Creating high-end product photography for reflective and transparent objects like spirits requires absolute mastery of studio lighting. 

The final, flawless image is never a single shot but a precise composite built from multiple exposures, each dedicated to perfecting one detail—from the golden glow of the liquid to the sheen of the metallic label. 

This method, based on meticulous light shaping, ensures commercial-grade quality.

The bottle's form is defined by a side light diffused through plexiglass. Positioning the diffusion material extremely close creates a long, sharp highlight that beautifully sculpts the curved glass.

A background of wavy fabric is used to add luxury and texture, enhanced by a separate background light.

For separation, a focused rim light is added to the bottle's edge, often narrowed using foam core to control the light spill.

To illuminate the liquid from within, the Golden Reflector Trick is employed: a small, gold reflector is hidden directly behind the bottle. 

It bounces the main side light back, generating a rich, internal golden glow in the whiskey—a technique superior to simply overexposing the background.

Illuminating the metallic label without harsh reflections requires a final, dedicated shot. A large, white reflector with a cut-out hole is placed in front of the lens. 

Shooting through the hole provides perfectly flat, even light across the label's entire surface, eliminating unwanted shadows and ensuring flawless detail. 

The final photograph is a meticulous composite of all these perfectly lit elements.