Tag: enjoy whisky
Gifts for Whisky Lovers
Does anyone really need another tie or holiday sweater? We didn’t think so! Whether you are building up your own holiday wish list or looking for the perfect gift for a whisky lover in your life, here are a few...
What is Whisky Terroir Made Of?
Does whisky have a terroir? While many whisky lovers have a favorite distillery or region, many say no. In a recent survey of members of Whisky Magazine’s online forum, 62% said that terroir was not important in whisky’s taste and...
Belgian Whisky? Can It Be?
If you buy whisky on a regular basis, you are probably used to seeing a handful of countries on the label. Scotland, Ireland, Canada and the United States are generally considered the ‘major league’ players while India, Japan and New...
Scotch Malt Whisky Society New Member Tasting Event
After I got my Scotch Malt Whisky Society Membership, the first thing I did was to sign up for their new member tasting event conducted at their 19 Greville Street society club. It was for yesterday, 14th July and after...
Essential Elements of a Well-Rounded Whisky Collection
As you begin to learn the fine qualities of good single malt whisky, you will want to build up your collection. It’s important that this collection have a variety of elements and tastes so that you can learn more about...
A Beginner’s Guide to Finding a Great Whisky Shop
Many people become whisky lovers by trying the spirits at a friend’s home or at an upscale bar. However, there comes a time in every aficionado’s life when one must build up one’s one collection. This can be difficult to...
Your Tongue and Your Taste for Whisky
Why does single malt whisky taste so good? Understanding the way your tongue works and how it interacts with whisky (and other fine beverages) can help you to developing tasting techniques that will maximize your experience. Here are a few...
Whisky and Terroir
Some whisky lovers swear that scotch whiskies from certain areas are superior, while others feel just as strongly that geography is over-rated. The general consensus, however, is that terroir is a critical part of a whisky, even though there are...
Asian Whisky?
When most people talk about the national origin of a whisky, they are discussing Irish vs. Scotch vs. American vs. Irish. However, there is another region that is producing an icreasing amount of whisky, sometimes with outstanding results. Asia, where...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Whisky Tasting
If you love whisky, you are probably always looking for ways to enhance your whisky tasting experience. There are certain rules for whisky tasting that even moderately experienced tasters may not be aware of. Check out the following do’s and...