Living in Lockdown – Tips for Keeping Sane

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“No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.” – John Donne With the current climate of uncertainty and restrictions, the best advice is to stay at home […]

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How to Make the Perfect Irish Coffee at Home

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St. Patrick’s Day is literally just around the corner, yet this year it looks like none of us will be able to celebrate the usual way. Lockdown or not, what a better way to celebrate than mastering the Irish Coffee […]

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The End of Aperitivo – How Coronavirus Is Affecting the Drinks Industry

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This year has been something of a disaster so far, from flooding to bushfires to coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading across the globe. When it comes to the virus, you could argue the panic it has created is worse than the virus […]

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10 Reasons to Drink Brandy de Jerez

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Heard about Brandy de Jerez but not sure what the fuss is about? No problem. I have summarised all the reasons you should be drinking it and how best to enjoy Brandy de Jerez. Now you simply have no excuse not to give it a try!

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A Brief History of Irish Whiskey

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Irish whiskey production used to be bigger and better than its Scottish rivals. Made using both malted and unmalted barley and distilled in a pot still, it became the most popular spirit worldwide. The quality of Irish whiskey was consistently […]

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Highland Park Distillery

Highland Park distillery has been in (legitimate) operation since 1798 and has always remained in the original spot where Magnus Eunson, a direct descendant of the Vikings, ran his illicit distilling production. At one point, the distillery was called High […]

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