Dreaming of Islay Whisky ~ Cycle of Distilling Life

Dreaming of Islay Whisky mini vid #WHISKYAFFINITY A mini taster video showing the Whisky Making process from Barley to Scotch. Each stage in the process is illustrated with photos from different Islay Distilleries ~ there are a couple of guest distilleries in here...

Cork or Screw Top for your Scotch?

Cork or Screw Top?     Plastic and screw cap are only used and considered because they are cheaper. Not at all because they are better.  Cork forests support wild life, a way of living and a traditional industry.  There are different types of cork stoppers made ~...

Tasting Notes: Octomore 10.2 Bruichladdich

Octomore 10.2 from Bruichladdich OCTOMORE 10.2 from Bruichladdich. 8 YO. 96.9 ppm. 56.9% abv Tasting Notes done in Bowmore on Saturday 4th April 2020 – in Corona lockdown!! Will this affect the flavour…?? Only kidding! COLOUR: Dark auburn gold.  Huge bubbles in...

In my Mouth I Hold the World

In My Mouth I Hold the World This Liquid. This pale lemon, gold-flecked sparkle. This tawny, amber, dew. This glittering, glistening gift from the earth. Heavy, oily, light, dry. Velvet mouthfeel, and long finish. Tongue coating, lips tingling, warmth rolling to the...

THE ISLAY WHISKY ACADEMY 2019 Diploma Certificate

Sign up for THE ISLAY WHISKY ACADEMY Diploma Certificate.5 Days Full on residential Whisky Education course 21 – 25 October 2019. Inclusive cost is £1350.  Learn enough to start your own distillery…This year we will focus onWATERPEATYEASTGROWING...