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…
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Nomad Outland Whisky
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…
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The Macallan Fine & Rare 1993 Edition
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.…
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Nick Offerman Is Finally Releasing a Scotch with Lagavulin
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…
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The Macallan Just Announced a 52-Year-Old Scotch That Costs as Much as a German Sportscar
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…
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‘Game of Thrones’ Scotch Will Warm You Up This Winter—Which, as You May Have Heard, Is Coming
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…
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8 Cask Strength Whiskies to Keep You Warm This Winter
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…
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Amazon Now Has Its Own Single Malt Whisky
The holidays are fast approaching, which means you’re about to spend a good amount of time with your ol’ pal Amazon. This year, Amazon not only helps you check off that shopping list, but offers…
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Johnnie Walker ‘White Walker’ Scotch
Winter is coming. No, really, it is. It’s already October and the last month flew by. That means you’ll need a pour of the good stuff to warm you up on a cold night. Let…
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The Scotch Bucket List: 15 Bottles You Need to Try at Least Once
Comparing scotches can be difficult. Some people look for the peatiness of an Islay offering, opting for a beverage far smokier than any bourbon, while others champion an expertly crafted blend that’s a bit more…
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The Isle of Jura is the Perfect Quiet Vacation for Scotch Lovers
To orient you, the Isle of Jura’s next door neighbor is Islay, off the West Coast of Scotland. You probably recognize the latter’s name if you’re at all a fan of scotch whisky. For all…
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It’s Time to Start Making Cocktails With Scotch Again
Three Scotch Cocktails Invented by Great Bartenders A long time ago, a bunch of stuffy old men started making everyone feel bad for drinking “contaminated” scotch. Their scorn and guilt tripping turned scotch into the…
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One of Aldi’s Cheap Whiskies Was Named Best in the World
When you think of great Scotch whisky, pricey single malts probably dance through your head. What doesn’t dance through your head are the bottles that line the shelves of your local Aldi grocery store. But…
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8 Whiskies as Smoky as a Campfire
Summer is here and that means beers, wine coolers and tiki drinks, right? Well, those are all well and good, but serious whisky drinkers aren’t going to settle for a Mai Tai just because the…
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The 10 Best Scotch Glasses For That Single Malt
Nothing goes down easier than a fine single malt after a long day. But your prized hooch deserves better than the glassware you use for milk and soda. Home bar or no home bar, you should…