Beth Squires

6 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Beth Squires

When it comes to whisky aged for four decades, it’s easy to assume the hardest part is waiting. But at The Glenlivet, the real challenge isn’t time—it’s timing. Releasing a 40 year old whisky isn’t just about hitting a number on a label. It’s about knowing precisely when a cask has reached its peak. And, as Kevin Balmforth, Cask Master at The Glenlivet, makes clear, that moment rarely announces itself with fanfare.

6 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Beth Squires

Looking for the best bourbons of 2025? From bold craft releases to heritage classics, these award-winning bourbons have all earned top honours from respected global competitions. Whether you’re new to bourbon or a seasoned enthusiast, this list breaks down five standout bottles — including their tasting notes, production highlights, and who they’re perfect for. If you’re exploring what to try next, these whiskies are a great place to start.

6 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Beth Squires

As American whiskey faces international trade barriers, Canadian whisky is stepping into the global spotlight. And at its center is Crown Royal. A Global Shift in Whiskey SupplyOngoing trade tensions are making American whiskey harder—and more expensive—to source internationally. Markets that once leaned heavily on bourbon are now seeking alternatives that offer both consistency and character.

1 week ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Beth Squires

For years, whisky lovers have equated age statements with quality. A 12, 15, or 18-year-old bottle seems safer, more premium, and more desirable. But is that number on the label truly the best way to judge what’s inside the bottle? The debate between age-statement whiskies and non-age-statement (NAS) whiskies continues to divide the whisky world. The answer is far more nuanced than many think. What Is an Age Statement? An age statement tells you the youngest whisky in the bottle.

1 week ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Beth Squires

There’s something profoundly evocative about sipping (or keeping) a whisky from lost distillery – a liquid time capsule capturing Scotland’s distilling heritage. These “silent distilleries” have fallen silent forever, their stills dismantled and master distillers long retired. For collectors and connoisseurs, these rare whiskies represent the ultimate prize – vanished flavor profiles with stocks that only trend toward extinction.