While the wizardry of the whisky blender is something to be marvelled, we can’t help but be entranced by the allure of the single cask. We take a closer look at what makes a single cask whisky so special.
Following the success of Lochranza, Isle of Arran Distillers last year opened the doors to Lagg; a second distillery dedicated to the production of Arran’s peated spirit. Speaking to Lagg’s Distillery Manager Graham Omand, Gavin D Smith takes us behind the scenes at Lochranza’s peated partner in crime.
Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve has been described variously as “more a folk tale than a whiskey”, “a unicorn” and “the most hyped bourbon ever,” all on account of its rarity.
One thing is certain about Laphroaig single malt: no drinker is indifferent to it. Some love its unapologetically full-on peaty, medicinal charms, while others are bewildered by its appeal. Indeed, Laphroaig has been compared to Marmite for the extreme reactions it provokes. “Love it or hate it, but never ignore,” as the distillery Twitter feeds declares.
Over the past few years, whisky prices at auction have been rising at an unprecedented rate thanks to increasing demand for rare bottles of Scotch from connoisseurs, collectors and investors alike.
The Highland Distillery is demonstrating its commitment to this endangered animal by forging a global conservation partnership to help safeguard its future.
The Royal Burgh of Campbeltown lies at the southern tip of the Kintyre peninsula in Argyll and once boasted over 30 distilleries, which led it to be known as 'the whisky capital of the world'. Only three now remain: Glen Scotia, Glengyle and Springbank, with their expressions known to be especially smoky, oily and briny.
The Macallan's latest collaborative project brings together the iconic Highland single malt and luxury car makers, Bentley Motors: two establishments with a strong dedication to stellar craftsmanship.
This May plays host to two whisky festivals: Campbeltown Malts Festival and Fèis Ìle, for which the participating distilleries have released commemorative bottlings. Most are only available at the distillery on the day, however we've got our hands on a handful of them.