LIVING THE DRAM
Today seemed like the right opportunity (excuse) to pick up a drop of American whiskey and when one of them calls itself “US*1”, the decision had already been made for me. Michter’s history dates back to the mid 1750s but the brand as we know it today has really come into its own since the... Continue Reading →
In the states, you’ve been able to get age statement Jack Daniel’s in very limited batches. Their first batch of the 10yo was their first in 100 years and sold out very quickly. So has each of the following 2 batches. Batch 4 hits the UK market for the first time at £110 a bottle... Continue Reading →
It is hard to imagine in today’s western world that the production, sale, and transportation of alcohol could be banned. Just over 100 years ago, that is exactly what happened in the United States. In 1919 the 18th Amendment to the US Constitution was ratified and the Volstead Act started the period better known as... Continue Reading →
A collection of bourbon whiskies from past and present American greats is set to go under the hammer on Independence Day by specialist whisky auction site, Whisky Hammer. OFC A unique selection of bourbon and other sought-after American whiskies will be put up for auction on Monday 4th July as part of Whisky Hammer’s The Spirit... Continue Reading →
This is our chance to look back at an eventful year and post our top ten whiskies of the year! Well, make that the top ten of whiskies that we have drank this year, not of all whiskies actually released this year, obviously - making this list even more subjective! Well, without further ado... let... Continue Reading →
Let’s get one thing out in the open before we launch into this: I am a lifelong fan of Metallica. I’ve been hooked on the Bay Area Thrashers since first hearing Seek & Destroy on a cassette that a friend gave to me back in primary school in the early 90s. That track led to... Continue Reading →
whisky unplugged 