THE WHISKY NEST

We have already learned about distilleries that were created by a group of friends with a shared passion, and our next stop on The Journey is another one but takes us back to some of the earliest new world whisky pioneers. What sounds like the start of an epic joke; a doctor, a chef, a butcher, a teacher, a helicopter pilot and 4 engineers, is actually the group of 9 friends that had a vision, backed up by very little knowledge out the outset, to produce the first Danish whis

Shared passions are a great foundation for any long lasting relationship, and there is a growing trend of this passion being whisky! Two individuals going on a journey of discovery together, to explore their own likes and dislikes, sharing their views and trying to find the types of whisky they like and the ways they want to enjoy them. To celebrate some of these couples who are sharing this journey of exploration in to the world of whisky, we have shared some of their storie

The new world of whisky for us is all about removing outdated misconceptions and our next step on The Journey is because of my own beliefs about blended whisky and celebrity endorsements. Although I am a big Formula 1 fan, I was sceptical when I first heard about Jenson Button getting involved with whisky. But then I tried it and was blown away… Coachbuilt whisky aims to catapult the entire Scotch Blended Whisky category and showcase the craft and skill involved in blending p

If you're a fan of drinking whisky, then you know that there's more to enjoying a glass of this marvellous malt than just pouring it into any old tumbler. While there are many different styles of whisky glasses to choose from, the right glass will help to release the volatile compounds, which in turn will improve its flavour, aroma and ultimately your experience. So read on to learn a bit more about what glass works best with each whisky drink... Your tastebuds will thank you

Sharing a whisky with friends can lead to deep conversations and some very interesting questions being asked. This is how the idea to start the first Rye Whisky distillery in Finland, the land of Rye, came about; with a group of friends sitting in a sauna and drinking Rye whisky (as they often do in Finland), asking why there wasn’t already a Finnish Rye Whisky? In the cold light of day, it still seemed like a question worth answering, so the journey of kyrö Distillery began…

‘Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house. Not a creature was stirring, except the parents who were bored of the tradition of leaving a sherry out for Father Christmas and instead wondered what new world whisky would be best for the big man. From a practical perspective, whisky not only ups the quality of his drinking experience and has potential health benefits, but a wee dram will also keep him warm on a chilly winters’ night. But what whisky would be best

Whisky Cocktails can not only be delicious, but simple to make, very varied, and offer a great way to share and explore whisky. In this blog post, we will share with you our 5 favourite whisky cocktails that you can easily make at home, so you can impress your guests by making these simple and delicious cocktails. Whether a whisky novice or an expert, you will find something here that everyone will love! 1. The Highball A refreshing and easy-to-make whisky cocktail, suitable

When it comes to whisky, there are a lot of different factors during the production process that can affect the final taste. One very important (and often overlooked) factor is the alcohol by volume, or ABV. In this blog post, we'll break down the key things you need to know about whisky ABV so that you can make the best choices for your next dram. What is ABV? ABV stands for Alcohol By Volume, and is simply a measure of the amount of ethanol (pure alcohol) in a given drink.

The next step on our journey takes us to the land of Milk and Honey; Israel, and the vibrant city of Tel Aviv where a group of friends were told they were trying to achieve the impossible by setting up a whisky distillery. But the challenge and adventure was all driven by a dream and facilitated by the inclusion of the best people and the extreme geography found in this Middle Eastern city. This is M&H… The Story This story starts like so many we have heard before within the

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