Whisky & Smoke News Network Episode 6 (Nov 23, 2025): Latest Bourbon, Scotch, Irish Whiskey News + Cigar Releases, Pipe Tobacco & Industry ShakeupsJoin host Chris Kumnick for the ultimate weekly roundup of whisky news, premium cigar launches, pipe tobacco drops, and industry updates in Episode 6 of Whisky & Smoke News Network! This packed episode covers major stories like Lexington’s new Bourbonland Tasting Pass ($45–$75 for flights at six distilleries), shocking closures of Black Button and Rogue Ales & Spirits, Waterford Whisky’s potential rescue by Tennessee Distilling Group, California’s 2026 DTC spirits shipping pilot, Diageo pausing Roseisle maltings, Brown-Forman’s 42nd dividend hike, and standout releases including Bruichladdich X4+18 (world’s first quadruple-distilled 18YO), Ballantine’s $13K “The Moment” 40YO, Cedar Ridge Double Barrel Bourbon & Rye ($59.99), John Lee Hooker Legacy bourbons, and Eden Mill’s rescue by Ruby Capital. Cigar highlights feature J.C. Newman as the official cigar of America’s 250th anniversary, Rocky Patel 30th Anniversary, Black Label Deliverance Nocturne, Foundation Tabernacle Knight Commander (100% proceeds to Ethiopia), Crowned Heads Jericho Hill rebrand, Paul Garmirian 35th Anniversary, and Powstanie War Bear of Mass Destruction. Pipe fans get Low Country Carolina Christmas and Warped Saint Espresso aromatics—plus upcoming events like Teeling tastings, Buffalo Trace holiday lights, and Macallan masterclasses. Features an in-depth interview with Philip West of Texas’ Bearded Wheat Distillery, Chris’s tasting notes (Smokeye Hill Barrel Proof Blue Corn Bourbon 92/100, J.C. Newman Bricktoberfest 6.5/10), and congratulations on WhiskyCast’s 20th anniversary. Subscribe now for weekly whisky reviews, cigar pairings, bourbon rankings, Scotch updates, cigar news, and pipe tobacco insights—cheers and smoke responsibly!Social Media LinksWhisky & Smoke News NetworkInstagram - / whiskynsmokenn Facebook - / whiskynsmoke Please subscribe, ring the bell, like, and comment below!!