If you enjoy peated whisky is there a better place to start than the classic ten year old from Ardbeg? Personally I prefer unpeated whisky but there is so much to love about this whisky from the south coast of Islay. The Ardbeg distillery shares just two miles of this coastline with the Lagavulin and Laphroaig distilleries and stands as one of these three peat powerhouses renowned around the world…

The Cragganmore distillery is part of the huge Diageo group. It is a widely believed that most of the whisky they produce is used in some of Diageo’s blended whiskies, Johnnie Walker Black Label, Old Parr and White Horse to name a few, for the export market. However they do have some single malt expressions sold under the Cragganmore name, including this 12 year aged one…

Macallan is renowned for its commitment to craftsmanship, quality and the luxury market, has created a whisky delivering a tasting experience that reflects the brand’s commitment to its values. While Macallan whiskies are often hailed as icons in the Scottish whisky industry, I find myself grappling with a sense of conflict. For me whisky is raw, sturdy and accessible, qualities that seem somewhat absent in this particular dram…

Welcome, Whisky Centurions, to a journey into the world of Benriach, where tradition meets innovation in a harmonious blend known as The Original Ten. This single malt expression encapsulates the essence of Speyside craftsmanship, offering a tantalising experience for the seasoned aficionados as well as newcomers…

Today we’re diving into an intriguing whisky. Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair (pronounced ‘Bunn-na-ha-venn Stew-rahdur) is an unusual whisky. The dark-glass bottle gives away nothing of liquid inside but this is a captivating single malt with promises of maritime allure. It oozes character and distinguishes itself from many of its peers…

Ditch the routine chocolates and get ready to embark on a spirited advent journey through the world of whisky (well, maybe keep a few chocolates to nibble on with your dram)! In a world bursting with options, there are now endless ways to countdown the days through the festive season. In this blog post, I’ve gathered what I believe to be the cream of the crop when it comes to whisky advent calendars in 2023…

Today, we're raising our glasses to a game-changer (for me any way!) in the world of whisky appreciation—the Glencairn Whisky Glass. Crafted with precision and passion, this glass is not just a vessel; it accentuates the appreciation for the dream in front of you…

A review of the Auchentoshan Three Wood whisky. A dark and sumptuous dram

What better way to kick off this journey of rediscovery than by celebrating my everyday favourite? Since it replaced the 10 year old expression in 2020, Aberlour 12 year old has firmly established itself as one of the quintessential Speyside whiskies…