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Lakes Whiskymakers Reserve is a great after-dinner whiskyTop 10 after-dinner whiskies for Christmas 2024

These are our top 10 after-dinner whiskies for Christmas 2024! You’ve got through the smoked salmon, the turkey, the ham, the pigs in blankets, the devils on horseback, the roast…

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These are the best whiskies for Christmas 2024Top 10 whiskies to buy for Christmas 2024

These are the Top 10 whiskies to buy for Christmas 2024! Christmas and the New Year are on our doorstep, but there’s still plenty of time to buy Christmas presents,…

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Royal SaluteTop 10 premium whiskies perfect for Christmas 2024

These are our top 10 premium whiskies perfect for Christmas 2024. Maybe we have a little bit of bias, but in our opinion, whisky is one of the most thoughtful…

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Top 10 budget whisky gifts for Christmas
Top 10 budget whisky gifts for Christmas

This is our Top 10 budget whisky gifts for Christmas! Well, this is Christmas. And what have you got?  A wishlist that has whisky on it and a budget to…

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Whisky with water is loved by someWhisky and Water: How to Perfectly Dilute Your Dram

Diluting whisky with water is common practice. But how do you know how much water to add? And what kind of water? And what type of whisky needs water? We…

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Weekday whiskiesThe secret language of whisky labels: what to look for when buying

Whisky labels can be revealing, beguiling, familiar. You might look behind a bar or scroll through pages online and see an image that speaks to you. It takes you back….

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A barrel is required to make whiskyWhat is whisky made from?

Whisky is made from grain, water, yeast, and wood/time.  A simple, short list of essentials. Yet, the production process of this beloved distilled alcoholic beverage is complex and reveals generations…

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How many calories are in whisky?How many calories are in whisky?

How many calories are in whisky? This is a question I can honestly say I’ve never asked myself.  Frankly, I think it’s a joyless proposition. Why appreciate the exhibition of…

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A 25ml serving of whisky typically has 1 unit of alcoholHow many units are in a bottle of whisky?

In the UK, we’re often told to watch what we drink. This doesn’t mean keeping an eye on the pint glass when you raise it to your lips, although that…

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We use whisky decanters for various reasonsWhy do we use whisky decanters?

Ah, the whisky decanter. Ask the average person to imagine whisky being poured and they’ll picture these decorative vessels. They think of Don Draper’s office, of noble brown spirit plunging…

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London Cocktail WeekNew Arrival of the Week: Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye

Presenting a new whisky exclusive to Master of Malt: Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye. Launched this week as part of our Cask Influence campaign, which celebrates the variety of casks…

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Ledaig 18 Year Old is one of the best whiskies in the world10 Best Whiskies Under £100

Looking for a fantastic whisky under £100? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just dipping your toes into the world of whisky, there’s something on this…

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Ardbeg Distillery on IslayMilroy’s creates Whisky Travel Index for Scotch whisky tourists

Milroy’s of Soho, London’s oldest independent whisky specialist, has partnered with digital agency Good Brothers to create the Milroy’s Whisky Travel Index. Inside the Milroy’s Whisky Travel Index Intended to…

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Frank Sinatra5 famous whisky lovers

While we all love our whisky here at Master of Malt, nobody knows who any of us are. So who cares? These whisky drinkers are legitimately famous. What they all…

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What Are The Most Expensive Whiskies In The World?What Are The Most Expensive Whiskies In The World?

You wanted a list of the most expensive whiskies in the world, so here they are. What makes these whiskies expensive? Age is usually a factor. Rarity too. As well…

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Man evaluating a glass of whiskyWhy is whisky best served neat?

Alright, let’s start by getting the usual PSA* out of the way:  The ‘best’ way to drink whisky ultimately comes down to personal preference. Some people prefer to add a…

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