France isn’t just known for wine and cognac — it’s quietly producing world-class whisky too. Bellevoye Red blends single malts from Brittany, Alsace and Cognac, aged in Grand Cru wine casks for a richly layered dram with notes of caramelised fruit, toasted oak, and a whisper of French peat. A refined whisky that bridges the worlds of wine and whisky beautifully.
Sulphur in whisky is one of the most divisive flavour notes — some find it rich and meaty, others smell burnt matches. This article explores how sulphur enters barrels, how it can shape flavour, and why our genes determine whether we love or hate it.
A meeting of whisky and beer — Cape Byron Distillery’s Stone Beer Cask finish brings dark chocolate, roasted malt, and tropical fruit into perfect balance. Best enjoyed alongside the beer that helped create it.
A world-first single malt aged in macadamia nut liqueur barrels, Cape Byron’s Mac. Liqueur Cask delivers creamy milk chocolate, orange marmalade, and toasted nuttiness in every sip.
Westernport’s first release shows the confidence of a much older distillery — three cask styles, each balanced, complex, and bottled at just the right time. One to watch.
From Speyside classics to Islay peat smoke, here are five whiskies under $80 that deliver great flavour without draining your Christmas budget.
Cape Byron’s Viognier Cask brings buttery texture, tropical fruit, and a touch of white wine elegance to this limited-edition single malt. Just 1,150 bottles were released — and it’s a gem worth seeking out.
A bold twist on Morris’ popular Sherry Barrel, this limited-edition single malt adds a smoky layer from heavily charred oak. Discover how it balances rich citrus sherry notes with lingering campfire smoke — and why fans were thrilled when a second batch arrived in 2025.
Bearface Whisky has arrived in Australia — and it’s unlike anything else on the shelf. Aged in the Canadian wilderness and matured in bourbon, French red wine and Hungarian oak casks, Bearface Triple Oak blends sweet corn character with subtle spice and buttery smoothness. Discover how this new Canadian import holds up in its first appearance Down Under.
Bourbon or scotch? Learn the legal definitions, history, and flavour differences — plus how to choose a scotch you’ll enjoy if you’re a bourbon drinker.
