La Maison du Whisky
La Maison du Whisky
About La Maison du Whisky
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 catalogue encompasses thousands of expressions, with particular strength in Scotch single malts, Japanese whisky, and rare independent bottlings. Beyond whisky, LMDW maintains an extensive selection of rum, cognac, armagnac, and other fine spirits - demonstrating their broader role as one of France's most respected specialist spirits merchants.
Artist Collective & exclusive bottlings
LMDW is a bottler in their own right, with established series such as the Artist Collective - hand-selected single casks chosen by their in-house team - alongside regular distillery collaborations and exclusive festival releases. These bottles are highly sought-after and frequently 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 supplies bars, restaurants, and specialist retailers across France and beyond.
Delivery
- Ships to HK & worldwide
- Estimated delivery: €20