Chilled’s Top 10 Drops for March 2026
Bringing you what’s new and noteworthy each month. Designed for bartenders and connoisseurs, we choose our favorite bottles, barware and bold ideas stirring up the scene.
Below are ten standout spirits worth sipping, sharing and showing off.
1. Green River Wheat Full Proof Bourbon
SRP: $49.99 / 750 mL
Green River Distilling Co. ushers in a major year with the launch of Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon, now available in 25 markets. Crafted from its signature wheated mashbill of 70% corn, 21% wheat, and 9% malted barley, this barrel-strength expression ranges from 109 to 116 proof, with the first batch bottled at 109.3 proof (54.65% ABV).
Aged five to seven years in the brand’s clay tile warehouses, the bourbon enhances notes of vanilla and caramelized wood sugars while delivering a richer, more robust take on the wheated profile fans love. Priced at $49.99 for a 750mL bottle, it stays true to Green River’s reputation for quality, balance, and value, now at full proof.
2. Crown Royal Marquis
SRP: $39.99 / 750 mL
Crown Royal rolls out Crown Royal Marquis nationwide following a limited market debut in 2025. Finished in Caribbean rum casks, the expression offers layered notes of honey, brown sugar, vanilla, fig, and date for a smooth yet vibrant profile.
Designed to shine neat, on the rocks, or in fruit-forward serves such as the brand’s pineapple-accented signature cocktail, the national launch reinforces Crown Royal’s continued push into contemporary, experience-driven whisky occasions.
3. Nowadays Black Cherry
SRP: Bottled Spirit (750 mL): $68.99 | Canned Cocktails: $34 / six-pack
Cherry continues to dominate flavor trends, and Nowadays is leaning in with the launch of its limited-time Black Cherry release. The seasonal offering arrives in two formats: a 750mL multi-serve bottled spirit with 5mg THC per 1.5 oz serving, and ready-to-drink canned cocktails with 5mg THC per 12 oz can.
Lush and bright with a smooth finish, Black Cherry is designed for easy sipping, whether enjoyed straight, over ice, or mixed into a mocktail. Available online in more than 40 states and at select retailers, the limited release adds a bold, on-trend twist to the growing THC beverage space.
4. Proper No. Twelve Black Reserve Irish Whiskey
SRP: $32.99 / 750 mL
Proper No. Twelve expands its portfolio with Black Reserve, a blend of single malt and grain whiskeys aged a minimum of four years in heavily charred Level 3 bourbon barrels. Triple distilled and matured in first- and second-fill American oak casks, the expression balances bold bourbon influence with the brand’s signature smooth Irish character.
Expect layered notes of caramel, toasted wood, vanilla, toffee, and soft spice, with the heavy char amplifying sweetness and depth while preserving approachability. Designed for versatility, Black Reserve works neat, on the rocks, or in a honey-accented Old Fashioned. The new release is now available nationwide.
5. SipMARGS
SRP: $11.99 / 4-pack and $19.99 / 8-pack
Beyond the can, SipMARGS is stepping deeper into lifestyle territory. The sparkling RTD margarita brand backed by Alix Earle and Kygo’s Palm Tree Crew debuted its first merchandise collection in February, timed to National Margarita Day.
The 15-piece drop includes relaxed staples such as hats, sweatshirts, sweatpants, and tees that channel the brand’s easygoing, beach-to-bar energy. The launch marked the first of several planned releases as the brand continues building community beyond the glass.
6. Another Hendrick’s
SRP: $34.99 / 750 mL
Hendrick’s Gin unveils Another Hendrick’s, its first new permanent expression in nearly a decade. The globally launching release builds on the brand’s signature rose and cucumber foundation while introducing layered notes of orange blossom and velvety cacao.
Inspired by Master Distiller Lesley Gracie’s fascination with chocolate and florals, the gin explores an uncommon combination in the category, balancing bright citrus blossom aromatics with a subtle sweetness and silky depth from cacao beans. The result is a distinctive yet recognizably Hendrick’s profile that maintains its signature complexity and lightness.
Bottled at 44% ABV and housed in a striking white bottle, Another Hendrick’s is positioned as a dynamic evolution for the brand, designed to appeal to both longtime fans and a new generation of gin drinkers.
7. Compass Box Hedonism 2026
SRP: $164.99 / 700 mL
Compass Box unveils the third edition of its Hedonism Limited Annual Release, continuing the brand’s annual celebration of grain whisky and female artistry. First introduced in 2000 as the world’s first blended grain Scotch whisky, Hedonism transitioned to a limited annual format in 2023 as older grain stocks became increasingly scarce.
For 2026, Australian artist Emma Hack reimagines the iconic Hedonism Muse, marking the first time a recognizable figure appears on the label. Actor Karen Gillan serves as this year’s Muse, embodying the strength and individuality long associated with the expression.
The whisky itself leans richer and darker than prior editions. Crafted by Creative Director of Whiskymaking Angela D’Orazio, the blend features components up to 30 years old from Strathclyde, alongside parcels from Port Dundas and Cameronbridge. A new sherry element introduces notes of cherry, raisin, roast almond, coffee, and cocoa layered over Hedonism’s signature creamy texture.
Arriving February 24, the 2026 release continues Compass Box’s tradition of uniting art, identity, and grain whisky in one of the category’s most distinctive annual offerings.
8. Hard Truth Distilling Co. 7-Year Whiskey Trio
SRP: TBD (Limited Edition)
Hard Truth Distilling Co. marks a major maturation milestone with the debut of its first seven-year whiskeys: Sweet Mash Rye, Bourbon, and Wheated Bourbon. Distilled and aged entirely on the brand’s Indiana campus, the trio represents the oldest expressions to date from the grain-to-glass producer.
Rooted in Hard Truth’s sweet mash process, which uses fresh ingredients in every batch rather than the more common sour mash method, the seven-year expressions highlight enhanced complexity and layered grain character developed over seven Indiana seasons.
The Straight Bourbon leans into buttered toffee, cherry, vanilla custard, and warming spice. The Sweet Mash Rye offers maple, golden raisin, cracked pepper, and brûléed sugar depth. The Wheated Bourbon delivers richer tones of nougat, dark chocolate, pecan pie, and sweet cream with a long, soothing finish.
The release launches exclusively at the distillery in Nashville, Indiana, with limited allocations arriving at select retailers in the weeks following.
9. Redbreast Moscatel Wine Cask Edition
SRP: $109.99 / 700 mL
Redbreast Irish Whiskey expands its acclaimed Iberian Series with the launch of the Moscatel Wine Cask Edition, the fifth limited release in the collection. Crafted by Master Blender David McCabe, the expression honors the brand’s historic ties to fortified wines through a finishing period in Málaga Moscatel casks sourced from Spain’s Bodegas Quitapenas.
Initially matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, the whiskey undergoes a final 16-month finish in Moscatel-seasoned European oak hogsheads. Bottled at 46% ABV, the result is a citrus-forward, Mediterranean-inspired profile layered with notes of tangerine, orange peel, chamomile, vanilla, floral honey, sugar-glazed fruit, and subtle pot still spice.
The limited-edition release continues Redbreast’s exploration of Iberian cask influence while reinforcing its legacy as one of the most awarded single pot still Irish whiskeys in the world.
10. Licor 43 Caramel Cookie Liqueur
SRP: TBD
Licor 43 expands its U.S. lineup with the launch of Caramel Cookie, a dessert-inspired expression that builds on the brand’s indulgent momentum. Following the stateside success of Licor 43 Chocolate and Licor 43 Crème Brûlée, the new release leans further into rich, confection-driven flavors.
Licor 43 Caramel Cookie layers the vanilla and citrus backbone of Licor 43 Original with notes of caramelized cookie, cinnamon, and toasted biscuit, drawing inspiration from cookie butter’s signature spiced sweetness. The liqueur pours a deep toasted amber and delivers a smooth, creamy texture designed for sipping chilled over ice or mixing into coffee-forward and dessert-style cocktails.
Timed for winter entertaining, the expression shines in serves like a Caramel Cookie Espresso Martini, adding warmth and depth to after-dinner drinks. The release aligns with the brand’s global “Mix Something New” campaign, spotlighting creative yet approachable ways to incorporate Licor 43 into modern cocktails and indulgent recipes.
About Chilled’s Top Ten Drops
Chilled’s Top Ten Drops is a monthly editorial series highlighting the most exciting new releases in the world of spirits and mixology. Designed for bartenders, brand partners, and enthusiasts alike, the series celebrates craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of today’s cocktail experience.
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