All about Whisky from Sweden
After sixteen years of maturation, the story of Sherry Darling is reaching its final chapter. The Last Sherry Darling is the grand finale of the acclaimed whisky series from Lihnell’s Distillery – a 16-year-old Swedish single malt created for those who appreciate the depth, richness and unmistakable character of heavily sherry-matured whisky. Deep reddish-brown in colour, bottled … Read more
Swedish whiskymaker High Coast Whisky has announced the launch of Special Release 2026, the third bottling in its exclusive Special Release series and the oldest whisky ever released by the distillery. Matured for more than 15 years on the banks of the Ångerman River in northern Sweden, the limited edition whisky showcases the influence of … Read more
Gotland Whisky proudly announces the release of Karlsö, a six-year-old single malt whisky inspired by the iconic islands of Stora Karlsö and Lilla Karlsö off the west coast of Gotland. Matured exclusively in first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, Karlsö combines rich fruitiness, gentle smoke, and a deep connection to one of the Baltic Sea’s most … Read more
Spirit of Hven proudly introduces Seven Angels – St. Jegudiel, a new release in its acclaimed Seven Angels series, celebrating the art of whisky-making through craftsmanship, patience, and storytelling. This limited-edition Swedish single malt whisky is bottled at 50.6% ABV and represents both innovation and deep-rooted tradition from the island distillery in the Öresund. The … Read more
High Coast Whisky proudly presents Elfkungen, the first release in the new Riverboats series—an 11-year-old single malt that connects the distillery’s heritage with the rich history of the Ångerman River. The Riverboats series takes inspiration from Älv, part of High Coast’s Origins range, and serves as a tribute to the waterways that have shaped both … Read more
Following two highly acclaimed releases, Sweden Rock Festival and High Coast Distillery return with their most ambitious collaboration yet: a 9-year-old peated single malt whisky crafted for 2026. This year’s edition pushes the concept further—deeper, darker, and more complex—resulting in what may be the most intense Sweden Rock whisky to date. The release is strictly … Read more
A year ago, we wrote that the world’s best whisky was Swedish — is it time to say it again? Swedish whisky continues to make waves on the global stage. Again, High Coast Whisky has stepped into the spotlight. The distillery’s release Sherry Embers has been named a finalist in the prestigious World Whiskies Awards in … Read more
Some collaborations feel manufactured. Others feel inevitable. The Great High Coast is the latter — a meeting between two northern Swedish forces: High Coast Whisky’s meticulous craftsmanship and Sqrtn Company’s raw, contemporary aesthetic. Together, they present a limited whisky and clothing collection rooted in a shared identity — one shaped by climate, landscape, and an uncompromising … Read more
In the heart of the Baltic Sea lies its jewel: Gotska Sandön. This mythical island has, through the centuries, been home to seal hunters, lumberjacks, pirates, and lighthouse keepers—and the final destination for numerous ships. Off its shores stretches Beckrevet, a treacherous reef that has given rise to both tragedy and legend. With Isle of … Read more
Lihnells Distillery is a Swedish whisky distillery based in Örebro, dedicated to crafting expressive single malts that reflect both place and precision. With a strong focus on balance, maturation, and character, the distillery continues to shape a distinctly Swedish whisky identity. The latest release, Svartån, follows the earlier expression in the series, Hemfjärden (read more … Read more