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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.
A bottle of Domaine des Hautes Glaces Indigene Organic Whisky against a backdrop of grainWhat Does Provenance In Whisky Actually Mean?

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…

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In Pictures: Look Inside The New Eden Mill DistilleryIn Pictures: Look Inside The New Eden Mill Distillery

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…

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A black and white photograph of Bessie Williamson, a legendary figure at LaphroaigWomen in Whisky: Past and Present

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…

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Glen Moray single malt being poured into a Glencairn glass. It's an example here of premium whisky that doesn't have a premium price tagBudget vs Premium: Navigating Cost and Quality in Whisky

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,…

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Best 10 Cask‑Strength Whiskies for Winter NightsBest 10 Cask‑Strength Whiskies for Winter Nights

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…

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A man sprinkles a garnish on The Sweet & Nutty Affogato, a whisky cocktail from Johnnie WalkerNutty and Spiced Whisky Cocktail Recipes

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…

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Reverly at the Fèis Ìle Islay festival, one of the key dates in the whisky calendarA Guide To UK Whisky and Rum Festivals

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…

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Toki Highballs are a perfect summer drinkBest 10 Affordable Whiskies in 2025

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,…

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Win extraordinary Ardbeg whisky!Win extraordinary Ardbeg whisky!

Find out how you can win extraordinary Ardbeg whisky here! Islay whisky distillery Ardbeg creates some of the most beloved whiskies in the world. That’s why we know you’ll be excited…

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Retro whisky cocktails are back. Here’s how to make them rightRetro Whisky Cocktails Are Back. Here’s How To Make Them Right

Retro whisky cocktails are back. I’m sure for some of you, they never went away. Maybe you have a soft spot for disco-era drinks. Back in the 70s and 80s,…

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Exploring unique cask finishesExploring Unique Cask Finishes

Here are 10 whiskies with unique cask finishes. Got any suggestions? Leave a comment below. A glorious wave of experimentation has turned cask finishing from a nerdy footnote into a…

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Distillers One of One smashes records with £2.9 million charity haulDistillers One of One Smashes Records With £2.9 million Charity Haul

The third edition of The Distillers One of One whisky auction raised an astonishing £2.9 million. Soaring past its pre-sale estimate of £1.4 million, it set a new record for…

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The Not-so Quiet Rebels: Nc’Nean’s People-First WhiskyThe Not-so Quiet Rebels: Nc’nean’s People-First Whisky

Nc’nean is green. It’s the poster-child of whisky’s sustainable, organic, renewable, net-zero, B Corp-certified future. Led by Annabel Thomas from her family’s farm in Drimnin, over the last decade, it…

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Cut Your Wolf Loose: The joy of finding a great new whisky barCut Your Wolf Loose: The Joy of Finding a Great New Whisky Bar

Brighton isn’t short of characterful bars, but there’s one spot that whisky fans have been hyping for years: Cut Your Wolf Loose (CYWL). After far too many recommendations and missed…

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Best 10 premium smoky whiskiesBest 10 Premium Smoky Whiskies

Smoke lovers, gather round. Here’s our selection of the best 10 premium smoky whiskies you can buy right now. We’ve gone beyond just the legendary Islay drams to bold experiments…

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Win a Glen Scotia prize bundle!Win a Glen Scotia whisky bundle!

Campbeltown whisky fans, this one’s for you. We’re celebrating the launch of the brand-new Glen Scotia 12 Year Old by teaming up with the distillery to give away a Glen…

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