Opinion
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Big wheels keep on turning
Big wheels keep on turning A piece for our views column, When I started this blog I thought I would have plenty to say on the subject of whisky. Somehow with time I seem to have gotten side-tracked into churning… Continue reading
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Closed Scotch Malt Whisky Distilleries
All whiskies are rare, but some whiskies are rarer than others – The Whiskyphiles Many haven’t fathomed it yet but we are living in an Orwellian nightmare. Strong words I know, and I am sure much stronger have been uttered already at… Continue reading
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What is English Whisky?
English whisky is whisky produced in England. There are currently at least six distilleries producing English whisky. Though England is not very well known for making whisky there were distillers previously operating in London, Liverpool and Bristol until the late… Continue reading
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Terroir vs Provenance & the whisky transparency debate
Terroir From the French word terre – ‘land’ Meaning: The complete natural environment in which a particular wine is produced, including factors such as the soil, topography, and climate or the characteristic taste and flavour imparted to a wine (or… Continue reading
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Top 10 scotch single malts everyone must try!
Top 10 scotch single malts everyone must try! Attempting to choose only 10 distilleries from the over 120 operating in Scotland and producing wonderful single malts is no mean feat. However I have attempted to select some old favourites and… Continue reading
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The Dram Team Tasting Sets
Hello, we’re The Dram Team. We curate out-of-the-ordinary whisky tastings and deliver them right to your door. Whether you’re a curious newcomer or a seasoned professional, we’re the best way to explore everything the world of whisky has to offer.… Continue reading
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Review: Flaviar Discovery Tasting Sets
Review: Flaviar Discovery Tasting Sets Flaviar are a company who provide a drinks discovery service via monthly subscription. Many will find their journey into new spirits a little daunting with perhaps Whisky being the ultimate in terms of variety and complexity.… Continue reading
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The Chemistry of Flowers and Whisky
The Chemistry of Flowers and Whisky A Valentine’s Day dramming session got us to some serious thought about the presence of floral aroma and flavour in Whisky. Most specifically Rose, but also true of Lavender, Violet and also many of… Continue reading
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The Great Age Statement Debate
According to the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA), whisky made in Scotland must be matured for a minimum of 3 years in Scotland before it can be called Scotch Whisky. Though not wholly relevant to what follows, this requirement has recently… Continue reading
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The story of scotch – a brief history of blending
The story of scotch – a brief history of blending The history of the scotch whisky industry is a long and chequered tale, however much of the scotch whisky industry today owes its success to blended scotch whisky. Blended scotch… Continue reading
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