Just a Coincidence
Nicola is currently compiling a family tree and she came across this. But first here is a little bit of context: The father of Japanese Whisky, Masataka Taketsuru, married a girl...
Category: Lead Story
Campbeltown – It’s not all about the Whisky
Like all Whisky lovers both Nicola and I were disappointed that the Campbeltown Malts Festival was cancelled. But, under the circumstances it was very understandable. Here is hoping that all our...
What is a – Quaich ?
Definition :- It comes from the the Scottish Gaelic cuach meaning a cup. It is a shallow double handled drinking cup or bowl. Traditionally, a Quaich would be carved out of wood. But...
What is “The Angels’ Share”?
That is the question. Part One The definition is:- the amount of spirit/whisky that is lost due to evaporation. When the liquid is being matured in porous oak casks up to...
BBQ and Whisky (Cider, Wine and Gin)
The weather is getting better. It is time for a BBQ. Even in lockdown, Whisky wife Jacqueline and I can prepare and enjoy a BBQ. A lot of time has been...
Glengoyne – A Special Lockdown Package
Last week at Whisky Boys HQ I received a package with some wonderful contents. Care and attention was taken in the bringing them together. Someone has thought long and hard on...
