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The Oldest Whisky in the World
When Old Vatted Glenlivet 1862 was distilled among Scottish hills, the world was just in the middle of the age of steam, undergoing changes driven by the Industrial Revolution. Factories fully equipped with machinery transformed the faces of individual countries, large steamships crossed the Atlantic Ocean and the railway finally connected remote metropolises. A bottle…
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Inside the Method and Madness of Midleton Distillery
The world of Whisky – or whiskey as they say in Ireland – is a very exciting place currently with many leading brands and age old distilleries looking to transform the very meaning of the word into something that’s more reflective of the current climate. It seems no distillery is safe from this need to…
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Ring of Fire | Ballantine’s Hard Fired
“Be yourself, be authentic, be genuine and the stories that you live will deserve to be toasted,” said Ballantine’s founder, George Ballantine, some 200 years ago. As purveyors of some of the finest blended whiskies in the world, Ballantine’s is as relevant today as it was all those years ago. And in true Ballantine’s style,…
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Glenfiddich Experimental Series
One great thing about having a brand with a lot of heritage, is that you have a wealth of historical resource to call upon. But one potential hindrance in this weight of heritage is a tendency to live in the past. The world’s most awarded Single Malt Whisky, Glenfiddich have challenged the category with a…
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Beefeater present Burrough’s Reserve Edition 2
The combination of food and drink pairing is not a new revelation to those familiar with the benefits each one has on the other. Yet the reintroduction of a whole course altogether is something to be lauded. Bring forward the ‘Savoury Course’, rediscovered by cheese artisan Alex James and elevated through the distinctive notes of…
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Stay True with Jazzuelle & Move D
Ballantine’s whisky and Boiler Room collaborated once again to explore the notion of two small, but grandiose words – ‘stay true’. Art is the truest form of expression a human possesses and music is arguably our most accessible, so what better field of study than the gritty music undergrounds of our most house-hungry nations? In…
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Chivas The Venture 2016
In today’s financial driven market it is easy for many businesses to neglect their social responsibilities; this is where initiative takes real precedent. Now in its second year The Venture by Chivas gives the opportunity for entrepreneurs across six continents to tackle environmental issues with approachable start up ideas. In a discussion based at London’s…
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The Art of Hanami by Suntory Whisky
Every year between March and May is season of Sakura (the Japanese word for cherry blossom) this elaborate flower represents a fresh outlook for many, and is celebrated by those in Japan by the art of Hanami. This celebration is one of growth and reflection as the cherry blossom takes centre stage and is honored…
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Stay True – Cape Town
On the 24th of March, Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky and Boiler Room once again put their heads together to showcase the talent of a burgeoning house scene. Having taken to the streets of cities around the world, from Santiago and Recife to Warsaw and Johannesburg, this latest event touched down in South Africa once more to…
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ROYAL SALUTE unveil their new Creative Circle
Originally created as a range to mark the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II (and the 21 gun salute that honoured her) whisky brand Royal Salute are fast gaining a reputation for being one of the most forward thinking whiskies in their segment. Towards the back end of 2015, they launched Royal Salute The Eternal Reserve,…
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Drink: Johnnie Walker Blue Label at Galvin at Windows
Good drink is all about company, mood and most notably setting. The latter of which can allow you to be transported to a world that elevates the drink at hand. Taking this concept, almost, literally is Johnnie Walker Blue label with their bespoke cocktail for the launch of the film ‘The Gentleman’s Wager II’. The…
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Ballantine’s presents: The Artist series with Leif Podhajsky
Leif Podhajsky’s work for Ballantine’s ‘artist series’ is a distinctive offering that houses the finest of scotch whisky. The visual artist, who’s work has been seen on album covers across the world, was inspired by the process of whisky making – using its craftsmanship at the forefront of its design. Simple yet nostalgic, Leif’s work…
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Scapa Skiren
The Orkney Islands and its inhabitants pride themselves on being separate, but not detached. Neither truly Scottish nor Scandinavian, they crown the British Isles yet retain an identity quite untouched by either. Despite its cultural immunity to its faster moving neighbours, Orkney has often been historically pivotal and its ancient lore, hugely influential. Less a…
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Midleton Very Rare Pearl Edition
As a journalist, there are certain, shall we say anomalous privileges set upon me during my various press trips and travels. I use the word anomalous somewhat conservatively, as what I really mean is that these little snippets of outlandish luxury, not necessarily in keeping with my particular taste or bankroll, can be above and…
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