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The Legacy of Blanton's Whiskey: The Original Single Barrel Bourbon
When it comes to premium bourbon, one name that consistently stands out is Blanton’s. Celebrated for its rich flavour, distinctive bottle design, and collectible horse stoppers, Blanton’s is more than just whiskey - it’s a cornerstone of American bourbon...
A History of Port Ellen: 200 Years of Islay’s Legendary Distillery
On the windswept southern shores of Islay - Scotland’s most storied whisky island - lies one of the most revered names in Scotch: Port Ellen. Known for its smoky elegance and elusive rarity, Port Ellen’s journey is one of pioneering spirit, industrial...
Spotlight: Murray McDavid
Murray McDavid was founded in 1994 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright. Reynier and Coughlin were London-based wine merchants, while Wright was formerly a director at Springbank distillery, bringing deep industry expertise to the new venture....
Focus: World’s Oldest Scotch Whisky
Today, the 2nd of October 2025, welcomes the unveiling of the worlds official oldest aged single malt Scotch whisky; the Glenlivet 1940 85yo from Gordon & MacPhail has been released in collaboration with the American architect Jeanne Gang, who is...
200 Years of Ben Nevis Distillery
This year hails the remarkable bicentenary of the Ben Nevis distillery. Founded in 1825 by "Long John" MacDonald, a larger-than-life character known for his impressive 6'4" stature! After an initial partnership, he took full ownership and built the distillery's...