Flaviar Times

How Scotch Whisky is Made #2: Malting

How Scotch Whisky is Made #2: Malting

02/11/2016

We spoke about barley in the last process piece, but what happens next? Helpfully thatโ€™s where Uncle Flaviar comes in to explain the malting process and why it is so...

Meet Glenkinchie, the Lowland Lady

Meet Glenkinchie, the Lowland Lady

27/10/2016

If you find yourself in Edinburgh, Scotland, youโ€™re only 15 miles away from Glenkinchie distillery. Of course, a visit is a must.

Most Memorable Gin Moments of All Time

Most Memorable Gin Moments of All Time

24/10/2016

Gin has a rich history; from being dubbed "Mother's ruin" in 18th century London where it was the drink of the poor, to the drink symbolic with the British Empire.ย But...

How Scotch Whisky is Made #1: Barley

How Scotch Whisky is Made #1: Barley

12/10/2016

All Scotch Whisky starts out life as barley. This is largely due to availability in the past, and also because of Scotch regulations.

Family-owned Spirits Companies

Family-owned Spirits Companies

10/10/2016

If youโ€™re into Whisky, youโ€™ve probably heard of Glenfarclas. Same with Cognac and Camus, Vodka and Chase, Rum and Bacardi, and so on. Nevertheless, did you know that theyโ€™re all...

Oak barrels

Why Is Whisky Aged in Oak Barrels?

03/10/2016

Every Whisky lover knows their favorite juice needs to spend some time in oak barrels to become the glorious amber potion we all adore. Virgin oak, ex-Bourbon barrels, oak casks...