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Five Years in Scotch Whisky: A Report by Richard Woodard
Scotch whisky has a long and distinguished history, but few periods can have been as volatile and incident-packed as ...
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Charles Doig - Doyen of Distillery Designers
Gavin D Smith explains how a single sketch in 1889 led to Scotch whisky’s most recognisable architectural feature and helped shape a lighter, modern Speyside style.
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Feb 18, 2025
How to Pronounce Scotch Whisky Distilleries Without Sounding Like a Tourist
Ever found yourself at a whisky tasting, staring at a menu of distillery names that look like a secret code? You’re n...
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Ferintosh: Scotland’s First Whisky Region
Ferintosh was Scotland’s first recognised Scotch whisky region. Such was its fame that it became synonymous with the best Scotch malt whisky, widely advertised and celebrated in the works of some of Scotland’s greatest authors and poets.
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Scotch Whisky Distilleries with On-Site Floor Maltings
Floor malting is an old-school method of turning barley into malted barley, a key ingredient in the whisky production process.
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Jan 20, 2025
Edinburgh’s Whisky History by Iain Russell Part 2: Blenders, Brokers, Brands and Bars
Edinburgh has been a centre of the Scotch whisky trade for more than 200 years, but its citizens were originally know...
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Edinburgh‘s Whisky History by Iain Russell, Part 1: Distilling
Edinburgh’s central role in the whisky trade is nothing new – the city can boast a history of whisky-making stretching back more than 500 years.
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Sep 24, 2024
Scotch Whisky and Celebrity
Whisky writer Iain Russell explores the relationship between Scotch whisky and celebrity, revealing the role celebrities have played in shaping the image and appeal of Scotch whisky around the world. A tradition, believe it or not, dating back nearly 200 years.
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6 American Single Malt Whiskeys You Need to Try Today
If you haven’t yet dipped a toe into this exciting category, now is the time. Here are six American single malts you absolutely need to try today.
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Jul 2, 2024
Categories of Irish Whiskey: The Legal Definition & Classifications
The legal definition of Irish whiskey is governed by both Irish law and European Union regulations, specifically the ...
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May 14, 2024
A History of Glenlivet (the place)
Whisky writer Iain Russell explores the rich record of this sparsely populated glen which has, over the years, contributed so much to the broader story of Scotch.
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A day in the life of a cooper at The Balvenie Distillery
20 barrels a day? Nae bother! We had the pleasure of chatting to Barry, a cooper at The Balvenie Distillery, about what a typical day in his job involves, from repairing casks to helping the apprentices.
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