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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.
Glen Grant: What is the Secret to this Speysider’s Success?Glen Grant is a whisky distillery in Rothes, Speyside. It was founded in 1840. It’s one of the world’s best-selling single malt Scotch whiskies. It was a brand before brands…
The Singleton’s New Gourmand Collection ReviewedSometimes Mondays aren’t so bad. Yesterday, I headed to a tasting of The Singleton’s new Gourmand Collection at No. 41 Burlington Arcade, Mayfair, upstairs in the boutique and tasting rooms…
Free Whisky, Anyone? Compass Box Gives Away 61 BottlesNever one to play it safe, Compass Box is making waves again. This time, by giving away 61 bottles of whisky. For FREE! The brand is releasing Scot-Free, the world’s…
Sazerac Takes Flight with Hawk’s Rock DistilleryThe distillery formerly known as Lough Gill has a new name: Hawk’s Rock Distillery. Sazerac Company – the spirits giant behind Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Pappy Van Winkle –…
A Day in the Life of a Whisky Distillery – With Copper RivetEver wondered what a typical day looks like at a whisky distillery? We spent the day at Copper Rivet Distillery in Chatham, Kent, to see how the magic happens –…
Jameson vs. Bushmills: Irish Whiskey Face-OffIn the Irish whiskey aisle, two names dominate the conversation – Jameson vs. Bushmills. Yes, the Irish whiskey renaissance has broadened our horizons. And our options. But these two remain…
An In-Depth Look At The Rise of GlenturretGlenturret might be Scotland’s oldest working distillery, but it’s not stuck in the past. Tucked into a scenic glen in Crieff, Perthshire, the Highland whisky maker has been producing the…
Dr Squid Gin Is Back, But Why Is It So Popular?It’s back. Is it a Kraken? Is it a mermaid? A, wait, that’s just another Kraken, isn’t it? No, it’s Dr Squid Gin! Yes, the best thing inspired by brainy…
Top 10 Rye Whiskies from Outside North AmericaOnce upon a time, rye whisky was seen as a strictly North American pursuit – all spice and swagger, hailing from strongholds of Pennsylvania and Canada. But that’s changing fast. …
How to Pair Whisky with ChocolateWhisky and chocolate are two of life’s great pleasures. When paired properly, they make a mighty fine combo. But it’s not easy to do well. This guide will help you…
Reviewing: The Glendronach The Master’s AnthologyThree bold single malts, one distillery, and a whole lot of sherry-soaked splendour. The Glendronach has unveiled its latest opus: The Master’s Anthology – a trio of Highland single malts…
Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Six: Tasting the Last DropsThere are rare whiskies, and then there’s this. Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Six is the final release from the Old Midleton Distillery – a series-capping drop that’s as…
Chichibu: How it Became a Cult ClassicThe fourth instalment of On The Way, Chichibu Distillery’s cult-status single malt series, has just been announced. Which means I get the excuse to talk about a very fine distillery….
Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Oak vs. Highland Park 12 Year OldTwo single malts. One ultimate dram-off: Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Oak vs. Highland Park 12 Year Old. The world of sherried Scotch whisky is a rich and fruity one….
The First-Ever English Whisky Week Launches in April!The English whisky scene has been quietly booming for years – and now it’s getting a proper spotlight. The very first English Whisky Week (EWW) has been announced, running from…
What Happens to Whisky Waste?From animal feed to cosmetics, it’s not just the spirit that’s evolving. Even how we deal with whisky waste is getting smarter. For years, the by-products of whisky distillation –…
