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When something called a “Whiskey Hotel” opens, there is an expectation that has a name. In other words, High-end whiskey. But will whiskey enthusiasts be excited by the choices offered at Hollywood’s highly anticipated properties? In this case, dear reader, the taste is subjective. And you need to decide for yourself. But at first… a bit about the hotel itself.
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The Whiskey Hotel debuted in the heart of Hollywood in March this year at the intersection of Wilcox and Hollywood Blvd. This whiskey-inspired destination is an adult-only property conceptualized and designed from the ground up by well-known restaurateurs and hoteliers. Adolfo Suyaa portfolio of foresight behind Gocho Grill and famous hospitality concepts. In addition to impeccable hospitality, guests can expect an extensive collection of rare, vintage whiskeys as the hotel pays tribute to the tobacco its name.
Combining the charm of the old world with the charm of Hollywood, every detail of the hotel is a beacon for design enthusiasts, whiskey enthusiasts and travelers looking for a higher experience. Each element is hand decorated by Suaya, from a collection of European artwork on the walls, to Parisian bistro stools in the rooftop bar, to vintage rotary phones in each room. There is also a rooftop with a view of the Hollywood skyline at nearly 360 degrees.
There’s curation now whiskey The choices offered in the lobby are in anticipation of the adjacent bars opening in the coming months. In addition to the lobby bar, guests can open their property in the same way, except for two exciting culinary concepts. This includes rooftop dining destinations and intimate street-level restaurants for both guests and destination diners.
But now, let’s go to the brass tack. We asked Suaya what his most exclusive and rare whiskey was. These are his picks.
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1. McCarlan 25 Years Sherry Oak: The legendary old man scotch, symbolic for its rich sherry cask depth and rarity
2. McCarlan 18 Sherry Oak: coveted vintage single malt, globally luxurious whiskey benchmark
3. Yamazaki 12: One of Japan’s most collectible whiskeys, rare due to limited export allocations
4. whistlepig 10 Years of Rye: Vermont Premium American Rye Aged in New Oak Barrels, Small Batch Limited Release
5. Red Spot Irish Whiskey: A rare “spot whiskey” family bottle that matures at the age of 15 with barrel mixing. Finding an external market for choice is difficult
6. Kavalan Classic Single Malt (Taiwan): Award-winning Taiwanese whiskey, with limited availability in the US and famous for its tropical aging climate
7. Hakushu12: Lightly muddy Japanese single malt from Suntory, in high demand all over the world, making it difficult to consistently source
8. AmrutFusion (India): Mature, acclaimed Indian single malt with intense climate, multiple global awards, limited allocation
9. Bowmore15: Coastal Islay Whiskey Aged in Sherry Barrels, Limited Bottling is very much looking for it
10. Yellow Spot Irish Whisky: 12-year-old single pot still whisky matured in bourbon, sherry and Malaga barrels – hard to find internationally
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Whisky Hotel Hollywood is located at 1717 Wilcox Avenue, Los Angeles, 90028
