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Glenfiddich. A brief history The Glenfiddich Distillery was founded in 1886 by William Grant in Dufftown, Scotland, in t...
22/02/2022

Glenfiddich.
A brief history

The Glenfiddich Distillery was founded in 1886 by William Grant in Dufftown, Scotland, in the glen of the River Fiddich.

The Glenfiddich single malt whisky first ran from the stills on Christmas Day, 1887.

In the 1920s, with prohibition in force in the US, Glenfiddich was one of a very small number of distilleries to increase production. This put them in a strong position to meet the sudden rise in demand for fine aged whiskies that came with the repeal of prohibition.

In the 1950s, the Grant family built up an onsite infrastructure that included coppersmiths to maintain the copper stills, and a dedicated cooperage that is now one of the very few remaining in distilleries.[8] In 1956 the Grant's brand launched the now-iconic triangular bottle, designed by Hans Schleger.

Following difficult times in the 1960s and '70s, many small, independent distillers were bought up or went out of business. In order to survive, W. Grant & Sons expanded their production of the drink, and introduced advertising campaigns and a visitors' centre.[10] In this period they also took the decision to begin marketing single malt as a premium brand in its own right, effectively creating the modern single malt whisky category with the 1963 introduction of Glenfiddich single malt to the United States and other foreign markets.

Old Pulteney DistilleryCross the turbulent waters of the Pentland Firth on your way south from a visit to Orkney and the...
17/02/2022

Old Pulteney Distillery

Cross the turbulent waters of the Pentland Firth on your way south from a visit to Orkney and the Old Pulteney distillery in Wick is just a short drive away. Known as the ‘maritime malt’, Old Pulteney was founded in 1826 – at a time when Wick was known as the herring capital of the world. Disaster struck the distillery when – in 1922 – the town was declared an alcohol-free area. Fortunately for the whisky, prohibition was lifted 25 years later – and in recent years, the whisky has gone from strength to strength. There are two tours a day so booking is advised.

Huddart Street, Pulteney Distillery, Wick, Scotland, KW1 5BA, United Kingdom
+441955602371

Whisky Distilleries You Must Visit in ScotlandWith so many distilleries to see, be sure to visit one of Scotland's best ...
16/02/2022

Whisky Distilleries You Must Visit in Scotland
With so many distilleries to see, be sure to visit one of Scotland's best whisky-making wonders at Talisker
With so many distilleries to see, be sure to visit one of Scotland's best whisky-making wonders at Talisker

Shortbread, tartan, kilts, bagpipes – ask anyone what springs to mind when you mention Scotland and it’ll likely be one of those. Or, of course, whisky. There are six distinct whisky-producing regions and 125 distilleries in Scotland – many of which offer visitors a glimpse at their creative process with tours and tastings. Here’s our guide to some of the best to visit here.

Highland Park Distillery

Situated on the islands of Orkney, this is the most northern whisky distillery in Scotland, offering a variety of tours at different price points. One tour – the Magnus Eunson – allows the visitor to taste seven different whiskies. There is even the option of a specialist tour, which allows the keen visitor to work a day at the distillery. Highland Park still has a traditional malting floor – where the grain is turned by hand – something that is rare in most modernised distilleries. Making whisky since 1798, Highland Park has won the award for Best Spirit in the World three times.

Shortbread, tartan, kilts, bagpipes – ask anyone what springs to mind when you mention Scotland and it’ll likely be one ...
16/02/2022

Shortbread, tartan, kilts, bagpipes – ask anyone what springs to mind when you mention Scotland and it’ll likely be one of those. Or, of course, whisky.

There are six distinct whisky-producing regions and 125 distilleries in Scotland – many of which offer visitors a glimpse at their creative process with tours and tastings.

Glenmorangie 12 Lasanta. Depending on where you live it’s a rare find and a treat. Everyone is always raving about The M...
27/01/2021

Glenmorangie 12 Lasanta. Depending on where you live it’s a rare find and a treat. Everyone is always raving about The Macallan, but Glenmorangie is the most underrated single malt that hardly anyone talks about. The dried fruit on the palate along with the sweeter notes of brown sugar make a smooth and enjoyable Scotch for a special occasion.

Teeling just released its first-ever peated single malt this month called Blackpitts.  it’s a dreamy, triple distilled, ...
27/01/2021

Teeling just released its first-ever peated single malt this month called Blackpitts.

it’s a dreamy, triple distilled, peated Irish single malt, aged in a combination of sauternes and ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46%. It is like “Ireland meets Islay” — with a lightness to the way it dances on your palate, as the smoky notes linger in your senses

Here’s something you won’t readily find: an impeccably stewarded Scotch malt holding a half-century’s worth of maturity....
26/01/2021

Here’s something you won’t readily find: an impeccably stewarded Scotch malt holding a half-century’s worth of maturity. Bottled at a cask strength of 51.3% ABV, its noses evokes the fresh floral bloom of Scotland in spring. On the tongue hums marzipan, with the slightest intimation of toasted coconut along the edge. (That’s the least it should do, considering the price.) But here’s the thing: This liquid is almost criminally undervalued.
The Speyside distillery from which it was sourced just released its own 50-year-old counterpart … for $35,000!

This one is essentially the exact same liquid for less than 1/6th the cost.

This Highland distillery has been overlooked by American drinkers for far too long. A recent rebranding looks to change ...
26/01/2021

This Highland distillery has been overlooked by American drinkers for far too long.
A recent rebranding looks to change that.

Having formerly sold a series of vintage releases, it’s now pursuing the age-statement route, deploying sleek, stylish bottles to highlight the elegant, rounded liquid within.
The most mature of the lineup is a medium-bodied malt aged for a quarter-century in ex-bourbon casks before finishing for several months in Spanish oak. Many of its scotch counterparts—of comparable age and quality—currently fetch more than double the cost cited here.

Whisky giant Mark Reynier—the man who helped revitalize Bruichladdich scotch—has set sight on the Emerald Isle. His effo...
26/01/2021

Whisky giant Mark Reynier—the man who helped revitalize Bruichladdich scotch—has set sight on the Emerald Isle.
His efforts have resulted in a super terroir-driven single malt that showcases the superiority of the barley at its core, with all grain grown and harvested from a singular farm.
It arrives on U.S. shores with this offering: a 100-proof butterscotch bomb. It’s a joy to drink, sure.
But the first edition in any intended series typically appreciates best, particularly when said series takes off, as Waterford is poised to do in the months ahead.

Rare whisky has outperformed every other luxury asset, including fine wine, soaring some 564% in the last decade, accord...
26/01/2021

Rare whisky has outperformed every other luxury asset, including fine wine, soaring some 564% in the last decade, according to the Knight Frank 2020 Wealth Report. Rising demand from Asian investors has led to marquee auctions—and even cyberattacks—regarding bottles that were expected to top $2 million.

Another afternoon well spent.
25/01/2021

Another afternoon well spent.

Talisker is a firm favourite amongst all visitors new and old. Our preferred dram for our Burns supper this evening. A s...
25/01/2021

Talisker is a firm favourite amongst all visitors new and old. Our preferred dram for our Burns supper this evening. A smaller and more intimate affair than normal.

We hope everyone is enjoying a wee dram of your favourite tipple and join in celebrating the birthday of Scotlands favourite son.

24/01/2021

Scottish whisky is equalled only by her Northen Irish Cousins.
Bushmills is our favourite distillery in Northen Ireland.

What's your favourite tipple?

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