$1 million in whiskey taken in a bold theft from a Washington distillery
A significant whiskey heist this summer involved the theft of 12,000 bottles, marking a rare incident in the U.S. liquor industry. The worth of the stolen liquor is estimated at around $1 million. The Skagit Valley Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating, and enthusiasts are curious if the sought-after Garryana Whiskey, part of Westland Distillery’s first […]
Whiskey, tobacco, and painkillers: The VA has the potential to be a health system without opioids
The time for the Department of Veterans Affairs to move away from opioids is now. When I began practicing medicine with the VA, it was not unusual to see prescriptions for alcoholic beverages granted to veterans. Many hospitals openly included whiskey, wine, and beer on their lists to “enhance patient comfort.” Benzodiazepines were standard for […]
Midwestern distiller discovers unique rye grain for whiskey from an 1878 shipwreck
Reviving Bentley Rye: A Historical Whiskey Comeback Before bourbon took over the liquor scene, rye whiskey was actually the frontrunner. Nowadays, distilleries in the Midwest are collaborating with scientists to reintroduce an ancient grain variety, specifically, the intriguing “Bentley Rye,” aiming for a spicy, robust whiskey. There’s a shipwreck involved—specifically, the James R. Bentley, which […]
Kentucky’s $9B whiskey sector faces challenges as Gen Z turns away from bourbon and tariffs impact sales.
Kentucky’s Whisky Industry Faces Severe Crisis The renowned whisky industry in Kentucky is currently in what many consider its most significant crisis in decades. Major distilleries are shutting down, and the livelihoods of thousands are at stake as the sector grapples with dwindling sales, changing drinking habits among younger generations, and the impacts of trade […]
Malbon and Bushmills Irish Whiskey are marking the Open Championship with an impressive collection.
Open Championship Excitement There’s nothing quite like an open championship. Seriously, nothing compares. The essence of golf shines through as the finest players tackle the course. It’s hard to believe we’ll be treated to four full days of this spectacle. What truly sets this tournament apart is its rich tradition. You can sense that history […]
EU to delay retaliatory tariffs on US whiskey, other exports
The European Union will delay exports to the trade zone in response to the imposition of tariffs on US exports, a measurement released in February by the White House by the White House, which is a measure that will be released in February, as part of an overhaul of US trade policy. The EU had […]
Trump threatens 200% tariffs on all alcohol from EU countries after whiskey tax
President Trump on Thursday threatened 200% tariffs on all alcohol products coming from the European Union after the US collected 50% tax on whiskey coming from the US. “The European Union, one of the world's most hostile and abusive tax and customs authorities formed for the sole purpose of using the United States, has placed […]
Distilled Spirits Council CEO warns European whiskey tariff could be 'very, very devastating'
On Wednesday, the CEO of the US Distillation Spirits Council warned that whisky fees in Europe would be “very, very devastating.” “We got the news early this morning, early. [European Union (EU)] We are ready to impose a 50% tariff on American whiskey. It's going to be very devastating,” Chris Swanger told News Nation's Nicole […]
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro Defends Cocaine as ‘Not Worse than Whiskey’ in Trainwreck 6-Hour Meeting
The distant president of Colombia Gustavo Peter once again called for the legalization of cocaine, claiming that it was “not worse than whiskey” in a tragic six-hour meeting with the government's live broadcast on Tuesday evening. Peter – who has it repeatedly I defended Cocaine use and explained Cocaine is less harmful than sugar – […]
Male pours whiskey into holy water during Christmas Eve midnight mass at Catholic church, threatens parishioners, police say
A Maryland man poured whiskey into holy water during a Christmas Eve midnight mass at a Catholic church and threatened parishioners, police said. However, police say that was not the only incident. Congregants chased Von Goetz out of the church, but the sheriff's office told WTOP that Goetz tried to hit them with a whiskey […]