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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.
Old Hickory cocktailCocktail of the Week: The Old Hickory

This week’s cocktail is a vermouth-heavy concoction named after a hard as nails American president. It’s called the Old Hickory and it’s delicious. Old Hickory was a nickname for General…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Strawberries and champagne during WimbledonDrinks for Wimbledon 2021

Whether you’re a massive tennis fan or just watch to see how Andy Murray is doing, Wimbledon is always more fun with the right drink in your hand. So from…

Master of MaltMaster of Malt
Rev Hubert Garden LiqueurNew Arrival of the Week: Reverend Hubert Garden Gin Liqueur

We have a Master of Malt exclusive, a special gin liqueur, perfect for summer sipping. To tell us more, we speak to one of the people behind Reverend Hubert Garden…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
The Gin RickeyCocktail of the Week: The Gin Rickey

The sun is out, warmer days are here and so a classic summertime cooler is called for. Luckily we’ve got just the thing: The Gin Rickey. Ah, The Rickey. One…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
Booze by musiciansBooze by musicians, perfect for Father’s Day!

Want to really spoil dad this year? Get him something boozy and brilliant by a band or artist he loves. Booze by musicians is the perfect gift for Father’s Day. Fathers….

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
Timorous Beastie: Meet the BeastNew Arrival of the Week: Timorous Beastie: Meet the Beast

Today a fearsome whisky has arrived at Master of Malt. It’s a blended malt from Douglas Laing, a special ex-bourbon cask 54.9% ABV monster called Timorous Beastie: Meet The Beast….

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Disco Picante - great mezcal cocktailsCocktail of the Week: The Disco Picante

This week we’re shaking up one of the snazziest-looking cocktails we’ve seen in a while. It’s sexy, it’s spicy and it’s called the Disco Picante! And for the second week…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Capreolus-Distillery-Garden-Swift-perry-pear-Eau-de-Vie--7956New Arrival of the Week: Capreolus Perry Pear 2019

We’re toasting the first day of  June with a very special vintage English pear brandy from the Cotswolds, made by someone who brings a whole new level of artistry to…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Boozy Lime and Vodka Kamikaze ShotsCocktail of the Week: The Kamikaze

A shot that mixes vodka, triple sec and lime, the Kamikaze is a party drink. And its most famous slinger is everyone’s favourite fictional bartender… In the words of the…

Lucy BritnerLucy Britner
Top ten malt whiskies for Father’s DayTop ten malt whiskies for Father’s Day

If your old man is a whisky fan, he’s going to love one of these bottles turning up on his doorstep on Sunday 20 June. In our top ten malt…

Master of MaltMaster of Malt
Domaine Dupont 12 year old CalvadosNew Arrival of the Week: Domaine Dupont 12 Year Old Calvados

Just this week a load of delicious apple brandies has just landed at MoM towers, fresh off the boat from Normandy. So we’re shining our New Arrival spotlight on one…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Stone FenceCocktail of the Week: The Stone Fence

Bourbon and cider come together to create one of the cocktail world’s more simple but obscure serves. From Connecticut to east London, we explore the hazy life of the Stone…

Millie MillikenMillie Milliken
Dry Martini with oliveFive great gins from around the world

We’re having a gin festival at Master of Malt this week so on the blog we’re highlighting five great gins that show the sheer diversity that can be found in…

Master of MaltMaster of Malt
La Dama del Abrigo Rojo Nebbiolo 2018New Arrival of the Week: La Dama del Abrigo Rojo 2018

This week we’re cracking open a delicious bottle of Argentine red made with a grape variety from Piedmont in Northern Italy and named after a mysterious woman in red, La…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Suffering Bastard (credit: Misti Traya)Cocktail of the Week: The Suffering Bastard

This week there’s been a whisky focus at Master of Malt what with World Whisky Day coming up, whereas next week it’s all about gin. So for our Cocktail of…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Pinkster Spritz Raspberry & HibiscusNew Arrival of the Week: Pinkster Spritz Raspberry & Hibiscus

Now that the sun is out again finally we’re in the mood for a nice, refreshing Spritz. Good thing Pinkster Spritz Raspberry & Hibiscus has turned up on our doorstep…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell