Musings

Naked Grouse Cocktail Competition with Martin Duffy

June 1, 2013 by Guest Writer +

One of the most knowledgeable people in the alcohol business we know, Martin runs the drinks consultancy Solid Liquids and the Scottish Bartenders Network. He has finally written a blog for us on the recent Naked Grouse [...]

Nonjatta: The Japanese Whisky Blog

April 21, 2013 by Chris +

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You may have noticed over the past year or two, that I have become particularly interested in World Whisky, specifically Japanese Whisky. My interest has grown due to its exotic nature, the intertwined story of Japanese [...]

The Directors Blend – Art of Blending

April 4, 2013 by Graeme +

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A week or so before I went to Dublin with Lukasz to visit Jameson, I had the pleasure of attending an event with Diageo, at the Scotch Whisky Experience, to promote the art of blending. We were invited to sample The Directors [...]

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. [...]

Macallan Gold: it’s all in the colour

December 10, 2012 by Chris +

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So, Macallan have released a new range. The 1824 series. This range will replace Macallan 10, 12, 15 and the Fine Oak range. I have quoted an excerpt from the press release, as I think it contains a couple of nuggets as to [...]