A bourbon thoroughbred
Stuart Maclean Ramsay was totally sedcued by Kentucky's smallest distillery, which uses Scottish copper pot stills and a rare method of distillation.
December 1999, Issue 7, page 30

A case of Norwegian wood
Martin Moodle conducts his annual survey on what's hot - and good value - in the duty free shops of the world
August 2002, Issue 25, page 56

A drop of the soft stuff
Ian Wisniewski assesses the effect of the water used in whisky production and as mixer on the drink we love
October 2002, Issue 26, page 52

A fishy tale
In the latest in an occasional series of matching whisky with food, Dave Broom compares and contrasts some sushi-whisky combinations
October 2003, Issue 34, page 61

A great vintage
The fourth Whisky Live Paris saw an incredible gathering of rare and exciting drams,we find out more
November 2007, Issue 67, page 10

A Highland affair
Caroline Dewar takes a stroll through whisky's heartland
July 2006, Issue 57, page 37

A lord among malts (Glenrothes)
Glenrothes has a formidable reputation as a single malt and is a key component in the internationally renowned Cutty Sark. Tom Bruce-Gardyne visited the distillery
December 2003, Issue 36, page 42

A malt for all moods (Lord Thurso)
Jane Slade talks to Lord Thurso, a Patron of the Qaich, about his family, his castle and his long love affair with Scotch.
April 2000, Issue 9, page 72

A matter of duty
Eighty-five bottles of Scotch are sold every minute in duty-free shops around the world. Martin Moodie looks at where the best ranges can be found, and where it's worth missing your fight for a specia...
May 1999, Issue 3, page 50

A matter of taste
It seemed like a good idea, and in the end the event turned into a great evening's tasting with some interesting company, cracking spirits and one belter of a cigar. Rob Allanson Reports
June 2008, Issue 72, page 42

A midsummer night's dreeam
Martine Nouet finds whiskies that lend themselves to teh warm, care free days of summer and creates a refreshing menu to accompany them
June 2001, Issue 16, page 36

A place of learning (Atenaeum Hotel)
David Stirk visits the Atenaeum Hotel and Aparments in London, an establishment looking to educate its guest on the delights of malt whisky
June 2001, Issue 16, page 34

A potted history
Justifiably famous for its range of Irish whiskies, the Pot Still in Gloucester is also a haven for lovers of single malts, unusual spirits, liqueurs and bottled beers. Richard Jones reports
June 2006, Issue 56, page 33

A question of choice
Michael Jacksonponders the age old question of what's your favourite
August 2006, Issue 58, page 11

A sense of place
Joe Bates finds out how the new Frankfurt store gets local.
February 2010, Issue 86, page 36

A suitable cask for treatment
Sixty per cent of the flavour of malt whisky comes from the wood in which it is aged, says Dave Broom-but what does American oak do that European oak doesn't? And what real effects does a fino cask ha...
March 1999, Issue 2, page 52

A tale of two distillers
Dave reflects on recent changes announced in the whisky industry.
July 2008, Issue 73, page 12

A taxing problem
Jens Tholstrup describes being taxed to the hilt in his native country, and deprived of a decent choice of malts into the bargain
January 1999, Issue 1, page 20

A touch of glass
There is no doubt that the glass you use has an effect on the appreciation of the spirit therein. Marcin Miller investigate further.
July 2002, Issue 24, page 46

A-Z of the world's best blends
Ailsa Craig Company: A Dewar Rattray Age: none ABV: 40% Territories: NA Description: smoky but has a unique and unusual taste created by the harsh grain and the oily and interesting malt content The...
October 2004, Issue 43, page 24

About the blends
This issue we decided to focus on and how they are viewed by the drinking public. We put two questions to Whisky Magazine's online community at www.whiskymag.com to see what they thought.
November 2007, Issue 67, page 36

Acting the part
It was only amatter of time before Monarch of the Glen discovered whisky. Gavin Smith reports.
December 2003, Issue 36, page 16

Age before beauty
Does older always mean better with whisky? Gavin Smith looks at the facts
May 2002, Issue 22, page 63

Alchemy by the Bay
Stuart MacLean Ramsay takes a trip to the US west coast and checks out three very different but equally daring and passionate distillers
December 2001, Issue 20, page 38

All a matter of taste
Pip Hills has compiled a directory comparing the taste profile of some leading malts and blends – and has reached some startling conclusions. Here he explains
January 2005, Issue 45, page 46

All in the mix
Ian Wisniewski explains how oxidation affects maturation
March 2006, Issue 54, page 64

All in the wash
Ian Wisniewski looks at the essential decisions behind choosing washbacks
November 2007, Issue 67, page 30

America - the stave
Ian Wisniewski looks at how the bourbon barrel influences the taste of whisky
November 2005, Issue 52, page 64

An alternative whisky map of the world...
Tom Bruce-Gardyne takes an irreverent look at the world's 15 largest whisky markets - plus the characters and caricatures you might find in each country. The world of whisky is full of exaggerated per...
July 2002, Issue 24, page 24

An industry mourns
The whisky world has paid tribute to one of its biggest supporters – Michael Jackson–long time Whisky Magazine contributor, author, journalist and towering authority on whisky and beer. Here is a ...
September 2007, Issue 66, page 7

An offering you can't refuse
Luvian's Bottle Shop has built a reputation for fine drinks products. Gavin Smith looks at its whisky offering
May 2004, Issue 39, page 28

An old con
Dave Broom exposes the shady side of the antique, collectable whisky market
January 2003, Issue 28, page 16

Are regional labels a dodgy area?
How important is regionalism to the character of whisky, and can broad generalisations be made? Ian Wisniewski considers
November 2004, Issue 44, page 56

Are we good finishers?
In the latest of our round table debates, we look at special finishes.
June 2004, Issue 40, page 20

As esay as one, two, three?
Peter Mulryan looks at the increasingly rare art of triple distillation
March 2003, Issue 29, page 58

Ask the expert
John Rose fields more of your questions
June 2007, Issue 64, page 53

Ask the expert
My father is a whisky collector and we also have a whisky shop.Some time ago I was in touch with you regarding whisky bottles,now I would like your advice again.We have a client who wants to buy whisk...
November 2007, Issue 67, page 39

Ask the expert
I have a moderate collection of various malt whiskies (54) all in various stages of consumption with the exception of six “specials” My wife purchased a bottle of Balvenie Single Barrel 15 Years O...
October 2008, Issue 75, page 37

Ask the expert
If you have a question for John,send it to editorial@whiskymag.com or by post to Questions & Answers, Whisky Magazine, St Faiths House Mountergate, Norwich,England, NR1 1PY
June 2009, Issue 80, page 72

At the helm
In a new series Dominic Roskrow celebrates some of the people who are contributing to whisky,quietly making our lives richer. First up is Ingvar Ronde,publisher of the Malt Whisky Yearbook.
January 2009, Issue 77, page 33

Barrel Boom brings distillery gloom.
The bourgon barrel industry is on a roll, but that's not good news for the whisky industry Richard Neill reports on tough choices and smart solutions.
December 1999, Issue 7, page 34

Barrels of innovation
Ian Wisniewski looks at how companies are pushing the boundaries with casks
April 2007, Issue 63, page 62

Being one of the best
David Stirk, one of Whisky Magazine's tasting panel representatives in Edinburgh, explains what it was like to be part of this definitive tasting and how he and his fellow panelists managed to suriviv...
June 2001, Issue 16, page 50

Best buys?
Ian Buxton looks at the how and why of collecting.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 51

Big brands battle it out
Chivas and Glenmoranige smarten up their act for Chistmas
October 2004, Issue 43, page 30

Big in Japan
Whisky Live Japan goes from strength to strength and is getting weirder as it does so. Marcin Miller mixes it with Tokyo's finest
March 2003, Issue 29, page 20

Boom time
A huge palm tree,immaculate croquet lawns,magnificent setting and impressive whiskies… we review Whisky Live London.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 10

Brewing up a storm
Gavin Smith tells the complex story of Scottish brewing and its inextricable links with distilling
February 2002, Issue 21, page 52

Business traffic drives whisky business at Frankfurt
Joe Bates reports from one of Europe's largest airports
July 2007, Issue 65, page 57

But Mr. Ambassador...
On paper being a whisky ambassador would seem to be the dream job but is it all it's cracked up to be? Dominic Roskrow asked some of them.
September 2009, Issue 82, page 20

Buying in Berlin
Joe Bates find his experience a little disappointing but there is hope.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 34

Called to the bar
Whisky Magazine's barfly Kate Portman heads to the bright lights of the big city to investigate some great drinking spots.
November 2008, Issue 76, page 58

Cask Strength Malts
The tradition of high strength bottlings was a natural launch pad for cask strength malts,which have gathered momentum since the late 1980s. Ian Wisniewski finds out more.
March 2007, Issue 62, page 60

Choice buys
Chrisitie's whisky consultant Martin Green takes us down the malt vault and advises on what to buy now and drink or sell later.
December 1999, Issue 7, page 71

Collecting dust
Certain whiskies, distillery names and expressions are highly desirable to collectors – Gavin Smith tries to find out why: what makes collectables collectable?
May 2002, Issue 22, page 58

Coming on song
Dominic Roskrow looks at four distilleries that have recently passed a big milestone.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 14

Confessions of a party animal (Charles Kennedy)
The leader of the Liberal Democrats Charles Kennedy, shares a dram with Jane Slade.
September 2000, Issue 11, page 60

Controlling the burn
Ian Wisniewski asks what is the effect of toasting or charring casks, and how does this influence the character of malt whisky?
June 2010, Issue 88, page 38

Cool and collected
Ian Wisniewski explores the mysteries of the ageing warehouse and looks at how different types affect the eventual taste of your whisky
December 2003, Issue 36, page 64

Cut and thrust on the Royal Mile
Young entrepreneur Keir Sword is going places with Scotch. Marcin Miller met up with him at his shop on Edinburgh's famous thoroughfare
February 2000, Issue 8, page 52

Depends on the blend
Blended whisky is most often considered a poor relation to single malts.
October 2004, Issue 43, page 21

Desert Island drams
What do professional tasters drink for pleasure? Richard Jones finds out what the whisky makers' whiskies are
June 2003, Issue 31, page 30

Desert island malts
Derek Cooper, the winner of the 1999 Glenfiddich Lifetime Achievement award, reveals his selection of the eight favourite whiskies he would take to a desert island and includes the world's first organ...
April 2000, Issue 9, page 18

Distiller making a spirit of the air (Balblair)
Ian Buxton visits Balblair
November 2004, Issue 44, page 30

Do you wanna be in our gang...
How many of us have thought about giving it all up and starting afresh as a worker in the world of whisky? Richard Jones speaks to some people who have done just that
September 2004, Issue 42, page 36

Driven women
Caroline Dewar meets the women behind the whiskies
July 2007, Issue 65, page 62

Feeling positive
Davereflects on recent column inches about the World Whisky Awards and other announcements
June 2008, Issue 72, page 11

Feet firmly on the ground (Mary O'Shea - Heathrow)
In the latest in his series, Richard Jones talks to Mary O'Shea, who is a whisky consultant at Heathrow Airport
November 2004, Issue 44, page 55

Fields of Gold
Barley is one of the vital ingredients in whisky,but with shortages and price increases is there going to be a knock on effect?
March 2007, Issue 62, page 46

Finding Nemo
The fifth Whisky Live in Japan not only attracted a sell-out crowd, but it was a major success too. Marcin Miller reports
February 2004, Issue 37, page 16

First among piers
We review the recent Whisky Live New York.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 10

Flying Dutchman
Joe Bates with the latest from travel retail
November 2005, Issue 52, page 55

Foreshots and Feints
The quality of a new make spirit is crucial to making good whisky. Ian Wisniewski delves deeper into the process
August 2006, Issue 58, page 61

Forest to flask
William M. Dowd heads to the Ozark mountains to investigate Glenmorangie's impressive wood policy.
June 2008, Issue 72, page 12

Four sweet seasons
Martine Nouet finds a whisky dessert for each of the seasons: Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring
September 2003, Issue 33, page

From concert pianist to connoisseur
Michael Jackson talks to Rachel Barrie, a woman who had childhood dreams of being a ballerina or a concert pianist, but became Glenmorangie's Product Development Leader.
February 2001, Issue 14, page 24

From monsters to minnows
Pip Hills looks at who owns what in the world of whisky
March 2003, Issue 29, page 17

From the Editor
As they tell you at every bus stop in Scotland come late afternoon at this time of year, “the nights are fair drawing in”. For some of us this is a legitimate excuse for pouring our evening drams ...
December 1999, Issue 7, page 5

From the Editor
A thrill ran through the press shortly before Christmas, summed up by The Scotsman's headline: "Cheaper Whisky As Good As Fine Malts Say Experts" and inspired by a Which? report which had completed a ...
February 2001, Issue 14, page 5

From the editor
Is it possible to compile an objective hierarchy of malts?
February 2000, Issue 8, page 5

Frontier spirit (Oddbins)
A drinks retail pioneer, Oddbins stands head and shoulders above many other UK chains for the way it approaches and sells Scotch – like a fellow whisky lover. Tom Bruce-Gardyne finds out more
June 2002, Issue 23, page 48

Full of Eastern promise
The Star in the East is beginning to rise.And if the markets of China,India and Russia perform anywhere near to their potential,they could change the world of whisky forever.Richard Jones reports
June 2006, Issue 56, page 20

Gateway to exclusive whiskies
Joe Bates checks out the latest offers
March 2007, Issue 62, page 59

Ghosts in the works
Ghosts are a common feature in whisky distilleries. Robin Laing goes in search of some of the most famous onces
August 2006, Issue 58, page 50

Give me strength
Ian Wisniewski looks at the effects of different filling and bottling strengths
April 2004, Issue 38, page 64

Glasgow Showtime
New venue,different time of the year and some fresh new features made for another great show in Glasgow.
December 2007, Issue 68, page 10

Glenmorangie Highland Estate
You can feel the tension ease from your shoulders as you are met at Inverness airport. A representative assists you in the normally stressful business of removing your baggage from the uncluttered con...
September 2000, Issue 11, page 46

Going organic
Ian Wisniewski looks at whether the trend for organic proucts has a place in the world of malt whisky
April 2005, Issue 47, page 64

Gone to pot
With Dave taking a break for this issue, we asked the BBC's Tom Morton to step up to the plate. He brings us the tale Lomond, Lobotomies and Captain Haddock.
January 2010, Issue 85, page 12

Growing old gracefully
Coopering is an essential part of the maturation process. Gavin D Smith hails an irreplaceable art.
September 2000, Issue 11, page 38

Grown-up & glamorous
Retro luxury pervades the whisky bars of San Francisco as Larry Walker found out when he did a little relaxing West Coast style
February 2000, Issue 8, page 20

Hammer of the Scots
If you want to spend thousands on a bottle of whisky, head for an auction. Jonathon Goodall looks at what to collect, and how to finance some luxurious drinking.
March 1999, Issue 2, page 16

Haydock gets sexed up
Is the great John Haydockrattled? It would seem so. Here he goes on the defensive and answers his critics
October 2003, Issue 34, page 74

Heading Downtown
America's most famous city hosts the greatest whisky show on earth,we find out more
June 2008, Issue 72, page 9

High Society
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is under new ownership and enjoying new premises. Our Mystery Visitor went and checked out one of our more interesting members' clubs
September 2004, Issue 42, page 28

High Society
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has slowly but surely been evolving and growing. We look at its progress.
January 1970, Issue 84, page 22

High society (An Quaich Society)
The members of Canada 's An Quaich Society are real party animals, but their love of Scotch and the freedom it represents could not be more serious as Stuart Maclean Ramsay reports.
June 2000, Issue 10, page 64

Hole in one
The Road Hole Bar in the Old Course Hotel, St Andrews, carries a bottle of single malt from every Scottish distillery, as Brigid James discovered
July 2003, Issue 32, page 26

How do you drink yours?
Ian Wisniewski discovers how whisky is drunk around the world.
November 2006, Issue 60, page 30

How to be nosey
Nosing is a complex and skillful business. Ian Wisniewski looks at what it takes to get to the top
July 2005, Issue 49, page 72

I should cocoa
Writer Kate Ennis goes on a mouth watering exploration with a London chocolatier.
June 2008, Issue 72, page 52

Icons of Whisky 2008
Following months of scrutiny,much debate and exhaustive rounds of voting, we finally reveal the cream of the crop in the whisky world.
February 2008, Issue 70, page 15

Icons of Whisky 2009
Following months of debate,scrutiny and several exhaustive rounds of voting,we finally reveal who has topped the Whisky Magazine charts.
February 2009, Issue 78, page 15

In conversation (Richard Gordon)
Charles MacLean talks to Richard Gordon, Managing Director of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, the world's premier whisky club – now in its 18th year
November 2001, Issue 19, page 85

In conversation with BC
Charles Maclean talks to the General Manger of America's oldest (and youngest) distillery.
November 2000, Issue 12, page 94

In search of the world's best whiskies
This is the third time we have held the Best of the Best. But as Dominic Roskrow reports, this is the biggest and most ambitious attempt yet to find the world's best whiskies
March 2005, Issue 46, page 18

Independent's day
Dave Broom reports on the challenges facing a determined new breed of independent bottle-distillers
October 2002, Issue 26, page 16

Independently minded
What are the best independent bottlings out there? Our tasters tried more than 160 of them to find out. Here are the results…
November 2007, Issue 67, page 21

Inside track
Keir Sword of Royal Mile Whiskies is in the chair
July 2002, Issue 24, page 72

Inverness and beyond
We look at the region of Speyside round about Inverness
January 2007, Issue 61, page 34

Invite whisky to Christmas dinner
Martine Nouet challenges the stereotypical Christmas dinner with the help of single malt whisky in an attempt to create the perfect family gathering
December 2000, Issue 13, page 66

Is bourbon coming of age?
Is there a perfect age for American whiskey – and are different age expressions driving the market or in danger of harming it?
July 2004, Issue 41, page 24

Is it a bear or a bull?
John Rose with another selection of outstanding collectible bottles
July 2006, Issue 57, page 62

Island delights
The Ardbeg candelight dinner is becoming an institution. Martine Nouet, who is at the event's core, reports on this year's event
July 2006, Issue 57, page 42

It all comes out in the wash
Every part of the distillation process is crucial to making good whisky. Ian Wisniewski explains
July 2006, Issue 57, page 64

It's show time!
The greatest shows on earth. We provide an overview of Whisky Live in London and Tokyo
April 2007, Issue 63, page 58

Join the debate
email the team editorial@whiskymag.com
July 2009, Issue 81, page 74

Join the debate
First of all may I say what a great read Whisky Magazine is. I look forward to it landing on the doorstep every month. Having visited Scotland a few times along with going on the usual distillery to...
January 1970, Issue 84, page 74

Keep it in the family
As low points go, the conversation I had with a senior person at Glenmorangie on the day the sale of the company was announced is up there.
October 2004, Issue 43, page 5

Lets do the char char
The cask plays a major role in the flavour of whisky. Ian Wisnieski takes a closer look at how they end up sitting in a warehouse for years
October 2003, Issue 34, page 64

Limburg Whisky Fair 2005
In just three years, the Whisky Fair at Limburg in Germany has established a good reputation and continues to attract excellent visitor numbers.
March 2005, Issue 46, page 15

Liquid assets
Malcolm Greenwood digs beneath the surface to discover how water works to make Scotch so special
June 2000, Issue 10, page 24

Live and kicking
Marcin Miller evaluates the inaugural Whisky Magazine Live and comes to the conclusion that if you missed it, you missed out
July 2001, Issue 17, page 28

Live over London - the biggest show in town
Whisky Live London has grown into a major event attracting hundreds of whisky lovers from across Europe
May 2004, Issue 39, page 16

Lochside no more
In the first of a new series Gavin D. Smithgoes in search of whisky's lost heritage
March 2007, Issue 62, page 52

London hosts whisky heroes
Come to the United Kingdom's premier whisky tasting event and take the opportunity to enjoy a masterclass or two. This selection of tutored tastings gives you access to rare – sometimes unique - exp...
February 2004, Issue 37, page 18

Mash course
Ian Wisniewski takes us step by step through the mashing process
November 2003, Issue 35, page 72

Maturing nicely
The world's premier whisky event rolled into the English capital for the 8th time,bring with it some of the best whisky in the world.
April 2008, Issue 71, page 12

Maturing years
Various factors influence the character of the new make spirit during maturation, and determine a malt's final flavour profile, as Ian Wisniewski finds out.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 28

Michael Palin's whisky adventure
As well known for his international travelogues as his insane antics in Monty Python, Michael Palin, a New Year's honours list CBE, is one of Britain's most popular stars. Here he tells Damian Riley-S...
February 2000, Issue 8, page 8

Mini bottles, big obsession
Brian Hennigan investigates the murky world of the miniature collector and discovers that these hardened collectors will stop at nothing to achieve their goals
July 2001, Issue 17, page 52

Mix it up and start again
Why don't whiskies from different nations ever get belnded togeterh? Or do they? Gavin Smith found out
December 2003, Issue 36, page 32

Mixing the grain with the grape
Ian Wisniewski looks at wine finishes
October 2005, Issue 51, page 64

Money for Barrels
So you'd like to invest in Whisky? Ian Buxton reports
February 2008, Issue 70, page 44

National treasures
We showcase the results from this year's Independent Bottlers'Challenge
October 2008, Issue 75, page 14

National Treasures
The search starts to find the cream of the crop in the whisky world. Scotland, Ireland and Canada have been scrutinised,we find out who is in the running.
November 2007, Issue 67, page 8

Nessie's local
Jonny McCormick explores a monster of a Highland bar on the shores of Loch Ness.
April 2010, Issue 87, page 24

New era
Glenmorangie has unveiled its new image and liquid marking the biggest change in the brand's history to date. The new comtemporary identity includes the introduction of bespoke bottle shapes, new lab...
September 2007, Issue 66, page 15

Norwegian whisky paradise
Joe Bates Gardermoen shops offer taxed locals whisky paradise
January 2007, Issue 61, page 55

On Islay every day's a festival
The Islay festival starts on May 27th. We decided to host a pre-festival dinner on the island and invited all the distilleries. Dominic Roskrow reports
April 2005, Issue 47, page 30

On the edge of the world (Laphroaig)
The peat-reek and iodine fullness of Laphroaig is the epitome of Islay; and it has changed little since the distillery was founded in the early nineteenth century, says Neil Wilson
January 1999, Issue 1, page 38

On the home front
Dave looks at the recent goings on in the industry and Scotland.
September 2009, Issue 82, page 10

On the road
Part one of the tale of the three men, three motorbikes, five distilleries, and the search for one blended malt.
September 2009, Issue 82, page 12

P&O Ferries still offer dram fine savings at sea
Joe Bates sets sail in search of a bargain
October 2006, Issue 59, page 55

Patriotic Pairings
Kate Portman looks at the marriage between Scottish food and whisky.
February 2009, Issue 78, page 60

Perfectly Prague
Joe Bates heads out east to find a surprise in Eastern Europe.
June 2009, Issue 80, page 34

Personality traits
Ian Wisniewski investigates distillery character versus maturation character
July 2007, Issue 65, page 54

Phenolic fancies
Ian Wisniewski asks what does the term ‘ppm' stand for in relation to a peated malt, and what does this signify in terms of a malt's character?
April 2010, Issue 87, page 38

Pilgrim's progress to whisky Mecca (Glenmorangie)
Despite the advance of time, Tain continues to be a sacred destination for pilgrims the world over. John Lamond believes Glenmorangie Distillery may be a reason for the area's continued popularity
September 2001, Issue 18, page 34

Pioneering Spirit
Change is certainly in the air in deepest Ross-shire, we investigate further
November 2007, Issue 67, page 50

Planes, brand names and very good deals
Martin Moodie reports on duty free stores that have abandoned the “stack ‘em high, sell ‘em cheap” mentality and become innovative, enticing and packed full of whisky delights to tempt the tra...
September 2001, Issue 18, page 62

Positive education
Martin Betts learnt more than a wealth of whisk(e)y knowledge from Whisky Magazine Live's Masterclasses, he found out that the Master Blenders and Distillers could communicate with the enthusiast with...
July 2001, Issue 17, page 30

Putting money where your mouth is
Keep advertising and advertising will keep you”, famously quipped whisky baron Tommy Dewar. He was renowned for advertising firsts and for the lavish promotional budgets that built the Dewar's brand...
October 2003, Issue 34, page 20

Racing horses and drinking bourbon
Ken Hoskins visits Churchill Downs racetrack in Kentucky in an attempt to understand the people of Kentucky's keen taste for horse racing, bourbon and the Mint Julep
November 2001, Issue 19, page 68

Raising the bar (Gordon & McPhail)
Gordon & McPhail is something of a ‘one stop shop'f or whisky enthusiasts. As it celebrates 10 years as a distillery owner our man looks at why it continues to surprise and delight
March 2007, Issue 62, page 50

Raising the standard
Glenfiddich,The Glenlivet and Glenmorangie are three of the biggest selling malts in the world but does familiarity breed contempt? Dominic Roskrow suggests they're worth revisiting.
February 2009, Issue 78, page 51

Reasons to be cheerful
Actually, maybe that should read “reasons to be cautiously optimistic”, but it doesn't scan quite as well. Instead of the usual discursive ramblings here's some personal thoughts on some trends wh...
February 2010, Issue 86, page 8

Rennaissance Dram
It's more than ten years since Ardbeg ended a period of stop-start production and went back on stream properly. And as Dominic Roskrow reports, it's going from strength to strength.
September 2008, Issue 74, page 42

Return of the Big Tam
Gavin D Smithlooks at the comeback of a Speyside classic
September 2007, Issue 66, page 48

Return of the Mac
This issue Ian Wisniewski turns his attention to the simplest of cocktails,the Whisky Mac
July 2006, Issue 57, page 48

Rising stars
The search starts again to find the cream of the crop in the whisky world. In the first round of voting our focus turns to Scotland.
September 2009, Issue 82, page 6

Rising to the challenge
Fermentation is a prime example of multi-tasking,with yeast having to grow,produce alcohol and create various flavours. So,how does yeast manage to tick all the boxes? Ian Wisniewski finds out challen...
October 2009, Issue 83, page 28

Scotch on the rocks
Hard rock and whisk(e)y have been bedfellows for 40 years.Dominic Roskrow lets his hair down
April 2006, Issue 55, page 30

Scotch rules the roost at Ezeiza
Joe Bates gets the low down on the Buenos Aires scene
November 2006, Issue 60, page 55

Scotland's Tallest Still
Scotland's tallest whisky still has been winched into place at The Glenmorangie Company's famous distillery in Tain,Ross-shire. The five-metre-tall,swan-necked copper still is the last of four new st...
January 2009, Issue 77, page 7

Searching for perfection
perfection The Whisky & Cigar Challenge matches a premium whisky with a premium Cuban cigar to produce the perfect match
May 2004, Issue 39, page 18

Shopping on the fly
Joe Bates finds himself at Glasgow airport facing early morning drams and security warnings
September 2008, Issue 74, page 34

Showtime
Two of the greatest shows on earth.We provide an overview ofWhisky Live in Glasgow and Paris.
October 2006, Issue 59, page 41

Showtime at Glasgow
The world's premier whisky tasting show, Whisky Live visited Glasgow for the fifth time recently and sales boomed with a record attendance on the Saturday.
November 2008, Issue 76, page 10

Simply a matter of shelf belief
'Own label' whisky brands are thriving across the world. But how does the market work and how has it developed the way it has? Peter Mulryan reports
November 2003, Issue 35, page 58

Small is beautiful
Just miniatures does exactly what it says on the tin - sells just miniatures.
October 2004, Issue 43, page 20

Soup up your starter
Martine Nouet provides us with some warnimg soup recipes and shows us how to liven them up with a drop of whisky to make an ideal starter to any meal
December 2003, Issue 36, page 36

Special finishing school
Whisky Magazine and The Glenlivet hosted a readers' round table in London. In the first half we asked about wood finishes and innovations
November 2005, Issue 52, page 16

Spectacular!
Jonny McCormick reports on the year's top priced bottle and salutes Glenmorangie's gains.
July 2010, Issue 89, page 82

Spey Pride
The Speyside region is getting its act together and making life easier for the visitor. Here Dominic Roskrow reports on its changing face. And on page 34 we provide the complete visitors' guide to the...
January 2006, Issue 53, page 32

Spirit of the times
In the first of a two part series looking at new make spirit, Ian Wisniewski considers the range of characteristics that appear in new make spirit,and how they are created.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 28

Standing out from the flock (Spencerfield Spirits)
Ian Buxton dons his wellies and digs out his shepherd's crook
June 2007, Issue 64, page 24

Still very important
Ian Wisniewski explains how differing still designs influence the style and flavour of whisky
November 2001, Issue 19, page 42

Stock of French whisky event rises
The first Whisky LiveParis was held inteh old Parisian stock market - and it was a success
October 2004, Issue 43, page 15

Success comes from running a tight Chip
The Ubiquitous Chip is celebrating 30 years at its current location and throughout whisky has been key to its success. Dominic Roskrow visited
June 2005, Issue 48, page 38

Tarry rope and smoked fish
Might the revival of Ardbeg one day lead to the release of a new 10-year old? If so, would it be like the Ardbeg of old? Neil Wilson looks at the ups and downs of a legend
June 1999, Issue 4, page 18

Tasting with a wean
Instead of the usual acidic finish, why not enjoy a somewhat sweeter, slightly sentimental, but not overpowering, finish with John Lamond- just for a change
February 2002, Issue 21, page 82

That was the year that was
This month's round table looks back at the past year and looks forward to the year ahead
November 2004, Issue 44, page 20

The bar in the Bluegrass
Ken Hoskins visits Lousiville's Seelbach Hilton Hotel, where Al Capone gambled away his ill-gotten gains, F.Scott Fitzgerald became so drunk he was physically ejected and Max Allen Jr., Kentucky's leg...
February 2001, Issue 14, page 56

The battle for independence
Tom Bruce Gardyne profiles Muray McDavid, the enfant terrible of independent bottlers.
September 2000, Issue 11, page 56

The best deal possible
Glenmorangie House lies some seven or eight miles from the distillery, and driving up to it on a dark and windy night is like driving back in time. We arrive late, and already guests are coming down...
November 2004, Issue 44, page 5

The best Scotch malts in the world
Compiling a top 90 best Scottish malts list is as ambitious a project as this magazine has ever undertook. Dominic Roskrowdescribes how it was done
May 2004, Issue 39, page 22

The best year yet
This year's Icons of Whisky were the toughest yet. Drawing up the shortlists was a nightmare.And the voting in nearly all categories was painfully close. Dominic Roskrowreports
March 2006, Issue 54, page 18

The BIG Apple
America's east coast metropolis braced itself for the greatest whisky show on earth
June 2007, Issue 64, page 58

The big cheese
Whisky and cheese is one of the best pairings to grace a dinner table, Kate Portman investigates why...
April 2009, Issue 79, page 50

The blog boys
Dominic Roskrow meets the brains behind the Edinburgh Blog.
January 2010, Issue 85, page 32

The China syndrome
Shanghai is now one of the world's cutting edge cities and blended whiskies are gaining big markets. But what about malts? Graham Thompson has been peering into his dram to find out more
October 2004, Issue 43, page 54

The Forsyth's saga
Tom Bruce-Gardyne visits Speyside still-makers Forsyth's to find out about the leading coppersmiths
May 2002, Issue 22, page 44

The ghost in the machine
Charles Maclean takes a midnight tour of spectural distillery dogs ghostly maltmen and spirit footsteps that are silenced by the burning of boots. So draw the curtains and gather round the fire
January 1999, Issue 1, page 34

The heart of Europe
Joe Bates looks at whisky in Brussels airport
July 2005, Issue 49, page 53

The Innovation Game
With so much discussion going on at the moment about innovation,we decided to ask members of the whiskymag.com forum for their views
June 2007, Issue 64, page 16

The Magic of Citrus
Martine Nouet delves in to the wonderful world of marmalades and tangy, fresh fruit
November 2006, Issue 60, page 44

The Miller's Tale
Spring: the season of fecundity, rebirth and renewal. And, of course, Whisky Live in London. The merry-go-round begins again. Today London and, in two weeks time, whisky events in San Francisco and Co...
April 2004, Issue 38, page 5

The quiet men
Dave Broom talks to Davied Stewart, the unassuming yet innovative force shaping the William Grant's portfolio, and long-term colleague, Whisky Records controller Eric Robertson
October 2002, Issue 26, page 44

The renaissance man
Dave Broom talks innovation,metabolic pathways and obscure Scottish rock bands with Glenmorangie's head of distilling & flavour creation,Dr Bill Lumsden.
February 2009, Issue 78, page 22

The unsung heroes of whisky
Dave Broom talks to the people behind some of the world's most famous brands, the blenders, and attempts to piece together the complex jigsaw of tasks their job entails
July 2001, Issue 17, page 16

The voice of the people
The Icons of Whisky mark a step up for Whisky Magazine. Formerly known as the Whisky Academy and decided by an editorial panel, they are now decided by reader votes. Here we present the winners
April 2004, Issue 38, page 16

The whisky forum
Whether you are bemused, confused, excited or delighted, share your views and opinions with other Whisky Magazine readers.
April 2005, Issue 47, page 14

The whisky lesson
Michael Jackson, friend of malt, learns the British way
July 2001, Issue 17, page 7

The whispering gallery
Martine Nouet finds the perfect match for the whispering whiskies requires a light hand when seasoning and careful attention in choosing delicate ingredients.
February 2010, Issue 86, page 55

The wonderful world of whisky
Welcome to our new section, World of whisky. These pages aim to take a less reverent look at the world of malts and to highlight some of the strangeness that all plays a part in making the subject suc...
September 2003, Issue 33, page 20

The yellow coat
Michael Jackson enjoys a Glenkinchie or two and celebrates the unbuttoning of Edinburgh
November 2001, Issue 19, page 7

There's something about Mary
If you visit Islay you have to try the cooking of Mary McKecknie and the outstanding visitor centre at Ardbeg Distillery. Richard Jones reports
January 2006, Issue 53, page 44

Thirst for knowledge
Guest writer Andrew Jefford smokes out the truth on the issue of peat in whisky
November 2004, Issue 44, page 74

Time to raise its game (Glen Moray)
Glen Moray is Glenmorangie's third distillery and is somewhat forgotten,lying as it does in the shadow of Tain's finest and the wonderful Ardbeg.But is it underrated? The mystery visitor had a look…
November 2005, Issue 52, page 30

Tokyo does it the Speyside Way (The Speyside Way)
Taylor Smisson claims that Scotland doesn't have the monopoly on world-class Scotch malt whisky bars and visits Tokyo's The Speyside Way bar to prove his point
November 2001, Issue 19, page 28

Travelling in style
Joe Bates provides a guide to the best duty free purchases and looks at the best stores to buy from. This issue: World of Whiskies
March 2005, Issue 46, page 55

Two bites of the sherry
If you're going to age whisky in heavily scented olorose casks you need a powerfully flavoured spirit to start off with. Stephen Brook examines the elements that make up the Macallan, and how second-...
March 1999, Issue 2, page 34

Two hundred million reasons to enjoy retirement
Marcin Miller talks to Owsley Brown Frazier, former Vice Chairman of the Brown-Forman Corporation, and finds him calmly enjoying his retirement
February 2001, Issue 14, page 52

Uncorking a debate
‘To cork, or not to cork', that is the question, as Federico Valori explains
April 2003, Issue 30, page 38

Under the hammer
Now you can find both of John Rose's superb articles about collecting whisky in one place. In collections,he looks at some of the latest bottles to come up at auction. In questions,he fields your enqu...
February 2008, Issue 70, page 34

Under the hammer
Now you can find both of John Rose's superb articles about collecting whisky in one place. In collections,he looks at some of the latest bottles to come up at auction. In questions,he fields your enqu...
June 2008, Issue 72, page 32

United nations
As promised in Issue 36, we asked some experts to cross the usual genre boundaries to see if any combinations worked, what might work and what was best left in its component bottles. Gavin Smith repor...
May 2004, Issue 39, page 38

View from the other side
For this debate we ask a group of non whisky industry people for their view on the subject
January 2005, Issue 45, page 20

Vintage explorations
Glenmorangie's creative relationship with wine barrels has produced some radical and fascinating results, Maragaret Rand reports on the progression so far.
April 2000, Issue 9, page 62

Vote for your whisky favourites
Icons of whisky is the new name for our annual awards. And this year we're introducing the radical step of letting you do the voting 2004
February 2004, Issue 37, page 20

Walk the line
What happens on the bottling line is often overlooked when discussing the production process. But there's far more to it than just pressing a button,says Ian Wisniewski.
April 2008, Issue 71, page 28

Welcome to Whisky Magazine
Sometimes it's funny you know. After sitting watching companies sending out their new offerings into the wider world, the shoe is now on the other foot. I think I now have a greater understanding of ...
November 2007, Issue 67, page 5

Welcome to Whisky Magazine
I have been reaquainting myself recently with an old literary favourite of mine from many years ago through the joys of the internet, who knew the digital revolution could be so fun? Garrison Keillor...
February 2008, Issue 70, page 5

Welcome to Whisky Magazine
Well by the time you read this in the UK I will be somewhere in Scotland on a Triumph Bonneville visiting a few distilleries to make Journey's Blend. If you are in the States or elsewhere I will proba...
June 2009, Issue 80, page 5

Welcome to Whisky Magazine
Well it has been a fairly manic summer here in terms of travel but boy has it brought some interesting sights and tastes, particularly from across Scotland. Thankfully the weather here has been grand...
September 2009, Issue 82, page 5

What's in a barrel?
Ian Wisnewski looks at the complex nature of acquiring casks and the increasing demand for quality.
October 2008, Issue 75, page 28

What's in a box
Packaging can convey various messages about a whisky, but how we respond to a particular design also says something about us, and the way we see ourselves, write Ian Wisniewski.
June 2008, Issue 72, page 16

When the party's over
Fed up with feeling rough after a heavy session? Cheer up, Doctor Tom Stuttaford reveals some surprising- and comforting- facts about achieving a quality hangover.
December 1999, Issue 7, page 44

Whiskey works in the windy city
Chicago has its fair share of whiskey bars. Scott Longmantakes a tour
November 2004, Issue 44, page 48

Whisky Alchemy
Our man meets the brains behind one of the most innovative whisky companies out there.
October 2009, Issue 83, page 24

Whisky live Paris 2008
A full sensory experience
October 2008, Issue 75, page 10

Whisky magazine live
Whisky Magazine Live is to be launched very soon, intended to give you, the whisky enthusiast, the opportunity to taste many great whiskies. The event will also give you the chance to enjoy to speakin...
February 2001, Issue 14, page 30

Whisky Oasis (The Whisky Chaser)
Martin Betts visits a veritable whisky paradise well hidden in the extreme north-west of England.
December 2000, Issue 13, page 74

Whisky on the move
Joe Bates on what to look for when in transit
June 2005, Issue 48, page 45

Whisky sales take off at Colombo airport
Joe Bates heads tothe Indian subcontinent tolook atSri Lanka's main airport.
February 2008, Issue 70, page 32

Whisky Week
Whisky Week tours Scotland Inspired by Homecoming Scotland's aim to attract as many folk from around the world as possible, Whisky Week was born to provide the very best tastings and dinners in the he...
October 2009, Issue 83, page 8

Whisky's coming home
Joe Bates with the latest from travel retail
January 2006, Issue 53, page 55

Whisky's women
Whisky's longevity can be credited to the efforts of many hard working people. Gavin D Smith lists nine successful women who are currently working hard to secure whisky's future.
February 2001, Issue 14, page 26

With the grain
Ian Wisniewski delves in to the role of grains in a blend
June 2007, Issue 64, page 62

Women of High Spirits
Some of the best whisky makers and blenders are women. Charles Cowdrey met some of them at a special roadshow.
March 2005, Issue 46, page 66

Women with taste
If a group of women conducted a whisky tasting, would it be very different to a men's one? Well yes, actually. Dominic Roskrow meets the girls
September 2004, Issue 42, page 22

Working in harmony
The new Whisky Exchange shop at London's Vinopolis is part of a new project that shows how grape and the grain can make a harmonious blend. Kate Ennis reports
January 2006, Issue 53, page 52

World of whisky
Pictures from The Whisky Fair, Limburg, Germany
July 2005, Issue 49, page 82

World Whiskies Awards
This year's competition saw more than 150 whiskies put through their paces during three rounds of tastings to win the coveted titles of “Best in the World”.
April 2009, Issue 79, page 15

WORLD'S BEST SINGLE MALT WHISKY
YOICHI 20 YEARS OLD
April 2008, Issue 71, page 23

Worth a visit?
It's hard to believe that just a few years ago public access to a distillery was rare. Now many offer tours or tastings and they're becoming increasingly sophisticated. Dominic Roskrow reports
April 2005, Issue 47, page 20

Worth Czeching out Prague
Prague is known for great beer.But what about whisky? Jefferson Chase went in hunt of the perfect Czech whisky retailer
September 2005, Issue 50, page 38

You what?
Our Mystery Visitor thinks he has been unmasked so he's taking a break. Here he recalls some of the stranger moments from distillery tours
March 2006, Issue 54, page 36

Young at heart
It's a fallacy to state that the older the whisky, the better it is. Young malts can have their own attractions. Ian Wisniewski reports
January 2005, Issue 45, page 56

“Customers are often time rich and cash rich” Fraser Dunlop
Rob Allanson talks to Fraser Dunlop,head of liquor,tobacco,food and tax free items for World Duty Free
September 2007, Issue 66, page 37

“What we'redoing is always exposing the very best theindustry hasto offer”
Ian Wisniewski talks with Paul Miles,managing director of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
September 2008, Issue 74, page 84