5 Speyside whisky distilleries calling your name
Home to over 50 distilleries, Speyside whisky’s cup overfloweth with exploring possibilities. For now, here are five that deserve a spot on your whisky bucket list.
3rd August 2023
Scotch
To put it simply, Scotch is the term used for whisky made in Scotland.
There is more to it than that of course and there are a number of specific conditions placed on the production, bottling, labelling, packaging and advertising which producers must meet.
The articles below all feature Scotch in some way but we suggest the best starting point is our introductory piece: What is Scotch Whisky?
What is single malt whisky?
Often considered ‘superior’ among aficionados, single malt whisky has been made in Scotland since the 18th and 19th centuries. But what actually makes a single malt unique?
21st April 2023
The Lowland whisky distilleries you need to know about
Once a significant single malt player, The Lowlands is now mostly known as the home of the blend – but this all looks set to change as several new and exciting distilleries in the region are in the process of creating their own innovative whiskies
13th April 2023
Five of the best East Coast distilleries in Scotland
Scotland’s east coast has a rich and diverse east coast whisky trail. Check out the best east coast distilleries in Scotland
1st September 2022
What are the different types of whisky, and how are they made?
While its roots run deep in Scotland, these days whisky is making a name for itself in in all corners of the globe. For the
5th May 2022
Scotland’s must-visit peated whisky distilleries
Peated whisky distilleries are synonymous with Scotland’s whisky industry, history and culture. Here are some must-visit examples.
20th April 2022
Your Ultimate Whisky Christmas Gift Guide 2021
We’ve put together a Christmas gift guide for the whisky lovers in your life. Whether you’re on the lookout for friends or family, or just fancy treating yourself, get all the whisky-themed inspiration you need, right here.
9th November 2021
“The spirit is king!”: Q&A with Drew and Helen McKenzie Smith, Founders at Lindores Abbey Distillery
WWD chats to Lindores Abbey Distillery founders Drew and Helen McKenzie Smith about producing the site’s first whisky in 527 years
20th October 2021
When Bowman met Bruce
World Whisky Day Founder Blair Bowman and Jura Whisky Brand Home Manager Mark Bruce chatted about life on Jura, what’s keeping them busy under lockdown,
16th May 2020
Burns Night whiskies
No Burns Night celebration would be complete without whisky – but which whisky is best to do the occasion justice?
25th January 2019