From the monthly archives: January 2019

Saskatchewan whisky maker Canada’s top micro distillery, credits local grain – 570 News

On 31st January 2019

Saskatchewan whisky maker Canada’s top micro distillery, credits local grain  570 News

LUMSDEN, Sask. — It turns out some of Canada’s best-made whisky comes from a small town just northwest of Regina. Last Mountain Distillery in Lumsden has …

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Armed robber steals whisky after threatening employee with knife – expressandstar.com

On 31st January 2019

Armed robber steals whisky after threatening employee with knife  expressandstar.com

Police said it was a ‘very frightening ordeal’ for the member of staff and customers in the convenience store the robber targeted.

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The 5 Best Independent Scotch Whisky Bottlers – Forbes

On 31st January 2019

The 5 Best Independent Scotch Whisky Bottlers  Forbes

Independent whisky bottlers have long been a part of Scottish culture, dating back to the mid-1800s. Alas, thanks to the complex and outdated liquor laws in …

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Is yeast whisky’s new frontier of flavour? | Scotch Whisky – Scotchwhisky.com

On 31st January 2019

Is yeast whisky’s new frontier of flavour? | Scotch Whisky  Scotchwhisky.com

For years rising whisky demand has encouraged distilleries to prioritise yield. Now, as new distilleries come online and more experiment with the boundaries of …

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Paul McCartney thought a bottle of whisky costs just £2 – Radio X

On 31st January 2019

Paul McCartney thought a bottle of whisky costs just £2  Radio X

The Beatles legend’s biographer Barry Miles has recalled a time a few years back when the Hey Jude singer provided just £2 for a trip to the off licence.

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Glenmorangie unveils its first whisky from wild yeast – Scottish Field

On 31st January 2019

Glenmorangie unveils its first whisky from wild yeast  Scottish Field

The first whisky created from yeast growing wild on Glenmorangie’s own barley, marks the tenth anniversary of the Highland distillery’s pioneering Private …

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Chris’ new life in the USA is a world away from rugby – Scottish Field

On 31st January 2019

Chris’ new life in the USA is a world away from rugby  Scottish Field

As the Six Nations kicks off, former Scotland rugby hero Chris Cusiter is a world away from the game. The 36-year-old made 70 appearances for Scotland, in a …

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Cocktail of the week: Zuma’s lillet blanc – The Guardian

On 31st January 2019

Cocktail of the week: Zuma’s lillet blanc  The Guardian

A luxurious white wine aperitif with fig liqueur, whisky and bubbles that is sure to cheer up any dark February evening.

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Blended Scotch Shackleton launches AR experience – The Spirits Business

On 31st January 2019

Blended Scotch Shackleton launches AR experience  The Spirits Business

Scotch whisky maker Whyte & Mackay has partnered with music app Shazam to launch an augmented reality (AR) experience for its Shackleton blend.

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The London Distillery Company releases its first single malt whisky – Imbibe

On 31st January 2019

The London Distillery Company releases its first single malt whisky  Imbibe

Bermondsey-based The London Distillery Company (TLDC) has launched a whisky called 109 Cask Edition, which it says is the first single malt to be distilled.

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