The Wines & Spirits Journal

Expert guides, buying advice, and market insights on rare whisky, collectible craft beer, and fine wines — from 25+ years sourcing the world’s most sought-after bottles.

Welcome to the Wines & Spirits SA Journal. Every article here is written from direct sourcing experience, personal tastings, and decades of relationships with distilleries and producers.

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How to Build a Whisky Collection in Switzerland | Complete Guide 2026

19 June 2026

From Scottish single malts to Japanese rarities — a complete guide to building a whisky collection in Switzerland, with advice on budget allocation, storage, and sourcing.

Belgian Craft Beer Guide: Trappist Ales & Saisons

19 June 2026

The complete guide to Belgian craft beer: Cantillon lambics, Trappist ales, saison and farmhouse styles — and how to buy them in Switzerland.

Clos des Papes 2018 magnum chateauneuf du Pape

Châteauneuf-du-Pape : guide complet de l’appellation et achat en Suisse

15 June 2026

Château Rayas, Clos des Papes, Beaucastel — guide complet sur Châteauneuf-du-Pape : histoire, terroirs, cépages, producteurs et comment acheter en Suisse.

Troon Prophet of Failure 04-29-2025 label

Troon Brewing: Why It’s America’s Most Exciting Craft Brewery

5 June 2026

Troon Brewing of Hopewell, New Jersey produces some of the most sought-after hazy IPAs in the world. A complete guide to the brewery, its releases, and how to buy Troon in Switzerland.

Bordeaux Grand Cru : le guide complet pour acheter en Suisse

4 June 2026

Des premiers crus de Pauillac aux pépites de Saint-Émilion — guide complet pour acheter du Bordeaux Grand Cru en Suisse : appellations, millésimes, conservation et sélection.