Whiskies 101

What are the ingredients used? How is whisky different from beer, brandy or rum?

Whisky-making is four parts alchemy, one part science. Learn all about the craft of whisky here.

The magic of whisky comes from these wooden barrels. But why are some whiskies yellow, while others are dark red?

Good whisky deserves to be mindfully savoured. Here are the 4 most important things needed to really enjoy that pour.

There's whisky and there's whiskey. And not all whiskies are single malts. Don't be confused, just remember these 4 basic terms!

How did the world become drunk on Japanese whisky? Hint: Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson had a part to play.

Not all great whiskies are Scotch. In fact, Irish whiskey is starting to give Scots a run for their money. Here's why.

In short: Corn, Casks, Culture and Climate. Grab an all-American dram with us you'll soon be singing rye, rye, Miss American Pie.

Behind Distilleries' Closed Doors