-edition expression is called Maker’s Mark Bam & Marilyn’s 1 of 1 blend.
Chattanooga Whiskey is releasing a new expression in its Experimental Single Batch Series
This bourbon is infused with more than 140 pounds of dried persimmons.
Blue Run Spirits is releasing a limited-edition holiday bourbon
If you’re anything like us, your after-dinner drink during the holidays is usually a glass of well-made, nuanced whiskey.
30 whiskey gifts they’ll love: The best bottles and accessories to give
Give the gift of booze this year. Specifically gifting a bottle of complex, nuanced, memorable whiskey.
Woodford Reserve is collaborating to launch a whiskey chocolate bar
We can thank Woodford Reserve Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall and Compartés chocolatier Jonathan Grahm for this exciting seasonal treat.
Johnnie Walker Aged 52 Years is one of the rarest whiskies the brand has ever released
Its newest release isn’t named for a colored label like many of its popular expressions. Instead, it’s called Johnnie Walker Aged 52 Years.
Elijah Craig is launching a “Craig Nog” kit just in time for the holidays
It’s aptly called “Craig Nog,” and it’s not your average, boring grocery store eggnog.
The Block Distilling is celebrating its anniversary by releasing a six-year-old whiskey
It was distilled on a four-late column still and matured for thirty-six months in char three, toasted head American white oak barrels.
Just in time for the holidays, Paul John Indian Single Malt is releasing it Christmas Edition
It's called Paul John Christmas Edition, and the 2024 version is the seventh edition of this popular annual series.
Popular tequila brand Alma del Jaguar Tequila is releasing an Añejo
This small-batch tequila is a blend of tequilas matured in three lots of American and French oak barrels.
Glengoyne Distillery is releasing the second chapter in its Russell Family Cask Trilogy of whisky
This memorable single malt whisky spent almost four decades maturing in a first-fill American sherry oak butt.