The Top 100 Spirits of 2025

This special group was culled from hundreds sampled over the past year—thoroughly spread out, of course. Looking back, it’s been quite a journey. Selections range from single-cask bourbons to a cheeky mezcal that uses Chinese five-spice roast duck to make pechuga, a style that typically involves hanging a piece of raw chicken breast in the still during distillation.