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The Best Whiskies To Use In Popular Cocktails
02-02-2023

The Best Whiskies To Use In Popular Cocktails


When using whisky in a cocktail, it is important to choose a good quality whisky that has a flavor profile that complements the other ingredients in the drink. For example, a smooth, fruity whisky might be a good choice for a cocktail with sweet, fruity flavors, while a bold, smoky whisky might be

The 5 Types of Scotch Explained
01-22-2023

The 5 Types of Scotch Explained


Scotch is a type of whisky that is made in Scotland from water, malted barley, and yeast. There are five main types of Scotch whisky: single malt, single grain, blended malt, blended grain, and blended Scotch. To produce Scotch, the barley is first soaked in water and allowed to germinate, o

Burns Night - Who, What and Why?
01-15-2023

Burns Night - Who, What and Why?


What is Burns Night?  Burns Night, also known as Burns Supper or Robert Burns Day, is a celebration of the life and poetry of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, who is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland. The event is typically held on January 25th, which is the anniversary of Bu

Whisky 101 - A Beginner's Guide To Understanding Whisky
01-03-2023

Whisky 101 - A Beginner's Guide To Understanding Whisky


What is Whisky? Whisky is an alcoholic beverage made from grain, usually barley, corn, or rye. The grains are typically malted, meaning they are soaked in water and allowed to germinate, and then they are dried using a heat source, such as peat, coal, or wood. The dried grain is then ground int

Most Popular Whiskies of 2022
01-01-2023

Most Popular Whiskies of 2022


As we stand on the cusp of a new year, it's natural to reflect on the past and look ahead to the future. Here at CasKompare we like to look back and review the data and see what can be learned about the past years popular whiskies on CasKompare. Although none of the whiskies on this list will be a

The Game Of Thrones Whisky Collection
06-09-2022

The Game Of Thrones Whisky Collection


In 2019 the release of the last season of the award winning TV show Game of Thrones based on George R. R. Martin's series of fantasy novels A Song of Ice and Fire had arrived. Diageo partnered up with HBO to bring to fans across the globe a special release of 9 different bottles of whisky from 9 d