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Whisky Transparency: Should you Know Exactly What's in a Bottle?

Whisky Transparency: Should you Know Exactly What's in a Bottle?

29/08/2016

Scotch Whisky is regulated by a series of laws both in the UK and Europe. One of these laws, known as Transparency Law, has now been opened up for debate...

Why Are The Prices of These Whiskies Higher Than Your Paycheck?

Why Are The Prices of These Whiskies Higher Than Your Paycheck?

29/08/2016

Scotland is the historical home of Whisky.  Despite its far reach today, from Scotland and Ireland to places like Taiwan and Japan, it was once confined to the British Isles.

It's Time You Start Liking Gin

It's Time You Start Liking Gin

23/08/2016

When I discovered one of my closest friends not only isn't a fan of Gin, but actively hates it, I knew something had to change (my friend… not the Gin,...

7 Great Whisky Moments in Movie History 

7 Great Whisky Moments in Movie History 

09/08/2016

Do your ears prick up every time you hear the word “Scotch” or “Whisky” in a movie or TV show? We rounded up some of the best Whisky moments in...

Can You Call Yourself a Gin Lover if You Don't Know These Things About Juniper?

Can You Call Yourself a Gin Lover if You Don't Know These Things About Juniper?

25/07/2016

Small, but perfectly formed, juniper berries are a necessity when making one of the world’s best-loved spirits, so why do we know so little about them? Here are eight things...

Lagavulin: a cult Whisky from a small bay

Lagavulin: a cult Whisky from a small bay

18/07/2016

Lagavulin and its single malts managed to achieve cult status and gain fans all over the world. We had the pleasure to chat with the Lagavulin Master Distiller Georgie Crawford....