Opinion & Debate

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The way I see it... 09 September 2019

Scotch makers mustn’t get too greedy

Producers should focus on giving great value rather than hiking up prices, says Rupert Patrick.
The way I see it... 05 August 2019

Automation puts whisky skills at risk

Technology doesn’t improve all aspects of whisky making, says Knockdhu’s Gordon Bruce.
The way I see it... 06 June 2019

Bringing women into the whisky business

If we want more women in whisky, says Ncn’ean’s Annabel Thomas, we must drop the clichés.
The way I see it... 16 April 2019

Stop drinking whisky like a cowboy

Take your time and show your dram more respect, says Dalmore blender Richard Paterson.
The way I see it... 20 March 2019

The price of Islay’s whisky success

Islanders are increasingly conflicted about the impact of the whisky boom, says Scott MacCallum.
The way I see it... 11 March 2019

Barley innovation is key to whisky’s future

The future of single malt lies in its raw ingredients, says Westland’s Matt Hofmann.
The way I see it... 12 February 2019

Let’s end colour prejudice in whisky

Just because a whisky is pale, argues Cara Laing, that doesn’t make it less interesting.
The way I see it... 10 January 2019

Don’t let the vintage malt die off

Vintage malts allow for a greater number of whisky styles than age statements, argues Ronnie Cox.
The way I see it... 28 November 2018

America’s age statement obsession is fading

American whiskey drinkers are becoming less concerned with age, says Kings County’s Colin Spoelman.
The way I see it... 29 October 2018

Clichéd whisky bars need a wake up call

Unimaginative, archaic whisky bars are in desperate need of a reality check, argues Alex Mennie.
The way I see it... 10 July 2018

Stop idolising single cask whiskies

Not all single cask whiskies live up to the romantic ideals they represent, writes Joe Rogers.
The way I see it... 02 July 2018

Is cannabis whisky on the way?

As Canada legalises recreational cannabis, how will whisky distillers react?
The way I see it... 22 March 2018

Standing up for blended Scotch

As blends continue to lose ground in the US, who’s to blame? And what’s the solution?
The way I see it... 18 January 2018

Adding water to whisky: let’s get it right

We obsess over every detail of our favourite whisky, so why not do the same with water?
The way I see it... 06 December 2017

Why ‘lost’ whiskies should never be blended

Treat closed distilleries with respect, says Angus MacRaild: bottle them as single malts.
The way I see it... 26 October 2017

Why aren't whisky and gin taxed like beer?

British craft brewers are benefiting from tax relief, so why aren’t small distillers?
The way I see it... 21 September 2017

Are we being priced out of whisky?

The cost of rare Scotch is taking it beyond the means of many consumers, argues Angus MacRaild.
The way I see it... 11 September 2017

Stop abusing the word ‘Masterclass’

With festival season under way, a ‘whisky veteran’ laments the lazy use of the M-word.
The way I see it... 14 August 2017

Whisky myths and cliches? I blame the brands

Brand ambassadors propagate whisky mythology, rather than dispel it, argues David Tjeder.
The way I see it... 30 May 2017

Do regional flavours still exist in whisky?

Can Scotch be categorised into ‘typical’ Speyside, Highland and Island flavours?
The way I see it... 18 May 2017

Whisky’s ‘elitist snobbery’: a response

After a call for inclusivity from ‘A Whisky Insider’ last month, here’s an alternative view.
The way I see it... 24 April 2017

Whisky’s elitist snobbery must stop

Let’s celebrate diversity and inclusiveness instead, says a Whisky Insider.
The way I see it... 23 February 2017

Why I dislike cask strength whisky

Leave it to distillers to add just the right amount of water to your whisky, says Martine Nouet.
The way I see it... 31 December 2016

Thoughts on Hogmanay

As 2016 passes, let’s explore the roots of New Year celebrations – and how times have changed.
The way I see it... 14 December 2016

All that’s wrong with sulphur in whisky

Much like Marmite, sulphur-based aromas such as struck matches leave whisky drinkers divided.
The way I see it... 16 August 2016

Don’t replace education with experiences

Whisky brands must always be mindful of the need for education over lifestyle experiences.
The way I see it... 27 June 2016

Fixation on wood has gone too far

While wood is vital in flavouring whisky, it cannot take all the credit, says Angus MacRaild.
The way I see it... 20 June 2016

Canada’s Scotch snub to local whisky makers

Why did the Speaker of Canada’s House of Commons choose a Speyside malt as his ‘official’ whisky?
The way I see it... 02 June 2016

Why distilleries have cupolas – not pagodas

You know those pagodas you see at most malt distilleries? They’re not pagodas at all. Here’s why.
The way I see it... 16 March 2016

Don’t treat malt whiskies as ‘brands’

The b-word sits uneasily on single malt products and should be avoided, says Charles MacLean.
The way I see it... 05 January 2016

Why whisky does work with food

Impassioned words in favour of using whisky in food from our resident expert, Martine Nouet.
The way I see it... 14 December 2015

Let’s end this 'craft' balderdash

Johnnie Walker a 'craft' whisky? Things are getting out of hand, says Tim Forbes. Time for a ban?
The way I see it... 18 November 2015

The age-old problem of NAS whisky

Stock issues? Modern marketing techniques? Whatever the reasons for NAS, Neil Wilson isn’t happy.
The way I see it... 25 September 2015

What's wrong with sulphur in whisky?

Sulphur in whisky: massive screw-up or blown out of all proportion? It’s a matter of taste…
The way I see it... 08 August 2015

Stop chill-filtering whisky

Malt aficionados rail against chill filtration of Scotch whisky. So why is it still so commonplace?
The way I see it... 08 August 2015

Whisky should not be cooked with food

Matching whisky with food is one thing; using whisky in food quite another. Why bother?

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