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Chilled's Top 10 Drops for March 2026
Chilled Magazine highlights the newest bourbon, Irish whiskey, Scotch, RTDs, and liqueurs making waves this month.
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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Chilled Magazine's March 2026 edition features the top 10 new spirit releases that are making a splash in the industry, including a wheated full proof bourbon from Green River Distilling Co., a rum cask-finished Crown Royal expression, a limited-edition THC-infused black cherry offering from Nowadays, and more.
Why it matters
This monthly roundup from Chilled Magazine provides a comprehensive look at the latest innovative spirit launches, trends, and product innovations that are shaping the cocktail and bartending landscape. The featured releases showcase the creativity and diversity of the spirits industry, catering to a range of consumer preferences and occasions.
The details
The March 2026 Top 10 Drops from Chilled Magazine include a wheated full proof bourbon from Green River Distilling Co., a rum cask-finished Crown Royal whisky, a limited-edition THC-infused black cherry spirit and RTD from Nowadays, a new charred bourbon barrel-finished Irish whiskey from Proper No. Twelve, a lifestyle merchandise collection from the SipMARGS RTD brand, a new permanent gin expression from Hendrick's, the third annual limited release of Compass Box's Hedonism grain whisky, a trio of 7-year whiskeys from Hard Truth Distilling Co., a Moscatel wine cask-finished Redbreast Irish whiskey, and a new caramel cookie-flavored liqueur from Licor 43.
- The Green River Wheated Full Proof Bourbon is now available in 25 markets.
- Crown Royal Marquis is launching nationwide following a limited market debut in 2025.
- Nowadays Black Cherry is available online in more than 40 states and at select retailers as a limited-time offering.
- Proper No. Twelve Black Reserve Irish Whiskey is now available nationwide.
- SipMARGS launched its first merchandise collection in February 2026, timed to National Margarita Day.
The players
Green River Distilling Co.
A Kentucky-based distillery that has launched a new wheated full proof bourbon.
Crown Royal
A Canadian whisky brand that has released a new rum cask-finished expression called Crown Royal Marquis.
Nowadays
A brand that has launched a limited-edition THC-infused black cherry spirit and RTD.
Proper No. Twelve
An Irish whiskey brand that has expanded its portfolio with a new charred bourbon barrel-finished expression called Black Reserve.
SipMARGS
A sparkling RTD margarita brand that has debuted its first merchandise collection.
What’s next
The Hard Truth Distilling Co. 7-Year Whiskey Trio will launch exclusively at the distillery in Nashville, Indiana, with limited allocations arriving at select retailers in the weeks following.
The takeaway
This month's Top 10 Drops from Chilled Magazine showcase the continued innovation and creativity within the spirits industry, with brands introducing new flavor profiles, packaging formats, and lifestyle experiences to engage both longtime enthusiasts and a new generation of drinkers.
