There are whiskies, and then there are high-strength whiskies. Whiskies in bold. Whiskies. Like that. The kind that clock in at 50% ABV or more, pack your palate with flavour, and…
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Category: Top 10s
We love putting top 10 lists together that focus on Whisky/Whiskey, Tequila, Rum, Gin, other drinks and trends. So, here is a whole bunch of them – in one place – for your delight and delectation!
There’s also some top 5’s here too – we just like making lists of our favourite things!
Yes, whisky. Even when the sun’s out. After a spring that actually remembered how to be sunny, the good times keep coming in the UK. In this heat, you need…
Once 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. …
Some bottles are made to be shared. Others are made to make headlines. Controversial spirits are nothing new and over the years there’s been numerous examples. Whether they ruffled feathers…
In case you missed it, English whisky is on the rise. It’s in the process of attaining a shiny new GI (Geographical Indication) – causing a stir north of the…
American whiskey isn’t just one thing. It’s a sprawling, character-packed category filled with history, innovation, and, most importantly, flavour. There’s an American whiskey for every mood and moment. Here are…
Saint Patrick’s Day Irish cream liqueurs, poitín, rum, and gin might not be on your shopping list, but here’s why you’re wrong. Luxuriously smooth Irish cream liqueurs go beyond Baileys…
Need Saint Patrick’s Day whiskeys? You’re in the right place. Leave a comment below with any bottles you love and buy whiskey by clicking on the product links below. Saint…
Need Valentine’s Day Drinks? Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone or indulging in some self-love, you’ll want something to toast this Valentine’s Day with. Why not make that drink…
Gin is made with juniper. But after that, you can add whatever ingredients you want. Over the years, distillers have become creative, more daring, and sometimes borderline unhinged with their…
Here’s a roundup of seven new whisky arrivals you need to try from us, Master of Malt! These selections cater to collectors, casual sippers, and everyone in between, providing something…
Here are 3 of the best Oloroso Whiskies to try for 2025. Oloroso sherry casks have become a cornerstone of whisky maturation, prized for the rich, bold flavours they impart…
Here’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…
The 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…
Here’s our Top 10 best Burns Night whiskies for 2025. One of the biggest dates in the year for Scotch whisky fans approaches – Burns Night! Every January we give…
Here’s our 10 trend-setting whiskies to try in 2025. This is a selection of whiskies that are setting the standards, turning heads, and redefining the whisky scene for 2025. We’ve…
Here’s our round-up of the top 10 best Islay whiskies to try in 2025. Islay whisky is the world’s most enigmatic. Nowhere quite conjures more romantic notions and images of…
The 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…
Why 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,…
Here’s Master of Malt’s Top 10 New Year’s Eve 2024 Drinks. Let’s face it, a lot of people have turned on New Year’s Eve. The over-priced, watered-down drinks. The insane…