The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is feeling festive this month and they’d like to invite you to take part in their Whisky with Character celebrations. Throughout May, SMWS is celebrating the wonderful diversity of its whisky along with the colourful […]
Cosmopolitan Cocktail – Oh So Pretty in Pink
Cosmopolitan, or Cosmo between friends, is considered one of the best cocktails of our time. (Rolling my eyes here…) Made ever so popular by the ladies of Sex and the City, this pink drink was THE drink of the late […]
Waterford Distillery – Does the Terroir Matter?
Would you believe me if I told you, you can taste the difference in the spirit depending on where the barley comes from and how it has been grown? Barley is barley, right? Don’t think so! The fact is, even […]
Whisky Regions of Scotland
Scotland can be divided into six different whisky regions: Speyside, Lowlands, Highlands, Islands, Campbeltown and Islay. Each region has an unique flavour profile, although, as always, there are exceptions to every rule. It is also good to remember these are […]
The Gin Regions of Scotland
Did you know that 70% of the gin made in the UK is actually made in Scotland? Scotland’s gin-producing areas can be separated into six different regions, and I thought I’d take a look to see if it is possible […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Drinking Champagne
Do serve Champagne in a wine glass. You should serve Champagne like you would other wines, as flute won’t allow the wine to open up properly. A wine glass will help to release all the aromas. Champagne flutes are great […]