This is a post that warrants something of a potted history lesson. Glenfarclas was founded in 1830 in what is now more commonly known as the Speyside region of Scotland [ed: though they still prefer to call themselves a Highland single malt]. That distillery has been run in the hands of the same family since … Continue reading Tasting Notes: Glenfarclas – 105
When the WU guys were putting together a trip to visit Speyside, needless to say that we were spoilt for choice. With over half of Scotland's distilleries being based in the area surrounding the meandering River Spey, and none of our 4-strong troop having been to the region before, we were living and breathing the … Continue reading Distillery Visit: Glenfarclas
I was recently lucky enough to head down to Australia for a holiday and I had the opportunity to roam around Sydney's central business district with a mate of mine who had emigrated down under some years ago. Regardless of the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the Botanic Gardens, the Blue Mountains or the endless … Continue reading Venue Review: The Baxter Inn, Sydney
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