Recipe for a Whiskey Sour

Whiskey Sour

I have titled this one “The one that didn’t get away” for a few reasons. During my whiskey journey there have been few that have captured my imagination more than The Dalmore 12 Year. It’s not the best scotch I have ad…

Selecting the best whiskey glass for tasting is essential to fully appreciate whiskey. Here are some of the most popular types of glassware:

It was a fine morning of February 5th, 1941. The Second world war had been raging for a couple of years and no crossing of the Atlantic was without risk. Captain Worthington, gave the order and The SS Politician left L…

It’s Christmas time. I am a young kid, visiting my grandparents who lived not far from where I grew up. I spent a lot of time there. I knew where the sweets drawer was, where my grandmother kept all the goodies.

Believe it or not, bourbon barrels are a cornerstone of whiskey maturation. Typically made from American white oak, they play a crucial role in shaping the flavor, aroma, and overall character of the whiskey that is matu…

Newer Global Whiskey Markets

This blog starts with a bit of a confession. When I first started with whiskey, I thought that Highland Park was a highland scotch distillery. I remember a conversation with a whiskey loving colleague a years back. I …

The Glenfiddich Distillery has a rich history, dating back to its establishment by William Grant in 1887. With the help of his nine children and a single stone mason, built the Glenfiddich Distillery by hand in Dufftown,…

I often get asked what is the difference between a single malt and a blended whisky. Each offers unique characteristics and flavor profiles. The competition between blends and single malts has been going on almost as …