Shishi-Iwa House Launches Karuizawa Whisky Tour in Japan
What does it take to taste a 1972 Karuizawa where it was born? Shishi-Iwa House’s new six-day whisky tour pours legendary drams amid Japan’s Alps.
Springbank 12 Cask Strength: Why This Long-Awaited Bottle Was Worth the Chase
Can a 12-year-old whisky at nearly 57% ABV really have zero bitterness? This Springbank 12 Cask Strength blind-tasting winner proves it can. Here’s why it scores 8.5.
The Bottle That Got Away: Inside the Enduring Appeal of Single Cask Whisky
Does “Limited Edition” on a label really mean better whisky? An independent bottler reveals what actually makes a single cask worth chasing—and worth opening.
What It Really Takes to Buy Your Own Cask of Springbank
Ever wondered where secondary-market Springbank casks come from, or what they actually cost? A whisky broker pulls back the curtain—and shares a crucial warning.
Whisky Week Returns To Cities Across Scotland This September
What if you could sip exclusive drams for just £5 across 50+ venues in three cities? Whisky Week 2026 returns to Scotland as its largest whisky trail yet.
A History of Lombard: Hidden Gems of Independent Scotch Whisky
What makes Lombard’s Jewels of Scotland range so coveted by collectors today? Discover the rare single cask treasures from Scotland’s most revered distilleries.
The Truth About Whisky Cask Investment Returns: Why Patience Is the Only Real Profit
Promised 8-12% returns on whisky casks? It might be a scam. Discover why genuine cask profits are generational—and whether you’d wait decades to cash in.
Springbank 15: A Gentle Giant With Funk, Sulfur, and Serious Character
Is the Feb 2023 Springbank 15 a gentle giant—or a sulfur bomb? Dive into the tasting notes, score, and what to try if you can’t find a bottle.
7 Things I Learned at the Campbeltown Malts Festival 2026
What makes Scotland’s smallest whisky region command such a devoted following? Six surprising discoveries from the Campbeltown Malts Festival reveal why.
I Invested in a Barrel: Inside the World of Private Cask Ownership
A £2,500 cask purchased in 1998 eventually yielded bottles worth over half a million pounds. So should you invest in a barrel of spirit?
Springbank Fino Sherry Series: The Saltiest Surprise Yet
Could a Fino sherry cask deliver something truly unique from Springbank? This limited 2025 release surprised with champagne-like notes and striking salinity.
I Visited 30 Distilleries to Find Out: Are Hand Fills & Exclusives Actually Worth the Journey?
Are distillery exclusives and hand fills truly worth the trip—and the price? A 30-distillery tour reveals what’s special, what’s hype, and why it matters.
My Campbeltown Rankings: Why Kilkerran Wears the Crown
What happens when you rank every active Campbeltown distillery from best to worst? The results may surprise you—especially where Springbank lands on the list.
Campbeltown Malts Festival 2026: Everything You Need to Know (Before You Go)
What makes a whisky festival in a remote Scottish peninsula one of the most rewarding weeks in the whisky calendar? Here’s everything you need to know.
Inside the March Whisky.Auction: 5 Standout Vintage Bottles for Collectors
What do a Mary Quant-designed label, a pre-fire Talisker, and a ultra-rare Laphroaig miniature have in common? They’re all stars of March’s auction.
Confessions of a Springbank Skeptic
Is Springbank truly spectacular, or has the legend outgrown the reality? This cult whisky commands premium prices and frenzied demand, but does the liquid justify the hype?
My Whiskies of the Year: The 2025 List of Standouts and Surprises
What made a relatively affordable Kilkerran 16 beat $500+ bottles to become 2025’s best whisky? The answer reveals what truly matters in exceptional spirits.
5 Whiskies That Are Better Than You Think, and 5 That Are Overrated
Which beloved whiskies are actually overrated, and which hidden gems deserve your attention? This honest list might make some enemies, but you need to know the truth.
Looking For An End of Year Whisky Treat? The Top 5 Picks From Whisky.Auction This Month
Looking for the perfect year-end whisky gift? Whisky.Auction’s December sale features over 1500 lots including rare vintage bottles worth thousands.
Rare & Exclusive Christmas Whisky Releases: Legendary Bottles from Holidays Past
What makes a Christmas whisky worth thousands? Beyond seasonal editions lie unicorn bottles – historic Christmas Day distillations with only dozens ever made.