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Mackmyra Jaktlycka

September 4, 2020 by Chris +

Twice a year, Mackmyra release a limited edition, seasonally-inspired whisky which is influenced by the distillery’s surroundings in Sweden. This year’s autumnal release is Jaktlycka, meaning ‘Happy Hunting’ in Swedish, which [...]

Mackmyra Grönt Te

March 12, 2020 by Chris +

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As many of you will know, the rules and regulations which govern the production of single malt Scotch whisky were somewhat relaxed several months ago, particularly regarding the types of casks which can be used for [...]

Mackmyra Vintersol

October 20, 2019 by Chris +

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Swedish distillery Mackmyra have collaborated with port brand, Quinta Do Valado, one of the oldest producers in the Duoro Valley in Portugal, to create Mackmyra Vintersol. This expression, which translates as ‘winter sun’, is [...]

Amazing Whisky Events Edinburgh Part 2: Meet the Blenders

April 22, 2013 by Chris +

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Some exciting events coming up and Edinburgh Whisky Blog should be at all of them in some capacity. I spoke about the Whisky Lounge here. That’s this Saturday (27th April). This Wednesday (24th April), the Scotch Whisky [...]

Meeting 10 Master Blenders

June 5, 2012 by Chris +

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From a whisky geek’s point of view, I am genuinely excited about the event that is happening on Wednesday at the Scotch Whisky Experience (there may still be tickets left, if you want one, check here). What, you [...]