Posts Tagged ‘whiskies’
REVIEW: Cask 88 Sir Walter Scott 250th anniversary whiskies
Peter Ranscombe gets an exclusive preview of whisky bottler Cask 88’s tribute to Sir Walter Scott. THERE’S something so evocative about tasting whisky outdoors. When it comes to wine tasting, many vineyards will serve visitors samples out among the vines. Whisky distilleries, less so. Standing on the terrace outside Abbotsford House near Melrose, I could…
Read MoreA week in whisky: World Whisky Day looms
Peter Ranscombe takes his irreverent weekly trek through the world of whisky… WORLD Whisky Day is almost upon us once more, and what better way to celebrate our national drink than pairing it with another Scottish favourite – tatties. Bottler Douglas Laing and teamed up with potato king Albert Bartlett to create three recipes combining…
Read MoreSecond Scalasaig Island Hopper whisky released
Colonsay Beverages has released its second Scalasaig Island Hopper bottling. The Island Hopper 2013 Tobermory Edition (46.5% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky, comprised of four casks which were all distilled and filled at the Isle of Mull based distillery. The casks were married together prior to being filled, into the same sherry hogsheads…
Read MoreMacallan expression celebrates the joy of New York
The Macallan has released Distil Your World New York, a single malt whisky and documentary that capture the essence of one of the most iconic cities in the world. Crafted by The Macallan Whisky Maker Polly Logan in collaboration with the Roca brothers, owners of El Celler de Can Roca, twice named Best Restaurant in…
Read MoreThe Flavours of The Balvenie range adds new expression
The Balvenie distillery has unveiled French Oak 16 Year Old, a new cask finished whisky to feature in the Flavours of The Balvenie range. The expression will embody the Speyside distillery’s signature honeyed character, alongside a unique twist garnered from The Balvenie’s first use of French Oak casks. Inspired by the flavours and memories from…
Read MoreAuld Bride – a Glencairn Glass crimewriting prize runner-up
The Glencairn Glass – the world’s favourite whisky glass – has been celebrating Scottish crime writing talent over the past two years. It’s been the headline sponsor of the prestigious McIlvanney and Bloody Scotland Debut crime-writing prizes and last year, launched its first very own crime short story competition, inviting all budding crime writers to…
Read MoreTop 10 whisky trends for 2022 revealed
Edible drinking vessels, eco whiskies, and exotic citrus flavour profiles are all part of the top whisk(e)y trends for 2022. This has been revealed in new research from the maker of Johnnie Walker, Bulleit Bourbon, Haig Club, Talisker, Roe & Co, and The Singleton has discovered in their Top Whisky Trends for 2022 report. In…
Read MoreHighland malt reveals new ‘To What Matters’ campaign
Tomatin has launched a new campaign designed to remind people about the important things in life. ‘To What Matters’ is the latest chapter in the brand’s evolution; a positive call to arms that represents the spiritual DNA of Tomatin – a human belief in what’s truly important in life: the significant moments. For its debut,…
Read MoreTime running out to enter Cardrona Club competition
Today’s the final day to enter the Cardrona Distilleryinaugural cocktail competition – Cardrona Club – and a trip to New Zealand awaits for finalists. Bartenders are invited to create a signature cocktail with the Cardrona Distillery product of their choice, highlighting the unique nature of the spirit. Cardrona’s spirits include the Reid Single Malt Vodka,…
Read MoreA 44-year-old from Glenturrent for £4500
The Last Drop Distillers have announced the launch of their 2022 Collection. This will feature three exceptionally rare, aged spirits: a 44 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch from the Glenturret Distillery (Release No.27), a 20-40 Year Old Japanese Blended Malt Whisky (Release No. 25), and a 70 Year Old Hors d’Age Petite Champagne Cognac…
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