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Here, we review, talk and enthuse about new whisky, rum, tequila and gin and keep you posted on what’s new in the drinks industry.
New Arrival of the Week: Kyrö MoM Cask ExclusiveNew Arrival of the Week: Kyrö MoM Cask Exclusive

This week we’re shining our New Arrival spotlight on a fabulous single cask rye from Finland and it’s only available from Master of Malt. It is the mighty Kyrö MoM…

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The Queen's Platinum JubileeWhisky recommendations for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

This year the Queen celebrates 70 years on the throne to become the longest reigning of all British monarchs. Which we think deserves a toast. So if you’re raising a…

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vermouth - National Cocktail Day 2024Cocktail of the Week: the Americano

This week’s cocktail unites two of Italy’s great aperitifs, Campari from Milan and Martini Rosso from Turin, in one glass. It’s the Americano! The Americano used to be called the…

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Is whisky gluten free?What we will be buying for Father’s Day

With a certain special day on the horizon, we were discussing in the office what we might buy our own dear dads to say thank you for putting up with…

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Whisky bargains for Christmas - GReen IsleExpand your whisky horizons

With Father’s Day coming up, we’re looking at alternatives to some of our favourite bottles if you’re looking to expand your whisky horizons.  It’s very easy to get stuck in…

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Taylor's Very Very Old Tawny Port - Platinum Jubilee (1).jpg RSNew Arrival of the Week: Taylor’s Very Very Old Tawny Port

Our New Arrival of the Week is a great way to celebrate the Queen’s 70 years on the throne and would also make a great Father’s Day gift for the…

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The Master of Malt Gin FesitvalComing soon: The Master of Malt Gin Festival

Our virtual Gin Festival is coming next week, with several brands each getting a turn in the spotlight on our social platforms. Here we tease what’s to come… The sun…

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Cocktail of the Week: The Silent ThirdCocktail of the Week: The Silent Third

With World Whisky Day coming up, we’re shaking a cocktail that’s very much like a Sidecar, but made with Scotch instead of Cognac. It’s called the Silent Third. I’m just…

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Hendrick's NeptuniaNew Arrival of the Week: Hendrick’s Neptunia

A brand new creation from the mind of Hendrick’s Gin master distiller Lesley Gracie has appeared. It’s called Neptunia and it aims to capture the Scottish seaside in a bottle……

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Grey Goose EssencesCocktail of the Week: The Strawberry & Lemongrass Blush

Today, we’re putting some new flavoured spirits from Grey Goose through their paces. Called Grey Goose Essences, they come in three flavours and we’ve picked one in particular to make…

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world whiskiesSeven out-of-this-world whiskies

We’re enjoying whisky from all across our glorious globe this week, with drams from Japan, Australia, Scotland, and America all featuring. You might have read on blogs like ours that…

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Tequila and mezcals Cinco de MayoTop ten Tequila and mezcal for Cinco de Mayo

Our Mexican week coverage continues with some agave recommendations featuring colour-changing spirits, celebrity-backed bottlings and even a collection of 12 drams. Here are our Tequila and mezcal for Cinco de Mayo….

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Glen Scotia Festival Release 2022New Arrival of the Week: Glen Scotia Festival Release 2022

Festival bottlings are always exciting, and in honour of this year’s Campbeltown Malts Festival Glen Scotia has released a very special whisky!  To celebrate the return of the Campbeltown Malts…

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The Bronx - Prohibition cocktailsCocktail of the Week: The Bronx

This week’s cocktail conjures up images of wild Jazz Age parties and all manner of ‘20s excesses. A mixture of gin, orange juice, sweet and dry vermouth, it’s the Bronx!…

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Staritsky-levitsky-private-cellar-martini-temp1Top ten vodkas with flavour

Forget gin, the next big thing in the drinks world is going to be… vodka. Yes, really. But don’t think it’s just about cold alcohol, the very best vodkas are…

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Chateau TariquetNew Arrival of the Week: Château du Tariquet Armagnac

It’s double trouble this week as we’re shining the New Arrival spotlight on two great Armagnacs from Château du Tariquet, the single varietal cask strength 12 Year Old Pure Folle…

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