Why You Should Be Buying Whisky From Independent Bottlers
Scotland’s indie bottlers offer truly unique whiskies from well-known distilleries.
Ian Buxton
Try These 6 Gins with Whisky Roots
Scotch distilleries aren’t limited to making whisky. When you’re in the mood for a Gimlet or G & T, try one of these gins made by well-known whisky producers.
Go Beyond Islay to Scotland’s Other Whisky Islands
Orkney, Mull, Jura, and Skye have much to offer the whisky traveler.
Scotch Whisky Explained
Demystifying the laws of the UK
How The World’s Biggest Whisky Company Is Investing in Startup Distillers
Diageo—the conglomerate behind Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, and Bulleit—is putting money into micro-distilleries around the world.
How Casks Contribute to Scotch’s Flavor
Scotch distillers have long aged their whisky in bourbon (and sherry) casks. Now cognac, wine, and more exotic casks are being used for maturation.
Japan Had a “Whisky Loch” Too
How some of Japan’s greatest distilleries fell silent
What We Lost in the Whisky Loch
The big glut of Scotch whisky in the early 80s was called the “Whisky Loch.” Here’s why it happened, and how it changed the landscape of scotch.
Kininvie: The Secret is Out
A rare single malt comes to market.