Finding rare whisky on the shelf—a practice dubbed “ whisky antiquing” —isn’t seek and destroy, but rather, a search and enjoy mission. Follow these steps to securing liquid gems.
Assess Your Aspirations
Record an inventory of the whiskies you own and the styles you drink most. You probably already have more expertise than you even realize, so apply extra focus here when hunting.
Establish a Perimeter
Pick a central starting point and establish a radius for your search. Search for “liquor stores,” “wine shops,” “package stores,” and “wine and spirits” on Yelp and Google Maps. Chart a route, paying close...