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Glasgow vs. Edinburgh — The New Urban Distilleries Worth Visiting In 2026

Every Type Of American Whiskey Explained, And How They Differ

7 Things I Learned at the Campbeltown Malts Festival 2026

Benromach Contrast High Enzyme: A Malt That Thinks It’s a Grain (And That’s a Beautiful Thing)

The 5 Best Whiskies In The World From The IWC 2025 — What Will 2026 Bring?

What Actually Makes Scotch Whisky… Scotch?

Johnnie Walker Black Label vs Double Black: What’s the Difference, and Which Should You Buy?

Glen Scotia 12: A Bourbon-Matured Campbeltown Gem That Checks Every Box

Johnnie Walker Red Label Gets a Bad Reputation — Here’s Why It’s Undeserved

Why Asking for ‘Smooth’ Whisky Is Valid (And the Science Behind the Burn)

I Invested in a Barrel: Inside the World of Private Cask Ownership

How King Charles Helped End U.S. Whisky Tariffs – And the Royal Bottlings That Became Legends
The Whiskey Wash has partnered with independent cask specialist Mark Littler and Nc’nean disitllery, one of Scotland’s most progressive distilleries, to develop a cask programme grounded in transparency, ownership, and long-term perspective.
The aim is simple: to replace speculation and marketing-led narratives with clear information, practical guidance, and genuine access to cask ownership.
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New To Rye? These 5 Whiskeys Are Bourbon-Drinker Friendly
Think rye whiskey is too spicy and dry for a bourbon lover’s palate? These five bottles prove the leap is easier—and sweeter—than you’d ever expect.

Lagavulin 16: The White Horse Edition vs. The Standard Bottle
Does the Lagavulin 16 White Horse Edition actually taste different from the standard bottle? A side-by-side pour reveals a surprising distinction on the nose.

Indri Trini Indian Single Malt Whisky Review
What happens when tropical heat meets active oak and quality barley? Indri’s core single malt answers that question with a confident, fruit-forward house style.
Discover Your Perfect Pour: Expert Whisky Guides by Region
Explore comprehensive guides to American whiskey, Indian whisky, Scotch whisky, and world whiskies. Find expert reviews, latest releases, and in-depth articles for every style of whisky.
Your Favourite Whisky Brands: Complete Brand Guides
Find everything about your favourite whisky brands: Blanton’s, Buffalo Trace, Crown Royal, Jack Daniel’s, Jameson, Johnnie Walker and Macallan. Reviews, releases and insider guides.
Are you bored with allocated bourbon being lottery-based, or simply seeing shelf prices pushed up by well over 50%? Well, this article is for you, and for me.
Bourbon is a wonderful drink, and you really don’t have to overspend to find something of genuinely high quality.

A First-Timer’s Guide to Booking a Whisky Trip to Scotland

The Renaissance Of Speyside Smoke: How Benromach Is Helping Whisky Lovers Discover A Lost Tradition

Paul John Whisky: India’s Single Malt Story

25 Years of Warm Welcomes: The Evolution of Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery

Scott Adamson on Casks, Climate, and the Quiet Reinvention of Tomatin

Inside Tomatin: The Highland Distillery Turning Patience into Flavour With Scott Adamson

Nc’nean’s Annabel Thomas on Why Whisky Is Her Go-To Drink of Choice

The Business of Blending: Turntable Spirits Reflects On First 18 Months
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The global whiskey industry is vast, with countless brands, production methods, people, and perspectives. As such, getting a peek behind the curtain into the inner workings of the industry is a fascinating and invaluable experience. That is why, at The Whiskey Wash, we are proud to bring you Expert Articles, directly from industry professionals.
We believe in openness, honesty, and an unfiltered view of the world of whiskey. So, our Expert Articles are unpaid, non-affiliate content that gives our readers an insight into the industry. There are no ads, and no holds barred, just experts who are passionate about whiskey, and about imparting their knowledge to whiskey fans around the globe.
With countless brands, expressions, and palates spanning the world of whiskey, it can be tricky to determine which whiskey is ‘the best’. As such, we decided to take a look at a reliable metric: whiskey awards.
Each week, we take a deep dive into whiskey award winners from competitions, such as the International Whisky Competition and the World Whiskies Awards, in an effort to provide you with an unbiased view of the best whiskies that you can buy. Featuring tasting notes, purchase links, and histories, get the lowdown on the best whiskies in the world every week on The Whiskey Wash.

Scotch Whisky Legends: Macallan 25 Year Old Silver Jubilee Christopher & Co.
This week, I am taking a deep dive into the often-overlooked Macallan 25 Year Old Silver Jubilee, released in 1977 by Christopher & Co.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Laphroaig’s First Female Owner
Bessie Williamson was one the most well-respected managers in the whisky industry, here are 5 things you might not know about the woman who owned Laphroaig.
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Ask any whisky lover how they got into Scotch, and there’s a good chance Johnnie Walker Black Label was their gateway dram. But once you’ve fallen for its smoky, smooth charm—what comes next? Mark Littler of The Whiskey Wash sit down with Phil Dwyer from Whisky Wednesday to explore the best whiskies to try after JW Black. From peated single malts to sherry-rich blends (and even a few vintage gems), they explore expert recommendations from whisky makers, educators, and bottlers.

The Best Value Irish Whiskey From The International Spirits Challenge 2026
Which 2026 ISC gold medal-winning Irish whiskeys deliver the best flavour for your money? Here are seven bottles where quality and value truly meet.

The Best Value Irish Whiskey From The International Spirits Challenge 2026
Which 2026 ISC gold medal-winning Irish whiskeys deliver the best flavour for your money? Here are seven bottles where quality and value truly meet.


