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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.
Project #173 Black Cherry RumThe best rum to buy at any price

Rum is a unique spirit which has captured the hearts of connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike. Originating in the 17th-century Caribbean, rum has a rich and often tragic history. It’s…

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Procera African juniperThe best gin to buy at any price

Gin is a spirit as diverse as it is unique, tracing its roots back to the Dutch jenevers of the 17th century. Since that time, numerous styles and types of…

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Tobermory 25 Year Old is a fine example of an oloroso sherry caskOur top 10 whiskies of the year | 2023

There was so much whisky launched in 2023 that it can be hard to keep track of all the big releases. Luckily we’ve been keeping a beady eye on the…

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French 75 Cocktail of the WeekHow to make the perfect French 75

We don’t know about you but here at Master of Malt we are always down with the latest trends. And according to TikTok the big drink of 2024 is going…

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Craigellachie DistilleryNew Arrival of the Week: Craigellachie 17 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)

It would be fair to say that Craigellachie distillery is something of a favourite among the team here at Master of Malt. We love the classic Craigellachie 13 Year Old…

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A bartender sprinkling orange peel juice into a cocktail glassWhat is the best dark rum?

Rum – the sumptuous spirit of sunshine. We love it, especially dark rum, whether it’s in a beautiful Rum Old-Fashioned, a Dark and Stormy or Mai Tai, or neat and…

Michael OrsonMichael Orson
Lakes Whiskymakers Reserve is a great after-dinner whiskyTop 10 after dinner whiskies for Christmas

You’ve got through the smoked salmon, the turkey, the ham, the pigs in blankets, the devils on horseback, the roast potatoes, gravy, sprouts, Christmas pud, Port and Stilton. Time for…

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What the Master of Malt team really want for Christmas
What the Master of Malt team really want for Christmas

We’ve done a fair few Christmas round-ups this month and last. We think we’ve covered most bases for lovers of whisky and other spirits. Now, however, it’s the big one:…

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After dinner drinks for ChristmasTop 10 after dinner drinks for Christmas

You’ve polished off the turkey, nibbled the Stilton, and eaten more mince pies than you care to recall. Forget about a wafer thin mint, what you need is an after…

Henry JeffreysHenry Jeffreys
Boozy Maple Bacon Old Fashioned Cocktail with BourbonUpgrade your Old Fashioned cocktail this Christmas

It’s just a blend of whiskey, bitters, sugar and ice, but the Old Fashioned is one of the all time great cocktails. What we love about it is that it’s…

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Nomad blended whiskyTasting Nomad blended whisky

When is a whisky distilled in Scotland not a Scotch whisky? When it’s been aged and bottled outside Scotland. No, I’m not referring to some Japanese blends, I’m talking about…

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Nyetimber with smoked salmon - SParkling wine for ChristmasTop 10 Champagne and sparkling wines for Christmas

From high end Champagnes to delicious good value Prosecco, not forgetting some quality English fizz, these are our top ten Champagne and sparkling wines for Christmas. Ah the pop of…

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Filey BaY SHERRY CASKNew Arrival of the Week: Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #4

There are many drinks that claim to be Christmas in a glass but we think that a new release from the Spirit of Yorkshire distillery might well take the biscuit,…

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Caol Ila 14 Year Old - Black Friday (Master of Malt)We’ve launched our first ever Black Friday whisky!

Our first ever Black Friday bottling is here: Caol Ila 14 Year Old – Black Friday! Click on the link to get your bottle now. Caol Ila 14 Year Old…

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Arran 17 year old in warehouse with casks of whiskyNew Arrival of the Week: Arran 17 Year Old

We’re starting the week with a very special limited edition single malt from one of our favourite independent distilleries. It’s Arran 17 Year Old! The Isle of Arran Distillery has…

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Black Bottle Island SmokeGuide to cheap whisky

From Canadian blends in incredible value single malts, here’s a guide to affordable whisky. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a great bottle.  When I…

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