In a moment that will go down in Islay whisky history, a bottle of Laphroaig 40-Year-Old Capsule has sold for an astonishing £125,000 at the Distillers One of One auction
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Ashes Before Midnight: A Ghostly Smokehead Pour for Halloween and Day of the Dead
When it comes to whiskies with attitude, few deliver like Smokehead Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Dark, smoky, and unapologetically bold, this dram feels right at home during the year’s spooki
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Autumnal Luxury in a Glass: The Glengoyne Apple & Pear Sour
As the air turns crisp and evenings stretch a little longer, autumn brings with it a harvest of flavour. Few things capture the season better than the scent of freshly picked apples and pears – and wh
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Sip Speyside in the Sky: Glenfarclas Returns to UK Travel Retail
If you’re a whisky fan planning your next trip, there’s a new reason to get excited at UK airports. Glenfarclas Highland Single Malt Whisky has made a triumphant return to travel retail, with two stan
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August Monthly Round up for the Whisky Drinker (2025)
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What Whisky We’re Drinking This Month (July 2025)
Whilst The Cask Connoisseur do reviews, one is always aware that it is the context in which you’re drinking whisky that affects your opinion. To be honest, we all have inbuilt bias and are influenced
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July Monthly Round up for the Whisky Drinker (2025)
July offered whisky fans a little bit of everything—from controversy to celebration. Murray McDavid sparked conversation by promoting younger grain whiskies, a move that challenged long-held assumptio
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June Monthly Round up for the Whisky Drinker (2025)
June has given us a lot to think about. As whisky lovers, we’re often told that patience pays off—and this month might just be the proof. From flash sales to heavily discounted “special releases”, Jun
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Tamdhu 12 Year Old Launches Charity Whisky for World Nature Conservation Day
World Nature Conservation Day falls on 28 July 2025, offering a timely opportunity to enjoy a quality Scotch whisky while supporting a vital environmental cause. In celebration of the occasion, Tamdhu
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The 20 Most Popular Whisky Distilleries in the UK and Ireland (2025)
Each year, whisky lovers across the globe turn their eyes to the best distilleries. Whether it’s the warmth of a Highland single malt or the innovation of a modern Irish blend, the industry is constan