Glengoyne 25 Year Old has secured top honours in The Whiskey Wash’s 2025 awards by winning the award for Best Scotch Whisky. The Highland distillery’s single malt is renowned for…
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The whisky industry is long rooted in tradition but it is stepping up to address modern challenges. None are as pressing as working to reduce its environmental impact. From Scotland…
Do you have any thoughts on the Glenglassaugh Distillery news? Let us know in the comments. It began with an Instagram post. Drip. On Monday afternoon, Glenglassaugh Distillery production operator…
Understanding the label: Scotch whisky. Let Our Instant Whisky Expert Series with Alwynne Gwilt help you become the whisky expert you’ve always wanted to be. From the basics of Scotch…
Glenmorangie Whisky reveals its new global campaign today starring Harrison Ford. The cinematic legend takes the lead role in a series of episodic films called Once Upon a Time in…
Daftmill 15 Year Old is here! Daftmill Distillery has gained a near-mythical status among whisky enthusiasts. The Lowland distillery, nestled in a farm in the heart of Fife, Scotland, has…
The future of UK whisky exports isn’t exactly bright. Several key markets demonstrate potential, but the numbers don’t make for the prettiest reading. Which markets are set to grow in…
Here’s a roundup of seven new whisky arrivals you need to try from us, Master of Malt! These selections cater to collectors, casual sippers, and everyone in between, providing something…
It’s getting dark too dark to see. Feels like I’m knockin’ on Heaven’s door… The Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet as the legendary American singer-songwriter arrived…
What the heck is American whiskey? Join drinks experts Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys as they guide you through everything you need to know to become a whisky expert. From…
Robert Burns wrote some of the most famous words ever written about whisky. The Scottish poet had a fond appreciation for whisky often reflected in his poetry, as we’ve already…
Here are 3 of the best Oloroso Whiskies to try for 2025. Oloroso sherry casks have become a cornerstone of whisky maturation, prized for the rich, bold flavours they impart…
Here’s our Top 10 whiskies that showcase warm weather maturation! Where whisky is matured matters. A warm climate develops distinct characteristics due to the accelerated interaction between the spirit, the…
Who’s ready to live their best smoky life? Ardbeg House has officially opened for bookings. This highly anticipated new accommodation on Islay is set to open in Autumn 2025, but…
Burns Night. Each year on 25 January, whisky drinkers join Scots, people who love the Scots (a group which actually contains very few Scots), and any up for a good…
You know the star of Outlander Sam Heughan. You know that he founded a Scotch whisky brand: The Sassenach. But did you know the actor and ambassador of all things…
Where in the world is whisky made? With Our Instant Whisky Expert Series, Alwynne Gwilt and Henry Jeffreys will take you on a journey through the world of whisky. From…
The rum world is on fire right now—and not just because of the Scotch Bonnet peppers. Here’s our top 10 trend-setting rums to try in 2025. From innovative techniques and…
Here’s our Top 10 best Burns Night whiskies for 2025. One of the biggest dates in the year for Scotch whisky fans approaches – Burns Night! Every January we give…
It’s time to sharpen your pencils/keyboards because the Master of Malt Burns Night Poetry Competition is back by popular demand for 2025. We’ve run this competition since 2019 and last…