The Liquor Cabinet: August’s Must-Sip Spirits
There’s no such thing as an ordinary bottle anymore. The world’s top distillers are rewriting the rules of what it means to drink well — blending heritage with reinvention, packaging with storytelling, and craftsmanship with a wink of luxury. August’s lineup is proof: tequila gets its first facelift in nearly four decades, rum steps into the spotlight as a cocktail power player, bourbon returns with a decanter steeped in history, gin crosses into the world of high fashion, and whiskey takes a bold leap into uncharted territory. Welcome to The Liquor Cabinet, your monthly guide to the bottles worth talking about — and more importantly, pouring.
PATRÓN Tequila’s Makeover Is as Luxe as the Liquid Inside
After nearly four decades of holding court in top-tier bars and on bottle-service menus, PATRÓN is finally stepping out in a fresh new look. Inspired by the heart of the agave plant — the piña — the redesigned bottle features a jewel-cut texture that’s equal parts elegance and utility, improving grip for bartenders while catching the light like a Baccarat decanter. The updated front label gets a gold-dipped bee and 3D logo treatment, while the original ribbon is swapped for an intricate filigree neck collar — a nod to the ornate details of PATRÓN’s Jalisco distillery.
But the update isn’t just skin deep. Each bottle proudly declares “Handcrafted with Agave, Water and Time” alongside the signature of Master Distiller David Rodriguez — a quiet flex that this is still the additive-free tequila you know and love. Whether it’s the Silver, Reposado, Añejo, or Extra Añejo on your bar cart, PATRÓN’s facelift proves that heritage and modernity can coexist — and look damn good doing it.
Jim Beam Brings Back the Iconic Pin Bottle for Its 230th Anniversary
For bourbon fans, history is half the flavor, and Jim Beam’s new limited-edition Pin Bottle leans hard into both. Released in honor of the distillery’s 230th anniversary, this decanter-style bottle revives a design beloved by Jim Beam himself, who once gifted versions of it to friends and associates. Inside, the whiskey is drawn from the same nine-story warehouses as the original, aged 8 years, and bottled at a precise 86.8 proof — a respectful nod to the first Pin release.
Expect a pour that opens with crisp oak, baked bread, and toffee on the nose, with a palate balancing subtle sweetness against rich toasted oak and a whisper of char. The finish? Warm, clean, and just sweet enough to make you wish this $99.99 bottle wasn’t distillery-exclusive. If you want one, you’ll need to make the pilgrimage to Clermont, Kentucky — because this collector’s piece won’t stick around long.
Leave it to fashion photographer Mert Alas to treat gin like couture. His creation, SEVENTY ONE Gin, isn’t just a spirit — it’s a statement piece designed to sit on your bar cart like a Balmain jacket hangs in your closet. Launched in 2021, the liquid itself is obsessively crafted with rare botanicals and given a cask-rested finish, making it dramatically smooth and layered enough to stand toe-to-toe with high-end whiskies and cognacs.
The result is a gin that feels more like an experience than a drink, whether you’re sipping it neat, on the rocks, or in its signature Golden Martini. Inspired by the mystery and allure of the night, SEVENTY ONE doesn’t just elevate cocktails — it embodies the after-dark energy of fashion, art, and luxury living. Think less “afternoon G&T” and more “last call at an invitation-only soirée.”
Woodford Reserve has been pushing boundaries with its Distillery Series, but its latest release feels like a milestone: a 12-Year-Old American Single Malt, the brand’s first foray into this category. Made from 100% malted barley, triple pot distilled, and aged in used whiskey barrels, the result is a whiskey with elegance in every sip. Expect layers of sweet nutty malt, soft caramel, warm spice, and a hint of citrus — a profile that proves patience pays off when you hold barrels back for the right moment.
Clocking in at 90.4 proof, the limited release arrives in 375 ml bottles at $99.99, available only in select Kentucky retailers, the Woodford distillery, and a handful of shipping states. With Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall calling it “one of the most authentic American Single Malts ever released,” this bottle isn’t just an experiment — it’s a collector’s piece that signals the future of American whiskey.
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