La Maison du Whisky - often shortened to LMDW - was founded in Paris in 1956 by Georges Bénitah, making it one of the oldest dedicated whisky retailers in the world. Now operated by the Bénitah family into its third generation, LMDW has expanded from a small Parisian boutique into France's most influential whisky importer and a key reference point for collectors throughout Europe.
What they stock
The catalog covers thousands of expressions, with particular strength in Scotch single malts, Japanese whisky, and rare independent bottlings. Beyond whisky, LMDW stocks an extensive selection of rum, cognac, armagnac, and other fine spirits - reflecting their broader role as one of France's most respected specialty spirits merchants.
Artist Collective & exclusive bottlings
LMDW is a bottler in their own right, with long-running series such as the Artist Collective - hand-selected single casks chosen by their in-house team - alongside frequent distillery collaborations and exclusive festival releases. These bottles are highly sought-after and regularly appear in the secondary market at significant premiums.
Japanese whisky specialist
LMDW played a pivotal role in introducing Japanese whisky to European drinkers, with exclusive import relationships covering Nikka, Chichibu, and many of the category's most celebrated producers. Their annual Whisky Live Paris is one of the largest consumer whisky events in continental Europe.
Retail & distribution
Alongside whisky.fr, LMDW operates flagship boutiques in Paris (Carrefour de l'Odéon and Rue d'Anjou), Singapore, and Nyon, and distributes to bars, restaurants, and specialty retailers across France and beyond.
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