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Category: Whisky
Check out the all latest news relating to whisky – including Scotch Whisky, American Whiskey, Irish Whiskey, Japanese Whisky; whisky styles including single malt, blended malt, blended whisky and grain whisky; top whisky-producing regions like Islay, Speyside and The Highlands; and top distilleries and brands like Ardbeg, Balvenie, Glenfarclas, Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Lagavulin, Laphroaig and Macallan.
Ho ho ho! The mince pies are multiplying, and the festive panic is brewing gently under the surface. It’s time for another #WhiskySanta Super Wish! This week’s whisky is an…
Who wants to win a Trip to Islay with Laphroaig? Come see where the smoke begins with Master of Malt. The rugged home of peated perfection awaits. We’re talking flights,…
Prakaan arrives with intent. Thailand has long produced spirits, but the world has never been asked to take Thai whisky seriously. Most drinkers outside the country know Mekhong, a spirit…
The most interesting whisky gifts to give this Christmas are the bottles that stand out from the crowd. The “you’ll never guess where this is from” whiskies. Expressions that have…
In need of some Christmas whisky stocking fillers? We’ve got presents that will actually impress without breaking the budget. This Christmas whisky stocking fillers guide is for everyone: the whisky-curious,…
This is the best eggnog recipe you will find this Christmas. Because you are whisky lovers. And so are we. And this is a whisky eggnog recipe. With a peaty…
It’s time for #WhiskySanta to reveal the first ‘Super Wish’ of 2025… UPDATE: Congratulations to @water_of_life_reviews who had their wish granted! Ho-ho-ho! Yes, things are really heating up now! (Or…
To buy The Busker Irish whiskey from Master of Malt, click the link on the brand’s name, and you’ll be taken to the distillery page shop. Irish whiskey is experiencing…
The best whisky gifts for 2025 are the ones that make the giver realise how much time you took to find something they love for Christmas. Thoughtful, story-driven whisky gifts…
Hunting for Christmas whiskies that’ll make your festive season sing? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re buying for the fussy dad, the mum who never wants anything, the sibling…
As foretold, the bearded bringer of boozy joy has returned! #WhiskySanta is back for Christmas 2025 with a sleigh-load (£750,000-worth!) of whisky and spirits pressies for you. Ho-Ho-Ho! #WhiskySanta here….
In whisky, provenance is one of those terms that gets tossed around so often that it risks losing meaning. It can seem like just a posh word for “where a…
Eden Mill has officially swung open the doors to its brand-new distillery and visitor centre. The sleek, sustainable showpiece that will create whisky and gin for the brand sits right…
The history of women in whisky is as long as the history of whisky. Not that you would know that from the way the story is so often told. Even…
Whisky always sparks debate, not just about flavour. Value too. Is that £25 bottle good enough? Should you stretch to something three times the price? Today’s climate means rising prices,…
These are the best 10 cask‑strength whiskies for winter nights. The full-throttle, no-holds-barred, all rock, plenty o’ roll bottles that would put even more hair on Tom Selleck’s chest. Why…
Whisky contains a world of flavour within. Two of the most prominent elements are baking or winter spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice) and nuttiness. You can bring both to the…
This is the definitive guide to UK whisky and rum festivals for the rest of 2025 and into 2026. The drinks festival is where spirits come alive. From masterclasses and…
Looking for the best affordable whiskies in 2025? You don’t need a platinum card to drink well. From smoky Scotch and smooth bourbon to rich Indian malts and inventive blends,…