Best Nikka Whisky: Core Range, Single Malts & Blends Ranked

Japanese whisky has earned global acclaim for its craftsmanship, balance, and innovation — and Nikka stands at the forefront. Founded by Masataka Taketsuru, Nikka combines Scottish tradition with Japanese precision, producing whiskies that range from smoky single malts to groundbreaking grain expressions. Below, we explore the 5 best core range Nikka whiskies, each offering a … Read more

Nikka Whisky Complete Guide: The Legacy of Masataka Taketsuru, Yoichi & Miyagikyo Distilleries

Nikka Whisky stands as one of Japan’s most influential and respected whisky producers, a brand that embodies both tradition and innovation. Founded by Masataka Taketsuru, often referred to as the “father of Japanese whisky,” Nikka has built its reputation on authenticity, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of quality. This guide explores the remarkable legacy of … Read more

Whiskey Glasses: A Comprehensive Guide

The world of whiskey glasses can be quite confusing, with terms like “tasting glass,” “snifter,” and “tumbler” thrown around. This article aims to clear up the confusion by providing a comprehensive overview of the five main types of whiskey glasses: Summary of Tasting Glasses vs. Non-Tasting Glasses for Whisky Tasting The illustration below provides a … Read more

Speyside Whisky Guide

Overview of Speyside whisky The world’s largest whisky producing region, with more than half of Scotland’s distilleries concentrated in the Speyside region. The two best-selling single malt whiskies in the world, The Glenlivet and Glenfiddich, are also Speyside whiskies. It is also popular as an introduction to single malt Scotch whisky. Characteristics of the taste … Read more

Islands Whisky Guide

Overview of Islands Whisky ‘Islands’ is a general term for the islands other than Islay, and refers to the whole area rather than just one whisky producing region. To put it simply, it means “other islands”. Of the approximately 800 islands scattered off the coast of Scotland, malt whisky distilleries are located on the islands … Read more

Explanation of What Whisky Bottlers (independent bottlers) are

When looking at Scotch whisky, you will come across terms like “bottler” and “independent bottler.” What exactly are bottlers, which are different from distilleries? To explain bottlers (independent bottlers), you first need to understand the concept of an “official bottle.” What are official bottles? “Official bottle” or “official” refers to whiskey produced at a distillery … Read more

Description of Douglas Laing Whisky

This article explains the independent bottler Douglas Laing. Overview and characteristics of Douglas Laing Established in 1948, Douglas Laing is an independent blender and bottler that specializes in the production of artisanal small batch and single cask Scotch whisky. They hand-select whisky from high-quality and rare stocks obtained within Scotland, and bottle it in a … Read more