Emma Symons
Emma Symons is a content executive at Master of Malt, where she has been working since 2014. Starting her days in the customer service department, she soon became immersed in the world of spirits with a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge. Having gained in-depth product experience, and qualifications as both a WSET Educator, and in its level three Spirits course, she now writes product-related content for the Master of Malt website and social media. You'll usually find Emma out taking photos, rummaging in junk shops, or anywhere that there's a tasting happening.
Top 10 Rums for a DaiquiriHere are 10 of the best rums for a Daiquiri cocktail. By no means all of the best rums, though – which favourites would you add to the list? Comment…
Tasting the Mount Gay Single Estate Series with Trudiann BrankerThe annual Mount Gay Single Estate Series has reached its third year. Each is a step towards redefining Barbadian rum, tracing every drop from cane to cask. For 2025, we’re…
American Whiskey Cocktails for SummerFind top recipes for American whiskey cocktails for summer here. Click the links on the product names to purchase. London’s famous Connaught Bar at the historic Connaught Hotel is serving…
What is Navy Strength Gin?While there is no legal definition for Navy Strength gin, you’ll still find many producers offering one as part of their range, so what does the term mean? Essentially, it…
A new era of Antiquary blended whiskyThe Antiquary lays claim to being one of Scotland’s oldest whisky brands and with its range of impressively aged blended whisky having just undergone a revamp, we’re taking a closer…
Top 10: great gift ideas for Father’s DayFather’s Day is on the way, so now is the time to whittle down that list of ideas and settle on a good present! Let’s face it, a bottle of…
5 Father’s Day whisky gift ideas for dadIf your dad is a whisky lover, then you’ll want something impressive to present on Father’s Day, which is coming soon don’t you know? There are tonnes of excellent ideas…
The best white rums to buy right nowThe term ‘white rum’ covers a lot of ground, but it is often used by producers, retailers and drinkers as a broad descriptor for rum with no, or very little…
John MacDonald retires as Balblair distillery managerWith the news of Balblair’s longstanding distillery manager John MacDonald’s retirement, we thought we’d pay him a visit at the historic Highland Scotch whisky distillery and have taste of some…
Which country makes the best dark rum?Spoiler alert, everyone’s answer to this question is going to be different. It’s down to personal preference and palate, and with the descriptor ‘dark rum’ covering such a vast array…
Five mezcal brands to exploreYou could describe mezcal as a characterful cousin of Tequila. Hailing from Mexico, it’s an artisanal agave spirit that stands out for its complex, diverse characteristics and rich heritage. For…
Best weeknight whiskiesThere’s no need to break the bank when it comes to buying a decent bottle of whisky, if you search wisely, there are all sorts of affordable gems to discover. …
There are thousands of gins in our range, so when it comes to finding the right bottle to impress even the most discerning of gin drinkers, where to begin? Understanding…
8 great brandy and Cognac cocktailsHow many brandy or Cognac-based cocktails can you name? Better still, how many do you know how to make? Perhaps a few more once we’re done here… Brandy is the…
What are the best extra añejo Tequila brands?Agave spirits are enjoying increasing popularity these days, and we’re seeing plenty of high end, well aged expressions catering to a growing interest in premium extra añejo Tequila. We produce…
How to make the perfect Mezcal NegroniNegronis and mezcal are two things in the drinks world that will never go out of fashion, so it makes perfect sense that their paths now cross in a collision…
