Single malt Scotch is often unfairly labeled as “fancy” or “expensive,” when in reality it isn’t. Sure, countless bottles of long-aged, highly acclaimed single malt Scotch whisky fetch thousands (if not hundreds of thousands) of…
If you don’t know much about Scotch whisky, you might assume that everything that falls into the broader “Scotch” category all tastes about the same. While there are similar flavors throughout (like vanilla, caramel, oak,…
Welcome to Add to Bar Cart, where Cool Material’s writers and editors recommend the spirits that they’re enjoying most right now. There are many gift-worthy spirits out there. Bucket-list bourbons, quality gin, sipping tequila —…
When we first heard that legendary luxury brands The Macallan and Bentley Motors were linking up for a limited-edition Scotch Whisky, we didn’t know what to expect. And now that the concept design has been…
Scotland’s beloved The Balvenie Distillery has added a new scotch to its core lineup for the first time in just about a decade. Introducing Balvenie French Oak 16-Year-Old. This latest cask-finished expression is now the…
In an act of pure decadence, Bowmore has teamed up with Aston Martin on a truly futuristic Scotch Whisky release. Arc-52 is a blend of single malt whiskies aged for 52 years in a sherry…
Following the success of its first single malt scotch release, the Isle of Skye Toraphaig Distillery has launched its second expression from its single malt Scotch whisky Legacy Series. Allt Gleann, which is named after…
Looking to upgrade your weeknight dinner party? Try a unique scotch and cheese pairing. The GlenDronach Distillery has teamed up with California-based Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. for a holiday pairing experience. Available for shipping…
Famed distillery Ardbeg, located on the Scottish isle of Islay, might not be a household name, but it’s well-beloved by in-the-know Scotch drinkers. Established in 1815, Ardbeg has won dozens of awards for its trademark…
When it comes to bourbon and rye, we’re all about the single barrel expressions bottled at barrel proof. But when it comes to Scotch, it’s all about the blending and the finishing. Nomad Outland Whisky…
There’s good Scotch, great Scotch, and then the kind you just might kill for. The Macallan Fine & Rare Collection dates all the way back to 1926 and consists of 56 vintages from eight decades.…
As we’re sure you’re well aware by now, Nick Offerman has a unique way of celebrating the holidays every year. One year, there was the Offerman Yule Log that ran just under an hour. The…
As you’re well aware by now, we’re big fans of whiskies from all over the world. We’ve written individual bucket lists for bourbons, scotches and even Japanese whiskies. The Macallan just announced the release of…
With all the hardships Tyrion Lannister has faced, we’re shocked he hasn’t moved on to something harder than wine. Perhaps he just needed the right tipple. Here it is. Game of Thrones partnered with a collection…
Call it cask strength, barrel proof or overproof, there’s always a case to be made for a good, high proof whiskey. It gives you the opportunity to taste the spirit as if it had just…
