THE WHISKY NEST

A beginners guide to ABV; what it is and how it impacts on whisky flavour.

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

‘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