Whisky Guides

Whisky has a lot of lore around it. These guides cut through the noise with straightforward reads on the things that actually help you enjoy it more.

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What is a Single Malt Whisky?

Single malt is one of whisky's most misunderstood terms. Here's what it actually means, and why it matters less than people think.

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How to Read a Whisky Label

Whisky labels carry more information than they first appear to. Here's what the key terms actually mean, and what they tell you about what's in the bottle.

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What is a Whisky Finish?

Distilleries often use two different casks to make a single whisky. Here's what a finish actually does, and what to look for on the label.

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What is a Blended Whisky?

Blended whisky outsells single malt by a wide margin, yet it rarely gets the credit it deserves. Here's what actually goes into the bottle.

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BeginnerRegions
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A Beginner's Guide to Scotch Whisky Regions

Scotland is divided into five main whisky regions, each with its own character. Here's what to expect from each one and where to start.

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What is NAS Whisky?

NAS stands for No Age Statement. Here's what it means, why distilleries use it, and whether it should put you off.

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What is Peated Whisky?

Peated whisky divides opinion more than almost anything else in the whisky world. Here's what peat actually is, where it comes from, and how to approach it.

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Tasting1 guide
Tasting
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How to Write a Whisky Tasting Note

You don't need to be an expert to write a tasting note. Here's a simple framework for describing what you smell and taste, in your own words.

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Regions2 guides
Regions
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A Guide to Islay Whisky

Islay is a small island off the west coast of Scotland that produces some of the most distinctive whisky in the world. Here's everything worth knowing about it.

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BeginnerRegions
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A Beginner's Guide to Scotch Whisky Regions

Scotland is divided into five main whisky regions, each with its own character. Here's what to expect from each one and where to start.

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Casks & Maturation1 guide
Casks
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What is Cask Strength Whisky?

Cask strength whiskies are bottled without dilution, straight from the barrel. Here's what that means, why it matters, and how to approach them.

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Collecting2 guides
Collecting
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How to Build a Whisky Collection on a Budget

You don't need to spend a lot to build a collection worth drinking from. Here's how to make intelligent choices without overcommitting early.

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How to Store Whisky Properly

Whisky in a sealed bottle is stable for years — but a few storage mistakes can affect what's in the glass. Here's what actually matters.

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