If you’ve enjoyed a good quality scotch lately, chances are you have experienced a finishing technique of some form. Whisky finishing techniques are part of the scotch making process where the scotch is transferred from one type of barrel to…
While scotch is typically a drink consumed by men, there are a large portion of women who love a good scotch – so this guide for the best scotches for Christmas is perfect for buying a gift for that someone…
Wherever you are in your whisky journey, you may be wondering if there is a specific glass you should be using. Most whisky drinkers prefer the traditional tumbler style glass – but does that make tumblers the perfect whisky glass?…
If you are exploring the whisky world, you may have come across the terms age statement and no age statement whisky. Most Scotch whisky distillers now create both age statement and no age statement whiskies. In this guide I explain…
Every year the Scotch whisky industry releases new and exciting whiskies. This guide breaks down the 10 best Scotch whiskies that represent value, quality and craftsmanship. Before we dive into these delectable mouth-watering delights, it’s important to note not all…
Continuing on my little diversion down the side streets and into the dark and enchanting world of whisky, I thought I would tell you a little bit about the origins of whisky. What Does Whiskey Mean? Whiskey has a bit…
Happy Halloween from everyone at Immortal Wordsmith! Yesterday I enjoyed the spooky season with a strong cup of Whittard Whisky Tea, which I managed to snag in their limited-edition Halloween packaging. Before we begin, I’ll just point out that this…
If you know anything about scotch, you know that good scotches tend to carry age statements. To be classed as a scotch, a whisky must be in the barrel for at least three years, but beyond that, there are no…
Famous Grouse is a household name and they market it as the “Famous” scotch whisky. The information about how it is made is pretty vague and I suspect that not much care is taken in the actual manufacturing process, but…