peatWhat is the best peaty whisky?

The term “best” is subjective when it comes to anything, never mind whisky. Taste comes down to personal preference. If you enjoy bold, medicinal flavours with a heavy smoke profile,…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
London Cocktail WeekNew Arrival of the Week: Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye

Presenting a new whisky exclusive to Master of Malt: Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye. Launched this week as part of our Cask Influence campaign, which celebrates the variety of casks…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
A furious woman shouting to smart phone at home, who could be engaging in defamation, slander, or libelUser Reviews: we want to hear from you

User Reviews are very important to us here at Master of Malt. You may have noticed that you when buy a product from Master of Malt, you get asked to…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
Crown Royal whisky is the biggest selling Canadian whisky in the worldWhat is the best-selling whisky brand in the world?

The best-selling whisky brand in the world is Johnnie Walker.  Thanks for playing, everyone. Oh, ok. We’ll explain a little more. Because working out what the best-selling whisky brand in…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
The story of Stauning HøstThe story of Stauning Høst

We love a bit of rye whisky from Denmark’s Stauning Distillery. So it’s always exciting when more of it hits our virtual shelves. This week, we’ll mostly be drinking:  Stauning…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
The Fielden Harvest 2019 Rye Whisky labelNew Arrival of the Week: Fielden Harvest 2019 Rye Whisky

Our new arrival this week is a whisky that is all about farming and not so much about Oxford: Fielden Harvest 2019 Rye Whisky. What makes this English whisky interesting?…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
The Paul John Indian Whisky Distillery, where Michael d'Souza is master blenderThe big interview: Michael d’Souza, Paul John whisky master distiller

Indian whisky is in a fascinating place right now. The country is the biggest consumer of Scotch whisky in the world by volume and value, but its domestic product is…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
Affordable whisky in glasses raised in cheers by budget-conscious drinkersAffordable whiskies for the budget-conscious drinker

This is our round-up of affordable whiskies for the budget-conscious drinker. Whisky doesn’t have to be expensive. Great flavour can come with affordability. The bottles we’ve picked allow you to…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
The Very Old & Rare Whisky Collection, a cabinet of rare find whiskyAmazing old and rare whisky to order now

Old and rare whisky alert!  We know lots of you love getting your hands on the most incredible whisky you can find. Who among us doesn’t feel a tinge of…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
A person is holding a glass of pink drink with a flower on topTropical rum drinks for sunny autumn days

Tropical rum drinks are perfect for bringing a touch of sunshine into crisp autumn days. Whether you’re enjoying the last warm rays of sun or bringing the tropics into your…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell
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…

Adam O'ConnellAdam O'Connell