The Whiskey Wash

4 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Mark Littler

Gordon & MacPhail recently concluded its Mr. George Legacy Series with a remarkable 70-year-old single malt, the fifth and final installment in a collection honoring the long-term vision of George Urquhart, one of scotch whisky’s most influential figures. Once, such a release might have seemed unimaginable. Today, however, it feels almost inevitable. In the world of rare scotch, age has always signaled prestige.

5 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Mark Littler

Whether you’re new to scotch whisky or looking for a smooth, approachable dram to mix into your next highball, Cutty Sark is a name worth knowing. Created in 1923 by Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant, Berry Bros. & Rudd, Cutty Sark is a blended scotch with a rich history, a light flavor profile, and a rebellious spirit that made it a favorite during Prohibition, and still keeps it popular today.

6 days ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Mark Littler

It’s been over a decade since GTA V graced our consoles. In that time, people have started families, watched their kids grow up, and even sent them off to college. Meanwhile, we’re still waiting for Rockstar to release the sequel. So here’s a radical idea: instead of endlessly refreshing gaming forums, why not embark on a journey through 101 exceptional whiskeys? At a civilized pace, this list should last you several years.

1 week ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Mark Littler

When someone wins Independent Bottler of the Year three times running, you listen to their whisky recommendations. Gregor Hannah, Director of Lady of the Glen, has spent over a decade sourcing exceptional casks and building one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottling operations. Starting from scratch in 2012 with backing from the Prince’s Trust, he’s transformed his passion into a global brand that ships worldwide. But expertise means nothing without taste.

1 week ago | thewhiskeywash.com | Hannah Thompson

A modern day treasure chest containing 10 bottles of 50-year-old single malt whisky from The Balvenie Distillery will make auction history at Sotheby’s London today. The ultra-rare Private Cask #16560 Trunk represents the first time any bottles from The Balvenie’s exclusive private cask program have appeared at public auction. The wooden trunk carries an estimate of $300,000 to $562,500 (£240,000-450,000) and bidding closes 14:00 BST May 29.