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Below are ten standout spirits worth sipping, sharing and showing off.
Russell’s Reserve – Rickhouse Camp Nelson E
Russell’s Reserve continues its acclaimed Single Rickhouse series with Camp Nelson E, a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon drawn exclusively from the fifth floor of the historic 1946 Camp Nelson Rickhouse near the Kentucky River. The rickhouse’s cooler microclimate slows maturation, giving the whiskey extra depth and complexity. Bottled non-chill filtered at 128 proof—the brand’s highest proof to date—it delivers rich notes of vanilla, caramel, dried fruit, and baking spice with a long oaky finish.
SRP: $300 / 750 mL
Westland Distillery – Garryana American Single Malt 10th Edition
Westland Distillery celebrates a decade of innovation with Garryana American Single Malt 10th Edition, its first age-statement whiskey, aged 10 years and bottled at 100 proof. Matured in first- and second-fill Garry oak casks made from the rare Pacific Northwest species Quercus garryana and finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry, rum, and ex-bourbon barrels, the limited 4,608-bottle release showcases the distillery’s terroir-driven craftsmanship.
It offers layered notes of mulled wine, clove, walnut brownie, and lemon pastry with hints of toasted oak, strawberry, and blood orange.
SRP: $149.99 / 750 mL
Jack Daniel’s – Tanyard Hill Rye Single Barrel
Jack Daniel’s introduces its latest Special Release with the Single Barrel Tanyard Hill Rye, aged nearly a decade in one of the distillery’s oldest rickhouses in Lynchburg. Charcoal mellowed before aging, the rye features a mash bill of 70% rye, 18% corn, and 12% malted barley.
Bottled at 130–149 proof, it layers dark fruit, sweet oak, candied mint, chocolate, and baking spice, finishing with tobacco and warm spice notes.
SRP: $79.99 / 700 mL
Angel’s Envy – Two Grain Bourbon
Angel’s Envy adds a new chapter to its Distillery Series with Two Grain Bourbon, a Kentucky Straight Bourbon that pares its mash bill down to just 90% corn and 10% malted barley. Distilled at the brand’s Louisville distillery and aged in hand-charred Kelvin Cooperage barrels, the release explores how a simplified grain recipe can spotlight the character of corn and oak without rye’s influence.
Bottled at 112 proof, it offers a warm, sweet profile with vanilla and toffee notes. Limited to about 17,500 bottles and available exclusively at the distillery.
SRP: $55 / 750 mL
Johnnie Walker Blue Label – Rahul Mishra Edition
The iconic Johnnie Walker Blue Label returns in a limited-edition collaboration with celebrated Indian couturier Rahul Mishra, designed to celebrate India’s rich cultural tapestry. The bottle and packaging feature vibrant floral motifs, spirited animals, and a night-sky inspired palette, transforming the classic Blue Label into a collectible work of art.
The whisky inside remains the ultra-premium Blue Label blend, crafted from just one in every 10,000 casks, delivering honey, hazelnut, and dark chocolate layered with smoky, floral elegance. Bottled at 40% ABV in a 750 mL format, the edition is globally limited and positioned as a holiday gift standout.
SRP: $264 / 750 mL
Buffalo Trace Distillery – E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon
Buffalo Trace adds a new chapter to its prestigious Antique Collection with E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, the first new release in the series since 2006. This 15-year-old bourbon is drawn from the distillery’s low-rye Mash Bill No. 1 and aged in new charred American oak barrels under the Bottled-in-Bond Act standards.
Bottled at 100 proof, it offers aromas of warm vanilla, seasoned oak, and maple, while the palate showcases balanced baking spices and gentle wood notes, finishing with caramel, vanilla, and a hint of cherry. The presentation honors E.H. Taylor’s legacy with a classic BTAC-style bottle, and quantities are highly limited.
SRP: $149.99 / 750 mL
Heaven Hill – Grain to Glass Specialty Barrel Series
Heaven Hill expands its acclaimed Grain to Glass line with the inaugural Specialty Barrel Series, highlighting both grain and wood in its production. The 2025 edition features three Kentucky whiskeys—Bourbon, Wheated Bourbon, and Rye—each matured for six to seven years in hand-selected Chinquapin Oak barrels, a rare American white oak known for its elevated vanillin and rich flavor.
Bottled non-chill filtered at 105 proof for the Bourbon and Wheated Bourbon and 107 proof for the Rye, the expressions showcase layered notes of caramel, spice, dark fruit, and toasted oak. Packaged in embossed 700 mL bottles with “Family Owned Since 1935,” the series is limited nationally and offers collectors and enthusiasts a premium, terroir-driven whiskey experience.
SRP: $129.99 / 700 mL
Malibu × Dole Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
Malibu teams up with Dole to launch a new line of tropical-ready-to-drink cocktails set to hit U.S. shelves in early 2026. The range blends Malibu’s signature coconut rum with real Dole pineapple juice and sparkling water, available in four flavors: Pineapple, Pineapple Mango, Pineapple Strawberry, and Pineapple Dragon Fruit.
Each 12 oz can is 4.5% ABV, contains 130 calories, and is free from artificial sweeteners or colors. The larger 19.2 oz single-serve cans are offered for two key flavors. Designed for convenience and tropical refreshment year-round, the line is positioned for both casual sipping and holiday gifting.
SRP: $3.99 / 12 oz; $6.99 / 19.2 oz
Trovador Inspirado Double Barrel Aged Rum
Trovador Inspirado expands its portfolio with Double Barrel Aged Rum, a super-premium blend crafted in Nashville and rooted in three rum-making traditions: Cuban-style (three-year-aged), Spanish-Caribbean (three-year-aged), and pot-distilled Mexican rum.
The spirit is finished in new American white oak barrels, adding richness and complexity while maintaining smoothness for sipping or bold enough for cocktails. It delivers layered notes of caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, and subtle tropical fruit. Available for pre-order online with shipping to 46 states, the release combines craft narrative, accessibility, and versatility in one bottle.
SRP: $49.99 / 750 mL
El Tesoro – Mundial Yamazaki Edition
El Tesoro elevates its premium Mundial Collection with the Yamazaki Edition, a landmark collaboration between the Camarena family’s highland agave house and Japan’s Yamazaki whisky distillery. This añejo tequila is made from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave and aged for 12 months in authentic 12-year Yamazaki sherry and wine casks, marking the first time El Tesoro has used Japanese barrels.
Aromas of roasted agave, toasted almonds, honey, red berries, and minerals lead to a layered palate of sherry sweetness, pecans, dark chocolate, warm spice, and subtle tobacco, finishing long and dramatically oaked. Bottled at 42% ABV, the edition is limited to roughly 30,000 bottles and is a standout for collectors or as a high-end holiday gift.
SRP: $200 / 750 mL
Chilled’s Top Ten Drops
Chilled’s Top Ten Drops is a monthly editorial series highlighting the most exciting new releases in the world of spirits and mixology. Designed for bartenders, brand partners, and enthusiasts alike, the series celebrates craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of today’s cocktail experience.
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Source: Mixology News
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