The Whiskey Wash

MAY 21, 2024

Credit: Benriach Distillery In a new release , Benriach Distillery has unveiled its oldest whiskey to date: the Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years. The Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years. This rare and exclusive expression was bottled from a single cask, yielding just 37 bottles of some of the finest Benriach whisky.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Whilst peat is now associated mostly with Islay and other island distilleries, a hint of peat smoke was once traditional in Speyside whiskeys as it was widely used to dry barley after malting. Read the full article at Benromach Launches 50 Year Old Scotch

Whiskey

The Liquor Thing

MAY 13, 2020

Whisky: Technology, Production, and Marketing This book explains the science and technology of producing whiskey, combined with information from industry experts. If you want to establish a whiskey industry or processing unit whether it is small or big, this book really helps you.

Liquor

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Dave Broom, Whiskey Expert and Author: The project allowed scotch whisky distilleries to practically apply the methods found in The Distillation of Whisky , 1927-1931. We believe whisky enthusiasts will find these spirits as fascinating as they are unique, and we look forward to experiencing the journey together as the spirit matures.”

Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Luckily, we have a small selection of SMWS bottlings available on The Whiskey Wash Shop. Discussing the coding system, the ages, and the distilleries, here are five awesome SMWS bottlings – the perfect gift for a scotch whisky connoisseur. For more in-depth information on The Glenlivet suffix, click here.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 20, 2024

Fionnán O’Connor co-authored Edinburgh Whisky Academy’s Certificate in Irish Whiskey course. You can read all reviews and tasting notes from The Whiskey Wash team here. So, in this post, we will break down some common terms used in whisky tasting notes and offer advice on how to start making your own.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Yes, the short answer is that pure distilled whiskey (or whisky) is considered gluten free, even if produced from wheat, barley, or rye grain. The distillation process removes gluten proteins, meaning most whiskey can be safely enjoyed by people with celiac disease. The whiskey distillation process removes gluten compounds.

Beer

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 14, 2024

Photo: Beth Squires, The Whiskey Wash The entrance to the Dewar’s Aberfeldy Museum is tucked away in the corner of the gift shop. Magdalene, and a 1909 scotch from Dalmore. The impressive curation of artefacts and information is presented by knowledgeable tour guides, through whom the legacy of Dewar’s is keenly felt.

Highball

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For more information on this first-of-its-kind release, visit The Glenlivet website. As such, the release of the Fusion Cask Series reaffirms Glenlivet’s commitment to innovation, and I am sure that we will see many more exciting releases from Glenlivet throughout 2024.

Rum

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 31, 2024

All the information you could ever want! The labels state the whisky’s vintages, how many casks have produced the batch, the ppm rating after distillation (can more distilleries please do this), as well as the classics of ‘natural colour’ and ‘non-chillfiltered’. They even tell what yeast they’ve used in the batch.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 29, 2024

These rare and exceptional scotch whiskies will be rolled out in very limited numbers to US stockists in May 2024. For more information, visit The Last Drop website. The Auchentoshan will retail for $5,300, and the Tomintoul for $8,300, complete with 50ml miniatures.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 2, 2024

For more information, visit the Gordon & Macphail website. Charlie McLean, a respected whisky writer, said: “This is an exceptionally fine old whisky, hugely complex but still remarkably vivacious. Another worthy tribute to Mr. George Urquhart, the man who put malt whisky on the map.” The whisky will be priced at around $9,000 per bottle.

Wine

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 28, 2024

At Benriach Distillery our ability to nurture flavor has been informed by our heritage in maturing an eclectic array of casks from across the world and we have a creative philosophy and exploratory approach towards whisky making. Over many decades, this has granted an expert understanding of what makes the exceptional cask.

Highball

The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 13, 2024

So, know yourself and the flavors you usually enjoy, and read tasting notes before you order or purchase a bottle (they are meant to be fanciful but very informative, just take a step back and try to imagine). Ultimately, while it’s good fun to have interesting and quirky packaging, the real value of whisky is in its flavors.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 9, 2024

SMWS’ Unique Approach The Focus on Flavour course also outlines the Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s approach to bottling whisky, which incidentally involves focusing on flavour profiles from single casks rather than on the distillery information.

Club

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 18, 2024

If you are on the lookout for the 12 Year Old BAe Jetstream, we have one listed on The Whiskey Wash Shop, on behalf of a client, for $2,917. Buy The Macallan 12 Year Old BAe Jetstream on The Whiskey Wash Shop. So, if you have any information, get in the comments below. Who knows?

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 9, 2024

This popularity, coupled with the frantic building of further distilleries in Scotland, strengthened the scotch industry’s standing. Nevertheless, the English were not well educated about scotch whisky, and somebody needed to take responsibility for informing the public about the obvious substitute for brandy that was gaining favor.

Brandy

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 18, 2024

Never before have I seen so much information on a label with Torabhaig, certainly not on any peated whisky. This transparency and overall honesty from distillers is not new, but the amount of information on the Torabhaig labels is unprecedented. I am more than happy to say that I was totally wrong.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 22, 2024

As Fletcher attempts to convince Raymond he has information to sell to Pearson, through the scenes they consume most of a bottle of Glenfarclas 1976 ‘Grant Edition’ 40 Year Old. Aside from rare and collectible single malts and well-known scotch blends, popular brands such as Jack Daniels and Dewars have appeared in film.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 9, 2025

For those new to this iconic distillery or looking to expand their Islay whisky knowledge, this guide offers essential information for appreciating Ardbeg’s distinctive character. For full information about booking a visit, please visit the Ardbeg website. What Is The Best Ardbeg Whisky For Beginners?

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

The brief was to create a heavily illustrated volume that would appeal to a broad cross-section of readers with an interest in the subject, offering production and historical information along with profiles of producers and distilleries and tasting notes of key expressions.

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Heres where we get into the more classical section of this article, what styles to get when youve attained all of this information. Bourbon/American Whiskey Gifts Just buy Four Roses Single Barrel. But always grab pictures of what youve already bought, or what they already have. Youll thank yourself later. Its excellent.

Rum

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 8, 2025

The more informed you are about these regulatory changes, the better positioned you’ll be to make sound decisions. Share this information with fellow whisky enthusiasts to help build a more informed community.

Alcohol

The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 23, 2025

Each bottle features detailed provenance information, including age statements, cask types, and bottling dates on individually numbered labels.

Wine

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

From the friendly and informative tour guides to the fascinating history, impressive distillery sights and beautiful locations, we’ve captured it all to give drinkers a luxurious tasting experience that transports them to Scotland.” explains The Dram Team’s founder Chris Borrow Holden-Boyd.

Scotch Whiskey

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 14, 2025

Police Scotland is requesting anyone with information regarding The Glenturret theft to contact them using reference number 0709 of April 12, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111. Read the full article at Glenturret Distillery Hit by Thieves as Scotland Faces A Rise In Major Whisky Heists

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 4, 2025

For more information, visit www.gordonandmacphail.com/book-a-tasting. I’m sure it will give guests from near and far even more of a reason to visit us.” ” Gordon & MacPhail Newmill Road is now open to visitors as of 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Gin

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

There is only limited information available about the majority of the Vietnamese editions, making details including release year, artwork creator, and production run size difficult to determine. The known Blue Label sets have been created around themes such as the Chinese zodiac and rare animals, bay cities, and gods and mythology.

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The Whiskey Wash

JANUARY 13, 2025

The company is known for challenging industry conventions through its transparent approach to ingredients and blending, often pushing boundaries by sharing detailed information about the components in their whiskies.

Gin

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2025

For more information about these releases or the distillery’s other offerings, whisky enthusiasts can visit Glen Moray’s official website. Read the full article at Glen Moray Debuts Maple Syrup Cask Finished Expressions at Spirit of Speyside

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 4, 2025

QR codes provide product traceability and offer consumers additional information about each product. The Macallan has never stood still: Enhanced Technology and Consumer Features The Macallan has integrated new anti-counterfeit technology into the redesigned packaging.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 3, 2025

Their partnership established a distinctive tone that educated consumers about single malt whisky while conveying Macallan’s story in an informative yet humorous way. Together, they produced more than 250 advertisements for Macallan between 1980 and 1994.

Promoter

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 9, 2025

” That philosophy underpins The Glenlivet 40 Year Old, a whisky decades in the making, and the product of meticulous monitoring, informed judgement, and a bit of old-fashioned instinct. .’ It’s more about nurturing the spirit and seeing how it evolves.”

Alcohol

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 11, 2025

Whisky enthusiasts can find more information about Compass Box Flaming Heart: 25th Anniversary Edition at compassboxwhisky.com or by following @compassboxwhiskyco on Instagram. Find your nearest Compass Box retailer here.

Bottling

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 28, 2025

The vibrant packaging echoes craft brewery aesthetics, reflecting the cross-industry influences that inform Holyrood’s approach to whisky production.

Wine

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 3, 2025

The non-chill filtered, peated blended malt represents another milestone for the relatively young distillery as it establishes its reputation in the competitive scotch whisky market. Additional information about the new release can be found on The Orkney Distillery’s website.

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The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

In celebration of the SMWS’ 25 th anniversary in 2008, the society updated its bottlings, changing the bottle shape and redesigning labels to include more information and extensive tasting notes. Also in 2004, the SMWS was taken over following the acquisition by Glenmorangie PLC.

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