The magic of whisky, for many, isn’t just about the amber-hued liquid itself but also about the vessel from which it’s sipped. Sure, you could pour your favorite spirit into any old container, but when you’re aiming for a refined experience, the shape, weight, and design of the glass matterContinue Reading
I have mentioned the idea that normal release spirits, and some prestige instances, are of sufficient quality and price that one need not spend extra money on the so-called “unicorn whiskies,” both here and elsewhere. Though intriguing, you need not spend hundreds to get a good drink. No, you don’t,Continue Reading
The 23-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky from the Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve set a new auction record at Sotheby’s. The price increase from the initial estimate of $3,000 to the final sale price of $52,500 shocked everyone. This article provides an in-depth look at this incredible occurrence. A LineageContinue Reading
When isn’t a Macallan a Macallan… but is it a Macallan? It’s a whisky that was made and (mostly) aged by The Macallan, but an independent bottler gave it a second aging and bottled it. In this case, the independent bottler in question is Duncan Taylor, which was started inContinue Reading
To protect the seas that have played such a significant role in their history, Talisker has collaborated with the non-profit ocean conservation group Parley for the Oceans to produce a one-of-a-kind whisky called Forests of the Deep. This limited edition single malt, Talisker’s oldest expression to date, was aged inContinue Reading
This year marks the triumphant return to Scotland of the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, one of the world’s largest whisky festivities. After a hiatus that mirrored global anxiety, the festival has returned; yet, this is more than a mere celebration of whisky; it is a symbol of fortitude, unity,Continue Reading
Keeping your weight at a healthy level is important year-round, but especially so during the holiday season. Even when we fill ourselves like a Christmas goose, we still need to be mindful of our calorie consumption in other ways. One approach to do this is to learn the nutritional valueContinue Reading
whiskey has a robust flavor and should be tried by everyone. whiskey tasting isn’t exactly rocket science, but there is more to it than meets the eye. This article will assist you to pick up on scents and flavor characteristics in whiskey whether you want to drink it neat orContinue Reading
Irish whiskey has been consumed by many people for millennia. “whiskey” (or “whiskey”) is a slang term for any grain-based distilled liquor, including but not limited to whiskey, bourbon, and rye. To be called ‘whiskey’ in Ireland, a distilled spirit must first be blended with unmalted barley and then distilledContinue Reading
Register to receive a whiskey surprise box if you consider yourself a whiskey connoisseur, enjoy a good challenge, and appreciate the excitement of the unexpected. You can’t sign up for a service like this without wondering if you’re making the right choice and if it will be worth it in theContinue Reading