Janis Wilczura
Born:
1987
Favorite Whisky:
Bowmore + Yamazaki
Nationality:
German
Whisky Enthusiastic Since:
2015
I started my whisky journey like many others: I had a friend who was already into it. After some time in Montreal, I moved to Munich in 2015, where I met one of my best friends, Ferdinand, who was already passionate about whisky and shared his enthusiasm with me. I fell in love with this product, and today I can say that whisky is more to me than just "alcohol". It's craftsmanship, art and truly something special. Over the course of the past years, I have managed to become one of the leading whisky experts in Germany, with articles featured at BILD.de, Handelsblatt, Süddeutsche, Playboy, Business Punk and many more.
Blog posts by this author (39)
5 minThe Top 10 Most Expensive Whiskies in the World 2026
Discover the top 10 most expensive whiskies in 2025, including rare bottles like The Emerald Isle Collection and The Macallan Fine & Rare 1926.
5 minJack Daniel's vs Jim Beam: A Whiskey Showdown
Jack Daniel's offers smooth sweetness, while Jim Beam delivers bold spice. Compare their flavors, production, and value to find your perfect whiskey match.
5 minBowmore Whiskies – Family Values, Craftmanship and From Performance-Inspired Luxury
Bowmore, Scotland's oldest Islay distillery since 1779, blends rich history, family traditions, and craftsmanship to create performance-inspired luxury whiskies.
5 minTop 10 Must-Try Smoky Whiskies This Year
Discover 10 must-try smokey whiskies of 2025, featuring bold flavors, rich heritage, and unique profiles from Islay, Skye, and beyond.
4 min10 Iconic Johnnie Walker Blue Label Editions You Must Know
Discover 10 iconic Johnnie Walker Blue Label editions, from Ghost & Rare Port Ellen to King George V, showcasing rare blends and luxury craftsmanship.
4 min6 Affordable 18-Year-Old Single Malts for Whisky Enthusiasts
Discover 6 affordable 18 Years Old single malt whiskies offering premium flavours, rich heritage, and exceptional value for whisky enthusiasts.
5 minMidleton vs Bushmills: Battle of the Irish Whiskey Heritage
Midleton and Bushmills define Irish whiskey heritage. Compare their history, craftsmanship, and flavor profiles to find the perfect whiskey for your taste.
Magazine articles by this author (77)
8 minWhat are the 7 Whisky Developments Worth Watching Right Now
A roundup of seven current whisky developments, covering cask market shifts, notable releases like Bowmore 7 and Jacob's Well, and trends in distilling and brokerage. Useful for collectors, investors, and enthusiasts.
7 minWhat Makes a Whisky Collectible in 2026
A Whisky Collectible in 2026 is defined by scarcity, brand prestige, provenance, condition, story, and market demand. The article explains how to assess value, buy safely, store bottles, and build a diversified collection.
8 minThe Top 10 Most Expensive Whiskies in the World 2026
A 2026 roundup of the world's most expensive whiskies, ranking rare bottles like Isabella's Islay, The Emerald Isle Collection and Macallan 1926. The article explains rarity, auction records, and why collectors invest in these bottles.
8 minWhat Is Ardbeg Dolce and Why Is It Important for Ardbeg Day 2026?
Ardbeg Dolce is the limited Ardbeg Day 2026 single malt, finished in Marsala dolce casks and bourbon barrels to combine Sicilian sweetness with Islay peat. It launches May 30, 2026 and is a collectible release.
5 minWhat Are the Best Whisky Festival Releases to Watch in 2026?
A guide to the best whisky festival releases of 2026, highlighting limited-edition bottles, regional highlights, and tips for buying and collecting.
10 minWhat Are the Best Collectible Whiskies Under €200 in 2026?
Not every affordable whisky is worth buying twice. These ten bottles under €200 have the scarcity, brand trajectory and secondary market credentials to make them genuinely collectible in 2026.
9 minThe Best Independent Bottler Whiskies of 2026
Independent bottlers produce some of the most collectible whisky in Scotland. Here are the names worth tracking in 2026 and what makes a great independent bottling different from the distillery's own releases.