Sharp commentary, new release reporting, and editorial notes from The Sentinel. No fluff, no sponsored content, no algorithmic filler.
Pick the topics you care about. Every week, we send the dispatches that match, straight to your inbox. No filler.
Virginia Distillery Co is featured in "West of Tradition," a new documentary on American single malt whiskey now streaming on Prime Video.
An American whiskey oversupply is sending premium domestic stock, including expressions from Virginia Distillery Co, across the Atlantic to UK buyers.
Penelope Bourbon teams with cigar maker Alec Bradley on Cigar Sessions: Chapter 2, a high-proof whiskey built to stand up to bold cigars.
Starlight Distillery now offers companies a private single-barrel selection experience paired with a farm tour and farm-to-table lunch.
Redwood Empire Distilling has acquired California's Savage & Cooke distillery to expand capacity and add a visitor destination.
Woodford Reserve Distillery is a finalist for the 2026 Australian Liquor Industry Awards, to be decided October 28 at The Fullerton Sydney.
Virginia Distillery Co. will showcase its limited-edition VA250 Celebration Trio Pack at a one-night Richmond event marking America's 250th anniversary.
Virginia Distillery Co has bottled its Courage & Conviction American Single Malt at 3 years old and 92 proof.
Redwood Empire's Emerald Giant Rye earns notice for its 92% rye mash bill and an unusual herbal, alpine character built from four- to seven-year-old barrels.
Elizabeth McCall, Woodford Reserve's first woman Master Distiller, built her career from an entry-level post and now leads with an emphasis on precision.
Virginia Distillery Co. releases two beer-barrel-finished American Single Malt whiskies, each limited to a scant six barrels.
Woodford Reserve lends its name to the Creative Showcase, an arts initiative supporting emerging creators, with no new whiskey involved.
Woodford Reserve and Old Forester distillers craft a one-time 100 proof bourbon, 'Kentucky Boy,' to honor Master Distiller Emeritus Chris Morris' 50 years of service.
Dailuaine's 8-year-old single malt gets a first-fill Koval bourbon cask finish, bottled at 58.7% ABV.
Penelope Bourbon rolls out a limited rosé-cask-finished American whiskey at 94 proof.
New releases, local distillery news, tasting notes. Tell us what you drink, we will send what matters.
Still here? You are probably our kind of reader.
One email a week. The dispatches that match your interests, plus anything The Sentinel thinks you should not miss.
