Do you see yourself as a novice when it comes to single malt whisky? When you see all the different brand and ages of whisky, do you feel intimidated? Or are you someone who enjoys a ‘wee dram’ but doesn’t know much more about it? Would you like to know more about single malt whiskies? Have you ever … Read more...
Speyside Single Malt Whisky
Speyside Whisky | Single Malt Whisky
Speyside whisky is some of the best examples of single malt whisky from Scotland. Speyside single malt whisky is produced in an area of Scotland that is home to the most famous Scotch whisky distilleries in the world. Some of the most popular Speyside whiskies you may have heard of are single malts … Read more...
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Ancient Whisky Distilleries You Can Still Visit Today
The history of Scotch whisky distilling goes back centuries. You can trace whisky making in Scotland to the end of the 15th century. In the 17th century, the introduction of tax on Scotch whisky drove much of the whisky industry underground. It is claimed that the oldest distillery in Scotland is … [Read More...]
How to Store Single Malt Whisky
Knowing how to properly store single malt whisky is essential if you collect single malts. Keeping unopened bottles of single malt whisky for years means storing whisky at the right temperature and out of direct sunlight. Failure to store single malt whisky properly can result in your investment becoming part of the ‘angel’s share’. Investing […]
Ardbeg Whisky Distillers Produce First Whisky Vapour For Cocktails
Islay single malt whisky distillers, Ardbeg create a whisky vapour. It’s created in a special carafe. Special droplets in the carafe turn the whisky to vapour when vibrated. Always looking to come up with something new, single malt whisky makers – Ardbeg have produced the first whisky vapour. The special mist is whisky that has […]
Glenfiddich to Use Cider Brandy Barrels
Always looking for something intuitive, whisky producers Glenfiddich are going to start using Somerset cider brandy barrels to mature their whisky. Based in Martock, The Somerset Cider Brandy Company has supplied the Glenfiddich with enough barrels to store around 1,800 gallons of whisky. That’s about 18 barrels, or around 18,000 bottles of single malt whisky. […]
Johnnie Walker Red Label Revamped
Johnnie Walker Red Label has never been up there with the best blended Scotch whiskies. Compared to other cheaper blended whiskies it’s quite a bit sharper. However, the owners of Johnnie Walker, Diageo, have decided to start a new marketing campaign to promote Red Label in duty free outlets. The bottle has a new shape […]