The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Read the full article at Scotch Whisky Review: Claxton’s Dalswinton Series Springbank 30 Year Old The Dalswinton Series 2nd Edition comprises five remarkable, high-age-statement whiskies, each sourced from a different distillery across Scotland, celebrating the countrys rich whisky-making tradition.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 27, 2025

These soft peaty expressions are very much scotch-inspired single malts, while his Hogback Peat Smoked Single Malt and Rich Roast Single Malt are rich and intense yet very easy to drink. Read the full article at Graeme Wallace – The Scotch Whisky Icon Making Single Malt In Colorado

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Read the full article at Why Ardbeg’s Most Intriguing Whiskies Don’t Tell You Their Age Whether it’s space-aged whisky or unusually long fermentations, these innovations maintain Ardbeg’s reputation for both quality and creativity – even without a number on the label.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

That aside, this article about food pairings was a pretty interesting one to put together. Read the full article at Top 10 Pizza Toppings & Perfect Whisky Pairings It’s rather fitting that I’m writing this while recovering from one of the worst hangovers I’ve had in a while.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 30, 2025

Read the full article at Isle of Raasay Explores Oak Species Influence With New Tasting Pack Every drop is distilled, matured, and bottled on Raasay, home to just 161 residents a detail displayed on each label. The Oak Species Tasting Pack is now available for 35.00 via the Isle of Raasay Distillery website and select retailers.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 21, 2025

Read the full article at Thompson Brothers Launch 1.8M Since establishing their independent whisky business in 2016, Phil and Simon Thompson have built a reputation for quality across their single malt whisky casks, independent bottlings, and gin products. Crowdfund for Sustainable Distillery

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 15, 2025

Read the full article at Loch Lomond Whiskies Unveils Limited-Edition Single Malts to Celebrate The Open Championship The Open Special Edition 2025 is also available as a gift pack with branded glasses for 50. The expressions are available from the Loch Lomond Whiskies website and select retailers starting 15 April 2025.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Read the full article at Scotch Whisky Review: The Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Cask It’s a bottle that’s made a significant mark on the whisky world, establishing The Macallan as the go-to name when it comes to sherry casks.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 11, 2025

Available now for $872 Read the full article at Seven Classic Cadenheads Available on The Whiskey Wash Shop Uncoloured and non-chill-filtered, it presents nutty malt, herbal spice, and a rustic edge. While lesser known than other names, early Cadenheads Fettercairns are cult favourites for fans of old-school whisky profiles.

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Photo by SJ via www.unsplash.com Flavor Profiles of Whiskey One of the defining aspects of whiskey is its diverse range of flavor profiles. From the warm caramel notes of bourbon to the robust smokiness of Islay Scotch, whiskey caters to a wide spectrum of palates. Common in Scotch and increasingly in other countries.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 14, 2025

Read the full article at Knob Creek Has Upgraded Its Single Barrel Program Knob Creek, part of The Small Batch Bourbon Collection, has expanded its portfolio significantly since its 1992 launch. Recent additions include age-stated expressions such as Knob Creek 12 Year Old Bourbon and limited releases including 15 and 18 year old variants.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Celebrating the launch of The Whiskey Wash’s Johnnie Walker Advert Archive , a collection curating nearly 100 print advertisements from 1911 to 1963 – a series of three articles explores the key advertising decisions from the Johnnie Walker brand’s 19th-century origins to 21st-century global marketing.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 16, 2024

Read the full article at Mark Has A Problem So, in his latest YouTube video , Mark talks you through all of the rare whisky antiques, ending with (what I think might be his favorite item) The Macallan Marmalade. So, put your feet up, grab yourself a dram, and enjoy what was definitely not an intervention…Just a man with a passion.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2025

Read the full article at How to Explore Laphroaig: A Tasting Journey Through Peat and Time Have you discovered a perfect entry point for peated whisky newcomers? Share your experiences in the comments – your fellow whisky enthusiasts might just discover their next favorite dram in the comments.

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Though Waterfords doors may be closed, its influence on whiskey-making, particularly in exploring barleys role in flavor, will leave a lasting legacy. Read the full article at The Very Best Whiskey From The Whiskey Wash Awards 2025 The distillerys single-farm origin releases showcased individual barley sources.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 2, 2024

Check out Sandy’s article here. Read the full article at Whisky Review: Royal Salute 21 Year Old Signature Blend Recently, we were lucky enough to get the inside scoop on the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Signature Blend from the man himself.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 29, 2024

Check out this article all about Ian Hunter and Bessie Williamson, Laphroaig’s biggest influences. Read the full article at Laphroaig Unveils The Second Edition In The Elements Series

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 12, 2024

But any smooth, light Scotch whisky can step up to the challenge. If you fancy something a little more traditional check out our 5 Japanese Whiskies For The Perfect Whisky Highball article here. Read the full article at The Perfect Whisky Pairing for Brandon Sandersons The Stormlight Archive

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 21, 2025

Read the full article at 6 Must-Visit Distilleries In Scotland For 2025 If you love whisky with a bold, untamed edge, Talisker is a must-visit. The stunning setting alone makes it special, but the whiskybold yet beautifully balancedtruly completes the experience.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

All The Interior Of The Macallan Villa The Exterior Of The Macallan Villa The Pool The Food, Prepared by Chris Sayegh The Whisky Read the full article at A Look Inside The Macallan’s Luxury LA Villa The official press images from The Macallan showcase the sleek opulence of The Macallan Villa.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 3, 2025

bartenders represents a significant investment in the American spirits industry’s professional development and demonstrates Mot Hennessy’s commitment to advancing scotch whisky education in the United States. Read the full article at Mot Hennessy & The EWA Launch Free Scotch Education Platform For U.S.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Exploring every Johnnie Walker Blue Label limited edition bottling, this multi-part article aims to provide the ultimate guide to Blue Label expressions, highlighting sought-after series and unique collectibles. Read the full article at Every Johnnie Walker Blue Label Limited Edition – Part 1

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 12, 2024

Dewar’s Double Double 20 Year Old Travel Retail Exclusive Medal: Double Gold Tasting Notes: BUY NOW: N/A If you have seen the thumbnail for this article, then you will notice that we have not one, but two expressions from Dewar’s on this week’s award list. Clearly, the judging panel at the International Spirits Challenge agreed.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Read the review of the Tomatin Sherry Collection 2008 15 Year Old Paolo Cortado Edition here , and Scott Adamson’s article all about sherry casks and Tomatin, here. Credit: Tomatin Read the full article at Tomatin Sherry Collection The Pedro Ximénez Edition: Indulgent & Rich – Why Does PX Work So Well With Whisky?

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 12, 2024

Read the full article at Glenmorangie Original Gets Age Statement Makeover, Now 12 Years Old Buy The Glenmorangie Original 12 Year Old The Glenmorangie Original 12 Year Old is now available via Glenmorangie.com and the Distillery Visitor Centre for an RRP of £40 (~$52). The whisky will be available nationwide from August onwards.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 21, 2025

Read the full article at Gordon & MacPhail Announces New Sales Director from Fourth Generation of Family Ownership In 2022, the company inaugurated its second whisky distillery, The Cairn, located in the Cairngorms National Park. The distillery became operational in May 2022 before opening to the public that October.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 21, 2025

Read the full article at Lochlea Ploughing Edition Third Crop Is Its Smokiest Whisky Yet, & The Last In Its Seasonal Range We look forward to sharing more exciting innovations in the near future that tells another part of our Lochlea story,” Boyd added.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Scott Adamson, Global Brand Ambassador for Tomatin, recently published an article on The Whiskey Wash exploring the basics of sherry cask maturation, as well as its effect on the single malts in the Tomatin Sherry Collection. That doesn’t just apply to their younger stocks, either. You can read it here. Did You Know?

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 1, 2024

But our main aim with this, now monthly, article is to highlight our picks. Read the full article at 5 Rare Scotches To Buy This Month At Whisky.Auction But with our October auction now live on The Whisky Wash, it’s time to highlight a few of my personal favorites from the hundreds of amazing whiskies available.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 28, 2024

However, in a world that continually focuses on vintage and age-statement scotch, the expression has fallen by the wayside just slightly. As such, vintage single malt fans have been largely sustained on independent bottlings of Royal Lochnagar whisky, like the subject of today’s article: the Royal Lochnagar 1973 30 Year Old.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 26, 2024

In this article, I will be focusing specifically on the Sherry Oak 12 Year Olds. If you are a drinker or a collector interested in sampling an older Macallan 12 Year Old, browse The Whiskey Wash Shop and purchase a Macallan 12 Year Old bottled in the 1990s here for just $1,328. Browse the whole Macallan collection here.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Compass Box Orchard House BUY NOW: $54 I laid down a small hit at Compass Box at the start of this article, but their core range, even with some discontinued products, is still one of the strongest in all of the whisky world, and mostly for under $70 each. Read the full article at Affordable Blended Whiskies That Taste Expensive

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 14, 2024

In this article, well showcase a mix of iconic Irish whiskeys and lesser-known gems from England, Canada, and the United States. From traditional favorites to unexpected surprises, these triple-distilled whiskeys prove just how versatileand deliciousthis approach can be.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 5, 2024

Shipping to the USA is currently unavailable, but keep an eye on scotch whisky stockists and the Laphroaig website for updates. Read the full article at Laphroaig 18 Year Old Is Back The Laphroaig 18 Year Old is available now via the Laphroaig website for £180 (~$230).

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 7, 2024

Read the full article at Whisky Review: Macallan 10 Year Old 1990s In 2023, a bottle of Macallan 1926 60 Year Old Valerio Adami sold at auction in London for a staggering £2.18 This sale broke the previous record for the most expensive bottle of whisky ever sold at auction, also held by a Macallan 1926 60 Year Old.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 27, 2025

Read the full article at Scotch Whisky Review: Claxton’s Dalswinton Series Bowmore, 30 Year Old However, there is something uniquely compelling about Bowmores signature style at cask strengthit captivates whisky lovers looking for an unparalleled level of complexity.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 19, 2024

This second article explores these expressions, starting with the cities and countries-themed editions and the cask-strength ceramic decanters series. Read the full article at Every Johnnie Walker Blue Label Limited Edition – Part 2 Read part one here.

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