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
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