TheCaskConnoisseur

Beer and whisky are two of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world. While they are both made from grains, there are significant differences in the ingredients, production processes, and flavour profiles of these two beverages. Ingredients: Beer is typically made from four primary ingredients: water, malted barley, hops, and yeast. Other ingredients, such …

Scotland is known for its beautiful highlands, friendly people and of course, whisky. For those looking for an unforgettable experience, we’ve already covered the Highland Whisky Trip for those who only have one day. But now, we’ve written the second part to the full whisky tour. If you missed the first part of this post, …

Are you looking for an unforgettable journey through Scotland’s stunning Highlands? Join us on our Highland Whisky Tour from Edinburgh! This tour will take you on a journey through Scotland’s historic whisky-making region, and you’ll get to visit some of the oldest distilleries and sample some of the finest whiskies in the world.  If you …

For those looking to enjoy a whisky tour starting in Edinburgh, then this is the post for you. There will be three parts to this tour guide, so make sure to keep an eye out on our upcoming posts. The first post is perfect for those looking for a busy one day trip, so if …

You might have noticed a common theme in some of the whiskies that we have recently been reviewing. In light of National Irish Whiskey Day, it made sense for us to show our appreciation of the beautiful drink, by reviewing four Bushmill Whiskies. Here they are in order of our favourites: Bushmills 1991 Madeira Cask …

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 celebrations.  On Beer Clean Glass Day, which is celebrated on the 22nd …

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 town since 1777, and is still brewed there today. This makes it …

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. Cask strength can be summed up as whisk(e)y the …

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 depending on the cask used and the length of time the whisky has been in the cask. …

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 toasting this outstanding pint whilst being surrounded by almighty, breathtaking views.  There is also something …