A bottle of Glenfiddich Grand Cru, from one of the world's biggest whisky brandsGlenfiddich: pioneer of the single malt

Glenfiddich is the giant of Scotch whisky. Its single malt Scotch whisky sold 16.8 million bottles in 2018 and is either the biggest or second-biggest single malt Scotch brand in…

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The NightcapWhat is the best budget gin?

With times so hard at the minute, it’s become essential to be adept in the art of bargain hunting. But you don’t need to go through the trouble of trying…

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Mezcal production roasting pitFive mezcal brands to explore

You could describe mezcal as a characterful cousin of Tequila. Hailing from Mexico, it’s an artisanal agave spirit that stands out for its complex, diverse characteristics and rich heritage. For…

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Affordable whisky in glasses raised in cheers by budget-conscious drinkersFree bottle in 3 for 2 deals now optimised for your benefit

Tl;dr if you have a bunch of bottles which qualify for a 3 for 2 deal, the checkout now organises them into the groups which will save you the most…

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Classic whisky: Bunnahabhain 12 Year OldClassic whisky: Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old

I don’t really have a ‘house whisky’ because, well, my house is mostly whisky.  But if I were to have one ol’ reliable that would be my house pour, Bunnahabhain…

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World Dram DayIt’s World Dram Day 2024!

World Dram Day is coming! Don’t be alarmed if you don’t already have this day marked in your calendar because it’s a new thing. 2024 is the first year of…

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Weekday whiskiesBest weeknight whiskies

There’s no need to break the bank when it comes to buying a decent bottle of whisky, if you search wisely, there are all sorts of affordable gems to discover. …

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What gin should I buy for a gin lover?
What gin should I buy for a gin lover?

There are thousands of gins in our range, so when it comes to finding the right bottle to impress even the most discerning of gin drinkers, where to begin? Understanding…

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Discover English whisky
Discover English whisky

Modern English whisky celebrated its 15th birthday in style this year when The English Single Malt picked up Best Single Malt at the World Whisky Awards in March making headlines…

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Vieux Carre8 great brandy and Cognac cocktails

How many brandy or Cognac-based cocktails can you name? Better still, how many do you know how to make? Perhaps a few more once we’re done here… Brandy is the…

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Tequila MargaritaIs silver or gold Tequila better for Margaritas?

We love a Margarita here at Master of Malt. There’s really nothing better, especially as the weather finally seems to be warming up around our secret HQ on a nondescript…

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The art of the blend with Courvoisier’s Thibaut Hontanx
The art of the blend with Courvoisier’s Thibaut Hontanx

We’re celebrating brandy this week at Master of Malt so we were delighted to get some time with one of the biggest names in the industry, Thibaut Hontanx chief blender…

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Rémy Martin 1738 Sidecar10 Cognacs for single malt lovers

Cognac. Cognac! Ah, Cognac, the very word if a byword for luxury and sophistication. Cognac, drunk by hip hop stars and oligarchs and comes in lavishly packaged crystal decanters. All…

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Bourbon BourbonFive whiskies with great names

A good name can make a world of difference. Remember when Homer Simpson became Max Power? Life changing. Also, the name of a real-life professional footballer. Would he have made…

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New Arrival of the Week: Strathearn Single MaltNew Arrival of the Week: Strathearn Single Malt

The first (official) single malt Scotch whisky release from a new distillery is always an exciting moment. Especially as in this case when it’s the first foray into distilling from…

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A guide to brandy from around the worldA guide to brandy from around the world

Brandy is a distilled and aged spirit made all over the world from all kinds of fermented fruit juices. It’s not just France and not just grapes. Globally, brandy exhibits…

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