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Why You Should Visit Arran Distillery

Arran Distillery, nestled on the eponymous Isle of Arran off the west coast of Scotland, is a gem in the…

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Ardbeg Heavy Vapours

Ardbeg Heavy Vapours is a limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky produced by the renowned Ardbeg Distillery located on the Isle…

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Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2023 : Review

Kilchoman Loch Gorm is a single malt Scotch whisky produced by the Kilchoman distillery on the Scottish island of Islay.…

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Oban 14 Year Old : Review

Oban 14 Year Old is a classic example of a coastal whisky, with a unique balance of sweet and smoky…

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How to make casks for maturing whisky

The process of making oak casks to mature whisky is an intricate process. For the most part, either European Oak…

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International Woman’s Day – How Woman pioneered Scotch Whisky

The Scottish whisky industry is often viewed as a male-dominated industry, but over the years, women have made significant contributions…

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Isle of Islay : It’s not all about the whisky

The Isle of Islay is a beautiful Scottish island located in the Inner Hebrides. It is the southernmost island in…

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Managers Wine Picks

Manager Picks; More About The Vineyards

If you have been to a wine store or wine specialist recently, you may have seen an increase in the…

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Does Your Whisky Glass Make A Difference? 

You might think all whisky glasses are created equal, but that's not the case. The shape of your glass can…

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Wine Tasting

How To Taste Wine; The Basics

When it comes to drinking wine, there is a big difference between drinking it and tasting it; having the ability…

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Everything You Need To Know About Cigars

Cigars have been around for centuries, and their popularity has only grown recently. Whether you're a seasoned smoker or just…

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The History Of Whisky; A Complete Guide

If you have been lucky enough to taste some of the most prestigious whisky, you will agree that it is…

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Oban 10 Year Old Special Releases 2022

As legend goes, a vivid blaze of light grew against the ink-black sky above Oban, driven by a celestial being.…

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Incoming! Learn all about the brand new Finn Thomson whisky range

Creating Finn Thomson Whiskies has been a journey of discovery and delight for Finn and his family: sifting through forgotten…

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Glenallachie Billy Walker 50th Anniversary Edition

In celebration of Master Distiller Billy Walker’s half-century long career in the whisky industry, we are delighted to unveil the…

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Feis Ile 2022 Programme

FRIDAY 27th MAY COMMUNITY OPENING EVENT TIME 6pm - 10pm LOCATION PORT ELLEN PLAYING FIELDS TICKETED? NO Join the Festival…

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CASKS OF LINDORES STR WINE BARRIQUE

We are delighted to announce the second instalment of the “Casks of Lindores” bottlings. This release will feature exclusively STR…

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Grand Vins d’Alsace – Gustave Lorentz

The story of the Lorentz family’s shared love of wine, the most beautiful of ardours, begins in Bergheim in 1836.…

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How New Distilleries In The West Coast Of Scotland Are Changing The Face Of Whisky

New Distilleries In The West Coast Of Scotland Are Changing The Face Of Whisky

In recent years, a few new distilleries have opened up on the West Coast of Scotland. These new distilleries are…

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How Large Distilleries Have Changed the Industry

Have Corporate Distilleries Changed The Industry?

There’s a lot to be said for the care and attention to detail put into the brewing process when it…

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Kilkerran 8yo Cask Strength Port & Sherry Editions

With the almost palpable releases from Glengyle Distillery due for release on the 1st of March 2022, we thought we'd…

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How to Invest in Wine

Investing in wine can not only result in you earning a lot of money but can also diversify your portfolio.…

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The Continuing Demand for Macallan Whisky as a Long Term Investment

There are countless different options you could consider for investment opportunities. However, one investment that you likely haven’t thought about…

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The History of the Oban Distillery and Its Production Process

Have you ever wondered about the history of Oban scotch whisky and how it’s produced? The iconic Oban Distillery in…

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Ardbeg 8 Year Old Committee Release

Ardbeg 8 Years Old is a big, youthful, deliberately challenging whisky that we think our smoke-loving, insanely committed Committee Members…

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Best International Whiskies

It’s never been a more exciting time to be a whisky drinker. For anyone just discovering this wonderful spirit, you’re in…

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5 Best Scotch Whiskies to Buy in 2022

There is always something for everyone. As diverse as the world of whisky is, here is a list of the…

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New Sherry Finished Expression of Laphroaig 10yo Released

Aged for ten years and finished in sherry casks, this unique Laphroaig expression combines the unforgettable flavor of the classic…

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Lyrarakis Greek Wines

Lyrarakis Greek Wines

WHITES Melissaki Gero-deti 2019 - 17,5 points Although this is a relatively recent addition to the Lyrarakis range, and another…

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Whisky Distillery Profile

Whisky Distillery Profile

Ardbeg is one of three distilleries lining the southern coast of Islay, a small island located to the southwest of…

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Wine Producer Profile

Fabrizio Vella – Wine Producer Profile

Producer Profile Fabrizio Vella is a passionate winemaker living and working in Sicily. Proud of the island that he calls…

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Aloe Tree

Aloe Tree – Wine Producer Profile

Producer Profile The fruit for Aloe Tree hails from the increasingly fashionable west coast of the Cape. Cool nights and…

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A guest blog from elite fridges

How To Preserve Your Wine Collection

How To Preserve Your Own Wine Collection Is wine your favourite out-out tipple? Will you usually order a large glass…

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2000 bottles will be included in the second phase of the auction, to take place from April 10.

New World Record Set for Scotch Whisky

world’s largest private whisky collection has broken records in an online auction, as sales reached £3.2 million. More than 1900…

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The results are in for the best selling on-trade whisky brands worldwide.

Best Selling Whisky Brands 2019

Johnnie Walker is the big beast of these parts- it's topped the poll 10 of the past 11 times. As…

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Trump Administration impose 25_ Tax On All Scotch Imports

US Whisky Tariff

Scotch whisky makers and retailers are facing the prospect of paying a 25% tariff on exports of single malt to…

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Christmas in a glass.

Christmas Gift Ideas

Three Must Have Stocking Fillers Exciting new releases from whiskyfix.com With Christmas almost upon us here at Whisky Fix HQ,…

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35 Year Old Single Cask Karuizawa

1981 Karuizawa Release

An ultra rare Karuizawa that has just been released in December 2018. Distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2017 from…

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Oldest Longmorn ever bottled

Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection

Gordon & MacPhail have released a new addition to the elite Private Collection and its as extra special as ever.…

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Including a brand new Oban 21

Diageo Special Releases

It is exciting times here at Whisky Fix HQ as the new releases of our favourite malts are arriving day…

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West Coast Whisky Feis

Oban’s Whisky & Gin Festival

2019 West Coast Whisky Feis 'Oban's Whisky & Gin Festival' The 2nd West Coast Whisky Feis ‘Oban’s Whisky & Gin…

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Features an all new bottle design

Macallan Launch New Triple Cask Range

Macallan 12yo Triple Cask - £60.00 Nose: Fresh and fruity, delicate notes of almonds and pepper. Palate: Dried orange zest,…

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Benromach release exclusive new whisky to celebrate!

Benromach 20th Anniversary

Benromach have celebrated 20 years since re-opening the Speyside Distillery with the release of a limited edition of just 3,000…

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The first batch of bottlings from Islay Whisky Festival

Feis Ile 2018

We have the first batch of bottlings from this year's Islay Whisky Festival available to buy now! This year has…

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Peat and Love

Ardbeg ‘Grooves’

The 2018 Feis Ile Release from Ardbeg has been now been released to the masses. It has been laid down…

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Three whiskies from one of Speyside_s versatile distilleries.

A trio of Benriach

1. Benriach 1994 Peated Single Cask Whisky - This UK exclusive limited release captures the unique Benriach character perfectly. Individually…

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Read tasting notes on a brand new release from Glengyle Distillery

Brand New Kilkerran Whisky Just Released

Mitchell’s Glengyle Distillery re-opened in 2004, following closure in 1925. Kilkerran Single Malt is a lightly peated, double distilled whisky…

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Expert hails Distillery’s new permanent release

Ardbeg An Oa is “beautifully delicious”

World whisky authority Jim Murray has given Ardbeg’s newest permanent expression an emphatic seal of approval. In his 2018 Whisky…

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Island hopping tasting notes

Introducing Whisky Fix Single Cask Exclusives

We are delighted to announce the inaugural release of our very own single cask whiskies. These are obviously exclusive to…

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The merging of two great distilling nations.

Bowmore Mizunara Cask

Bowmore Mizunara Cask Whisky - 53.9% / 70cl We are very proud to present Bomore Whisky distilled in the 1990's…

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A duo of Laphroaig

Laphroaig Tasting Notes

Laphroaig 27 Year Old - 41.7%% / 70cl A one-off bottling from Laphroaig Distillery on the Southern shores of Islay.…

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Features an all new bottle design

Tasting three rare Macallan

Macallan 25 - One of the most sought after Whiskies in the world and only released in very small batches…

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A low down on some of the exclusive bottlings for the 2017 Islay Whisky Festival.

Feis Ile 2017 Tasting Notes

Feis Ile 2017 Commemorative Bottlings Limited edition releases from whiskyfix.com It is that time of year again when whisky aficionados…

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West Coast Whisky Feis

Tickets for Oban’s Whisky Fest

Still Stuck For The Original Fathers Day Gift? Look No Further! West Coast Whisky Feis Saturday 22nd July 2017 -…

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Oban bay

Oban Bay Gin

Limited Edition Oban Bay Small Batch Botanical Gin 46% / 70cl Whisky Fix is proud to present Oban's first and…

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A Rare Find

Lagavulin Single Cask Whisky

Lagavulin 10 Year Old 57.9% / 70cl A rare find indeed! Very few single cask Lagavulin's ever surface, and this…

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West Coast Whisky Feis

West Coast Whisky Feis

The resort town of Oban, home to one of Scotland's most venerated distilleries, is to be the location for a…

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Nick Offerman's Lagavulin Scotch Whisky

Nick Offerman’s Lagavulin Scotch Whisky

Does Nick have a future as a professional Bagpiper? Sit back, relax and judge for yourself. Enjoy the time Euan…

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Whisky Fix

Whiskies to celebrate St. Andrew’s Day this year.

Discover new brands and sample incredible whiskies this St.Andrew’s Day. There are few spirits around the world which are as…

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