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Whiskey

A curated lineup of rare American whiskey bottles displayed on a wooden bar, featuring vintage bourbons and rye labels arranged against backlit shelves and stained glass.

Sotheby’s First Live Auction of American Whiskey at the Breuer Could Set New Category Highs

Rare spirits is one of the best-performing luxury collectible categories, having proven especially effective at attracting audiences beyond fine arts enthusiasts.
By Elisa Carollo
An auctioneer at Sotheby’s raises her gavel during the sale of The Original Birkin in Paris, as the black Hermès bag sits on display in a clear case and attendees capture the moment on their phones.

The $10 Million Hermès Problem: Estate Planning When Luxury Collectibles Outpace the Art Market

From a $10 million Birkin to a $2.9 million Macallan, luxury collectibles are transforming not only the alternative asset market but also estate and tax planning.
By Elisa Carollo

The Luxury Whiskeys Worth Gifting for the Holidays

From classic scotch whiskies to experimental American creations, there’s something for every whiskey aficionado on your list.
By Courtney Iseman
Around a table, people cheers glasses of whiskey

Craft, Conscience and Climate Action: The New Recipe for Sustainable Spirits

By Sonia Rubeck

The Rise of Ultra-Premium Whiskey

By Alissa Fitzgerald

What to Know About Investing in Age Statement Bourbon

By Rachel King
two glasses of whiskey

The Best High-End Whiskey Releases of 2024

By Alissa Fitzgerald
Image of luxury items like Hermes bags or precious watches on shelves.

Inside Sotheby’s New Partnership With Marriott’s Luxury Group

By Elisa Carollo

The Best Whiskey Bars in L.A.

By Allie Lebos

The Latest and Greatest Scotch Releases

By Brad Japhe

The Latest and Greatest Bourbons

By Brad Japhe
The World's Most Valuable Whisky at Sotheby's in London

Younger Buyers and Million-Dollar Whiskey: Uncorking the Changing World of Wine and Liquor Auctions

By Christa Terry

Nick Offerman on Traveling the World, Wooden Ships and His Latest Lagavulin Whisky

By Meredith Lepore

Warm Up This Winter With These Indulgent Whiskey Brands

By Allie Lebos
Image: Collage of Bardstown Bourbon Company, Goose Island Collaborative Series, The GlenDronach, Grandeur Batch 12 and Rare Character, Single Barrel Series.

The Best Luxury Whiskey Offerings of 2023 

By Brad Japhe
Image: Booker’s Batch 2023-03 “Mighty Fine Batch” Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Frey Ranch American Single Malt Smoked Whiskey and Kavalan, Oloroso Sherry Cask Strength Whisky

The Best New Whiskeys of the Season

By Brad Japhe

Rediscovering Basquiat On Great Jones Street

By Rob LeDonne
collage of three types of whiskey glasses

The Best Whiskey Glasses to Elevate the Drinking Experience

By Brad Japhe
collage of three bottles of bourbon and rye

The Best Top-Shelf Bourbons and Ryes

By Brad Japhe

The Best Whiskey Bars in New York City

By Brad Japhe
collage of three bottles of whiskey

The Celebrity Whiskey Brands That Are Actually Worth Drinking

By Alissa Fitzgerald
collage of three bottles of japanese whisky

The Best Top-Shelf Japanese Whisky You Should Know

By Brad Japhe
collage of three bottles of irish whiskey

The Best Top-Shelf Irish Whiskeys You Should Know

By Brad Japhe
collage of three whiskey bottles

The Most Luxurious Whiskeys to Gift Dad for Father’s Day

By Alissa Fitzgerald
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