February 2013 Archives - Edinburgh Whisky Blog

Fancy dating an EWB editor?

February 26, 2013 by Chris +

It’s an undeniable fact that many of you ladies out there have wanted to go on a date with Mr Hoban. It’s only natural. I mean, what with that sparkling wit, infamous silver-tongued charm and those devilish good looks even I [...]

Drambuie Barrel Aged Rusty Nail Tasting

February 22, 2013 by Guest Writer +

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Our intrepid man in the bar trade and guest blogger, Joe, pops along to a Drambuie Barrel Aged Rusty Nail tasting. Read his thoughts on what sounded like a cracking afternoon: I was invited to join the tasting panel for an [...]

Some whisky birthday gifts (New Jura 1977 & a Bladnoch)

February 14, 2013 by Chris +

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Firstly, like any good Oscar speech, I have quite a few people to thank for our 4th birthday shenanigans last week: Thanks to everyone who popped along, whether it was for one drink, or for the crazy night that went on until [...]

Master of Malt: Auchentoshan 27yo

February 8, 2013 by Chris +

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I’m sure some of you beady eyed readers will have noticed I’ve been riding on the Morrison Bowmore bandwagon quite a bit recently, having reviewed a Bowmore and a couple of Auchentoshans in the recent past. Good things come [...]

Interview with Marcin at Number 1 Drinks: Part 3

February 6, 2013 by Chris +

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Let’s continue on with this fantastic interview with Marcin from Number 1 drinks on everything Karuizawa, Chichibu, Hanyu and Japanese whisky related. If you haven’t already, check out Part One and Part Two. [...]