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What's Whisky Made From
One of the first things you learn when you discover the wonderful world of whiskies is just how many unique varieties are available. It’s helpful to...
Top 10 Australian Whiskies
Top 10 Australian Whiskies You Need to Try The powers-that-be are sitting up and taking note of Australian whiskies. In 2014, Sullivans Cove Distillery won the...
Top 8 Budget Whisky Glasses on the Market
The twinned senses of taste and smell are inextricably linked and when it comes to whisky tasting, the shape of the glass you use makes a...
The Isle of Islay And Its History of Scotch Whisky
The First Stills on Islay As early as the early 1500s, it’s believed that monks were distilling spirits on an island that seemed designed for such...
Whisky Themed Gifts for Father’s Day 2019
There aren’t too many gifts better than our limited-edition Father's Day Gift Pack, but if you’re looking for something a little different for your whisky-loving Dad,...
Whisky Events in Australia
Here are some of our favourites. Maybe we’ll see you there? 1.Whisky Live Whisky Live events take place all over Australia. If you love whisky (or...
What’s the Difference Between Scotch Whisky and Irish Whiskey?
One of the best-known classifications (and one of the most contentious debates among whisky lovers) is that of Scotch Whisky vs. Irish Whiskey. But what exactly...
8 Must-Try Affordable Japanese Whiskies
While whisky is typically not the first thing to come to mind when the average person thinks of Japan, there are several Japanese brands of whisky...
It’s Time for Whisky Trivia! How Many of These Facts Did You Know?
Here are a few of our favourites. 1. Whisky does not freeze solid even when temperatures dip down to -30 degrees. 2. Angel’s Tax is the...
The 8 Best 30 Year Old Whiskies
Many 30-year-old whiskies are winning awards and gaining worldwide acclaim. If you are a whisky connoisseur looking to re-stock your bar, you owe it to yourself...
A Pilgrimage to the Source: Distilleries to Visit in Scotland
There are five whisky regions in Scotland. Try visiting at least one distillery in each area (most offer tours and tastings) and you’ll get a pretty...
Does Whisky age matter?
The age of a whisky is widely considered to be the most important factor in its taste. However, many wrongly assume the meaning of a whisky’s...