Abasolo is a Mexican corn whisky. It uses an indigenous maize variety called cacahuazintle (pronounced kaka-wha-sint-lay) to make its spirit and nixtamalization – an ancient cooking technique used since the time of the Aztecs. No other whisky in the w…
There is an increasingly noticeable nip in the air and the leaves are taking on the deep copper tones of a sherry-cask-aged whisky. Apt then that this is a style of whisky, with their notes…
Originally published on The Whisky Exchange Blog – Exclusive Sherry Casks – October Tastings at The Whisky Exchange
Our May tastings are taking a peated turn. In the hands of the right whisky makers, peat can unveil incredible layers of flavour that can be full on and heady but can also be surprisingly…
Originally published on The Whisky Exchange Blog – May Tastings at The Whisky Exchange
Continuing our series of posts looking at whisky making, terminology and style, it’s time to go global. Whisky is made around the world, but it’s a bit different wherever you find a distillery. In this…
Originally published on The Whisky Exchange Blog – Whisky 101 – Part Two: whisk(e)y around the world
The world of whisky is wide and can be confusing. Here’s a short guide to help you interpret what’s on a label and make sure you are picking up the right bottle. What is Whisky?…
Originally published on The Whisky Exchange Blog – Whisky 101 – Part one: a beginner’s guide
Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Iceland are making some head-turning whiskies that embrace Nordic climates and traditions.
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In the Icelandic tradition, Eimverk Distillery uses sheep dung to make its smoked Floki single malt, one of the many whiskies it produces.
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This new whisky is the latest limited edition release from the English single malt whisky brand of Wire Works. The Wire Works Necessary Evil Finish is just the fifth release from the Derbyshire-based White Peak distillery. The whisky has seen the disti…
A spicy rye expression with some really wild flavours but quite enjoyable once it relaxes in the glass a little. 83/100
Quite oaky and tannic a touch like sherry or a good red wine, plenty of woody sugars and quite fragrant too. 85/100
