In cold weather, nothing beats a traditional hot toddy. The ingredients are straightforward: just whisky, honey, lemon juice, and hot water. The flavor of a Hot Toddy can be greatly improved by using high-quality whisky, although there are many alternative ways to make this beverage. The British ruled India inContinue Reading
It’s not sinful to mix whisky and Coke, despite what many purists might have you believe. Why Mix Coke With Whiskey? Whisky and Coke may be a basic cocktail, but the winning flavor combination has made it a worldwide phenomenon. It’s one of the simplest mixes to create, and whenContinue Reading
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
From peaty scotch to smooth bourbon, the magic largely happens in those iconic stills. But did you know that the shape of a whisky still plays a pivotal role in the spirit’s final flavor? The Science Behind the Shape At the heart of the distillation process, the still is taskedContinue 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
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
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
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