Jack Daniel’s Distillery: beyond Old No.7Jack Daniel’s Distillery: beyond Old No.7

You all know Jack Daniel’s. You’ve all, almost certainly, tasted its flagship product Old No.7. There’s something to be said for producing the world’s best-selling whiskey*. But there’s more to…

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A bartender sprinkling orange peel juice into a cocktail glassWhat is the best dark rum?

Rum – the sumptuous spirit of sunshine. We love it, especially dark rum, whether it’s in a beautiful Rum Old-Fashioned, a Dark and Stormy or Mai Tai, or neat and…

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Win a signed bottle of Sassenach GinGins to watch out for in 2024

As the mercury falls and 2023 draws to a close, we’re reminiscing on the year that was and thinking of the very special releases we’ll be enjoying in 2024. We’ll…

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Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch WhiskyThe story behind Glenfiddich Solera on its 25th anniversary

This year marks the 25th anniversary since Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky was changed forever by the introduction of a solera system at the distillery. The story…

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Lakes Whiskymakers Reserve is a great after-dinner whiskyTop 10 after dinner whiskies for Christmas

You’ve got through the smoked salmon, the turkey, the ham, the pigs in blankets, the devils on horseback, the roast potatoes, gravy, sprouts, Christmas pud, Port and Stilton. Time for…

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Whisky Christmas presentTop 10 chocolate liqueurs for Christmas

Chocolate is a Christmas staple: advent calendars, hot chocolate, selection boxes… And of course, chocolate liqueurs. The indulgent treats are perfect for sipping after dinner, adding to coffee, or using…

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Glass with Eminente 7 year old Cuban rumTop 10 rums to buy for Christmas

Is 2024 going to be the year of rum? Your guess is as good as ours but what we do know is that rum offers an incredible amount of flavour…

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Whisky bargains for Christmas - GReen IsleTop 10 smoky whiskies for Christmas

As the weather outside becomes a touch more frightful now seems like the perfect time to cosy up. One of our favourite ways to keep out the cold is with…

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10 gift sets perfect for Christmas10 gift sets perfect for Christmas

Looking for alcohol gift sets this Christmas? Then you’re in the right place. Whether you want whisky, gin, rum, or vodka… we’ve got an entire gift set page full of…

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What the Master of Malt team really want for Christmas
What the Master of Malt team really want for Christmas

We’ve done a fair few Christmas round-ups this month and last. We think we’ve covered most bases for lovers of whisky and other spirits. Now, however, it’s the big one:…

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Darkness 8 Year OldTop 10 whiskies to buy for Christmas 2023

With Christmas and the New Year quickly approaching, it’s still not too late to get those last-minute gifts for that friend, loved one, special someone, or even just for yourself….

Michael OrsonMichael Orson
Bimber - WaterBimber The Four Elements Collection – the final part is here – Master of Malt exclusive

As long term fans of London’s whisky pioneers, Bimber Distillery, we are delighted to be teaming up with it for The Four Elements Collection for a series of exclusive single…

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A pile of stonesWhat are whisky stones?

You may have seen someone dropping (well, not dropping, but carefully placing) two or three stones inside their whisky glass, and wondered: what the heck is happening? Are they using…

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After dinner drinks for ChristmasTop 10 after dinner drinks for Christmas

You’ve polished off the turkey, nibbled the Stilton, and eaten more mince pies than you care to recall. Forget about a wafer thin mint, what you need is an after…

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The Master of Malt Drinks Calendar includes G&T DayTop 10 gins perfect Christmas 2023

We’ve picked some of our favourite new gins and some classics to enjoy over Christmas with tips on how to enjoy them. So, whether you’re a Martini lover or adore…

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Boozy Maple Bacon Old Fashioned Cocktail with BourbonUpgrade your Old Fashioned cocktail this Christmas

It’s just a blend of whiskey, bitters, sugar and ice, but the Old Fashioned is one of the all time great cocktails. What we love about it is that it’s…

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