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Lancaster and the Spirit of the Hanged Town
It’s odd and thrilling to discover that the cobbled streets of a city once known for its gallows and witch trials are now scented with malted barley. Lancaster has never quite outrun its ghosts, who hide in the castle’s shadow, the damp air rolling off the river Lune and in the flicker of lanterns as the streets empty for the night. Yet lately, another kind of spirit has begun to rise. A spirit born of stills and barrels. Lancaster Brewery, long celebrated for its crisp lager
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Oct 31, 20255 min read


In the Company of Good Spirits
Tucked away on Pitt Street, there’s a photography studio that doubles as a gathering space for creatives and enthusiasts alike. A few...
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Apr 25, 20254 min read


Whisky, Varenyky and the Spirit of Giving Back
There are moments in life that remind you how beautifully absurd the world can be. A Ukrainian, living in Scotland, sitting down for a...
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Apr 18, 20253 min read


Mastering Rum: An Evening with Jason Scott and SeaWolf at Drinkmonger
On a cool Edinburgh evening, a small group of cocktail lovers gathered in the softly lit tasting room of Drinkmonger for something...
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Feb 28, 20252 min read


Mac-Talla’s New Core Range Bottles the Spirit of Islay
Allow me to introduce you to Mac-Talla’s new core range, a wonderful collection of whiskies that are as diverse and captivating as the...
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Aug 5, 20242 min read


Introducing Bruadar by Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers
The whisky landscape is ever-evolving, with distillers constantly seeking to push boundaries and create spirits that can capture both...
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Jul 2, 20243 min read


Discovering Embra
Last week, I was lucky enough to get invited to Holyrood Distillery’s exciting second single malt whisky launch - Embra. The distillery...
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Mar 19, 20242 min read


The art of blending
During my first trip to Scotland back in 2019, I really wanted to bring a piece of the country back with me to Ukraine as a wee gift for...
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May 18, 202319 min read


A whisky's natural companion
How do you like to drink your whisky? Neat, with ice or a dash of water? Even though adding anything to the spirit is still frowned upon...
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Mar 26, 20233 min read
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