With the allure of whisky touching historic peaks, distilleries in Scotland are banding together, crafting intriguing regional itineraries that cater to the inquisitive tourist. Kirsten Amor highlights the community approach’s benefits for the industry and aficionados. The Lure of Scotland’s Distilleries The 19th-century whisky chronicler, Alfred Barnard, invested two yearsContinue Reading
Whiskey’s Oats Revival Keep oats in mind. Perhaps you’ve consumed it in the form of oat milk lattes or breakfast cereal. Which one, though? In the world of whisky, this humble grain is making a comeback. This is no modest comeback; rather, it is a full-fledged concert tour. Irish Whiskey’sContinue Reading
Whisky maturation in oak barrels is an age-old process that combines art and science. The interaction between the whisky and the cask results in something more than just spirit. It gains value as a historical artifact, a treasure for the ages, and a potential financial asset. In this article, we’llContinue Reading
The iconic whisky brand Johnnie Walker has introduced Johnnie Walker Blonde, which marks a bold new direction for the company. Johnnie Walker’s New Blonde This one-of-a-kind whisky is the result of the combined talents of expert blending Emma Walker and master whisky maker George Harper. Their know-how, along with ingredientsContinue Reading
Think of the dedication and skill needed to make a spirit that needs nearly eight decades to reach full maturity. The 77-year-old whisky released by The Macallan as part of its renowned Red Collection has caused quite a stir in the whisky community. Now that you’ve dug a little deeper,Continue Reading
Because climate change is a big global problem, businesses all over the world have had to change the way they do business. One industry that isn’t living up to this big task is the whisky business, which has a big impact on the environment. The Scottish distillery Bruichladdich is aContinue Reading
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