Beer is a beloved beverage around the world. For centuries, it has been enjoyed by millions of people as a refreshing and flavorful drink. From the traditional pub to the trendy craft brewery, beer has long been a staple of social gatherings and cele
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Enjoying Bass, Burton-upon-Trent’s Classic Beer
Drinking Bass in Burton-upon-Trent is an incredibly unique experience. Located in the heart of England, Burton-upon-Trent is known as the birthplace of pale ale, and Bass is one of the most iconic pale ales in the world. It has been brewed in the tow
Bushmills 1991 Madeira Cask Finish 50.2% ABV
This 28 year old whiskey spent 13 years in oloroso sherry and bourbon casks and then a further 15 years in madeira casks. It makes me realise why I love cask strength whiskies. It is exclusive to The Whisky Shop and only 738 bottles were produced. Ca
Tasting Whisky: From the Order to the Glasses You Use – Part Two
We previously shared our thoughts on tasting whisky, but here are some additional thoughts that Chris Walster, our in-house whisky expert has put together. You need to look at the colour, this will indicate possible flavours and varies dependin
Review: Schiehallion 4.8% – Harviestoun Brewery
Schiehallion is a beer that takes you on a journey up to Scotland to combat a breathtaking hike up the glorious mountain of Schiehallion Or (She-Hal-Ion). Just picture this, reaching the top of the mountain, taking in the view and t
Bushmills 21 year old 40% ABV Irish Whiskey
This is a blend of oloroso sherry and bourbon casks and has spent the last two years in madeira casks. This fortified wine beautifully compliments the distillery style. Indeed, this expression evokes memories of my father’s bottles of Bushmills from
Tasting Whisky: From the Order to the Glasses You Use – Part One
Tasting can be done on your own or preferably with a group of friends and whisky clubs are a great way to experience whiskies you might not know about at a reasonable cost. Usually, a flight of five or six whiskies will cost around £20 – £35 on an or
Charrington IPA 4.5%
Charrington IPA takes you on a journey back to the 18th Century when The Charrington Brewery was established in Bethnal Green, a borough of London. However, the main element of the story starts in 1967 when this well known brewery merged with the Bas
Bushmills 16 year old 40% ABV Irish Whiskey
We previously wrote about Bushmills 10 year old, but this post is the next in our Bushmills series. This sixteen year old spent fifteen years in a mixture of bourbon and oloroso sherry casks with a finish for one year in port pipes. The depth and com
Beer Festivals 2023: Top Places Closest to a Train Station
A beer festival near a train station is a great idea for a number of reasons. Firstly, it ensures that those travelling to the festival do not have to worry about having to drive and instead can rely on public transport, as they can easily access the
Cairngorm – Trade Winds – 4.3% ABV
Trade Winds is one of those classical beers that will take your brain down memory lane, specifically to the year of 1997 and if you were Scottish born it will certainly be a remembering thought. In the heart of Scotland, within the city of Aber
International Whisk(e)y Day – March 27
Who needs an excuse to drink whisk(e)y? Well with International Whisk(e)y Day just around the corner, you’ve now got two perfect reasons! And whisk(e)y is truly international anyway with India being the biggest producer, the French drinking more bott