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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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Was Alfred Barnard the original whisky influencer?
Dr Gordon Steele discusses Alfred Barnard’s "Whisky Distilleries of the United Kingdom" and its lasting influence with historian Fionnán O’Connor.
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Grain Whisky Distilleries in Scotland
There are currently seven grain whisky distilleries in Scotland, all of which are much larger in scale than traditi...
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Aug 16, 2023
Welsh Whisky Distilleries
1. Penderyn Distillery
Penderyn produces award-winning single malt whiskies and spirits in the foothills of the Breco...
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The Scotch Whisky Distilleries Using Worm Tub Whisky Condensers
Below is a list of the 19 (soon to be 20) Scotch whisky distilleries that use worm tub condensers.
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Advertising single malt whisky (1950s to 1980s)
The revival of interest in single malt Scotch whisky in the UK in the late 1950s and early 1960s happened with virtua...
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