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Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Elevate your celebration with five festive cocktail recipes and five expertly matched food and drink pairings. From the spice of Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack to the warmth of Glenmorangie’s single malt, this guide features seasonal flavors and easy ideas using bottles available now at Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits.

The 2025 Pappy Van Winkle collection has arrived at Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits. From the approachable Old Rip 10-Year to the ultra-rare 23-Year Family Reserve, this year’s release is steeped in heritage and high-proof excellence. Discover tasting notes, bottle history, and secure your spot in bourbon legend.

Blackwell’s is proud to offer the 25th Buffalo Trace Antique Collection—featuring George T. Stagg, Eagle Rare 17, William Larue Weller, Sazerac 18, and Thomas H. Handy Rye. A true collector’s dream and holiday gift essential.

Each year, whisky lovers eagerly await the Diageo Special Releases—and 2025 delivers bold innovation and age-worthy elegance. From the smoky depths of Lagavulin 12 to the waxy brilliance of Clynelish 18, these collectible drams are now available at Blackwell’s. Discover what’s pouring and why collectors are making room on their top shelves.

From bold American bourbon to elegant Japanese whisky and collector-worthy Champagne, our 2025 Spirits Gift Guide is packed with perfect bottles for every festive toast.

Turn your favorite bottles into holiday magic. From bourbon and Scotch to cognac, mezcal, and Champagne, these 12 festive cocktail recipes make it easy to mix, sip, and celebrate all season long—featuring top bottles from Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits.

This holiday season, go beyond the bottle. Blackwell’s Bourbon Club and Sip Ship memberships deliver curated pours, rare releases, and exclusive perks all year long—making them the ultimate gifts for bourbon lovers and spirits enthusiasts alike.

Move over Cognac — this holiday season, it’s time to toast with Armagnac and Calvados. These French classics offer depth, warmth, and craftsmanship perfect for festive sipping and gifting. Explore standout bottles like Delord 25 Year Bas-Armagnac and Adrien Camut Calvados, available now at Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits.

Ring in the holidays with sparkle and sophistication. This guide highlights the best Champagnes to pop in 2025—from iconic vintage bottles and limited artist editions to elegant Blanc de Blancs. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or gifting a showstopper, these premium picks from Blackwell’s will elevate every celebration.

Whiskey collectors, take note—2026 is shaping up to be a banner year for rare and limited releases. From high-proof bourbons to Japanese single malts, Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits highlights the bottles and trends you should watch for, plus where to find them before they disappear.

As 2025 comes to a close, holiday hosts are looking ahead to what they’ll be pouring in 2026. From bold Napa Cabernets and Burgundy whites to Kyoto’s rising Japanese whiskies and additive-free tequilas, explore the global trends set to shape the year ahead—curated by Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits.

Planning to host this holiday season? Our 2025 guide highlights the best wines and spirits to serve your guests—from festive Champagne and rich red wines to standout bourbons and tequilas. With curated picks from Blackwell’s Wines & Spirits, you’ll have everything you need to entertain in style.