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The History Of Bushmills: The Legend Of North Ireland Pot- Still Whiskey: Dive into the legacy of Bushmills, an Irish whiskey treasure from 1608. Explore its pot-still magic, global acclaim, and rich flavors... The post The History Of Bushmills: The Legend Of North Ireland Pot- Still Whiskey first appeared on White Dog Barrels. The post The History Of Bushmills: The Legend Of North Ireland Pot- Still Whiskey appeared first on White Dog Barrels.

What is the oldest Scotch Whisky distillery? We've all heard many different claims, but which are actually true? Iain Russell has done the research to find out. Check out his detailed analysis of the different claims surrounding the age of Scotch Whisky distilleries. Learn about the history and credibility of each claim. You might be surprised by what you discover! #ScotchWhisky #WhiskyDistillery #OldestDistillery

Everyone says age is just a number, but does the same go for whisky? In today's daily whisky feature, Whisky Cask Club Whisky Advisor and Sales Director James Kaaden navigates what age means in the whisky industry. Why not learn how to profit off this appreciating product today? Click the link below to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gFUtH7Kd #alternativeinvestments #whiskycaskclub

A 'Scottish Oak Programme'. Great news. More Scotch Whisky Casks, for the future. As an aside, how many Scotch Whisky Casks, in total, are already resting, in Scotland? What do you reckon? Even the 'Scottish Business Leaders' I ask are always MILES out! The 'official' Scotch Whisky Association figure is 'about 20,000,000'. Twenty Million. I've been told, by very senior Scotch Whisky Figures, who know about this sort of thing, it's 'about 45,000,000'. Others, high up in the 'Whisky Industry' suggest even more than this, 65,000,000. That's Sixty Five Million. Whatever the true amount, the 'American Standard Barrel' makes up the lion's share of this. Each one holds 271-314 bottles (that pesky Angel's Share 'alcohol evaporation' and age causes the alarming discrepancy!). But, if it's a 'Butt', you can expect 670-700 bottles, from just one Cask. A few Distilleries use 'Port Pipes', which are even bigger! Hmm... Port Pipe Scotch Whisky, yum! There's lots of different Casks, Puncheons, Barriques, Quarter Casks, Port Pipes, och, loads. Suffice to say, the average Scot just doesn't have a clue about the true amount. Only one rule, it has to be Oak. Old, new, French, Scottish, American, second/third hand, it doesn't matter. This further complicates things. Convenient, or inconvenient, depends if you're buying, or selling! As they're not told anything NEAR the truth, you can't really blame the average Scot for being totally clueless here! Anyway, who cares? It surely can't be that important? Well, in Scotland, we've 'got form' in undervaluing our natural resources so, now we have one, that's GETTING MORE PLENTIFUL and ISN'T running out, it IS important. Also, as you've probably read, a 25/30/40 year old Cask of Scotch is worth 'rather a lot'. Scotland has quite a few of these. We mentioned that pesky 'Angel's Share' so science tells us, older Casks contain less Scotch Whisky and 'certain Distilleries' can flog them, at an enormous premium. Add this to the algorithm. Soon, a 21st-Century Cask will be 25 years old. Do you know how much a 25 year old bottle of Scotch Whisky is? A bottle of Glenfarclas is about... £200. A bottle of The Macallan is about...£2000! It's complicated but probably explains why a nice Cask of The Macallan is a million quid now and they have the best booze 'Visitor Centre' on the Planet. Anyone good at 'sums'? #ScotchWhiskyTruths

Whisky: More Than Just a Drink, It's a Story This video perfectly symbolizes what whisky is all about—storytelling, connection, and heritage. My time at Ian Macleod Distillers is something I still talk about, even though I’ve moved forward in the industry. Their core principles and strong sense of family are values that should be the bedrock of any whisky company. It’s exciting to see my all-time favorite expression, the Glengoyne Teapot Dram, being released again, marking its 10th batch. Whisky is not just a product; it’s about bringing people together, sparking conversations, and linking the past with the present. This video embodies what whisky is and should always be—a bridge between generations and experiences. #Whisky #Storytelling #Glengoyne #TeapotDram #IanMacleod Glengoyne

Calling all Australian Distillers! "SHOW YOUR STILL" We're on a mission to celebrate the artistry behind Australian spirits production, and what better way to do it than by showcasing YOUR stills! Send us a captivating image of your still, and we'll feature it on dedicated pages titled "SHOW US YOUR STILL" across our two websites, "Buy Whisky" and "Buy Gin." Additionally, we'll share it, along with details about your distillery, across our social media platforms. By participating, you're not just sharing a glimpse of your craft; you're giving us permission to share your image, and we'll put a spotlight on your distillery. How to participate: 1️⃣ Send us a high-quality image of your still—simply click the message, message me Matt Lee and add a file or attach the high-quality image to the comment section below. 2️⃣ Include details: the type of still, your distillery, and the spirits you're producing from the still. 3️⃣ Watch as we shine a spotlight on your unique contribution to the Aussie spirits scene! 4️⃣ Australian Distillers only. image for reference only #ShowYourStill #AustralianSpirits #CraftDistillers #DistilleryShowcase #CheersToCraftsmanship #whisky #gin #australianwhisky #Australiangin

5 Unique Scotch Whiskies You Need In Your Whisky Collection From mystery malts to strangely-shaped decanters, if you would like to get your hands on a unique scotch whisky, look no further.

A warm ***WELCOME*** to our latest Carlisle Ambassador member The Lakes Distillery WHY THE LAKES? Whisky at its best triggers an emotional response, it is more than a drink. It shares that with landscape. If you strip it back to basics what you need for a new distillery is access to lots of cold, clean water, space for storing the casks, and access to market. You could make whisky anywhere these requirements are met. What makes you choose the place, speaks of the person THE LAKES EXERTS A PULL ON THE SOUL This pull has been the same for hundreds, maybe thousands, of years. Poets, artists, novelists, sculptors, have been drawn here, its fells and waters make people settle down and stay, draw more in. So it was with the Currie family. Paul may have worked in Scotch whisky, but holidays were taken back home in England, in the Lakes. He may have had whisky in his veins, but why not an English distillery in the Lake District? He could tick off all the requirements: water, land, old farm buildings suitable for conversion, potential visitor numbers; but most importantly it felt right. This is a good place to make whisky. It is a good place to be. It changes perspective, gets into your bones. EMBEDDED IN PEOPLE'S LIVES People stay in the Lakes because that ‘truth’ speaks to them, but they have to eat, and support their families. A distillery becomes part of a community, something which is especially important in rural communities where jobs can be hard to find. Its presence ripples out across the region. Working in distillation, maturation, guiding tourists, serving food, delivering goods. It embeds itself in people’s lives. The distillery now employs over 40 local people, and has opened up new career possibilities: distiller, chef, warehouseman.  It becomes part of the glue which deepens a sense of place. https://lnkd.in/eH8ESx-u

Calling all Australian Distillers! "SHOW YOUR STILL" We're on a mission to celebrate the artistry behind Australian spirits production, and what better way to do it than by showcasing YOUR stills! Send us a captivating image of your still, and we'll feature it on dedicated pages titled "SHOW US YOUR STILL" across our two websites, "Buy Whisky" and "Buy Gin." Additionally, we'll share it, along with details about your distillery, across our social media platforms. By participating, you're not just sharing a glimpse of your craft; you're giving us permission to share your image, and we'll put a spotlight on your distillery. How to participate: 1️⃣ Send us a high-quality image of your still—simply click the message, message me Matt Lee and add a file or attach the high-quality image to the comment section below. 2️⃣ Include details: the type of still, your distillery, and the spirits you're producing from the still. 3️⃣ Watch as we shine a spotlight on your unique contribution to the Aussie spirits scene! 4️⃣ Australian Distillers only. image for reference only #ShowYourStill #AustralianSpirits #CraftDistillers #DistilleryShowcase #CheersToCraftsmanship #whisky #gin #australianwhisky #Australiangin