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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...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

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...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

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.  Fancy trying the real deal...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

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...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Hana Naesa

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...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

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...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

How to Become a Whisky Expert

If you’ve ever been to a five-star restaurant, you’ve probably come in contact with a Wine Sommelier. These people are experts in all aspects of wine,...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

Peat and Its Significance in Whisky

Peat is to whisky as chilli pepper is to spicy food. Similar to how people boast about their tolerance to chilli, whisky lovers love “out-peating” each...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

What’s Your Whisky Birthday?

  As the popularity of whisky surges, particularly among the younger millennial generation, more and more people are becoming interested in the history of their beloved...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

Your 5-day itinerary of Tasmanian whisky distilleries to visit

Once upon a time, Tasmania’s economy was backed almost exclusively by the logging and mining industries. But as time marched on, Tasmania has changed substantially. The...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Joel Hauer

A Guide to the Different Types of Whiskey

Whiskey is a broad category of drink, and that’s great because it means the whiskey drinker can go their whole life without ever getting bored of...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Hana Naesa

10 Health Benefits of Whisky

  1. Lowers Risk of Heart Disease According to multiple studies, a glass of whisky a day can help reduce your risk of heart disease and...

Aug 18 2022
Post by Hana Naesa