Top 60 Best Whisky Media, News, Reviews, Resources

• 3 surprising countries making world-class whisky - The Telegraph.
• 5 Scotch Whisky Choices For Coronavirus Self-Isolation - Forbes.
• 6 classic whisky cocktails to try - The Telegraph.
• 8 Best Scotch Whiskies For Burns Night - "There’s no such thing as a bad time to drink Scotch. But there’s arguably no better time to raise a dram than Burns Night."
• 10 best whisky gifts for Christmas - The Telegraph.
• 10 celebrities with their own alcohol brands - The Telegraph.
• 12 reasons why you shouldn't give up drinking in January - The Telegraph.
• 18 CHILLED, SHAKEN, EXQUISITE GIFTS FOR THE BAR - Wired.
• 30 best songs about whisky - The Telegraph.
• 50 Of The Most Expensive Whiskies In The World - "Meet 50 of the most expensive whiskies for sale on the global market at the moment, courtesy of data from wine-searcher.com."
• 1001 Whiskies You Must Taste Before You Die - the connoisseurs’ scoop on the finest spirits from the Scottish highlands to the exotic new whiskies emanating from Japan and the evolving world of American micro-distilleries. The book also covers bourbons and ryes, making this the go-to volume for the serious whisky connoisseur as well as the passionate beginner. This essential guide represents the collective, subjective wisdom of an international team of critics who winnow the world of spirits down to the “must-try” whiskies—from high-quality, mass-produced brands to small-batch specialty bourbons from micro-distilleries. Each entry includes critical tasting notes, a history of the distillery, and temperature recommendations.
• $10,000 GLASS OF MACALLAN ‘IS A FAKE’ - Scotch Whisky.
• A day in the life of a whisky ambassador - The Telegraph.
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• A Glass for Enjoying a Sip of Whisky While Floating in Space - The New York Times.
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• Agresti - armoire with two doors and lid in polished Ebony, leather handles. Ruthenium brass parts. Contents: electronic Liebherr humidor for 500 cigars, 4 Cognac and 4 whisky 24% lead hand cut crystal glasses, poker chips, cards, dice and leather cups.
• Artemest - "Bar Cabinets & Cool Accessories for the Connoisseur." A selection of stylish bar cabinets manufactured by some of the most talented cabinet makers in Italy and accessories any connoisseur would fall for - crystal whisky bottles, silver ice buckets and champagne holders, and exquisite decanters in Murano glass.
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• BACtrack Skyn - "World's 1st Wearable Alcohol Monitor." Low cost, wearable, non-invasive alcohol monitoring device that sends Transdermal Alcohol Content (TAC) results via Bluetooth to an iOS device.
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• Balvenie D.C.S Compensium - the official name the Balvenie has given to malt master distiller David Stewart's final 25 selections, each in its own way an exemplar of the malt master’s craft. The distillery plans to release them slowly—five bottles each year for the next five years—in groups it has christened "chapters." Each grouping of five bottles will provide a distinct perspective on the Balvenie, the Speyside whisky known for its honeyed sweetness. Price: US$50,000.
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• Billy Reid - Leather Coasters.
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• Bob Dylan’s Latest Gig: Making Whiskey - The New York Times.
• Bottle of whisky smashes auction records - "A bottle of whisky sold for $1.9 million, smashing auction records."
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• Breathalyzers at Amazon.com - 397 results as of March 26, 2018.
• Can Liquor Have a Local Taste? They’re Banking on It - "No one is sure whether spirits can convey ‘terroir’ like wine does. But distillers are seeking, and selling, that sense of place."
• Can Whisky Strengthen Your Immune System? - "Whether moderate whisky consumption will help bolster your immune system is debatable. In reasonable quantities, it probably won’t hurt."
• Can you solve it? The whisky puzzle that will have you on the rocks - The Guardian.
• Century-old whiskeys found in hidden bank vault - "Rare pre-Prohibition whiskeys offer a taste of American history."
• Chinese man pays $10,000 for whisky shot at Swiss bar - TimesLive.
• Conor McGregor's new whiskey - it's just as bad as you'd expect - Business Insider.
• Could there be a cure for hangovers? - The Guardian.
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• Devil’s Place Whisky-Bar - 'The Largest Whisky Bar in the World' at Hotel Waldhaus am See, Via Dim Lej 6, 7500 St.Moritz, Switzerland. "As one of the 'Leading Bars of the Wold' this bar has 2,500 different kinds of whisky, which is the largest selection in the world. Two times, Devil's Place has received an entry in the 'GuinnessBook of World Records' for its outstanding whisky collection. Devil's Place is not only for the hotel guests, it is open to the public all year round until 00:30 o'clock."
• Difford's Guide - since 1997. "For Discerning Drinkers." Aims to inform and inspire discerning drinkers with engaging and impartial information on cocktails, beers, spirits & liqueurs, as well as the best bars around the world to enjoy them.
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• DrinkMate - "We've created DrinkMate, the smallest, most convenient breathalyzer in the world and it plugs right into your iPhone or Android device!"
• Exploring Scotch whisky regions - The Telegraph.
• FOR PEAT SAKE! - whisky ratings & reviews.
• Forget Beer & RosÉ, a Truly Classy BBQ Calls for Whisky Cocktails - Bloomberg.
• Glencairn Whisky Glass - considered the most innovative whisky glass on the market, the crystal Glencairn glass is an official product specifically designed for Scotch whisky.
• Glenmorangie’s Beyond The Cask reveals partnership with Renovo bicycles - The Telegraph.
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• Gordon & MacPhail - "When James Gordon and John Alexander MacPhail announced the opening of their 'centrical and commodious premises' on South Street, Elgin, on 24th May 1895 they would be proud to see it still trading today. No visit to the Gordon & MacPhail store would be complete without a visit to the Whisky Room. Stocking around 1000 different single malt whiskies, the Whisky Room attracts customers from throughout the world to its crowded shelves. Browsing through the wide selection of whiskies, many of which are very old and extremely rare, you have entered the Aladdin’s Cave of whisky." The shop is split into four sections: The Deli, The Wines and Spirits Department, The Grocery Department, and The Whisky Room, which has one of the largest collections of whisky in the world.
• Hoshizaki - one of the world's top names in ice maker manufacturing.
• How alcohol can improve your memory - The Guardian.
• How Daniel Craig cures a hangover - Business Insider.
• How is single malt whisky made? - The Telegraph.
• How Much Alcohol Can You Drink Safely? - The New York Times.
• How to Invest in Whisky | Guide for 2019 - The Spirits Embassy.
• How To Taste Whisky Like A Pro - "The debate over the best way to taste and drink whisky is a timeless one. Decades ago, many Scotch drinkers passionately supported drinking whisky neat, perhaps with a drop of water, but nothing else. No mixers or ice, as that ruins the drink."
• Inside Macallan's new, one-of-a-kind, £140 million subterranean distillery - The Telegraph.
• International Wine & Spirit Competition | IWSC - since 1969. "The premier competition of its kind in the world. It aims to promote the quality and excellence of the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs. The IWSC receives entries from nearly 90 countries worldwide. The Competition has the support of many of the world’s top wine and spirit producers, setting the international benchmark for quality. The unique combination of detailed technical analysis and specialist judging panels means that gaining an IWSC 'Competition Award' is an exceptional achievement."
• is drinking becoming as socially unacceptable as smoking? - The Guardian.
• Japanese Whisky Declared ‘World’s Best Single Malt 2020’ At The World Whisky Awards - "Every year, the winners of the World Whisky Awards, organized by Whisky Magazine, are announced at a very nice gala dinner event. This year however, with the coronavirus pandemic looming large, the usual pomp and circumstance had to unfortunately be stripped back to a live social media feed on Facebook and Twitter announcing the best whiskies, its Icons of Whisky, and its newest Whisky Hall of Fame members."
• Jim Beam's smart decanter will pour you a shot when you ask - engadget.
• Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2014 - the most comprehensive and thoroughly researched guide to whisky ever produced. Honest, forthright, and proudly independent, Jim Murray has tasted and rated over 5,000 world whiskies.
  
• Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible Liquid Gold Awards - since 2003.
• Just Miniatures - "No 1 UK Alcoholic Miniature Bottle Drinks." Just Miniatures is the UK's Largest Retailer of Miniature Alcohol Bottles, with Amazing Prices and a Great Range of Over 5,000 products! With Over 15 Years in the Business, we strive on customer service and quick delivery. Having supplied everyone from the Royal Family to A List Celebrities, Just Miniatures has the pedigree and experience to provide a bespoke service, whether it be for personalised gift boxes and bottles, or bulk orders for Wholesale.
• Kentucky bourbon production at highest level in nearly 50 years - "Distillers surpass 1.7m barrels for only second time since 1968."
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• Linley Tectonic Bar - "Exquisitely crafted in ebonised walnut with white gold leaf and nickel accents, the Tectonic Bar embodies superlative quality and innovative design whilst epitomizing the intricacy and precision of fine craftsmanship at its best."
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• LINLEY VICE BOX - "Drinking, Smoking and Gambling - Specially designed for the individual who enjoys combining a casual drink with a game of poker whilst indulging in a fine cigar."
• List of whisky brands - Wikipedia.
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• Louis Vuitton Whisky case - since 1854. "In the great tradition of Louis Vuitton trunk-making, this Whisky case enables whisky lovers to take on their trips all they need to properly savour this rare and delicate product."
• Macallan 1926 breaks auction record at US$1.9m - "The 60-year-old Macallan from cask #263 was the headline sale of the Ultimate Whisky Collection auction, which was held by Sotheby’s in London today (24 October, 2019)."
• Macallan distillery opens up for 4D virtual reality tours - The Verge.
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• Manhattan Drinks Cabinet - by Amy Somerville. A suavely urbane drinks cabinet in American black walnut with ziricote and oak panels and solid polished bronze legs back-plate and handles.
• Neat idea? Why serving whisky in a capsule is a novelty too far - "The Glenlivet claims it is ‘redefining how whisky can be enjoyed’ with its edible pods, which are wrapped in seaweed. True whisky lovers will scotch the notion."
• Notorious Irish Whiskey will hit Ireland soon as Conor McGregor reveals new business plan - Independent.ie.
• old whisky isn’t necessarily better than young whisky - The Guardian.
• on the bourbon trail in Kentucky - The Guardian.
• Pickle juice & Marmite: the 11 best hangover cures - by pub landlords - "They serve up the hangovers in the first place, but what do they recommend to take them away?"
• PPM | Phenol Parts per Million - PPM values.
• Proof: whisky tastes better with water - The Telegraph.
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• PURDEY - hand made oak framed, leather covered portable drinks cabinet.
• Raise a glass to the best drinks cabinets - The Telegraph.
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• Ritz Paris Essentials - "Hemingway would say, 'When I dream of afterlife in heaven, the action always takes place in the Ritz Paris.' The hotel was his Paris sanctum and the bar was where he invented new worlds. Engraved with the H from the protagonists in A Moveable Feast, these whisky glasses will whisk you away to the legendary Bar Hemingway."
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• Rolls-Royce Cocktail Hamper - "One of Fifteen. Our most sociable accessory to date." Expertly handcrafted from aluminium, carbon fibre, walnut and leather, the hamper contains everything needed to create and enjoy your favourite cocktails with friends. You’ll find a selection of the finest cocktail recipes in the Rolls-Royce Cocktail Collection. The collection is made in partnership with two experts from the Dorchester Collection’s London hotels, The Dorchester and 45 Park Lane. Price: £26,000.
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• Rosenthal - since 1879. "Gala Prestige - Rosenthal meets Versace. Luxurious and elaborately decorated."
• Royal Salute whisky limited edition flask edition
• Scotch on the rocks: Jack Daniel's overtakes traditional whisky as Britain's favourite - The Telegraph.
• Scotch Pronunciation Guide - Esquire.
• Scotch Whisky 101 - A Beginners Guide - Gentleman's Gazette.
• Single barrel whiskey - (or single cask whisky) is a premium class of whisky in which each bottle comes from an individual aging barrel, instead of being created by blending together the contents of various barrels to provide uniformity of color and taste.
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• SMATHERS & BRANSON - needlepoint coster sets.
• Snifter - (also called brandy snifter, brandy bowl, cognac glass, or balloon) is a type of stemware, a short-stemmed glass whose vessel has a wide bottom and a relatively narrow top. It is mostly used to serve aged brown spirits such as bourbon, brandy, and whisky.
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• Stefano Ricci - Big Five Sterling Silver Glasses
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• STELTON CYLINDA-LINE - since 1960. Designed by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen.
• Sullivans Cove Tasmanian Single Cask Malt Whisky - since 1994. Named the world's best single malt whisky at the World Whiskies Awards in London on March 20, 2014.
• The best hangover cures - The Telegraph.
  
• The New Sobriety - "Everyone’s sober now. Even if ... they drink a little?"
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• The Scotch Whisky Experience - 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, Scotland, U.K. "Visit the new Scotch Whisky Experience for a sensational journey! Take a swirling, bubbling barrel ride through a replica distillery as you become part of the whisky making process."
• The Scotch Whisky Guide - Gentleman's Gazette.
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• The Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre - 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, Scotland, U.K. Large tourist attraction in Edinburgh. It is located on Castlehill in the Old Town of Edinburgh, immediately adjacent to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle.
• The secret to whisky’s global success - "The enduring mystique of Scotch whisky has been paramount to its global success."
• The W Club - "The W Club is the leading whisky consumer club, taking members on a journey of discovery. Join now for news, exclusive competitions, features and money-can't-buy Whisky experiences."
• The Whisky Chronicles - The New York Times.
  
• The Whisky Tasting Club - "We will send you tastings as and when you want them. We will offer a range of tastings which will grow as our club grows. If you have any suggestions for tasting themes let us know. We have blogs where you can hear the latest whisky news and forums where our members can talk about whisky, interact and give opinions about the tastings we have sent. We want to build a strong whisky based community with something for everyone."
• Thrillist - "Digital Lifestyle for men - Everything worth caring about in drink, food, and travel."
• Top 10 Whiskies of 2019 - Forbes.
• What drinking alcohol means for your cancer & death risk - CNN health.
• What the world's most expensive Irish whiskey tastes like? - "On Tuesday night, a gathering of whiskey enthusiasts met in London's Old Sessions House to toast the launch of Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection, Ireland's oldest ever whiskey collection. The price tag for this rare wonder is $40,000."
• Whiskeria magazine - The Whisky Shop.
• Whisky - Wikipedia.
• Whisky & sherry, an unlikely perfect marriage? - The Telegraph.
• Whisky for Everyone - "Guide to the world of whisky and whiskey."
• Whisky Fun by Serge - "Blog, reviews and tasting notes since 2002."
• Whisky Liqueurs - whiskymerchants.co.uk.
• WHISKY MAGAZINE - "Celebrating the whiskies of the world."
• WHISKY PARTY - "Whisky Party is Mike, Mike, and Dan exploring the world of Scotch whisky one dram at a time. We are all under 35 and we want to demystify the world of Scotch and whiskey drinking and help folks find good whiskies at good prices."
• Whisky replaces traditional champagne at naming ceremony for HMS Queen Elizabeth - Royal Navy.
• Whisky vs Water - learn how to master the ‘whisky vs water’ trick, which involves switching the liquids between glasses without spilling a drop.
• Whisky Watch - "Our goal is to unveil the secrets of whisky and dispel the myth that it’s a drink for only a select few. No matter where you are or what beverage you prefer, you can enjoy the delights of some of the finest alcohol in the world. You just have to know where to look. Here at Whisky Watch we aren’t just reviewing assorted bottles you’ve never heard of and giving you opinions you’ll forget about as soon as you get to the store."
• WHISKYFINDER - price search engine and an information database on all things whisky. "Find vodka, cognac, beer, wine or champagne, as well as any other type of alcohol. We try to crawl as many online stores as we can find to get you the best prices on drink, and the list is growing ever larger."
• Wizards of Whisky - since 2012.
• world is running low on old single malt Scotch - CNN Money.
• WORLD OF WHISKIES - offer a commendable collection of fine whiskies from around the world. Our expert buyers have carefully selected over 350 whiskies from across the globe. Located at Edinburgh, Gatwick North + South, Heathrow Terminal 1 + 5, Glasgow & Stansted.
• World Whiskies Awards - since 2007.
• WORLD WHISKY MAP - discover the very best single malts, grains, pure malts, blends and bourbons from as far apart as the the Orkney Islands and Japan.
• World Whisky Masters - awarded by Spirits Business magazine.
• world's best hangover cures - "The morning after: What people around the world eat and drink to beat a hangover and where to order it."
• 'World's largest' Scotch whisky collection could fetch $10.5 million at auction - "Dubbed 'the Perfect Collection,' the spirits were amassed by the late Richard Gooding -- a private American collector from Colorado. The collection consists of more than 3,900 bottles -- primarily single malt Scotch -- and will be sold at auction next year, with some individually valued at more than $1.6 million."
• world's most expensive bottle of whisky has been sold for £848,000 at auction in Edinburgh. - "The Macallan Valerio Adami 1926 60-year-old went under the hammer at Bonhams Whisky Sale."
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• world's most expensive whisky - the Macallan 6-litre “M” Decanter by Lalique sold for HK$4.9 million / £393,109 / US$628,205 at a Sotheby's auction in Hong Kong, January 18, 2014.
• world's priciest dram: Whisky bottle sells for over $1.5 million - "The vintage spirit, which came in a unique bottle painted by Irish artist Michael Dillon, smashed a record set last month when a bottle of the same 1926 vintage sold at Bonhams in Edinburgh for more than £848,000 ($1.1 million)."
• World's priciest whisky bought by Chinese millionaire revealed to be fake - The Telegraph.