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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 the Heck is American Whiskey?What the heck is American whiskey? Join drinks experts Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys as they guide you through everything you need to know to become a whisky expert. From…
Best Robert Burns Quotes On WhiskyRobert Burns wrote some of the most famous words ever written about whisky. The Scottish poet had a fond appreciation for whisky often reflected in his poetry, as we’ve already…
Top 10 Whiskies That Showcase Warm Weather MaturationHere’s our Top 10 whiskies that showcase warm weather maturation! Where whisky is matured matters. A warm climate develops distinct characteristics due to the accelerated interaction between the spirit, the…
Ardbeg House Opens for Whisky TouristsWho’s ready to live their best smoky life? Ardbeg House has officially opened for bookings. This highly anticipated new accommodation on Islay is set to open in Autumn 2025, but…
Where in the World is Whisky Made? Become an Instant Whisky ExpertWhere in the world is whisky made? With Our Instant Whisky Expert Series, Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys will take you on a journey through the world of whisky. From…
Top 10 Trend-Setting Rums to Try in 2025The rum world is on fire right now—and not just because of the Scotch Bonnet peppers. Here’s our top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025. From innovative techniques and…
Do You Want to Become an Instant Whisky Expert?Instant Whisky Expert status could be yours. Join drink experts Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys as they explain how to go from novice to expert in all things whisky. They’ll…
How The Glendronach Is Winning Over Sherry LoversThe Glendronach makes sherried whisky. The kind that’s dark, rich, fruity and nutty. Drink it and think of Christmas. Sip it and you sing C(S)herry Bomb by The Runaways in…
Top 10 Best Islay Whiskies To TryCurious about Islay whisky? Here’s our round-up of the top 10 best Islay whiskies to try. Islay whisky is the world’s most enigmatic. Nowhere quite conjures more romantic notions and…
Our Tips for 2025: The Best Gin to Buy at any PriceThe best Gin to buy at any price awaits, from under £25 to over £80 of gin indulgence! Gin’s reign as the versatile, beloved spirit for all shows no signs…
The Best Whisky Festivals 2025 Around The World You Can’t MissThe whisky festival is a rite of passage these days. Are you even a true whisky drinker if you haven’t stood in a room full of people fighting for the…
Top 10 Whiskies You Need To Try in 2025Why stick with the same whisky you had last year when there’s a new favourite waiting to be discovered? We’ve rounded up 10 whiskies you need to try in 2025,…
Angel’s Envy: A Hidden GemThis is the story of how a legendary whiskey maker came out of retirement to pioneer cask-finished bourbon with his son and, in the process, created one of the standout…
Top Whisky Distilleries To Watch Out For In 2025There are lots of whisky distilleries to watch out for in 2025. While new whisky distilleries are always exciting, we’ve selected a few here that have very much caught our…
Top 10 Gins of the Year 2024Gin has had a good 2024. The great gin renaissance of the 21st century was predicted to fizzle out, a big bubble whose burst was inevitable. Instead, a lot of…
Top 10 Rums of the Year 2024This is Master of Malt’s Top 10 Rums of the Year 2024. See anything missing? Send us your suggestions in the comments. Rum always needs to have a defining year….
