According to the calendar, the Northern Hemisphere is well into autumn, but it will take some time before the weather catches up and properly commits to the season of transition. We can expect heatwaves undercut by wintry chills. Leaves will fall as the sun sets earlier, but the vivaciousness of summer doesn’t sap too quickly. With all of this swirling about, drinkers begin to switch …
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September Scotch: The Craigellachie Hotel’s Copper Dog
The story behind one iconic HIghland hotel's blended whisky
To traverse the Speyside region, trekking within a portion of the Scotch whisky trail known for light and distilled liquid, means coming upon The Craigellachie Hotel. Within, one will find The Quaich (founded way back in 1893). It’s a bar that possesses one of the most exquisite collections of single malt Scotch whiskies in the world (with more than 900 available)—but blended whisky and, to be honest, just …
Unconventional Booze-Themed Gifts
From a gin-inspired boombox to a bike made with whisky casks, an unexpected take on liquor accoutrements
Inspired by the best liquor industry items we’ve come across this year, here’s an unconventional boozy guide. From a gin-themed boombox to a bike made of old whisky casks, there’s a mix of things you can absolutely buy, as well as some stuff that requires digging around for—or maybe even bartering. Many brands produce items that are solely promotional, and that doesn’t make them impossible …