History

Keen to learn more about the history of whisky? We've got you covered! Whether you want to learn more about the history individual distilleries or how certain whisky-making processes have come to be, we have a wonderful selection of articles to teach you all you need to know about whisky's rich heritage around the world.

  1. Irish Whiskey Month: The Irish Whiskey Renaissance

    Irish Whiskey Month: The Irish Whiskey Renaissance

    Irish whiskey is making a comeback in a big way. Our W Club Manager and resident Irish whiskey expert, Luke Crowley-Holland, gives us the low-down on the spectacular resurgence in the industry.
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  2. Introducing Irish Whiskey Month

    Introducing Irish Whiskey Month

    As we roll into the month of celebrating all that is Irish, we've gathered together some Irish Whiskey history for you to enjoy!
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  3. Treasure Island: The Isle of Raasay

    Treasure Island: The Isle of Raasay

    Romantic and remote but with a troubled past, Brian Wilson explores the history of the Isle of Raasay and the prosperity the island's new distillery brings.
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  4. A Brief History of Blended Whisky

    A Brief History of Blended Whisky

    There is a common misconception among the whisky community that blended whisky is somehow inferior to single malt whisky. But anyone who has truly embraced the world of blended whisky with open drams will know fine well there is no truth behind this widely spread belief.
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  5. St. David's Day

    St. David's Day

    St David - the patron Saint of Wales. On this auspicious day, we take a moment to celebrate and explore Welsh whisky and its history. With special input from our Cardiff store of course!
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  6. A Short History of Campbeltown

    A Short History of Campbeltown

    Fans of a coastal and peaty Campbeltown dram will know that the Scottish whisky region was once known as the "whisky capital of the world" during the Victorian era. At it's height, it boasted over 30 distilleries. But what happened for the once iconic place to lose this moniker, and become the smallest of the Scotch regions? Lets take a look at the history of Campbeltown.
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  7. 10 Facts You Didn't Know About Johnnie Walker

    10 Facts You Didn't Know About Johnnie Walker

    Johnnie Walker is the world's best selling Scotch whisky. It first begun production way back in 1867, complete with its iconic square bottle and slanted label. The brnd has come a long way since then, it was even granted a Royal Warrant in 1934! Here are some fun titbits about the precious liquid and it's storied history.
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  8. Who Invented Mulled Wine?

    Who Invented Mulled Wine?

    The history of mulled wine is infused with stories, have a mull over the many tales of this festive drink.
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  9. Worth Its Salt

    Worth Its Salt

    Brian Wilson takes the long road down to Campbeltown, to a region with a rich history of catastrophes, cult distilleries, and a vibrant community.
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  10. Three Sheets to the Wind

    Three Sheets to the Wind

    Named after the legendary tea clipper, Cutty Sark, Brian Wilson delves into the story behind one of the world's most recognizable whiskies.
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