Whether you’re a Scotch connoisseur or you’re just dabbling in the spirit and exploring what’s out there, it’s nice to familiarize yourself with the different Scotch whisky regions. Each of these areas in Scotland and the distillers residing there offer their own unique spin on the drink, based on factors like production methods, climate, and local ingredients. Learn all about them here.
Whether you’re a Scotch connoisseur or are just getting your feet wet in the whole experience, you might need a hand when it comes to buying Scotch glasses. Learn about the whole point of using a glass dedicated to the classic spirit and read up on the different types of Scotch glasses out there and how you should go about choosing the best set for yourself. Finally, we’ve listed some solid picks for your next purchase.
Whiskey, the water of life, the amber-colored spirit reminding us that life is worth living. We’ve learned about how to drink it, but what about choosing the correct vessel for tasting this life-giving spirit? We’re going to review the best whiskey glasses, distinguishing features of each, and which glasses to buy for the best tasting experience (and perhaps we’ll sing the famous Morgan Wallen song in the process).
Do you ever read an article about whiskey and wonder why the author changes the spelling of whisky throughout an article? Or do you know why it’s changed, but you always check to see if the author used it correctly? Or maybe you’ve never noticed the subtle difference in spelling. No matter which it is, we are going to explain once and for all: whiskey vs whisky – What’s the difference?
Some people say you become an adult when you turn 18. Others say it isn’t until you land your first real job. But for us, we think the real marker you’ve made it is when you move on from pooling your cash with your roommates to buy a handle of vodka, and get serious about starting your very own home bar.
So you’ve decided to give a Taster’s Club membership for the holidays. Great! They’re going to love it. Now strap in, because here comes the hard part: picking out just the right one.
Everyone knows how hard it is to shop for the men in your life. Whether it’s your dad, boyfriend or best friend, men are typically difficult to shop for. Add in Christmas traffic, packed malls, long lines and screaming kids and your patience is worn thin. That’s not the jolly Christmas shopping experience you should have. It’s also hard to shop for special and unique gifts that will actually continued to be used throughout the year. Yes, you could opt for tools, another stiff work shirt or the somewhat thoughtless gift certificate, but why not do something a little different this year.
Scotland is practically synonymous with single malt, but this month, some of our lucky club members are finding out for themselves that great single malt can come from south of the border, too.
Britain has long punched well above its weight when it comes to distilled spirits. For many consumers, Scotch and Irish whisky and English gin are the standard bearers for their global categories. But there’s more to U.K. distilling than those giants, and this month, Taster’s Club members found out firsthand just how delicious whisky made in another corner of the United Kingdom can be.
