1、001 Cover DI Admired Whiskies 23v2.indd 1001 Cover DI Admired Whiskies 23v2.indd 124/10/2023 13:3124/10/2023 13:31WHISKIES2023THEWORLDSMOST ADMIREDMOST ADMIRED WHISKIES 2023DRINKS INTERNATIONAL 3Supplement EditorSHAY WATERWORTHProduction Editor JAQ BAYLESAdministrator&contributorOLI DODDoli.doddagil

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3、over image:iS Tomaras WWhisk(e)y is one of the most dynamic spirits categories on the planet,and our list of The Worlds Most Admired Whiskies ref ects this statement.Among the 50 elected brands are some from Scotch distilleries dating back hundreds of years,rubbing shoulders with an Australian singl

4、emalt born in the 21st century,as well as whisky from India,Denmark,Finland and even England.Looking at the 2023 list,congratulations must go to Michters.The Kentucky-based brand has a fascinating history and is making some of the most sought-af er whiskeys in America right now.Having caught up pers

5、onally with senior vice president Matt Magliocco at Bar Convent Berlin this year,we stood back and witnessed waves of bartenders surrounding the stand to try its age statement and Legacy Series whiskeys like teenagers at a Billie Eilish concert.Its also been a great 12 months for Suntory in its 100t

6、h year,with Yamazaki taking the runner-up spot,Hibiki earning a top-10 f nish and Hakushu returning to the list.We also have some interesting new additions to the ranking,including our Highest New Entry,Compass Box,and Leith-based independent bottler Woven Whisky Makers plus a further 10 debutants.T