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The etiquette and politics of whisky write-ups and reviews
Reader discretion advised: Rant incoming, partially triggered by a whisky producer who didn’t take kindly to some feedback I gave them about their whisky. It seems the etiquette and politics of whisky write-ups and reviews might be evolving. But first I’ll set the scene…. I’ve been writing about whisky for over 20 years now; I … Continue reading "The etiquette and politics of whisky write-ups and reviews" The post The etiquette and politics of whisky write-ups and reviews appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength
If you’re an Ardbeg fan (and, presumably – by definition – an Ardbeg drinker) then you’ll eagerly await each Committee Exclusive release when they come along. Whether it’s the annual Ardbeg Day special release, or some other Committee Exclusive that the team has put together, it would be fair to say that these releases always … Continue reading "Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength" The post Ardbeg Ten Cask Strength appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Glen Moray – A (w)hole in one!
Glen Moray, one of Scotland’s fastest growing whisky brands, continues to go from strength to strength. The distillery has had a long-established presence in Australia, dating back to the early “Chardonnay-mellowed” releases of the late 1990’s. The range continues to expand and to offer single malt Scotch drinkers a diverse range of styles and flavours, … Continue reading "Glen Moray – A (w)hole in one!" The post Glen Moray – A (w)hole in one! appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Whisky Wayfarers
If you’ve read anything about the whisky industry in the last 12 months, you’ll be aware that the once vibrant and booming industry is experiencing a sharp downturn. The reasons are many and varied but, what it ultimately means, is that whisky brands, distributors, and retailers…and even just whisky enthusiasts keen to share and spread … Continue reading "Whisky Wayfarers" The post Whisky Wayfarers appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Bakery Hill – 25 Years and the Next Generation
In the increasingly-crowded shelf space for Australian whisky (as well as the crowded column space for Australian whisky articles!), a degree of “categorisation” needs to be applied if one is to consider the now-wide spectrum of the Australian whisky industry. There are the new distilleries, the big distilleries, the small distilleries, the hobby distilleries, and … Continue reading "Bakery Hill – 25 Years and the Next Generation" The post Bakery Hill – 25 Years and the Next Generation appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Glasgow Distillery
Most whisky enthusiasts would be aware of the huge explosion in the number of new single malt distilleries to have been established in Scotland in the last ten to twenty years. Kilchoman’s arrival in 2005 heralded in a boom of new distilleries as both new and old players added to the tally of operating distilleries. … Continue reading "Glasgow Distillery" The post Glasgow Distillery appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Hellyers Road
If you’ve kept an eye on the Australian whisky industry over the last five years or so, you’ll be aware of huge, dynamic change. We’ve seen more than 30 new distilleries bring their debut release to market. We’ve seen large-scale distilling emerge, and we’ve seen corporate and investment money now backing many distilleries. We’ve also … Continue reading "Hellyers Road" The post Hellyers Road appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Iniquity Gold, Batch 008
I’m often asked, “Which do you think is the best Australian whisky”? It’s a difficult question to answer, although I had a fair crack at answering it in this article here. One of the problems in answering the question is that it can depend on how much you’re comfortable spending? Ask me what is the … Continue reading "Iniquity Gold, Batch 008" The post Iniquity Gold, Batch 008 appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Ardbeg Eureka
It’s been an interesting few years for Ardbeg. The core range continues to grow with new insertions at the affordable end (e.g. the Wee Beastie) and interesting additions at the premium end such as the limited edition 19yo Traigh Bhan batches, the 25yo, and curiosities like Heavy Vapours and Fermutation. While Ardbeg will always have … Continue reading "Ardbeg Eureka" The post Ardbeg Eureka appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Ardbeg 17
Ardbeg 17 makes a triumphant return to our consciences and tastebuds but – like so many things in Scotch whisky these days – its time appears limited. At least for now. The “new” Ardbeg 17yo is a special Committee Release and is also available at the distillery on Islay, and at selected Ardbeg Embassies and … Continue reading "Ardbeg 17" The post Ardbeg 17 appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .