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New Interview Series

Experience the ultimate blend of whiskey and music with BLACKENED Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich and Metallica in an exclusive series of conversations titled The Blending Sessions. Tune in to learn more about their creative process, shared passions, and the artistry behind every sip and riff.
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Introducing: The Blending Sessions
Metallica and Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich share an exclusive behind-the-scenes take on what goes into making music and whiskey in The Blending Sessions.
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Raising the Bar
When you have a band that consistently delivers iconic music and a passionate Master Distiller & Blender who delivers award-winning whiskey, there’s no room for compromise.
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Uniquely Metallica
Metallica and Rob Dietrich discuss the raw power of forging a path that’s uniquely theirs. Feel the energy of unbounded creativity from chord to pour.
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The Art of Blending
When it comes to making whiskey and music it’s not about just mixing shit up, it’s about blending. Listen to the experts of layering when it comes to sips and riffs.
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Sound Shapes Our Whiskey
It’s not quite magic, but our BLACK NOISE sonic-enhancement process will blow your mind. Follow us where only Metallica’s BLACKENED Whiskey dares to go.
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Crafted With Pride
The shared pride and passion of BLACKENED Whiskey, crafted alongside Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich, is best described as ‘uniquely Metallica’.
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Artists at Work
James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Rob Dietrich reveal their creative processes and where the road to perfection is paved with 99 daring missteps.
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The Core of Collaboration
Collaborative energy isn’t just about working together; it’s about tapping into a shared wavelength, where ideas resonate, evolve, and amplify.
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Crowd in a Bottle
This is what happens when band members turn into mad scientists. With the crowd as a vital instrument, James, Lars, and Rob Dietrich discuss the secret ingredient to BLACKENED Whiskey.
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How They Got Their Start
Rob Dietrich, Metallica’s Kirk Hammett and Rob Trujillo share their humble beginnings and what fueled their passions to come full circle on the BLACKENED Whiskey collaboration.
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Blog & News

Blackened Whiskey Collection

How to Start a Whiskey Collection and 4 Must Have Bottles

Learn how to start a killer whiskey collection filled with must-have bottles, rare finds, and limited edition bottles to share with and impress family and friends as you share legendary stories about your journey.

17+ Perfect Whiskey Gift Ideas for Dad

Looking for the best whiskey gifts for your dad? Whether it's the perfect pairing for a cigar or collectible ultra-premium whiskey finished to the tune of Metallica's iconic discography, the following items make for a perfect Father's Day gift.
Find Your Perfect Match

Find Your Perfect Pairing

Everyone needs a companion this time of year, and the same goes for your bottle of BLACKENED. Take a look at our picks for the best pairings for your dram this February.

Your Whiskey Resolutions

Unleash your inner whiskey expert in 2024 with our four steps to your perfect whiskey drink.
Mom Is Staying 3 More Weeks

BLACKENED Holiday Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Whiskey Lovers

Whether the thought of the season is making your heart sing or sink, we all know that it doesn’t always go to plan, and that sounds like the holidays

Whiskey 101: Aging Whiskey & The Dark Side of the Barrel

Learn everything you need to know about how long whiskey lasts after it’s been opened, sitting in the heat, or collecting dust on your shelf unopened.

American Blended Whiskey Returns to The Top Shelf

Innovators across the whiskey space, including BLACKENED American Whiskey, are utilizing quality distilling processes to create premium blends that cut no corners. The result? Deliciously complex whiskey you’ll actually want to serve neat.

Whiskey on the Rocks: Should You Put Ice in Your Whiskey?

Drinking whiskey on the rocks can open up its smell and taste. Learn what kind of ice is best for whiskey, the science behind ice in whiskey, and it's history.

Warm Weather Whiskey Cocktails

Learn about the best whiskey cocktails to help you stay warm during the cold winter months to enjoy alone by a fire.

Best Whiskey-Themed Gifts for Whiskey Fans

Find the best whiskey-themed gifts for your favorite whiskey-loving fan including cocktail kits, whiskey glasses, and more!
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BLACKENED in the press

Metallica Played ’72 Seasons’ Album For Whiskey Before Most Humans Heard It

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Metallica’s New Whiskey Was Aged in Barrels Blasted With Music From Their Latest Album

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Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey Turns Up The Volume With First Cask Strength Bottle

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Metallica’s James Hetfield made his name as a guitarist, but he likes to slow down with great cigars

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The Most Exciting Whiskies of 2022

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Heavy Metal Bands Find Subtle Notes Selling Fancy Whiskey

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Meet the Rebel Distillers Breaking All the Rules on Whiskey

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Metallica’s Blackened Is The Ultimate Fusion Of Heavy Metal And Whiskey

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Whiskey in the Jar! Metallica Launches Batch 100 Limited-Edition Box Set With the Music It Aged To

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Metallica Appoints Rob Dietrich as New Blackened Whiskey Master Distiller

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