Have you ever noticed the shiny medals on some whiskey labels while browsing the shelves of your local liquor store? Those medals are more than just decorative elements. They signify recognition, but does this mean the whisky is truly exceptional? The Medal System Demystified When you see a whiskey sportingContinue Reading

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

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

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

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