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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.
The results are in! The World Whiskies Awards USA 2025 has named its top bourbons and American whiskeys, highlighting the best in class across a variety of categories. Whether you’re…
‘Craft whisky’ is flying right now. Searches on Master of Malt are up 16% in the last quarter alone. Retailers like Selfridges have reported a doubling in demand for limited-edition…
Why are fine-dining restaurants embracing whisky? Because it’s delicious. That’s the tl;dr version of this article. Whisky and food pairings Traditionally this space was all about wine. Still, no drink…
Our Instant Whisky Expert Series with Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys simplifies everything whisky. Whether it’s decoding labels, understanding peat, or learning how to pronounce those challenging names, this series…
Chivas Regal and Johnnie Walker are two of the most recognisable names in Scotch whisky. The blends have long competed for the affection of whisky drinkers worldwide. There’s little to…
Win trips to each Scotch whisky region! Trips to Lagavulin, Glen Scotia, The Glenlivet, Tobermory, Glenkinchie, and The Dalmore Distillery Estate await. We’re taking you to Scotch whisky’s five regions…
Mortlach Distillery calls itself the “Beast of Dufftown”. This refers to the muscular whisky it makes, rich in sulphur, umami, and dark fruit notes. Its fearsome reputation, created through its…
How to Nose like a pro: Join Alwynne Gwilt in Our Instant Whisky Expert Series for a deep dive into the whisky world. You’ll learn to appreciate Scotch and American…
Here’s 5 more famous whisky lovers. Got any suggestions? Comment below. You probably know lots of people who love whisky. We certainly do. Fine folks all of them. Some of…
The Glenlivet 40 Year Old recently became not only the oldest permanent expression from the Speyside distillery to date but one of the most extravagant additions to any core range…
How to Taste like a pro: Take the first step toward whisky mastery with Our Instant Whisky Expert Series. Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys will guide you through tasting techniques,…
Need Valentine’s Day Drinks? Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone or indulging in some self-love, you’ll want something to toast this Valentine’s Day with. Why not make that drink…
Glengoyne 25 Year Old has secured top honours in The Whiskey Wash’s 2025 awards by winning the award for Best Scotch Whisky. The Highland distillery’s single malt is renowned for…
The whisky industry is long rooted in tradition but it is stepping up to address modern challenges. None are as pressing as working to reduce its environmental impact. From Scotland…
Understanding the label: Scotch whisky. Let Our Instant Whisky Expert Series with Alwynne Gwilt help you become the whisky expert you’ve always wanted to be. From the basics of Scotch…
Glenmorangie Whisky reveals its new global campaign today starring Harrison Ford. The cinematic legend takes the lead role in a series of episodic films called Once Upon a Time in…
Daftmill 15 Year Old is here! Daftmill Distillery has gained a near-mythical status among whisky enthusiasts. The Lowland distillery, nestled in a farm in the heart of Fife, Scotland, has…
The future of UK whisky exports isn’t exactly bright. Several key markets demonstrate potential, but the numbers don’t make for the prettiest reading. Which markets are set to grow in…
Here’s a roundup of seven new whisky arrivals you need to try from us, Master of Malt! These selections cater to collectors, casual sippers, and everyone in between, providing something…