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The Dublin Pub, Donal Fallon
This book is a pictorial tour of Dublin Pubs not necessary chosen for their range of drinks – more because of their historical, artistic, literary & musical connections of times past & present. There are many stories within. The Brazen Head – for example – where both spies & participants of the 1798 Rebellion hung … Continue reading The Dublin Pub, Donal Fallon →
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Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 126, Oceanus Hibernicus
A brand that appears to be dividing opinion is Oceanus Hibernicus. On the one hand it has won a Blended Malt award at the World Whiskies Awards & favorable reviews from punters. On the other side folks dislike it. I’m not sure if the basis for the dislike is the in the nature of the … Continue reading Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 126, Oceanus Hibernicus →
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Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0%
The Non-Alcoholic market continues to grow despite lagging sales in Alcoholic Beverages. Any Beer or Cider manufacturer without a product in the NA category is missing out. I came across Thatchers Zero Somerset Cider when up in Scotland recently & decided to give it a taste. Thatchers are easily available everywhere in the UK from … Continue reading Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0% →
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Schiehallion Craft Lager, 4.8%, Scotland
I have been to the top of Schiehallion many years ago. It’s an iconic mountain in the Highlands of Scotland. It also happens to be the name of a Craft Lager from Harviestoun Brewery. I occasionally order it on finding it for old times sake. The restaurant I was in happily served it in the … Continue reading Schiehallion Craft Lager, 4.8%, Scotland →
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A Visit To The Borders Distillery, Hawick
The Borders area of Scotland isn’t renowned for whisky distillation – although there are now a few on the go. Nor does it have the caché of Speyside. But as I was in the environs I thought a visit to The Borders Distillery in Hawick was overdue. Unlike other distilleries, Borders released a Workshop Series … Continue reading A Visit To The Borders Distillery, Hawick →
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Shelf Space on a Carrefour Supermarket in Toulouse
I was in France for the fabulous Toulouse Whisky Festival 2026. Part of my research involved popping into a nearby Carrefour supermarket to browse the spirits shelves to see what was on them. Primarily I was checking out the Irish brands & I was reasonably pleased with the showing. The top shelf in the first … Continue reading Shelf Space on a Carrefour Supermarket in Toulouse →
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Berry Bros & Rudd, Miniature Pack Blind Tasting, 2 x Speyside, 1 x Islay, 1 x Irish, Single Malts, 44.2% to 48.2%
This Berry Bros & Rudd selection pack was specifically chosen for a Blind Tasting session. Coming from such a long-standing independent bottler of fine repute I’m sure the contents are all of good quality & taste. It’s down to personal preference as to which one will float your boat the most. For my palate I’m … Continue reading Berry Bros & Rudd, Miniature Pack Blind Tasting, 2 x Speyside, 1 x Islay, 1 x Irish, Single Malts, 44.2% to 48.2% →
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Solway Spirits, Golden Rum, 40%, Scotland
There’s a bit of a Rum Revival going on in Scotland. A number of distilleries have sprung up in the last few years making Scottish Rum from imported molasses. There’s even an annual Scottish Rum Festival for those keen to sample the delights of this growing category! Check out their Facebook page here. On my … Continue reading Solway Spirits, Golden Rum, 40%, Scotland →
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Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 125, Innis & Gunn
It might seem odd to do an Irish Whiskey Around The World on a beer – but hear me out. Well known Scottish brewers Innis & Gunn have specialised in Barrel Aged Beers & clearly had to have an Irish Whiskey Cask version in their range. I never actually saw this bottle for sale in … Continue reading Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 125, Innis & Gunn →
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Thistly Cross, Elderflower Scottish Cider, 3.4%
There’s a number of flavoured ciders on the market. They use additional fruits or flowers as well as the apple base to give a different taste profile. Elderflower is one such example & it generally produces a drinking experience I enjoy. Scottish Cider maker Thistly Cross have a version that I picked up when on … Continue reading Thistly Cross, Elderflower Scottish Cider, 3.4% →
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Whiskey Live Dublin, 2026
After catching flights for a couple of Whisky Shows around various European venues it was extremely pleasant to attend Whiskey Live Dublin 2026 & be able to get the train home. Despite the lull in sales I was very happy to engage & taste a few new entrants to the Irish Whiskey category at the … Continue reading Whiskey Live Dublin, 2026 →