Cover The Year of the Horse brings auspicious blessings of good food, good company, and certainly with this list, good drinks (Image: Hennessy Malaysia)
The Year of the Horse brings auspicious blessings of good food, good company, and certainly with this list, good drinks (Image: Hennessy Malaysia)
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It’s no secret that alcohol is a large part of the Chinese New Year celebrations, no matter where you are, so here’s how you can be the ultimate guest of honour with our picks
As the Year of the Fire Horse gallops into 2026, Malaysia’s premier spirit and beer brands are raising the bar with a stable of exquisite limited-edition releases. World-class artistic collaborations that blend the world of spirits and couture together bring limited-edition, collector’s items bottles, mini kegs for reunion dinners or gifts, and even up to tech-driven festive quizzes.
You might be looking to be the most gracious host of the year, or perhaps the most memorable gift giver. Either way, here’s a guide on the most prestigious Chinese New Year pours of the season.
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Hennessy
Above "Raise for luck!" (好運乾一杯!) (Image: Hennessy Malaysia)
"Raise for luck!" (好運乾一杯!) (Image: Hennessy Malaysia)
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“Raise for Luck!” is the instruction and the campaign from Hennessy Malaysia this year. In a music video created specifically for the new year, the video features local YouTube sensations, singer Jeryl Lee, DJ Blink, and more. The "Raise for luck!" (好運乾一杯!) campaign is supported with a promotion that offers exclusive prizes, including a 50g gold bar with every purchase of a Hennessy Chinese New Year Limited Edition bottle.
Heineken
Above Be bar ready at home, anytime (Image: Heineken)
Be bar ready at home, anytime (Image: Heineken)
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Be pub-ready for any open house you go to with Heineken’s 5-Litre Draught Home Bar Package for the ultimate set up. Within the package, find five litres in a mini keg for approximately 20 glasses (25cl) of fresh beer, along with two pint glasses and coasters. Find it at major hypermarkets, or order it online and get it delivered via Shopee and Grab.
Royal Salute
Above The special edition bottle, made in collaboration with artist Emily Carter (Image: Royal Salute)
The special edition bottle, made in collaboration with artist Emily Carter (Image: Royal Salute)
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Launching its 21 Year Old Lunar New Year Special Edition, Royal Salute has revealed a collectible gift pack featuring the intricate work of the award-winning British artist, Emily Carter. Weaving in a narrative using bold blooms, fireworks, and butterflies, alongside royal icons like the Tower of London, this blend is housed in a beautiful ruby red flagon with notes of ripened fruits and gentle spice.
Dewar's
Above Dewar's CNY package (Image: Whisky.com)
Dewar's CNY package (Image: Whisky.com)
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To celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse in 2026, Dewar's is marking a rare double milestone: the lunar festivities and the brand’s 180th Anniversary. Since John Dewar founded the company in 1846—also a Fire Horse year—the brand has released a travel-exclusive "Fire Horse Edition" for its prestige Double Double range, featuring the 20, 26, and 30-year-old whiskies available at global travel retail hubs like KLIA. For those looking to stay local, be party ready with the staple CNY reunion of a mahjong set. Find a special bundle of Dewar’s 15 Year Old, a golden liquid with notes of honeyed fruit and vanilla, perfectly accompanied with a limited-edition mahjong set.
Tiger Beer
Launching a digital activation “Together We Roar”, interact with the brand through the Tiger 8 Principle Chatbot Quiz on WhatsApp, with ratings for ambition, relationships, and wealth. Beyond digital reflection, post your results online and stand a chance to win limited edition prizes, including the first ever Tiger x atmos poker set.
Penfolds
A limited-edition Lunar New Year gifting series awaits with Penfolds, featuring their most expansive collection yet. Their labels are laden in bespoke packaging inspired by the traditional art of Chinese paper cutting, led by their flagship Grange 2021, with other featured wines including their Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz, FWT 585, and St Henri Shiraz. If you're interested in trying out their wines, Mercato in TRX is holding an exclusive wine tasting, with tickets running out fast!
Johnnie Walker Blue Label
Above Johnnie Walker Blue Label will now be housed in the incredible craftsmanship of Robert Wun (Image: Johnnie Walker)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label will now be housed in the incredible craftsmanship of Robert Wun (Image: Johnnie Walker)
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Collaborating with world-renowned haute couturier Robert Wun, Johnnie Walker Blue Label has released a limited-edition collection for the upcoming new year. Merging the worlds of haute couture and impeccable whisky, this collaboration houses a velvety sooth and vibrant Scotch blend, made with incredible layers of flavours, including some casks from ghost distilleries.
Keandra's expertise lies within writing deep dives into the culture and anthropology of food, sometimes with a philosophical twist. With a background in London's F&B consultancy scene, she's excited to be back in Kuala Lumpur to champion the local dining scene.
Reach her at keandra.hing@tatlerasia.com, @keandruh
