Elijah Craig is giving its straight rye whiskey the toasted treatment. On Wednesday, the Heaven Hill brand announced the latest addition to its family of whiskies: Elijah Craig Toasted Rye. This expression arrives four years after the release of the Kentucky brand’s Toasted Barrel Bourbon, which quickly became a crowd-favorite among VinePair staff and ranked among the top 10 bottles on our list of the Best Spirits of 2022.

Elijah Craig Unveils Toasted Rye Whiskey

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This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. Jack Daniel's has unveiled a new, limited-edition addition to its Distillery Series: the Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey. This latest release, Distillery Series Selection #13, epitomizes the distillery’s ongoing commitment to innovation and craftsmanship in the world of whiskey.

Jack Daniel’s Unveils Limited Edition Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey in Latest Distillery Series Release

This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. While taste in whiskey can be highly subjective, certain whiskeys have gained notoriety for their poor reception among critics and enthusiasts. Here are a few that are often mentioned in discussions about the worst whiskeys:

As A Bartender, Avoid These Whiskeys

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This post may contain affiliate links. If you wish to support us and use these links to buy something, we may earn a commission. In a surprising twist to whiskey lovers worldwide, the title of the best-selling whiskey brand of 2023 didn't go to a Scottish Scotch, an Irish whiskey, or a Japanese single malt, but rather to an affordable bourbon from Kentucky. Jim Beam, a brand many have casually sipped without realizing its global impact, has taken the top spot in the world whiskey rankings, according to The Spirits Business’s Brand Champions Report for 2024.

A Budget Friendly Bourbon Ranks Top the World Whiskey Rankings

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The two limited-edition bottles call back to the long history of Michter's, which was named the world's most admired whiskey brand in 2023.

Michter's Just Dropped Two Secret Whiskeys That Are Surprisingly Affordable

When it comes to bourbon, there are a handful of rules and regulations. To be considered a bourbon whiskey, it must have a mash bill of at least 51% corn (although the percentage is usually higher) with the rest of the ingredients, including any combination of wheat, rye, or barley. It also must be made in the U.S. (although not just in Kentucky as a bourbon purist might try to tell you).

What is bottled-in-bond?

From aged gems to those that go great in a cocktail, these rums are must-haves for your liquor cabinet. What will we do with a drunken sailor? Frankly, I have no idea, however, I think it’s quite clear how said sailor got into that state in the first place. Rum, the drink of choice that spans the spectrum, from pirates to rockstars, aristocrats and students, all have enjoyed this liquor made from fermented and then distilled sugar cane molasses. This historic spirit is currently enjoying quite the moment, with burgeoning new brands popping out of the woodwork all the time. But what are the best rum brands in the world?

The Best Rum Brands in the World

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You won’t need to be a whiskey connoisseur to realize these bottles are totally worth the splurge.

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When it comes to bourbon whiskey, there are a lot of different terms you need to know to be fluent in the language of this corn-based spirit. Some of the more confusing terms include “cask strength,” “proof,” “bottle-in-bond,” and “straight.” These phrases need a little bit of explaining. But one that seems fairly straightforward is “store-pick.” But is it?

We're getting to the bottom of what a store-pick bourbon means

Vodka once dominated spirits sales in the United States by a wide margin. However, the clear spirit has seen sales slip as trending spirits like tequila and American whiskey continue to win over American palates. Despite the struggles plaguing the category, several brands have retained global success. According to recent...

The 20 Most Popular Vodka Brands in the World for 2024

Seattle, WA

Bourbon and corn whiskey have a long history in Kentucky and Tennessee due to early westward expansion and the reality that corn was the grain at their disposal. Similarly, rye whiskey was king in the early northeastern United States because rye grew well in the region. Early styles of American whiskey were largely necessitated by local grain availability. It’s only been recently that whiskey distilled from barley has come onto the scene in America with any real scale. Washington is consistently one of the top five states for growing barley, so in keeping with historical precedent, the Pacific Northwest tends to gravitate toward the distillation of barley.

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The Spirits Business recently released its annual "The Brand Champions" report, which provides various pieces of insightful data on the spirits industry.

One list included in the report was the best selling vodka brands of 2023, ranked by 9-liter case sales. Let's break down the top 10. For each entry on the list, we'll give you the brand name, the company that owns the brand and how many 9-liter cases it sold in 2023.
10 Highest
10. Nemiroff (Nemiroff): 3.4 million

9. Pyat Ozer (Alcohol Siberia Group): 4.2 million

8. Soplica (Maspex Group): 4.2 million

7. Grey Goose (Bacardi): 4.2 million

6. Żołądkowa (Including Gorzka) (Stock Spirits Group): 4.4 million

5. Arkhangelskaya (Novabev): 4.4 million

4. Magic Moments (Radico Khaitan): 6.2 million

3. Żubrówka (Maspex Group): 9.5 million

2. Absolut (Pernod Ricard): 11.9 million

1. Smirnoff (Diageo): 26 million

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Top 10 Best Selling Vodka Brands of 2023

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	If you’re a fan of Irish whiskey, you’re surely familiar with the Midleton Distillery just outside of Cork, where many popular Irish whiskey brands are produced including Jameson, Redbreast, Midleton Very Rare, and the Spot Whiskeys. The latter’s portfolio just expanded with the announcement that the oldest Red Spot release to date is available to purchase now, exclusively from whiskey specialist website the Whisky Exchange.Old Forester Just Dropped a New Limited-Edition Bourbon Aged in Rum Barrels




	It makes sense that this whiskey would be exclusive to the Whisky Exchange—it was acquired by Pernod Ricard in 2021, the same drinks company that...

One of the Best Irish Whiskey Brands Just Dropped Its Oldest Whiskey Ever

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I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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I'm not a drinker, but sometimes I kind of wish I did. I know, you think I need to go talk to the bishop. But I have to tell you, as I look around at the world today I can understand why some people need an escape mechanism. I don't...

Utah, Have You Met The Moscow Mule?

In recent years, as the scotch whisky industry has evolved, single malts have often taken center stage. The most “luxurious” whiskies are almost always of the single malt variety. However, amongst drinkers, there will always be a widely felt affinity for blended scotch whisky. Before the age of...

The Best Blended Scotch Whisky According To The International Spirits Challenge 2024

The Treacle No.1 is an Old Fashioned riff with a base of dark rum, combined with simple syrup, aromatic bitters, and an apple cider float. This simple cocktail came together in 1990s London, care of the late Dick Bradsell, the influential bartender behind modern classic creations like the Espresso Martini and the Bramble. Essentially a rum Old Fashioned with an apple cider float, the Treacle No.1 (sometimes just referred to as the Treacle) is one of Bradsell’s lesser-known but equally delicious creations.

This rum Old Fashioned, from the legendary bartender behind the Espresso Martini, tastes like a sticky toffee pudding.

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A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

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Elijah Craig Unveils Toasted Rye Whiskey, Says It Will Be ‘Highly Allocated’

On Wednesday, Elijah Craig announced the release of a new whiskey: Elijah Craig Toasted Rye. Bottled at 94 proof, this whiskey is Elijah Craig’s standard straight...

Elijah Craig Unveils Toasted Rye Whiskey, Says It Will Be ‘Highly Allocated’

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