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Bottle and case of The Macallan Litha with Scotland and Spain inspired artwork

Whisky

05/08/2023 · 4 min read

The Macallan Litha, a tribute to Scotland and Jerez

The Macallan Litha brings Scotland and Jerez together in a single malt matured in sherry-seasoned oak casks with artwork by Sija Hong today.

Lagavulin Distillery on Islay linked to its history since 1816

Whisky

02/03/2023 · 4 min read

Lagavulin: the story of an Islay whisky since 1816

Lagavulin is a classic Islay whisky officially born in 1816, shaped by peat, coast, distilling tradition and a complex local history on Islay.

Whisky

09/02/2023 · 5 min read

Differences between bourbon and Scotch whisky

Bourbon and Scotch whisky belong to the same broad family, but differ in grain, origin, legal rules, barrels, distillation and flavour profile.

Oak wood table with two rocks glasses of whiskey

Whisky

02/01/2023 · 6 min read

Rye Whiskey vs Bourbon: What’s the Difference?

A common question about American whiskeys concerns Bourbon and Rye, which is made with rye grain. Let’s look at the main characteristics of these two U.S. spirits.

Gin and tonic glass with ice, lemon and juniper berries

Articles

15/08/2022 · 9 min read

11 Ways to Drink Gin and Surprise Everyone

Gin has more than 500 years of history. Over time, it has gone from a medicinal drink to one of the most refreshing summer cocktails. With lemon, tonic, neat or as the base for hundreds of cocktails.

Whisky

27/05/2022 · 2 min read

World’s Largest Whisky Bottle Sells for £1.1 Million

The world’s largest whisky bottle, with a capacity of 311 litres, has sold at auction for £1.1 million.

Vodka

14/02/2022 · 3 min read

Vodka Spirytus is the world's strongest vodka at 96%

Vodka Spirytus, with 96% ABV, is the highest-strength vodka in the world and is made in Poland. Vodka Spirytus is produced from a distilled wheat blend taken to its maximum alcoholic strength.