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From the editors
03 May 2017
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08 March 2017
Ardbeg moments with Mickey Heads
As the Islay distillery’s manager marks 10 years at the helm, Richard Woodard looks back.
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From the editors
17 October 2017
Distillery revivals and the single malt boom
With Port Ellen, Brora and Rosebank set to reopen, Dave Broom looks at the broader context.
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From the editors
30 August 2017
Remembering Michael Jackson 10 years on
A decade after his untimely death, Dave Broom pays tribute to the legendary whisky and beer writer.
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From the editors
23 January 2019
Remembering Gérard Basset OBE
The great sommelier proved you can combine ambition and drive with humility, says Richard Woodard.
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From the editors
01 August 2018
Whisky, cliché and the real Scotland
Clichés are rooted in truth, says Dave Broom, so don’t ignore them – but look beyond them.
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From the editors
23 May 2018
The heart and the head
In the quest for whisky information, says Dave Broom, never neglect the power of emotion.
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From the editors
25 April 2018
Whisky’s moments of revelation
The curious tale of a manatee reminds Dave Broom of whisky’s power to conjure an epiphany.
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From the editors
18 September 2015
Outlander
Long-haul flights prompt reflections on what it is to be Scottish – and what it is to be Scotch.
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From the editors
07 July 2016
Brexit: oh, the irony
The Scotch industry needs to think hard and fast about its future post-Brexit, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
07 December 2016
Shipbuilding and whisky: history’s lessons
Don’t forget the employees working tirelessly behind the scenes of distilleries, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
12 July 2017
The joy of consensus
All branches of the drinks trade are now aiming at common goals, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
25 October 2017
Do whisky writers dream of electric soup?
Blade Runner 2049 has Dave Broom questioning the reliability of aroma memories.
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From the editors
29 November 2017
Whisky’s rebels without a clue
A rose-tinted view of Scotch’s ‘outlaw’ history is pure marketing BS, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
11 April 2018
Alfred Barnard: the first whisky blogger?
Richard Woodard vents his frustration at the legendary writer’s shortcomings.
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From the editors
07 November 2018
Storytelling brings whisky to life
The very best of whisky exists on a ‘higher level of bullshit’, writes Dave Broom.
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From the editors
01 May 2019
Whisky lives in the ‘now’
An evening with the great Sir Ian McKellen reminds Richard Woodard of whisky’s immediacy.
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From the editors
19 June 2019
Whisky’s identity lies in the landscape
Single malt is more than a spirit; it’s a sum of environment and culture, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
02 February 2017
Scotch, symbols and ‘special friendships’
Dave Broom deliberates the symbolic meaning behind gifting a quaich to the new US President.
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From the editors
26 June 2019
Secrets of the forest
How long does it take to make a whisky cask? More than 200 years, as Richard Woodard discovers.
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From the editors
20 August 2015
A jolly good(wood) drive
What has driving a handbuilt wooden car around Goodwood race track have to do with whisky?
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From the editors
25 January 2019
How can a whisky be worth $60,000?
Macallan’s 72 Year Old has Dave Broom wondering if some whisky is deserving of a high price.
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From the editors
04 August 2015
Scotch's future
Geopolitical risk and economic stagnation have hit Scotch’s export numbers. Is America the answer?
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From the editors
25 July 2018
Let experiences shape your palate
Engaging with the world around you can help heighten your whisky experience, writes Dave Broom.
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From the editors
19 April 2017
Let’s tear walls down – not build more
Rather than easing our fears, barriers only encourage them to multiply, says Richard Woodard.
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From the editors
21 July 2015
Win-win
News from Tales of the Cocktail that chief engineer Dave Broom has won not one but two Spirited ...
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From the editors
15 May 2019
The joy of sharing music and whisky
Through sharing our passions we can rediscover why we first fell in love, says Becky Paskin.
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From the editors
21 October 2015
Back to the Future Day
The world has changed since Marty McFly first graced our screens; it has for whisky at any rate.
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From the editors
06 April 2016
Bagpipes at dawn
Bagpiper, McDowell’s and the SWA acting as ‘cultural shock troops’. Where will it all end?
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From the editors
05 April 2017
Not every whisky can be a Macallan
And, according to Richard Woodard, most single malts shouldn’t even try.
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From the editors
04 July 2015
Silo thinking
Jacques Tati, silo thinking and corporate fragmentation: why they matter to Scotch
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From the editors
03 August 2016
Rediscovering Bobby Burns
A jaunt around New York uncovers a forgotten Scotch cocktail classic that’s due a revival.
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From the editors
13 April 2016
Sleazy, Coil and Compass Box
A mysterious algorithm conjures a link between the transparency-loving blender and psychedelia.
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From the editors
16 September 2016
Don’t turn your nose up at ‘standard’ Scotch
Indian drinkers have embraced ‘standard’ whiskies, and Scotch should do the same, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
29 November 2016
It’s not closing time... yet
Don’t call last orders just yet, says Dave Broom, for there’s hope to be found in music and whisky.
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From the editors
20 September 2017
Raasay distillery: a sense of place
The opening of the Isle of Raasay distillery reminds Dave Broom of the importance of community.
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From the editors
06 December 2017
A celebration of individual identity
When whisky enters the luxury sphere, says Richard Woodard, it should do so on its own terms.
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From the editors
04 April 2018
Schrödinger’s whisky: the genuine fake
When is a fake not a fake? Dave Broom tells a tangled tale of a 1977 bottle of Highland Park.
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From the editors
18 April 2018
The evolution of the whisky landscape
Dave Broom reflects on the shift in seasons, and maturation of the modern whisky drinker.
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From the editors
14 November 2018
Stop analysing whisky and just enjoy it
Like art, we need to stop analysing whisky to really appreciate it, writes Becky Paskin.
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From the editors
28 November 2018
Cognac’s lesson for single malt lovers
A visit to Cognac reminds Richard Woodard that ‘single’ malts aren’t quite what they seem.
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From the editors
24 July 2019
Whisky marketing can’t live in the past
Pure Scot’s ‘puerile’ Instagram posts look depressingly familiar, says Richard Woodard.
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From the editors
14 August 2019
Whisky innovation depends on drinkers
A recent Instagram post has Dave Broom redefining the success of distillery innovations.
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From the editors
04 September 2019
Scottish oak’s bright yet uncertain future
Scotland’s native oak must be nurtured if it’s to be used for whisky-making, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
09 October 2015
Let's hear it for the ladies
With more women than ever enjoying a wee dram why does gender stereotyping still exist at all?
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From the editors
01 March 2017
There’s a big whisky world out there
It’s time for Scotchwhisky.com to branch out into the wider whisky realm, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
19 February 2016
Transparency revisited
Compass Box has revealed its hand: transparency’s ‘Third Option’. And now? Over to the industry…
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From the editors
24 August 2016
Sense and Sensibility
Listen to ‘expert’ advice but trust your own instincts when tasting whisky, urges Dave Broom.
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01 November 2017
Whisky innovation’s future is down to chance
Danish creativity reminds Dave Broom that the course of whisky innovation never has run smooth.
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From the editors
20 August 2015
Scotch and gin
Gin is hot – and Scottish distillers are cashing in. But the links between the two spirits run deep…
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From the editors
22 October 2015
In Search of Joy
In a joyless age, is whisky allowed to make us smile? Sober thoughts on booze and happiness.
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12 November 2015
Peacocks
Thoughts from a Washington DC museum trip on the collision of money and art, patronage and ...
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24 May 2016
The long road to Islay
Planes, trains and automobiles as Dave Broom leaves County Cork for the pleasures of Port Ellen.
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08 June 2016
Kilchoman’s lessons for whisky start-ups
The construction and early life of the Islay distillery is part cautionary tale, part inspiration.
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From the editors
27 September 2016
The ghosts of Scotch whisky’s past
A Brighton bat walk stirs thoughts of silent stills and dormant distilleries in Dave Broom.
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From the editors
18 August 2017
What are whisky brand ambassadors good for?
Ambassadors have a commitment to whisky, which is why getting their brand message right is so vital.
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From the editors
29 April 2016
Spirit of Speyside: The Living Past
Archives and a liquid Speyside ramble illustrate how the past persists and informs the present.
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From the editors
05 June 2018
Top 10 tips for surviving Fèis Ìle
Reflecting on a busy Islay Festival 2018, Becky Paskin presents her ultimate survival guide.
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From the editors
04 September 2015
The name game
A 75-year-old Mortlach raises questions of perceived identity, character and the passage of time.
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From the editors
06 November 2015
A twisted little number
The tyranny of figures – and a further explanation of the scoring system used for our tasting notes.
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From the editors
11 May 2016
Confusion over ‘single estate’ whisky
An undefined term and a path toward too much choice will complicate an already complex industry.
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From the editors
01 September 2016
Where’s all the beer-finished whisky?
Whisky and beer share common ingredients and flavours, so why aren’t there more collaborations?
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From the editors
16 December 2016
Remembering Wallace Milroy
The knowledge and kindness Wallace Milroy afforded Dave Broom will be a lasting memory.
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From the editors
15 March 2017
Barley: the bread and butter of whisky
Flavour and efficiency are not enemies; embrace the evolution of barley, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
09 August 2017
A postcard from Islay
For whisky fans and Hebridean seabirds alike, aromas evoke special memories, discovers Dave Broom.
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From the editors
16 August 2017
Why can’t whisky be like usquebaugh?
Dave Broom wonders why whisky doesn’t embrace the floral flavours found in ancient Scottish spirit.
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From the editors
03 January 2018
Like life, whisky shouldn't be rushed
As the new year dawns, Dave Broom ponders the value of moving slowly – for people and whisky.
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From the editors
20 February 2018
Drinking whisky: the ultimate winter sport
As the Winter Olympics dominates our TV screens, Dave Broom celebrates whisky’s vital role.
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From the editors
29 August 2018
Whisky in the golden hour
Whisky, like music, has the power to evoke a visceral response in us, writes Dave Broom.
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From the editors
12 December 2018
Whisky’s shifting balance of power
In Scotch whisky and in the wider world, says Richard Woodard, nothing lasts forever.
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From the editors
13 March 2019
Extreme whisky tasting in Glencoe
Dave Broom joined an expedition of whisky lovers on an icy mountain for an unusual launch.
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From the editors
22 May 2019
Whisky is a whole sensory experience
A trip to Japan reminds Dave Broom how all our senses influence our appreciation of whisky.
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From the editors
17 July 2019
Preserve the craft of whisky-making
A day of scything reminds Dave Broom that some whisky-making skills should stay unchanged.
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From the editors
10 September 2019
The unpredictable world of new distilleries
Large or small, new whisky ventures can be capricious creatures, says Richard Woodard.
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From the editors
20 February 2017
The importance of whisky archives
How can it be that in an industry with so much history, Scotch whisky archives are so scarce?
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From the editors
13 September 2017
Is perfume the new whisky?
Dave Broom discovers shifting sands in the culture of perfume making and asks what whisky can learn.
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From the editors
17 August 2016
Home thoughts from abroad
Dave Broom ponders the relationship between Sherry and Scotch whisky in sunny Spain.
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From the editors
15 November 2017
The transportive power of whisky
Whisky has the power to transport us through time, but it’s a matter of chance, says Dave Broom.
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From the editors
08 July 2015
Mill's Bomb
The mysterious story – and equally mysterious whisky – of one Corporal Mill.
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13 February 2019
Why foreign owners are good for Scotch
A hike in Tuscany reminds Richard Woodard of the benefits of overseas investment in whisky.
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28 March 2018
Scores: the ‘sat nav’ of whisky appreciation
They serve a purpose, says Dave Broom, but discourage us from exploring the wider world.
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26 September 2019
Zagatti Collection book series released
The five-book compendium details the 3,000 rare whiskies in the famous collection.
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07 November 2016
Glen Grant backs Andy Murray sainthood bid
Speyside single malt wants Pope Francis to recognise new world number one tennis player.
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07 November 2016
Black Bowmore: from cask to cult whisky
Dave Broom looks back at the now complete single malt collection’s ascent to cult whisky status.
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13 December 2016
Obituary: Wallace Milroy (1931-2016)
A passionate advocate of Scotch single malt, his name will always be associated with a shop in Soho.
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06 July 2017
Could this little black box end fake whisky?
This small black box could be a game-changer in the fight against counterfeit whisky.
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16 December 2015
Scotch whisky returns to the Borders
Get the full lowdown on three distillery projects earmarked for Jedburgh, Hawick and Peebles.
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25 July 2019
Is this a golden age for whisky archaeology?
The years to come could shed a new light on the dark early days of Scotch whisky making.
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29 December 2017
The 10 most read Scotch stories of 2017
Counting down the big news items that made the headlines on Scotchwhisky.com this year.
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31 December 2018
The 10 most read whisky stories of 2018
The biggest news items of the year, as featured on the pages of Scotchwhisky.com.
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24 February 2017
Obituary: Silvano Samaroli (1939-2017)
The revered independent bottler will be remembered as a ‘legend’ of the whisky world.
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31 December 2015
The 10 most read Scotch stories of 2015
Scotchwhisky.com may only have been in operation for three months, but what a year it’s been.
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12 April 2016
Indian whisky: why it matters to Scotch
Diageo’s Indian whisky brands have had their export wings trimmed – but does the deal go far enough?
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31 May 2017
Is whisky really a recycling villain?
The industry has made great strides in environmental matters, but packaging challenges remain.
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19 June 2019
Scotch whisky’s new rules explained
The range of casks that can be used to age Scotch is now wider – but the rules remain tight.
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03 August 2016
Obituary: Evan Cattanach (1935-2016)
From managing Cardhu to his pioneering ambassadorial work, a great Scotch whisky character recalled.
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08 October 2019
How will US tariffs affect Scotch whisky?
Distillers face the threat of a 25% tariff on single malt exports as a trade war escalates.
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17 February 2017
Obituary: Dr Jim Swan (1941-2017)
The ‘ultimate whisky troubleshooter’, he lent his expertise to distilleries all over the world.
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02 March 2016
Scotch whisky exports: ripe for recovery?
After three consecutive years of shipment declines, where does the industry go from here?
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20 February 2017
Single malt spearheads export resurgence
Scotch whisky exports bounced back last year, thanks largely to single malt and the US market.
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26 May 2016
Does EU membership benefit Scotch whisky?
Assessing the pros and cons of being part of the European Union for the Scotch whisky industry.
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18 July 2017
Macallan’s new distillery: the story so far
The challenges of building a £100m new distillery, by the man who came up with the idea.
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14 April 2016
The truth about the Scotch whisky shortage
Media reports tell of a single malt Scotch whisky ‘drought’, but the facts tell a different story.
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02 November 2018
Whistlepig distiller Dave Pickerell dies
The renowned American whiskey maker has passed away unexpectedly in San Francisco.
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14 June 2018
Higginbottom whisky brand revived
Four single cask bottlings have been released by the whisky maker’s great-great-grandson.
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05 August 2016
Laphroaig welcomes your honest opinions
The search is on to find the most creative, humorous and honest views about the whisky brand.
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13 December 2017
Daftmill set to release first whisky
The Lowland distillery will bottle its first malt more than a decade after it was founded.
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08 November 2017
Gartbreck distillery plans could be revived
The resolution of a land dispute at the Islay site looks set to resurrect the project.
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24 January 2018
Zagatti Collection to go on public display
The whisky collection will be exhibited in a Dutch museum due to open later this year.
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30 April 2018
Daftmill Inaugural Release to be balloted
The first single malt from Daftmill distillery will be sold in a randomly allocated ballot.
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22 May 2019
Hunter Laing launches Scarabus for Fèis Ìle
The ‘mysterious’ whisky is the first expression in Hunter Laing’s new range.
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07 October 2016
SMWS plans Europe-wide expansion
France relaunch is society’s bridgehead to expand its activities across continental Europe.
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06 December 2018
Glenfarclas reveals £100k Family Cask Trunk
The Glenfarclas Family Cask Trunk features vintages spanning five decades.
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13 July 2017
Dunrobin distillery seeks investment
Funding round looks to raise £5.5m to build whisky and gin distillery in castle grounds.
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23 September 2019
Cask experiments unveiled at Whisky Show
Sample exclusive maturation experiments at the London Whisky Show with Scotchwhisky.com.
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12 November 2015
Protest halts rare whisky label auction
Three lots of rare whisky labels have been withdrawn from auction following protests on Facebook.
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19 March 2019
Mortlach unveils 47 Year Old for £10,000
Only 94 bottles of the oldest whisky from the ‘Beast of Dufftown’ have been released.
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28 April 2016
Dave Broom named 2016 Speyside Ambassador
Scotchwhisky.com’s chief engineer has been recognised for his contribution to the whisky region.
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07 December 2016
Toulvaddie distillery claims historic first
The new Highland distillery is believed to be the first solely founded by a woman.
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17 December 2018
Tomatin 50 is distillery’s oldest whisky
Tomatin 50 Year Old is the Highland distillery’s oldest bottling to date.
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19 July 2019
Holyrood Distillery reveals opening date
The first malt distillery to operate in Edinburgh in nearly a century will open this summer.
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04 March 2019
Diageo hires first female cooper apprentices
Two women have been accepted on Diageo’s four-year coopering apprenticeship in Scotland.
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20 May 2019
Rolling Stones whisky leads Bonhams auction
The rock group’s anniversary blend will be sold alongside salvaged Whisky Galore! bottles.
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15 April 2019
Lindores’ Thabill honours chess tournament
The spirit release highlights the distillery’s unusual 500-year-old chess connection.
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24 May 2018
Whisky Galore! island plans £10m distillery
The South Uist plant signals whisky’s return to the area for the first time since 1844.
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02 June 2017
DFS launches global Whiskey Festival
From the US to Asia and the Middle East, the event will offer up to 100 whiskies to taste.
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04 April 2017
Bowman attempts distillery visits record
World Whisky Day founder plans to visit 60 Scotch distilleries in a day for charity.
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07 June 2017
Distillery Challenge raises £10k for charity
A total of 55 bottles were collected for the raffle during the Great Whisky Distillery Challenge.
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05 September 2016
Richard Paterson celebrates 50th anniversary
‘The nose’ will celebrate five decades in the whisky industry with a global tasting tour.
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25 April 2017
Sheep Dip and Pig’s Nose unveil new designs
The new packaging aims to highlight each blended whisky’s ‘craft credentials’.
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22 June 2016
GlenWyvis nears crowdfunding deadline
First community-owned Scotch whisky distillery enters final crowdfunding push.
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13 September 2016
James Eadie whisky brand resurrected
The 160-year-old Scotch brand is being relaunched by the founder’s great-great-grandson.
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26 January 2017
Diageo Scotch brands bounce back in China
World’s biggest Scotch whisky company returns to growth in China following austerity struggles.
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15 June 2018
Royal Salute launches Kew Palace Edition
The 28-year-old blend is designed to evoke the aromas of the palace’s kitchen gardens.
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16 July 2018
Starward ageing charity whisky at sea
The Australian distillery is maturing a cask of whisky aboard a cruise liner.
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13 September 2019
Lagavulin reveals 2019 Jazz Festival malt
A 21-year-old matured in refill and recharred casks celebrates the festival’s 21st anniversary.
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09 August 2017
Crabbie’s owner plans Edinburgh distillery
Halewood International intends to bring Crabbie’s back home with a new distillery in Granton.
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16 January 2018
Johnnie Walker to introduce Jane Walker
The Striding Man has been transformed into the Striding Woman for a new whisky edition.
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30 September 2019
Laphroaig honours Ian Hunter in new series
The former owner’s legacy will be remembered with 15 new single malts presented as chapters.
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06 March 2018
#OurWhisky movement to challenge stereotypes
The movement will tackle ‘out-dated perceptions’ of the stereotypical whisky drinker.
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27 February 2018
Glenmorangie to open secret London speakeasy
The distillery is launching a pop-up bar to celebrate its new limited edition Glenmorangie Spìos.
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23 April 2018
Benromach launches ‘20th anniversary’ whisky
The 19-year-old single malt celebrates the reopening of the Speyside distillery in 1998.
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03 September 2018
Benromach Cask No 1 marks 20th anniversary
The 20-year-old single cask will celebrate 20 years since the distillery’s reopening.
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23 May 2019
Highland Park honours Danish photographer
A 26-year-old single malt whisky celebrates the distillery’s collaboration with Søren Solkær.
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26 July 2019
Jim Beam breaks ground on craft distillery
The small-batch facility is part of a US$60m plan to re-establish the James B. Beam Distilling Co.
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18 October 2018
R&B discontinues Borders grain whisky
The blender has withdrawn its single grain brand after postponing plans for a Borders distillery.
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04 January 2018
Glenmorangie Cadboll debuts in travel retail
The latest whisky to join Glenmorangie’s Legends Collection is inspired by ancient wines.
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03 September 2019
Glenfiddich launches Grand Cru wine finish
The 23-year-old single malt is the first in the Speyside distillery’s new Grand range.
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26 July 2017
New society honours Iain Banks and Scotch
The organisation will celebrate the late Scottish author and his love of single malt.
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04 November 2015
Compass Box: an open letter to the industry
Do Scotch whisky producers want a rule change to allow greater transparency for the consumer?
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04 June 2018
Ben Nevis kicks off Scottish Folklore malts
The 45-year-old single malt launches a series linked to Scottish myths and legends.
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26 November 2018
Lindores Abbey dig unearths historic ‘first’
Remains found at the Fife site could point to Scotland’s earliest site of distillation yet ...
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17 November 2015
Bonhams revives whisky sales in US
Collectible Macallan, Dalmore and Ardbeg all feature in Friday’s 176-lot auction in New York.
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17 October 2016
Booker’s resists Scotch Whisky Bible revival
Scotch returns to the podium in this year’s rundown, but an American rye is Whisky of the Year.
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08 August 2019
Glasgow distillery doubles whisky capacity
The city-based distillery has added two new stills to double its whisky making capacity.
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12 April 2016
Beckham on board for new Haig Club release
Diageo readies a new single grain launch, continuing its tie-in with the former England captain.
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24 October 2016
MacLean picks SMWS bar guest whisky list
Choice of 30 old and rare whiskies are first non-Society bottlings offered at Edinburgh bar.
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10 October 2016
Scotch under the microscope in new TV series
Three-part BBC Scotland programme delves into whisky’s history, science, craft and industry.
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13 August 2015
Dan Jago joins Berry Bros & Rudd as CEO
Berry Bros & Rudd has appointed Dan Jago, former group wine director at Tesco, as its new CEO.
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26 March 2018
Macallan axes 1824 range in global revamp
The colour-focused line-up is cut as part of a rethink of the single malt’s portfolio.
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09 November 2017
Lagavulin 8 Year Old joins core range
The limited-edition expression has won a permanent place in the Islay single malt’s range.
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25 July 2019
Diageo to release The Walking Dead Bourbon
A Kentucky Straight Bourbon inspired by the hit zombie apocalypse series is coming this autumn.
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20 November 2015
The Last Drop releases first single malt
Glen Garioch 1967 bottling marks company’s first foray outside the world of blended Scotch.
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01 March 2016
Lagavulin 8yo bottling marks bicentenary
Famously smoky Islay distillery celebrates 200th birthday with two releases of special expression.
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08 September 2016
Ardbeg hosts ‘intrepid’ survival challenge
Contestants explore ‘essential Islay’ on a three-day survival challenge hosted by the distillery.
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09 September 2016
The whisky advent calendar worth £10,000
Drinks by the Dram calendar contains 24 miniatures of some of the world’s most coveted whiskies.
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18 October 2016
Arran releases second Smugglers’ Series malt
Limited edition single malt whisky aims to celebrate Arran’s illicit whisky-making past.
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11 July 2017
Arran to launch last Smugglers’ Series malt
The Exciseman is the last of the three releases celebrating Arran’s whisky heritage.
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29 June 2018
Last Drop releases Glenrothes 1968 ‘twins’
The two single malts are the first Speyside releases from the rare spirits specialist.
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19 September 2018
Highland Park 50 Year Old unveiled
The Orkney single malt’s oldest release since 2010 is priced at US$15,000 a bottle.
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17 July 2017
Dewar’s Scotch Egg Club in global launch
Events will celebrate the three passions of Tommy Dewar: whisky, games and chicken.
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26 February 2018
Jane Walker whisky launches in US
A female version of Johnnie Walker’s Striding Man will grace bottles in the US.
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02 September 2015
G&M unveils 'most exclusive' whisky
A 75-year-old bottling from Mortlach distillery is hailed as the world's 'most exclusive'.
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01 October 2018
Longmorn 1961 ‘twins’ complete G&M series
The 57-year-old malts, priced at £30,000 a pair, are the oldest Longmorn releases to date.
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Latest news
09 February 2018
Scotch whisky exports hit record high
Overseas shipments reached a new high of £4.36bn in 2017, up by almost 9% on 2016.
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Latest news
08 August 2017
Teaninich opens doors to mark 200th birthday
Tours and tastings will celebrate the Highland distillery’s landmark this Saturday.
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Latest news
02 October 2017
Glenlivet 1943 released by Gordon & MacPhail
The £30,000 bottling is claimed to be one of the rarest single malts in the world.
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Latest news
12 February 2019
Scotch whisky export high driven by US
The US became the first billion-pound Scotch whisky market as single malts continued to surge.
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Latest news
26 June 2019
Glenlivet Enigma poses puzzle for drinkers
The fourth edition in The Glenlivet’s mystery series is a US exclusive.
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Latest news
30 October 2017
Mixed fortunes for Scotch whisky exports
Volumes were down, value up as single malts continued their march in the first half of 2017.
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Latest news
23 October 2015
Aberlour Voice-o-Graph comes to London
Music, whisky and vintage vinyl technology unite in the single malt’s 1940s recording booth.
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Latest news
10 August 2016
Tourists flock to Scotch whisky distilleries
Scotch distilleries attracted a record total of 1.6m visits in 2015, up more than 20% on 2010.
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Latest news
26 March 2018
Berry Bros launches four blended malts
The Speyside, Islay, Sherry cask and peated cask Scotch whiskies join The Classic Range.
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Latest news
27 June 2018
Jura One For You concludes community series
The 18-year-old single malt completes a three-whisky range celebrating Jura’s community spirit.
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Latest news
07 August 2017
$10,000 glass of Macallan ‘is a fake’
An investigation has been launched following the purchase at a St Moritz hotel by a Chinese guest.
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Latest news
15 July 2016
Chivas funds ‘innovative’ social start-ups
Five social enterprises share US$750,000 funding in culmination of second year of The Venture.
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Latest news
09 August 2016
Arran toasts healthy profit growth
An increase in single malt exports helped Isle of Arran Distillers to record a £1m profit in 2015.
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Latest news
09 January 2017
Glenturret photo recalls family history
A battered snapshot brought from Canada sheds light on a century-old family story.
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Latest news
16 February 2017
Scotch whisky exports stage recovery
Brexit-fuelled resurgence ends recent decline as single malt shipments top £1bn for first time.
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Latest news
06 February 2019
Brexit deal protects whisky names
Terms such as ‘Scotch whisky’ and ‘Bourbon’ will enjoy continued legal recognition post-Brexit.
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Latest news
14 December 2017
Graffiti artist designs Johnnie Walker range
Prominent street artist Tristan Eaton has collaborated with Johnnie Walker for art-inspired range.
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Latest news
17 May 2016
Scotch whisky export decline confirmed
Prospects for growth remain ‘strong’ despite third consecutive fall, Scotch Whisky Association says.
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Latest news
15 August 2016
Scotch whisky returns to export growth
Export volumes rise for first time in three years, but value falls in mixed first half of 2016.
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Latest news
12 April 2017
Highland Park Rebus30 marks Rebus milestone
Special 10-year-old bottling released to mark the fictional detective’s 30th anniversary.
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Latest news
08 September 2017
Scotch whisky tourism ‘boosted by Brexit’
Visitor numbers hit record levels in 2016, with more distilleries opening to the public.
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Latest news
02 July 2018
GlenAllachie core range revealed
The line-up of four malts follows Billy Walker’s acquisition of the Speyside distillery.
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Latest news
05 November 2015
Scotch whisky export decline continues
Despite positive signs, Scotch is enduring its longest period of export decline in over 50 years.
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Latest news
15 October 2018
Ardgowan distillery reveals revised plans
The new Inverkip distillery is scheduled to open in 2020, with a new malts series due next year.
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Latest news
19 November 2015
Scotch misses Whisky Bible top five again
Crown Royal takes top spot and Kentucky, Ireland and Japan share the spoils in the 2016 edition.
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Latest news
06 September 2016
Last Drop Distillers sold to Sazerac
Luxury independent bottler the Last Drop Distillers has been acquired by US drinks group Sazerac.
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Latest news
21 February 2019
Compass Box launches Tobias & The Angel
A blend of Clynelish and Caol Ila, the whisky is a follow-up to the ground breaking Eleuthera.
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Latest news
05 October 2017
Benromach 1977 single cask edition released
The Speyside distillery’s series of single cask bottlings from the 1970s continues.
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Latest news
18 April 2018
Whisky returns to Borders after 180 years
The first whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders in almost two centuries is about to open.
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Latest news
09 November 2018
Johnnie Walker opens Madrid whisky shop
The flagship experiential whisky store could be scaled to open in more cities worldwide.
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Latest news
13 October 2015
Balvenie reveals £125k whisky collection
Balvenie has unveiled the DCS Compendium – a collection of 25 whiskies valued at over £125,000.
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Latest news
22 October 2018
‘Unusual’ Balvenie DCS Chapter Four revealed
The penultimate DCS Compendium chapter features whiskies with ‘unexpected’ characteristics.
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Latest news
29 January 2019
Glenmorangie Allta created with local yeast
The distillery’s 10th Private Edition whisky has been made using a strain of local yeast.
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Latest news
31 July 2015
Chivas Brothers to relaunch Scapa
Chivas Brothers is to relaunch Scapa, commencing with the release of a new NAS single malt.
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Latest news
05 February 2016
Speyside Distillers outlines expansion plans
The Spey whisky producer has outlined expansion plans following a £2.3m funding boost.
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Latest news
03 March 2016
Kilchoman Sanaig gets global roll out
The Islay distillery’s Sherry-influenced malt will form part of Kilchoman’s core portfolio.
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Latest news
05 May 2018
The Glenlivet launches ‘first’ Cognac finish
The Glenlivet Captain’s Reserve is said to be the first major single malt finished in Cognac casks.
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Latest news
23 October 2018
Bowmore 19 Year Old is Amazon exclusive
The limited edition is the first Bowmore malt to be matured entirely in French oak.
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Latest news
21 March 2016
Arran founder Harold Currie passes away
The founder of Arran distillery and veteran of the D-Day landings has passed away at the age of 91.
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Latest news
21 May 2019
Balvenie Stories range tells whisky tales
The Speyside distillery’s new single malt collection features three story-inspired whiskies.
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Latest news
04 November 2015
‘Masculine’ Ballantine’s Hard Fired unveiled
Introducing Ballantine’s Hard Fired, a smoky, ‘masculine’ Scotch finished in extra-charred casks.
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Latest news
13 September 2016
Spencerfield Spirit sold to Ian Macleod
Producer of Sheep Dip whisky and Edinburgh Gin has changed hands for an undisclosed sum.
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Latest news
02 March 2017
Single malts fuelling global Scotch revival
The ‘craft and provenance credentials’ of single malts are boosting Scotch’s global reputation.
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Latest news
18 October 2017
Victorian James Eadie blend resurrected
James Eadie’s Trade Mark X blend has been recreated 160 years after its conception.
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Latest news
03 September 2019
Jura releases chinkapin-finished whisky
The 13-year-old Jura Two-One-Two is the first in a new series from the island distillery.
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Latest news
10 February 2017
Bowmore Small Batch axed amid brand overhaul
The Islay distillery is discontinuing its entry-level malt and introducing four new whiskies.
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Latest news
28 April 2017
Shackleton blended malt inspired by explorer
The new blended malt is inspired by a legendary explorer but designed for ‘modern spirits drinkers’.
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Latest news
02 August 2017
Smokey Monkey Shoulder gets bar exclusive
A peated version of the blended malt whisky has launched, but only in select bars worldwide.
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Latest news
09 August 2017
Octomore 08.3 is ‘world’s peatiest’ Scotch
The new single malt from Bruichladdich is part of its Octomore Eights Masterclass series.
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Latest news
01 August 2018
Fettercairn relaunches single malt range
The Highland distillery’s new range will include 12- and 50-year-old whiskies.
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Latest news
13 November 2018
Red Spot Irish whiskey makes return
The single pot still whiskey returns to the Spot Whiskeys range following a 50-year absence.
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Latest news
21 June 2019
Scotch whisky tourism at all-time high
Over two million visits were made to Scotch whisky distilleries in 2018, a new record.
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Latest news
07 October 2019
Kininvie Works unveils experimental whiskies
Kininvie’s first experimental whiskies include a rye, triple-distilled malt and single blend.
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Culture
22 January 2019
Whisky books for armchair travellers
Take inspiration from these travel titles for your next whisky adventure.
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Culture
14 December 2017
Four books for whisky lovers
Some recommended whisky-related reading matter for the forthcoming festive period.
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Culture
01 May 2019
Marvel’s cautionary tale for whisky makers
There’s much whisky producers can learn from the comic book industry’s mistakes.
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Features
22 July 2016
Talking rot: deciphering rancio in whisky
What is rancio? And does it occur not only in old Cognac, but also in long-matured Scotch whisky?
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Features
19 April 2018
Reviving historic whisky brands
Two contrasting projects have plundered the past, resurrecting old names for the 21st century.
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The whisky virgin
23 September 2019
Can whisky go bad in the bottle?
The Whisky Virgin wonders if an open bottle of whisky has a definitive shelf life, just like wine.
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Culture
30 March 2016
Alexander McCall Smith
Celebrating the ever-popular author, seen through the eyes of his great friend, Charles MacLean.
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Ask the professor
25 April 2019
Why does ‘proof’ have multiple meanings?
The term refers to a drink’s alcoholic strength, but the calculation differs around the world.
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Cocktails
12 January 2017
The Rusty Nail
It’s about time the Rusty Nail cocktail had its day in the sun, says Naren Young.
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Culture
29 June 2016
Whisky Galore! re-imagined
A new adaptation of Whisky Galore! deserves the iconic status of the original, says Charles MacLean.
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Culture
29 June 2016
Eddie Izzard is Captain Waggett
The comedian, satirist and ultra-marathon runner takes on a more serious role in Whisky Galore!
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Cocktails
24 August 2016
Whisky Cobbler
Turn down the abv but up the flavour with these Scotch whisky takes on the classic Cobbler.
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Culture
10 January 2017
Scotch whisky at the movies
Many a dram has made an appearance on the silver screen – some authentic, others imagined.
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Culture
05 May 2016
The rich history of the Scottish pub
Sex and shebeens; temperance and meths. Charting the Scottish pub’s 300-plus years of history.
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Cocktails
04 July 2016
Morning Glory Fizz
Naren Young illustrates the often overlooked versatility of the humble Fizz cocktail.
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Culture
12 March 2019
Whisky’s remarkable motorsports connection
Whisky has taken to the driver’s seat in the development of Formula One and Nascar racing.
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Culture
28 June 2017
Ian Rankin, Rebus and whisky
A wide-ranging and frank conversation with one of the UK’s best-selling crime novelists.
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Cocktails
19 February 2019
Cocktail Basics: Old Fashioned
Despite endless interpretations, the attraction of the Old Fashioned lies in its simplicity.
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Cocktails
11 September 2015
Remember the Maine
A traditionally rye-based cocktail – but one which can be adapted for a Scotch-loving audience.
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Cocktails
24 March 2016
King Louie the 4th
Gaz Regan discovers a regal-sounding creation inspired by New Orleans classic, the Vieux Carré.
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Cocktails
24 November 2016
The Debonair revisited
This ’90s Scotch whisky cocktail is given a 21st-century revamp with a new recipe and name.
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Food
20 March 2017
Salmon, smoke and whisky: Severn & Wye
Fiona Beckett visits Severn & Wye to learn about the art of farming, curing and smoking salmon.
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Cocktails
20 July 2016
Summer whisky cocktails
Ryan Chetiyawardana serves up a tempting selection of cocktails suited to warmer days and nights.
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Culture
11 April 2019
The common threads in fashion and whisky
Whisky and fashion collaborations are in season, but are these partnerships more than marketing?
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Cocktails
06 April 2016
Spring whisky cocktails
The last of our spring-themed features – and an indispensable guide to seasonal whisky mixing.
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Food
17 April 2019
The ultimate Easter egg and whisky pairings
Which whisky will you choose to complement your chocolate indulgence this Easter?
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Culture
22 December 2016
Gordon Buchanan: wildlife, whisky and me
Scotch has served the cameraman well as he travels the world in search of natural wonders.
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Culture
13 June 2019
James Joyce’s whiskey connections
Whiskey permeates the family history and works of the man hailed as Ireland’s greatest writer.
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Cocktails
30 April 2019
Cocktail Basics: Mint Julep
For over 200 years, the Mint Julep has offered icy refreshment on sweltering summer days.
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Ask the professor
29 November 2018
Do dunnage warehouses create better whisky?
The Whisky Prof looks into the merits of this most traditional of whisky warehouses.
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Culture
23 July 2019
Whisky’s place in rock ‘n’ roll history
From Amos Milburn to Metallica, this is how whisky made its mark on music. Rock on!
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Cocktails
09 April 2019
Cocktail Basics: Boulevardier
Once the vogue drink of Parisian socialites, the Boulevardier is making a modern comeback.
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Cocktails
01 March 2018
The Sazerac: An iconic whisky cocktail
Its origins lie in 19th century New Orleans, yet the Sazerac remains a classic whisky cocktail.
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Food
09 March 2016
Barley: ripe for revival?
Not just for malt whisky: why the humble barley grain could be the next big thing in food circles.
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Culture
29 June 2017
Ian Rankin: music, whisky and memories
The crime author shares several drams with Dave Broom while discussing music, whisky and life.
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Food
19 October 2017
How chefs pair food with whisky
Leading British chefs and their sommeliers share their food and whisky matching secrets.
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Culture
18 April 2017
Highland Park and Orkney by Søren Solkær
The Danish photographer’s pictures capture the essence of the distillery and its island home.
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Food
22 November 2016
Food and whisky inspired by the sea
Signe Johansen demonstrates how seaside cooking and drinking can be enjoyed all year round.
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Food
11 February 2016
The fine art of maturing cheese
Fiona Beckett meets Rhuaridh Buchanan, affineur and supplier of cheese to London’s top restaurants.
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Food
08 September 2015
Savouring salt
Salt: currency, source of conflict, pre-requisite for human life. And every cook’s best friend.
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Food
04 October 2016
Beef, whisky and Himalayan salt
Fiona Beckett caught up with Peter Hannan, award-winning butcher and meat supplier extraordinaire.
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Food
11 January 2017
The thoroughly modern cheesemakers
The dairy out to revolutionise the humble Cheddar – and the best whiskies to pair with it.
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Food
07 October 2019
Scottish salmon’s whisky connection
Scotland’s rivers are among the world’s best for catching salmon, a perfect match for whisky.
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Food
03 August 2015
Foraging for seafood
This summer, leave the sunbed behind in favour of a net, a rake and some seafood foraging tips.
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Ask the professor
28 August 2017
Are unusual cask finishes a new whisky fad?
Scotch maturation was never restricted to only Bourbon and Sherry casks, explains the Prof.
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Cocktails
13 April 2017
Easter Scotch whisky cocktails
These cocktails from the world’s best bartenders are sure to enhance your Easter weekend.
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Food
25 January 2017
Hearty winter dishes with whisky
Winter brings plenty of things to be excited about – especially when it comes to food and whisky.
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Food
17 July 2017
How to make whisky ice cream
Making ice cream at home is fun – and the results can be greatly improved by adding whisky.
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Food
05 April 2016
Spring flavours: food and whisky
In food terms, spring offers invigorating, fragrant flavours as nature revives and revitalises.
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Food
26 April 2017
Lamb and whisky: a spring pairing
The key to cooking a tender and juicy leg of lamb is simplicity, says Martine Nouet.
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Food
12 October 2017
Apple recipes for autumn
A seasonal foray through all manner of apple-accented dishes – with a dram on the side.
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Food
19 July 2016
Summer dining: the best whisky pairings
Summer is all about cooking outdoors, from barbecues and picnics to terrace drinking and dining.
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Food
27 February 2017
Pancake Day recipes with whisky
Whether you’re flipping sweet or savoury pancakes, add a drop of Scotch – you won’t regret it.
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Cocktails
27 October 2016
Dead Rabbit: Scotch at the World’s Best Bar
It may be an Irish pub in New York, but what does the World’s Best Bar have to offer Scotch fans?
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Ask the professor
15 October 2018
Where does the word ‘hogshead’ come from?
The curious name for a 245-litre cask could have roots in the wizarding world, says the Prof.
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Cocktails
02 October 2019
11 Best London Cocktail Week whisky events
From Scotch blending sessions to funky Bourbon BBQ parties, LCW has it all.
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Ask the professor
16 May 2016
Are wooden washbacks better than steel?
The whisky industry is divided in its use of stainless steel and wooden washbacks. Which is best?
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Ask the professor
24 September 2019
Why bother with stainless steel condensers?
A few Scotch whisky distilleries use condensers made of steel, rather than copper, but why?
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Ask the professor
15 May 2017
Whisky stills: does shape matter?
Far from being an aesthetic afterthought, the shape and size of a still has a huge effect on whisky.
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Ask the professor
15 January 2019
How are Scotch whisky regions different?
The difference between Speyside and Islay malts has less to do with flavour than you’d think.
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Ask the professor
23 September 2015
Does caramel affect flavour?
Caramel in whisky: why is it there, what does it do and does it matter? The Whisky Prof on E150a.
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Ask the professor
21 October 2015
The Mortlach Conundrum
Dissecting Mortlach: the Whisky Prof explains the facts behind a spirit distilled 2.81 times.
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The whisky virgin
04 November 2015
Failed by Hunter S Thompson
Our innocent Whisky Virgin has fallen in love at last – but, sadly, all is not sweetness and light.
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Food
14 March 2016
Interview: Michel Roux Jr talks whisky
The celebrity chef reveals his burgeoning passion for Scotch and plans to launch his own whisky.
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The whisky virgin
25 March 2019
Exploring the wonderful world of whisky
Time for the Virgin to expand his horizons beyond the safety blanket of Scotland’s drams.
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The whisky virgin
28 December 2018
Nine things I learned about whisky this year
There’s always something new to learn about whisky, as the Whisky Virgin discovers.
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The whisky virgin
24 July 2018
How to drink Scotch in a heatwave
Our Whisky Virgin is feeling the heat and on the hunt for cooler ways to enjoy his whisky.
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The whisky virgin
30 October 2017
Discovering the world of indie bottlers
Not all whiskies are bottled by the distilleries; there’s many a gem among the indie bottlers.
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The whisky virgin
04 January 2016
Invitation to a picnic
The Whisky Virgin longs for a naked picnic staring deep into Jim Murray's inviting, golden eyes.
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The whisky virgin
16 January 2017
Do I really need whisky tasting glasses?
If the whisky is good, does it really matter what sort of vessel you drink it from?
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The whisky virgin
28 September 2018
Deconstructing whisky words for newbies
What do the words ‘limited edition’ and ‘Master’s Select’ on a whisky label really mean?
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The whisky virgin
26 August 2019
Shining a spotlight on Scandinavian whisky
Our Whisky Virgin’s quest for enlightenment leads him to an examination of Scandinavian whisky.
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The whisky virgin
02 October 2017
A very expensive date with Diageo
The Whisky Virgin discovers the price of rare whisky, but its value is another question altogether.
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The whisky virgin
24 April 2018
What’s wrong with blended Scotch?
Our Whisky Virgin heads to Compass Box HQ for the low-down on why blends get a bad rap.
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The whisky virgin
27 August 2018
Why aren’t grain whiskies loved like malts?
The Whisky Virgin is a huge fan of grain whisky, but doesn’t think it gets the respect it deserves.
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The whisky virgin
09 August 2015
Four Colours Macallan
From Speyside to Homebase, the delights and limitations of malt whisky’s journey into colour.
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The whisky virgin
14 February 2017
Put your whisky senses to the test
The Whisky Virgin finds it is possible to train your senses to recognise aromas more easily.
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The whisky virgin
05 September 2017
How do you choose your first whisky?
The Whisky Virgin searches for help in buying a first bottle of Scotch… and finds it down the pub.
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The whisky virgin
29 January 2018
Why young Scotch whisky is worth a chance
The Whisky Virgin puts aside his preconceptions to discover the beauty of youthful Scotch.
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The whisky virgin
28 May 2018
The fine art of whisky flipping
A frustrating brush with the latest Ardbeg release leaves the Virgin with a fresh dilemma.
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The whisky virgin
22 April 2019
How does a cask’s background impact whisky?
The Whisky Virgin goes out on a limb to understand how a cask’s history affects whisky flavour.
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Features
07 January 2019
The whisky world’s 2019 resolutions
The industry shares its hopes for the New Year, from the death of flipping to more NAS whiskies.
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Features
22 December 2015
A brief history of drinking vessels
From quaich to tumbler to specialist tasting glass, this area of whisky has never stopped evolving.
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Features
17 September 2015
DIY whisky
One man’s journey through the complex and endlessly fascinating pathways of home whisky-making.
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Features
09 October 2018
The Unseen Valentino Zagatti Collection
One of the world’s most famous collections of whisky has gone on display in the Netherlands.
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Features
15 December 2016
How to hygge with Scotch whisky
‘Hygge’ is the buzzword of 2016. But what exactly does it mean? And can you do it with Scotch?
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Features
03 May 2018
Hammerhead: the Cold War whisky
The strange tale of the Czech single malt born before the Berlin Wall came crashing down.
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Features
18 April 2016
The Guinness/Distillers saga: The Deal
The compelling tale of one of the most infamous episodes in British corporate history – 30 years on.
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Features
25 September 2018
How to survive a whisky show
These top tips will help you make the most of whichever whisky show you’re visiting.
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Features
19 March 2018
Glenugie remembered
With the distillery’s last warehouses set for demolition, we look back at its history.
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Features
15 June 2016
How to design a new Scotch whisky bottle
Coming up with a new design for a Scotch whisky bottle is a long, complex and painstaking business.
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Features
04 December 2017
Springbank 21yo: a tasting to remember
A mass tasting of the Campbeltown distillery’s 2016 release of 13 single cask single malts.
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Features
17 March 2016
Are whisky decanters making a comeback?
Delving into the history of the whisky decanter. Could it be set for a 21st-century renaissance?
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Features
22 June 2016
How are Scotch whisky bottles redesigned?
The fine art of redesigning your product has to balance innovation with respect for heritage.
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Features
26 January 2017
How to design packaging for new whiskies
It is imperative for new releases to convey brand identity, but how do producers achieve success?
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Features
16 October 2017
Midleton Very Rare: a retrospective
As the 34th vintage is launched, we assess the evolution of the ‘pinnacle of Irish whiskey’.
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Features
31 October 2017
‘What is whisky?’: the legal fight
Whisky as we know it was shaped by the passionate legal battle over this apparently simple question.
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Features
18 March 2019
Pro tips to improve your whisky photography
Whether shooting bottles or a dram, up your whisky photography game with advice from the pros.
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Features
10 January 2018
How do you define maturity in whisky?
A who’s who of Scotch whisky is on hand to answer this most challenging of questions.
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Features
01 December 2015
Alternative Christmas whisky gift ideas
Go one better than a bottle of Scotch and give an alternative Christmas whisky gift this year.
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Features
16 October 2018
Five of the world’s best whisky collections
Track down these public collections of rare bottles for a glimpse of whisky’s storied past.
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Features
13 November 2017
Italy’s love of single malt
How this wine-drinking nation became the world’s biggest consumer of single malts in the 1970s.
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Features
06 August 2018
10 of the world’s weirdest whiskies
A crackpot collection of some of the craziest creations in the Scotch whisky universe.
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Features
03 September 2015
What's in a hangover?
Great night, painful morning: what the hell is going on in your head when the pleasure recedes?
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Features
11 January 2018
Designing the modern whisky distillery
It’s a busy time for architects as the boom in new Scotch whisky distilleries continues.
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Features
16 July 2019
Whisky’s curious medicinal history
The origins of whisky are closely linked to the use of aqua vitae in early medical science.
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Features
19 August 2019
Is a second ‘whisky loch’ brewing?
With over 40 new distilleries opening this decade, is Scotch on course to repeat history?
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Features
18 September 2017
Memories of Michael Jackson
A decade after his death, five leading whisky figures pay tribute to the great writer.
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Features
31 January 2019
Is yeast whisky’s new frontier of flavour?
As one of whisky’s three ingredients, yeast offers huge possibilities in flavour creation.
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Features
14 June 2017
Father’s Day whisky treats
Stuck for Father’s Day ideas? Then spoil your dad this Sunday with a whisky-filled day out.
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Features
24 September 2019
Whisky makers rediscover bere barley
The historic crop, grown in Scotland for 1,000-plus years, is being revived by distillers.
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Features
05 February 2016
The true story behind Whisky Galore!
This factual tale of shipwreck and ‘salvage’ is even more remarkable than the fictional version.
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Features
06 December 2016
A Christmas whisky gift guide with a twist
Let us help you find the perfect present for the whisky lovers in your life this Christmas.
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Features
28 July 2016
Does music modify the taste of whisky?
Glenrothes is conducting an experiment to determine whether music affects how people taste whisky.
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Features
24 June 2019
Five quirky hip flasks for festival season
Drink better during this season’s music festivals with these campsite-friendly novelty hip flasks.
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Features
08 February 2018
How to celebrate International Scotch Day
Whisky should feature, of course, but there are plenty of fun ways to celebrate Scotch.
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Features
01 May 2018
Top 10 whisky Instagram accounts to follow
From Stormtroopers to sushi, these are the instadram accounts to make your news feed next level.
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Features
04 December 2018
The whisky gift guide for every budget
From stocking fillers to blowout experiences, we’ve got presents for whisky fans on every level.
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Features
25 January 2018
A brief history of Burns Night
We celebrate it every year, but how did the Burns Night tradition begin?
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Features
23 January 2017
Winter whisky recommendations
We’ve covered spring, summer, autumn, and now Dave Broom shares his top winter whiskies.
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Features
27 June 2018
Infinity bottle tips from master blenders
Create your ultimate house blend with these hints and tips from Scotland’s master blenders.
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Features
20 November 2018
7 Whisky advent calendars for Christmas
Screw chocolate – count down to Christmas with a whisky advent calendar to suit any budget.
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Features
28 November 2017
Get ready for Royal Wedding whisky
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement ignites anticipation for more Royal Wedding whiskies.
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Features
17 May 2016
Peat terroir and its impact on whisky
In the run-up to this year’s Feis Ile (20-28 May), Dave Broom explores the impact of peat terroir.
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Features
07 July 2016
Japanese grain innovation and Scotch
Dave Broom travelled to Japan to explore how distillers are driving innovation in grain whisky.
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Features
24 October 2016
An autumn harvest of whisky
Fill your glasses with cask-driven whiskies, overflowing with fruits, wood character and memories.
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Features
18 May 2016
Phenol fables: peat’s secrets uncovered
Dave Broom explores how peat is cut and burned, and busts myths surrounding PPM and peaty water.
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Features
20 June 2019
How oats are making a world whisky comeback
Distilleries are rediscovering the unique flavours oats can bring to whisky.
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Features
26 June 2018
Not all ‘Japanese whisky’ is Japanese whisky
If stocks are limited, where are all the new Japanese whisky brands coming from?
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Features
14 September 2016
The laws of Scotch: distillation and casks
Scotch must be distilled to a certain abv strength and matured in particular sized casks – but why?
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Features
20 April 2016
Perth: the rise and fall of a whisky city
Edrington’s move to Glasgow brings to an end The Fair City’s long-standing association with Scotch.
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Features
17 September 2018
Top 10 best-selling Scotch whiskies
A global rundown of the world’s most popular drams – with not a single malt in sight.
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Features
27 September 2016
Wild Turkey comes to Glen Grant
Eddie Russell’s first visit to a Scotch whisky distillery in the company of Dennis Malcolm.
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Features
20 August 2018
Glenmorangie: 175 years of whisky making
Looking into the past, present and future of the Highland distillery, founded in 1843.
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Features
25 May 2016
Bruichladdich: 15 years on
Can the maverick Islay distillery maintain its independence after acquisition by Rémy Cointreau?
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Features
21 January 2016
The perfect Burns Supper
Haggis, for sure, but what else is needed for the festivities on 25 January? Find out here.
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Features
16 August 2017
Recalling the great fake Macallan scandal
The ‘fake’ 1878 Macallan opened at a Swiss hotel has its roots in a saga from the 1990s.
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Features
02 March 2016
What makes Lagavulin special?
A deconstruction of the unique charms of this much-loved Islay distillery, now 200 years old.
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Features
19 July 2017
Distillery cats: Scotch’s legendary mousers
The feline heroes famed for their mouse-hunting prowess at Scotland’s whisky distilleries.
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Features
25 February 2019
The ads that made Macallan
How clever marketing helped transform an obscure single malt into a global powerhouse.
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Features
24 September 2018
Top 10 best-selling Scotch malt whiskies
From Glenfiddich to Glen Grant, these are the world’s most popular Scotch malt whiskies.
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Features
28 March 2019
Dublin whiskey: rise, fall and renewal
The city that ruled the whisky world is back in the spotlight after decades of decline.
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Features
11 April 2016
Lone Wolf: Brewdog’s spirits venture
A hefty dose of experimentation characterises the brewer’s foray into spirits production.
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Features
22 July 2016
The mysteries of cask finishing
Secondary maturation in Scotch whisky is a recent, but nonetheless fascinating, phenomenon.
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Features
08 March 2018
Why’s whisky still considered a man’s drink?
Why, in today’s gender-inclusive world, is whisky still perceived as ‘a man’s drink’?
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Features
08 March 2019
How is whisky supporting gender equality?
Whisky is a gender-balanced industry, so why is it still considered a man’s drink?
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Features
12 December 2017
Secret Santa whisky gifts for any budget
Looking for the perfect whisky gift for your Secret Santa? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.
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Features
22 May 2018
Inside Macallan’s ground-breaking distillery
Take a behind-the-scenes peek at Macallan’s architectural and distilling marvel.
People (39)
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Whisky heroes
30 August 2017
Alfred Barnard
The little-known story of the man who wrote one of Scotch whisky’s most important books.
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Whisky heroes
19 December 2016
Aeneas MacDonald
No, not the exiled Scotsman, but the pseudonymous author of ‘the finest whisky book ever’.
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Famous whisky drinkers
30 May 2019
Moominpappa
Tove Jansson’s much-loved creation, father of Moomintroll, is a lover of fine old whisky.
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Interviews
12 July 2018
Giorgio D’Ambrosio, Bar Metrò
One of Italy’s Scotch whisky pioneers, and the man behind Milan’s legendary Bar Metrò.
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Interviews
17 October 2016
Thierry Bénitah, La Maison du Whisky
As the retailer celebrates 60 years, LMDW’s CEO explains why whisky is more than just a business.
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Interviews
29 August 2017
Richard Paterson, Dalmore
Dalmore’s eccentric master blender reflects on a lifetime of devotion to whisky.
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Interviews
04 August 2016
James Espey, The Last Drop Distillers
Brands, marketing and much more from the driving force behind the Classic Malts and Blue Label.
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Interviews
04 February 2016
Dr Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie
Glenmorangie’s restless experimenter on innovation, LVMH and creating a new whisky in 24 hours.
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Famous whisky drinkers
13 June 2018
Dashiell Hammett
Scotch featured heavily in the crime author’s works, including The Maltese Falcon and Red Harvest.
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Famous whisky drinkers
18 September 2018
David Daiches
The academic and cultural commentator was also an influential writer about Scotch whisky.
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Famous whisky drinkers
22 March 2017
King James IV
One of Scotland’s greatest monarchs, with a keen interest in warfare, sport – and aqua vitae.
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Whisky heroes
13 August 2018
Neil M Gunn
The leading Scottish literary figure was an exciseman before his writing career took off.
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Famous whisky drinkers
12 June 2019
Jessica Jones
Marvel’s hard-drinking noir hero shot to fame in her own critically-acclaimed Netflix series.
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Famous whisky drinkers
13 January 2016
Compton Mackenzie
The Whisky Galore author was also a wartime spy for MI6 and a lover of classical music and cats.
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Famous whisky drinkers
21 August 2017
Christopher Hitchens
The English-born journalist and polemicist loved controversy, and Johnnie Walker Black Label.
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Famous whisky drinkers
04 September 2017
Anthony Burgess
The author of A Clockwork Orange was almost as prolific with whisky and he was with the pen.
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Famous whisky drinkers
07 March 2019
Robert Palmer
The soulful singer was famous for his love of single malt, sharp suits and cigarettes.
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Whisky heroes
09 January 2019
Pip Hills, Scotch Malt Whisky Society
A defining whisky experience led Hills to create the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
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Famous whisky drinkers
18 December 2018
Captain Haddock
Tintin’s most loyal companion loves a drop or two of Scotch – particularly Loch Lomond.
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Famous whisky drinkers
21 November 2017
Truman Capote
The author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s was a supremely talented writer with a penchant for J&B Rare.
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Famous whisky drinkers
20 October 2015
Queen Victoria
Despite her stern demeanour, the not-so-merry monarch was a great lover of Scotch whisky.
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Famous whisky drinkers
15 April 2019
Bob Harris, Lost in Translation
Bill Murray’s jet-lagged and jaded movie star remains his most celebrated film role.
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Famous whisky drinkers
16 May 2018
Robert Mitchum
The story of one of the great actors of Hollywood’s golden age – and his love of Scotch.
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Famous whisky drinkers
10 December 2015
Robert Bruce Lockhart
From plots to assassinate Lenin to championing malts over blends, the dramatic story of ‘RBL’.
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Famous whisky drinkers
12 April 2018
Dorothy Parker
The American writer and poet had a lasting, but devastating, love for Scotch whisky.
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Famous whisky drinkers
21 January 2019
Frank Sinatra
America’s most loved singer had a colourful off-stage life, with Jack Daniel’s to the fore.
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Whisky heroes
19 June 2018
John Ramsay, Port Ellen
The man who owned five Islay distilleries, who was also a great agricultural moderniser.
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Whisky heroes
07 May 2018
Robert Armour, Campbeltown
The story of one of the 19th century’s great black-market whisky still manufacturers.
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Whisky heroes
07 March 2018
‘Miss Babs’ Robertson, Edrington
The story of the woman whose astuteness helped create one of Scotch whisky’s strongest businesses.
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Whisky heroes
04 July 2017
Colin Hay, Ardbeg
The compelling story of the man who rescued the Islay distillery and brought it into prosperity.
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Whisky heroes
27 January 2016
The Incredible Captain Barclay
The man who founded Glenury Royal distillery – and who famously walked 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours.
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Whisky heroes
29 March 2016
Captain William Fraser
Was the founder of Royal Brackla distillery really as arrogant and spiteful as we’re led to believe?
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Whisky heroes
11 April 2017
Bill Smith Grant, The Glenlivet
Great-grandson of The Glenlivet founder and survivor of both World Wars.
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Whisky heroes
24 May 2016
Bessie Williamson, Laphroaig
First lady of Laphroaig and much-loved on Islay, Bessie proved Scotch was not just a man’s world.
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Whisky heroes
21 December 2015
Hugh Munro: The Blind Captain
War, women and whisky: the story of Hugh Munro, early 19th-century Laird of Teaninich, has it all.
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Whisky heroes
10 November 2015
Peter Mackie
From White Horse to Malt Mill, the story of one of the Scotch whisky industry’s true pioneers.
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Whisky heroes
23 August 2016
James Buchanan
The ‘Whisky Baron’ overcame ill-health to create some of Scotch’s most successful blends.
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Whisky heroes
16 November 2016
Tommy Dewar
The globe-trotting extrovert and born salesman was one of Scotch’s most colourful characters.
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Whisky heroes
09 February 2017
Ronnie Cox, Berry Bros & Rudd
A career as colourful as his socks, including staring down the barrel of a gun more than once.
Collecting & Investing (14)
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Legendary Bottlings
27 June 2019
Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s .1 series
The coded labels, originally born out of necessity, have created a cult whisky range.
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The collectors
17 February 2016
Marcel van Gils, Laphroaig
The life of a Laphroaig lover – and the difficulties of building such a huge collection today.
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The collectors
23 July 2018
Mark Davidson, Royal Mile Whiskies
The ‘Jolly Toper’ tells of his love for whisky literature, born in the pre-internet age.
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The collectors
11 October 2018
Valentino Zagatti, The Zagatti Collection
The Italian collector on how he amassed one of the world’s most enviable whisky collections.
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The collectors
03 May 2016
Serge Valentin, Clynelish/Brora
The Whiskyfun man talks through his abiding passion for the enigmatic drams of Clynelish and Brora.
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The collectors
14 June 2018
Michael Weng
The German collector loves Speyside, thanks in part to a memorable tasting with Ronnie Cox.
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The collectors
18 April 2018
Scott Jackson, Rosebank
The Falkirk native is enchanted by Rosebank distillery, particularly bottlings by SMWS.
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The collectors
07 February 2018
Aaron Chan, Club Qing
The Hong Kong bar owner has developed broad tastes, from Hanyu to Laphroaig and Bowmore.
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The collectors
02 May 2019
Sandy Hyslop, Chivas Brothers
The master blender on how his whisky collection has transformed into a record of his career.
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The collectors
01 November 2017
Andy Simpson, Rare Whisky 101
The rare whisky expert collects ‘anything and everything’ and has a fondness for unique bottles.
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The collectors
09 May 2017
Reinhard Ellinghaus
A rare look inside the German’s 25-year collection, including a series of 1960s Laphroaigs.
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The collectors
29 January 2019
Mark ‘Toshan Man’ Dermul, Auchentoshan
The whisky vlogger on how he ‘collects’ whiskies for others to try as much as for himself.
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The collectors
09 January 2017
Luc Timmermans, Glenfarclas
A chance encounter with a knowledgeable bartender was the beginning of a life-long love for whisky.
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The collectors
07 February 2017
Emmanuel Dron, The Auld Alliance
Inside the Frenchman’s astounding whisky collection, some of which dates back to WWII.