Whisky & Spirits Blog by Inka Larissa
American Single Malt Whiskey has only recently received an official definition. After years of lobbying by the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission (established in 2016), the production standards were finally confirmed, and the new rules took effect in January 2025. […]
Ardray is a beautifully balanced blended scotch whisky, built around a malt-rich recipe drawn from no more than ten distilleries. It challenges long-held perceptions of the blended scotch category with its depth and elegance. Even the recommended serve (see below) […]
If you ever find yourself in Florence with room for a post‑dinner dram, you’re in luck. The city hides a handful of whisky spots with a solid range of bottles, not just the usual suspects. What I like about these […]
There are a growing number of independent, often family-run, distilleries in Scotland, and some of them are working farms that grow the grain for their own whisky. What makes these independent farm distilleries special is the way they oversee every […]
The Scotch whisky industry enters 2026 with a series of significant milestones on the horizon. Several distilleries are marking major anniversaries, while others are gearing up for long‑anticipated first releases that will define their next chapter. Here are some distilleries […]
When I picture the perfect Christmas whisky, I’m drawn to bottles that echo the season itself, warming spices, dense fruit cake, rich dark fruits, sometimes wrapped around a whisper of smoke. While peat has always been my weakness, I’ve grown […]