Pinhook's Vertical Series 9-year Rye Is Officially America’s Best Rye at IWSC 2025
Pinhook’s Vertical Series 9-Year Rye was recognized as the best rye whiskey at the 2025 International Wine & Spirit Competition North America (IWSC), earning 98 points and the prestigious Gold Outstanding award.
The World’s Best Gins: 2024 Competition Edition
When Cognac producer Maison Ferrand of France decided to launch a gin in 1996, most people scoffed at the idea. Yet here we are, almost three decades later, and Citadelle Gin is thriving. Their bottles have racked up a trophy room of awards. Their latest was the Gin of the Year Trophy from the 2024 Bartender Spirit Awards for their Jardin dÉté, which translates to ‘Summer Garden.’
California Chenin Blanc Is Back, and Now Is the Time to Buy
Long dismissed as worthy only for blending, Chenin Blanc all but vanished from California over the last 30 years. Now a cadre of skilled winemakers are making Chenin cool again.
Buy This Booze: The 20 Best Vodkas for 2025
Produced in the Italian Alps using locally sourced wheat and alpine spring water, Verità’s profile is clear, sharp, and fresh.

