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The GlenDronach Cask Strength Batch 12 reviewThe GlenDronach Cask Strength annual release is one we always keep an eye out for. We included Batch 11 in our top ten whiskies of 2022. M’colleague Henry had this…
Top 10 whiskies from independent bottlersIndependent bottlers snap up whiskies (and other spirits like rum, Cognac, gin…) from distilleries around the world. Some, like Gordon & MacPhail, buy new make and mature the spirits themselves….
Whisky and WhiskeyOne of the most confusing things about whisky, a subject that is not short of confusing things, is that there’s more than one way of spelling the word ‘whisky’. Some…
3 for 2 on Premium Whisky, Rum, Tequila, Gin and more (while stocks last)Someone somewhere must have lost their mind, because right now if you buy any two bottles of Caol Ila, Casamigos, Lagavulin, Dalwhinnie, Talisker, Bulleit, Johnnie Walker, Mortlach, Roe & Co,…
New Arrival of the Week: Benrinnes 17 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)This week we’re shining the New Arrival torch on a single cask Speyside whisky and you can only buy it from one online retailer. It’s Benrinnes 17 Year Old (Master…
Top 10 spiced rums for summerModern-day spiced rums are proving that they’re so much more than a sickly sweet beginner rum to be dumped into supermarket cola. Seeing as July is Rum Month, we thought…
Making a legendary Mai Tai with Appleton Estate 17 Year Old LegendWe had the privilege of attending a most remarkable evening recently: Appleton Distillery, Joy Spence, the original Mai Tai, a lost legend, and a new limited edition rum – it…
Burnt Faith British Brandy has landed!Here’s something a bit unusual. A high quality pot still grape brandy that’s not from Cognac, Armagnac, or Jerez. It’s from Walthamstow. Introducing Burnt Faith British Brandy Batch 001! The…
New Arrival of the Week: Citadelle Rouge ginThis week we’ve got a fruity new gin from one of our favourite producers. And at the moment you can only buy it from Master of Malt. It’s Citadelle Rouge!…
Summer whisky serves to enjoy in 2023From on the rocks to Highballs and the classic cocktails like the Mint Julep and Whisky Sour, whisky makes a refreshing choice this summer. Here’s our guide to summer whisky…
Lochlea single malt Master of Malt exclusive is here!Something very exciting has just landed at Master of Malt, a single cask exclusive from Lochlea. Read on to discover more and to learn all about this exciting Lowland distillery…
Six superb Scotch whiskies for summerThink whisky is a winter drink? Think again! Whether it’s a blend or single malt, smoky or sherried, an everyday dram or a special occasion sipper, we’ve got the perfect…
New Arrival of the Week: Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range WhiskeyA special all-American peated single malt has just arrived at Master of Malt. It’s Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range! Say the word ‘Seattle’ to people and they will probably…
The Joy of Tasting Benriach Whisky at the DistilleryDuring the Spirit of Speyside festival, we were lucky enough to be treated to a tour and tasting of Benriach whisky at the distillery. Here’s what we learned. Benriach is…
New Arrival of the Week: Ardray Blended Scotch WhiskyA new week means a new whisky, and it’s a particularly special one this week. Called Ardray, it’s the first ever blended Scotch whisky from the Beam Suntory stable. Best…
There’s a rum for that: eight delicious ways with rumNo matter what your tastes run to, there’s a rum for you out there. With eight delicious serves we show you how diverse and versatile this amazing spirit can be….
