Whisky and Spirits News, Features and Reviews - Page 51
It’s official – we are now Masters of MaltOk, (most of) you got us. April Fools! We have not changed our name. Please do not call us Masters of Malt. And please DO enjoy the very real whisky…
What we loved this week: Ainsley Harriott & BruichladdichRye from Scotland, a library of sherried whisky from The Lakes Distillery, and a ti-rum-isu from Ainsley Harriott himself all caught our attention this week. It seems that spring might just be upon…
Whisky of the Week: Wire Works CaduroBrand new whisky alert this week from White Peak in Derbyshire, it’s Wire Works Caduro! Not only is this hot off the press, but it’s also the first whisky from…
Our March indie bottling releasesAnother month, another batch of brilliance from yours truly. Here to tell you more about what to expect from our March indie bottling releases is Sir Sam of Simmons, head…
Cocktail of the Week: The HighballWe’re celebrating all things boozy and Japanese on Master of Malt at the moment. This is why we’re making a cocktail that particularly suits a blended Japanese whisky like Nikka Days. It’s…
Adventures in food and booze: whisky yolk sauceA decidedly savoury use for whisky if you’re looking for something different to try. Here, Alex has been experimenting in the kitchen with whisky, eggs, butter, and pasta. I’ve mentioned…
Japanese whiskies you need to tryClassics like Yamazaki and Nikka are joined by newcomers and cult favourites in our round-up of top Japanese whisky you need to try. If you ask to get us excited about…
A century of Yamazaki DistilleryIt’s been 100 years since the Yamazaki distillery was founded. As we’re focusing on Japanese drinks recently we thought we’d take a deeper look at the brand that changed everything…
New Arrival of the Week: Profound Richness 10 Year OldYou may have noticed a bold and beautiful new whisky hit our shelves. It’s called Profound Richness 10 Year Old and here’s Ben Ellefsen to tell you more. Because sometimes…
Treats for Easter for those with a sweet toothWith Easter just around the corner, you’ll want to make the most of the long weekend. These drinks are perfect for the occasion. You know how every Easter we eat…
What we loved this week: Redbreast and Stanley TucciWe tasted some fine alcohol beverages this week including some ravishing Cognac and a versatile Canadian whisky while converting people to the joys of Redbreast. Again. Oh and we met Stanley…
Today, we’re shaking up a modern classic using Old Tom gin created by Erik Lorincz when he was head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy. It’s the Green…
Top 10 bargain whiskies you need to tryOld grain, cask-finished Irish whiskey, age-statement Speyside Scotch whisky, value from Islay, and the bargain nature of bourbon. Whisky doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. “Hey, Master…
New Arrival of the Week: Noble Rebel blended maltsToday we’re taking a look at a new range of blended malt whisky that plays by its own rules. Watch out dowdy old blends because here comes Noble Rebel from…
Intensity: it does what it says on the (very sexy) bottle.Ben Ellefsen is back to talk you through the delights of Intensity 10 Year Old. It looks as good as it tastes. I’ve been racking my brain for weeks as to…
Japanese drinks to tryWe’re shining a light on the wonderful world of Japanese drinks here at Master of Malt, and Alex has the rundown on some brilliant Japanese beverages to get you started….
