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Scotch Whisky news, right here - find out all about the latest releases, reviews and industry news from top Scotch Whisky distilleries such as Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Macallan, Ardbeg, Glenfarclas and Glenfiddich.
Ewan McGregor has raised £135K for charity through whisky auctionEwan McGregor Raises £135K for Charity Through Whisky Auction

Renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor has raised £135,000 for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) after auctioning 150 exclusive bottles from his own personal 1998 cask of Arran single malt whisky…

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Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish WhiskyMore Scotch Whisky Distilleries You Mispronounce

Scotch whisky can be an intimidating drink. It feels like there’s a lot of rules on how to drink or not to drink it. We will always say it’s your…

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Monkey Shoulder whisky advertises that it was made for mixingWhat is Monkey Shoulder Whisky and Why Is It So Popular?

If you’ve been hanging around whisky circles or even the occasional cocktail bar, you’ve probably come across Monkey Shoulder whisky.  It’s one of those whiskies that shot to fame in…

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Ledaig 18 Year Old is one of the best whiskies in the world10 Best Whiskies Under £100

Looking for a fantastic whisky under £100? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just dipping your toes into the world of whisky, there’s something on this…

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Laphroaig Elements 2.0 is available from Master of Malt nowWIN signed Laphroaig Elements Scotch whisky!

OUR WINNER IS… Phil Ventre! Congratulations Phil. Hey, you there. Whisky lover. Come here. I have excellent news. Laphroaig has launched another edition of its Elements whisky. You remember Elements…

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Fettercairn Distillery, now 200 years oldFettercarin Celebrates Its 200th Anniversary

The year 1824 was really something. It’s the year when Beethoven’s 9th (Choral) Symphony, often regarded as his greatest work, premiered. It was the year that “the greatest crime in…

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A bottle of Lindores Thiron, the new release from the Scotch whisky distilleryNew Arrival of the Week: Lindores Thiron

Our new arrival this week comes from Lindores Abbey Distillery in Fife, which has created an annual series of limited releases. Each will celebrate the historic links with the abbey…

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Old casks at Glen GariochHow You Say the Scotch Whisky Distilleries You Mispronounce

Most Scotch whisky distilleries are named after places. A fair few of them have the word ‘glen’ in them. You would think that would make them nice and easy to…

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A Whisky Mac Cocktail with a bottle of Stone's Original Green Ginger Wine and a bagWhisky Mac Cocktail Recipe

The Whisky Mac, short for Whisky Macdonald, is a cocktail that combines whisky and green ginger wine.  It’s a slightly obscure cocktail these days that doesn’t feature on many bar…

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Archive & Myth's vertical tasting of all four core Compass Box expressions in tasting glasses with the full bottles behind them along with a miniature Melba Rob Roy cocktailNew Arrival of the Week: Compass Box Nectarosity

Independent Scotch whisky maker Compass Box has a new whisky that you can buy now. It’s called Nectarosity and we got to taste it last week at the Archive &…

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A bottle of the Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) - Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive) with a glass full of whiskyNew Arrival of the Week: Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) – Micro-Provenance Series (Master of Malt Exclusive)

We’ve got a special Master of Malt exclusive for you this week: Bruichladdich 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 2222) – Micro-Provenance Series!  Remy Cointreau has produced this Islay single malt…

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People enjoying Tomatin The Sherry CollectionNew Arrival of the Week: Tomatin The Sherry Collection

Tomatin Distillery has unveiled a trio of new single malts as part of a range called The Sherry Collection.  It celebrates sherry’s “modern renaissance”, driven in part by the growing…

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Glenmorangie The Original 12 Year OldGlenmorangie The Original becomes Glenmorangie 12 Year Old

Big news from Glenmorangie: Glenmorangie The Original 10 Year Old is being replaced by Glenmorangie The Original 12 Year Old. Out with the old, in with the older The Highland…

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Glendronach aged 50 yearsWhy Do Most Scotch Whiskies Start Their Names With Glen?

Glenfiddich, Glenlivet, Glenmorangie, Glen Grant, Glengoyne, Glenfarclas, Glen Scotia, Glen Garioch, Glen Moray, Glen Keith, Glen Elgin, Glen Spey, Glenkinchie, Glen Ord, Glendullan, Glenrothes, GlenAllachie, Glencadam, Glenglassaugh, Glenturret, Glentauchers, Glenlossie,…

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What Are The Most Expensive Whiskies In The World?What Are The Most Expensive Whiskies In The World?

You wanted a list of the most expensive whiskies in the world, so here they are. What makes these whiskies expensive? Age is usually a factor. Rarity too. As well…

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Fragrant Drops WhiskyMaster of Malt Tastes… Fragrant Drops Single Cask Whiskies

We’ve just got in some extremely rare single malt whiskies and more from Fragrant Drops including perhaps the best single malt I’ve tasted this year. Fragrant Drops is an independent…

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