Scotland
Lagavulin 16
One of Islay's most storied single malts, matured in the salt air of Scotland's southern coast.
Iconic Distilleries
Five Houses, Five Traditions
The distilleries profiled here have each shaped, in their own way, the modern understanding of whisky. Some are centuries old; others are the work of a single visionary generation. Together they represent the geographic and stylistic breadth of the world of whisky.
Ireland
Redbreast 12
The flag-bearer of a uniquely Irish style, distilled at Midleton in County Cork.
Japan
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Suntory's meditation on balance, resonance and the twenty-four Japanese seasons.
Scotland
The Macallan 12 Double Cask
A benchmark of the sherried Speyside style, matured in twin sherry-seasoned oaks.
Scotland
Glenmorangie 18
The tallest stills in Scotland and a pioneer of wood-finished maturation.