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News
The latest breaking news stories from the Australian whisky industry, with new releases, distillery openings and business trends.
Three new Smith’s Angaston single malt whiskies unveiled
Editor Luke McCarthy explores Smith’s Angaston’s newest batch of single malt whiskies: Bourbon Cask, New French Oak and Muscat Cask.
Top 10 Australian whiskies of 2023
Barossa Distilling Co launch Gallus Single Malt Whisky
South Australians have a new single malt whisky to celebrate with the release of Barossa Distilling Co’s Gallus Single Malt Whisky. Check out the full story behind this new Barossan single malt plus our review of the first release.
Tasmanian Whisky Week 2023: the trends, the triumphs, the takeaways
Editor Luke McCarthy reports on Tasmanian Whisky Week 2023. Catch-up on all the latest from the Tasmanian scene with this deep dive into the weeklong celebration.
Whisky festivals are back, booming and finally getting a refresh
Whisky festivals are back in action. And while editor Luke McCarthy has had reservations about the festival circuit in the past, a number of new whisky shows have him excited for the future.
Hunter Island Pot Still Whisky unveiled – a Tasmanian take on Ireland’s signature style
Damian and Madeleine Mackey launch Hunter Island Tasmanian Pot Still Whisky, their take on Ireland’s renowned Irish single pot still style.
That Boutique-y Whisky Company ‘Return to Oz’ with new collection
That Boutique-y Whisky Company unveil a new series of Australian whisky bottlings with ‘Return to Oz’, a follow-up collection to the ‘Australia Series’.
Top 10 Australian whiskies of 2022
The Oz Whisky Review team select their picks for Australia’s best whisky releases of 2022.
How casks are driving Australian whisky’s golden age
Australian distillers have access to amazing casks thanks to the thriving Australian wine industry, and Luke McCarthy explores how the relationship between local whisky and wine producers is ushering in a golden age for Australian whisky making.