Adam O'Connell

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Adam O'Connell has been writing for Master of Malt for over eight years now. He’s visited distilleries, wineries, and breweries across the world, reviewed a variety of whiskies, gins, rums, Tequilas, mezcals, brandies, vodkas, wines, beers, and cocktails, and contributed all kinds of words in all sorts of places, including over 1,000 articles to its award-winning online blog, The Whisk(e)y Wash, and many of the handy guides you might have enjoyed. He’s even jammed with Kiefer Sutherland AND dined with Ainsley Harriott. Not at the same time.

What can you make with Baileys this Christmas? The Baileys Festive Chocolate Cocktail!What’s the Most Popular Drink at Christmas?

What’s the most popular drink at Christmas? Yes, it’s that time of year again. You can keep your kale smoothies and kombucha. December is all about comfort, flavour, and those…

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The Historic Castletown Mill, restored as a new whisky distilleryHistoric Castletown Mill Restored as New Whisky Distillery

Stannergill Distillery has officially opened its doors inside the newly restored Castletown Mill.  Castletown Mill is one of the most distinctive historic sites on Scotland’s northern coastline. It’s now home…

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Bruichladdich X4+18 Edition 01: the world’s first quadruple distilled single maltBruichladdich X4+18 Edition 01: The World’s First Quadruple Distilled Single Malt

Bruichladdich launches world’s first quadruple distilled 18-year-old single malt Scotch whisky: Bruichladdich X4+18 Edition 01. The release is the first instalment in a four-part series and marks a major milestone…

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The SirDavis Espresso Martini Beyoncé wants you to makeThe SirDavis Espresso Martini Beyoncé Wants You To Make

If Beyoncé personally invited you to pop over for a drink, you’d probably say yes. And what should she be pouring? Not a flat white. Not a dusty G&T. Nope….

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An advertisement for the Master of Malt competition: Win a Trip to Islay with Laphroaig!Win a Trip to Islay with Laphroaig!

Who wants to win a Trip to Islay with Laphroaig? Come see where the smoke begins with Master of Malt. The rugged home of peated perfection awaits. We’re talking flights,…

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A Thai lady pouring Prakaan Whisky into a Glencairn Glass.Meet Prakaan Whisky: Thailand’s First Single Malt

Prakaan arrives with intent. Thailand has long produced spirits, but the world has never been asked to take Thai whisky seriously.  Most drinkers outside the country know Mekhong, a spirit…

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How to pick your Christmas whisky with Master of MaltOff the Beaten Cask: The Most Interesting Whisky Gifts to Give This Christmas

The most interesting whisky gifts to give this Christmas are the bottles that stand out from the crowd. The “you’ll never guess where this is from” whiskies. Expressions that have…

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A bottle of Ninefold Cask Aged RumNinefold Rum: Scotland’s Scratch-Built Spirit

Ninefold is a Scottish rum distillery. Yes, those are a thing. There are lots of impressive rums from Scotland. Dark Matter Spiced Rum, The Gin Bothy, Matugga (and its range of…

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Stockings at ChristmasChristmas Whisky Stocking Fillers That Actually Impress (and Fit Next to the Chocolate Orange)

In need of some Christmas whisky stocking fillers? We’ve got presents that will actually impress without breaking the budget. This Christmas whisky stocking fillers guide is for everyone: the whisky-curious,…

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A bottle of Port Charlotte 10 Year Old surrounded by Christmas decorations and an eggnog. The Best Whisky Eggnog, according to Master of Malt in 2025.The Best Whisky Eggnog Recipe (With a Peaty Twist)

This is the best eggnog recipe you will find this Christmas. Because you are whisky lovers. And so are we. And this is a whisky eggnog recipe. With a peaty…

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Win these rare Glenmorangie Grand Vintage Malts at Master of MaltWin rare Glenmorangie Grand Vintage Malts!

We’re giving two lucky whisky lovers the chance to win bottles from the Glenmorangie Grand Vintage Malt collection – the 1997 and 1996 Bond House No.1 releases. The prizes: Glenmorangie’s…

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The Busker Pot Still Whiskey. pictured here being poured into a Glencairn glass on a caskThe Busker and the Beat of Modern Irish Whiskey

To buy The Busker Irish whiskey from Master of Malt, click the link on the brand’s name, and you’ll be taken to the distillery page shop. Irish whiskey is experiencing…

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Bourbon bottles pictured among presents and holly for Christmas. Angel's Envy is included, part of The Beginner Christmas Whisky Gift Guide at Master of MaltNot a Whisky Drinker? Shop Like A Pro With The Beginner Christmas Whisky Gift Guide

This is the perfect beginner Christmas whisky gift guide. Ideal if you’re new to whisky. New to Christmas whisky. New to gift guides concerning whisky and Christmas whisky alike. Even…

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Michter's Bourbon pictured under a Christmas tree alongisde a cocktail jigger. One of the best whisky gifts 2025Christmas Whisky Gifts For 2025 That’ll Make You the Favourite Child (Finally)

The best whisky gifts for 2025 are the ones that make the giver realise how much time you took to find something they love for Christmas. Thoughtful, story-driven whisky gifts…

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The 12 Drams of Christmas: Whiskies for Every Type of Person You Have to Buy ForThe 12 Drams of Christmas: Whiskies for Every Type of Person You Have to Buy For

Hunting for Christmas whiskies that’ll make your festive season sing? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re buying for the fussy dad, the mum who never wants anything, the sibling…

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WIN a fire pit from Ledaig Scotch Whisky!
WIN a fire pit from Ledaig Scotch Whisky!

Who wants to win a fire pit from Ledaig Scotch Whisky? First things first, it’s pronounced Lay-chig. Lay-chig Scotch whisky. Happy? Good. Let’s explain. Bonfire Night is on the horizon,…

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