Happy New Year! In 2023, The Whisky Shop and our customers enjoyed many a dram, but some were favoured above all others. Lets see which whiskies were the top selling this year.
Presenting The Archive Collection from Laphroaig, a series of aged single malts that pay homage to the commitment and craft of Laphroaig's master distillers and their endeavour to create remarkable whiskies. The first in the collection is a rare 36-year-old bottling which showcases Laphroaig liquid's extraordinary depth and character.
We've picked ten whisk(e)ys that are bursting with festive flavours, perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit. Or if you'd pick a dram over dessert this party season. Think dried fruits, deep sherry and port, clove-studded oranges, mulled wine, brandy-soaked raisins, gingerbread...
Whiskeria Producer Fran Wilson and Art Director Emlyn Firth give us their first impressions of this year's spectacular, sun-drenched edition of the Islay festival.
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.
To get some immediate feedback on the newest whisky from Islay, Ardnahoe, we allowed random customers who walked into our Manchester store the chance to try an advanced sample. Store manager, Phil, captured their first impressions and we have condensed their reactions into a short video.
Scotland's small islands – from Arran, Jura and Mull in the West, to Orkney in the North – produce whiskies of various styles. Though, when referring to the Island region, this does exclude the 'whisky capital' Islay, which is a region of its own. Island whiskies differ to one another, as their qualities are born from the individuality of the island itself. They, like the beautiful countryside they spring from, will provide something to suit everyone's taste.