Welcome to the charming Isle of Raasay, an island off the coast of Scotland, where one of the most unique whisky experiences in the country awaits you – a stay at a whisky distillery hotel. The Isle of Raasay Distillery Hotel features 6 luxurious rooms…

The holidays are coming, so let’s elevate the holiday season with a touch of sophistication and a dash of spirit with a delightful treat – the Whisky Advent Calendar. From single casks to independent bottlers to rare expressions, I’ve scoured the internet to deliver this…

Hello my fellow whisky lovers! It’s time to raise a glass and celebrate, because the Scotch Malt Whisky Society is turning 40 this year! And what better way to mark this milestone than with a a yearlong journey exploring SMWS 40th anniversary releases – a…

On a clear and sunny day on the south of Islay, you can see the coast of Northern Ireland. As the crow flies, it’s really only about 30+ miles between Islay (in Scotland) and Northern Ireland. Regular ferry connections between Islay and Ballycastle (Northern Ireland)…

The seasons are changing, but one thing you can count on, is a great whisky and warm friendships to keep you comfy and cozy on those brisk evenings. Once a year, the Scotch Malt Whisky Society hosts a big event dedicated to great whiskies and…

My food and whisky pairing series comes to a spectacular close with none other than a dessert and whisky pairing! What a way to round off a dinner series, no? If this is the first post you’re reading in my whisky and food pairing series…

Food and whisky pairing month at Scotch Malt Whisky Society continues in a spectacular fashion, with surf and turf and whisky! If you didn’t manage to read the first post in my food and whisky pairing series, I started out in Edinburgh with a tasting…

Having lived on the Isle of Islay, off the west coast of Scotland, for the last few years, one of the questions people always ask is – how do you get there?  How to get to Islay from Glasgow is super simple, and you don’t…

It’s August and there’s lots to celebrate – it’s food and whisky pairing month at SMWS!  Maybe that’s not an internationally recognized holiday, but here in Scotland, it could be!  It comes as little surprise to most of you dear readers that delicious food is…

The other day, I decided to head over to the Rhinns, on the western side of the island. My destination: the Bruichladdich walking path. One of the great things about Islay is its abundance of nicely maintained walking paths. The walk that I do most…