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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Yoichi vs Miyagikyo: Which Nikka Japanese Whisky Should You Buy in 2026?
Expert buying guide — By Wines & Spirits SA, 25+ years sourcing Japanese whisky You’ve narrowed it down to Nikka.
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Rare Japanese Whisky in 2026
By Johan Clerc — Founder, Wines & Spirits SA · 25+ years collecting Japanese whisky · Published April 2026 Rare
Cantillon & Belgian Lambics: The Ultimate Guide
Cantillon & Belgian Lambics: The Ultimate Guide Published by Johan Clerc — Wines & Spirits SA, Switzerland There are beers,
Top 10 Best US Craft Beers to Buy in Switzerland | Wines & Spirits SA
Top 10 Best US Craft Beers to Buy in Switzerland | Wines & Spirits SA ✦ Buying Guide · Wines
Imperial Stout & Barleywine — Dark Beer Guide
Imperial Stout & Barleywine — The Art of Dark Beer | Wines & Spirits SA ✦ Expert Guide · Wines
New Look, Same Obsession — Wines & Spirits SA Relaunches
✦ News · Wines & Spirits SA ✦ New Look,Same Obsession. Wines & Spirits SA has relaunched with a brand
La Maison Suntory dévoile Yamazaki 25 ans Mizunara
La plus ancienne expression de la distillerie entièrement vieillie en fût de Mizunara. La Maison Suntory est fière d’annoncer la
Side Project St-Louis
Side Project Brewing has earned national recognition. Ranking No. 9 in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best
Distilleries de Whisky au Japon
Les whisky japonais single malt sont produits de la même manière que les autres single malts. Ils sont distillés à