The Glenlivet 12 Year Old and the Founder’s Reserve look almost identical on paper: same distillery, similar price, and nearly the same specs. But when tasted side by side, one clearly stood out. Discover which Glenlivet delivers more body, texture, and flavour in this head-to-head comparison.
The legendary Ardbeg 17 Year Old has returned after two decades. First launched in 1997 and discontinued in 2004, this lighter, more delicate expression was revived in 2024 thanks to the passion of the Ardbeg Committee. In this review, I explore its history, flavour profile, and why it remains an unmistakably Ardbeg dram.
A rarely seen single malt from Strathmill, this 1994 Càrn Mòr “Celebration of the Cask” 24 Year Old shows just how grain-driven and delicate a Scotch can be when given time in the right cask. Only 217 bottles were ever released, making this a true hidden gem of Speyside.
Explore Scotland’s unofficial whisky region – the Islands. Discover its diverse styles, rich maritime influence, and the distilleries that give each dram its distinctive character.
Explore Islay, Scotland’s “Whisky Island.” Discover its rugged history, distinctive smoky and briny, smoky flavour profile, that makes this small island one of the most influential whisky regions in the world.
Explore Campbeltown, once hailed as the “Whisky Capital of the World.” Discover its rise and fall, its three surviving distilleries, and the bold drams that keep its spirit alive today.
Explore Speyside, the heart of Scotch Whisky. Discover how its fertile lands, pure water, and long history of innovation created a distinctive fruit-forward style, and the distilleries bringing it to life today.
Explore the Highlands, Scotland’s largest whisky region. Discover its sub-regions, rich history, and the diverse flavour profiles that range from light and floral to bold and peated.
Explore the Lowlands, Scotland’s southernmost whisky region. Learn about its rich history, how it shaped the signature light and floral style, and the distilleries keeping this tradition alive today.
Whisky doesn’t need to cost a fortune. In this guide, I’ve rounded up five affordable whiskies for 2025 that deliver great flavour without breaking the bank. From reliable Scottish staples to new Australian releases, these drams prove you can sip quality on a budget.
