The October Question That Haunts Every Whisky Lover People constantly ask me what the "perfect October whisky" is, and my answer is always the same: there's no single perfect bottle — just the perfect one for your autumn evening. It's like asking for the best book to read by a crackling fire; ...

A lot of people ask us what the "best whisky" is, and our answer is always the same: there's no single "best" — just the best for you. It's like asking for the greatest song ever written; you'll get ten different answers in ten seconds. But since nobody is ever satisfied with that, we lock ...

A lot of people ask us what the "best whisky" is, and our answer is always the same: there's no single "best" — just the best for you. It's like asking for the best song ever written; you'll get ten different answers in ten seconds. But since nobody is ever satisfied with that, we lock ...

Bottom Line Up Front: Jura whisky offers Highland elegance with subtle maritime influence, creating an accessible yet distinctive range that serves as an excellent gateway to island whiskies. While the 40% ABV core expressions divide opinion among enthusiasts, higher-strength releases showcase the ...

The Old Fitzgerald Bottled In Bond 2006 11 Year Old represents everything collectors and enthusiasts expect from Heaven Hill's premium wheated bourbon line. After spending considerable time with this £900 expression, I can confidently say it delivers on both heritage and quality—though at a price ...

After three months of testing and comparing Bushmills Original against four major competitors, I can confirm it delivers heritage authenticity at an accessible price point, though with notable limitations that became apparent during my blind tastings. Bushmills Original delivers heritage ...

Bottom Line Up Front: Slane Irish Whiskey represents a genuine breakthrough in Irish whiskey innovation, combining aristocratic heritage with cutting-edge triple-cask maturation to create a smooth yet complex spirit that bridges traditional Irish character with American whiskey influences at an ...

A masterclass in triple-cask maturation from Ireland's oldest licensed distillery

At a Glance: Bushmills 16 Year Old Review Bottom Line: An exceptional triple-wood Irish single malt that justifies its premium price with elegant complexity and masterful craftsmanship. Best For: Special occasions, Irish whiskey exploration, elegant sipping ...

7 Reasons Why the Bushmills 30 Year Old Single Malt Completely Changed My Mind About Irish Whiskey I'll be completely honest with you—when I first heard about the Bushmills 30 Year Old Single Malt being priced at nearly £2,000, I thought someone had made a typo. Irish whiskey at Scottish single ...

The Art of the Rock: Finding the Best Bourbon to Drink on the Rocks The ice sings a subtle crackle as the amber liquid envelops it, a slow-motion dance in the confines of a heavy-bottomed glass. The fire in the hearth pops and hisses, a willing partner in this evening's symphony. This is the ...

I'll be completely honest with you—when someone mentioned "underrated Irish whiskeys" to me a few years ago, I internally rolled my eyes. You know that feeling when you think you've got something all figured out? That was me with Irish whiskey. I mean, come on. There's Jameson for everyday ...

I'll be honest with you—when I first started exploring Irish whiskey seriously about five years ago, I thought the whole Bushmills vs Jameson debate was just marketing noise. You know that feeling when everyone's arguing about two things that seem pretty similar? That was me, standing in ...

7 Critical Differences Between Bottled in Bond vs Single Barrel Bourbon That Every Whiskey Lover Must Know I'll be honest with you—when I first started getting serious about bourbon, the whole "bottled in bond vs single barrel" thing completely confused me. I remember standing in the whiskey ...

I'll be completely honest with you—when I first heard about The Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old from the 2022 Special Releases, I rolled my eyes so hard I nearly pulled something. Another marketing gimmick, I thought. Wine casks for eight years? That's not whisky maturation, that's practically ...

I'll be honest with you—when I first spotted The Singleton 12 Year Old on the shelf, I almost walked right past it. You know that feeling when you see a whisky that looks a little too polished, a little too "mass market"? That was me, thinking this was just another corporate attempt to water down ...

7 Surprising Facts About Who Makes Haig Club Whiskey That Will Change How You See This Brand You know that moment when you're standing in the whiskey aisle, staring at that distinctive square blue bottle of Haig Club, and you think to yourself: "Who actually makes this stuff?" I'll be ...

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When I first started seriously buying Jack Daniel's in the UK, I made a classic mistake that cost me dearly. I was loyally shopping at my local supermarket, paying £26-28 for Old No. 7, thinking I was getting decent value. Then I discovered Amazon UK's Jack Daniel's price (deals), and everything ...

Bottom Line Up Front: Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old earns an impressive 82/100 from 38 expert reviewers, making it one of the finest value propositions in the Islay category. At £40-54, this unpeated single malt offers exceptional complexity and craftsmanship that rivals expressions costing twice as ...