How to Start Your Own Whisky Collection

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September 12, 2024

News

How to Start Your Own Whisky Collection

If you're a whisky lover, then starting your own collection can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Not only will you have your favorite spirit on hand whenever you want, but you'll also get to…

September 12, 2024

5 Affordable Whiskey Decanters That Will Elevate Your Home Bar

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

May 23, 2023

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

5 Affordable Whiskey Decanters That Will Elevate Your Home Bar

The world has no shortage of whiskey lovers. And what else could please a whiskey lover more than a decanter? For years, whiskey collectors have been transferring their favorite scotches into…

May 23, 2023

Wherefore Art Thou Scotch: Things That Make Scotch Scotch

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April 18, 2022

News

Wherefore Art Thou Scotch: Things That Make Scotch Scotch

A name is a word that helps identify a specific person, place, or thing. Essentially, names help set things apart from one another. When it comes to just about any field or topic, names are essential…

April 18, 2022

Following the Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

June 10, 2021

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

Following the Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Yes, there is a whiskey trail, and your group should follow it. Tennessee, home to Tennessee whiskey, attracts tourists all year along their whiskey trail. Both whiskey lovers and groups who just…

June 10, 2021

How To Host an At-Home Whiskey Tasting

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

March 05, 2021

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

How To Host an At-Home Whiskey Tasting

While stuck inside this winter, hosting an at-home whiskey tasting will warm your senses and help you and your guests forget the cold for an evening. A whiskey tasting isn’t truly about the…

March 05, 2021

D.S. & Durga x Johnnie Walker Blue Label Candle

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November 05, 2020

News

D.S. & Durga x Johnnie Walker Blue Label Candle

If you're a whisky lover or know anyone who loves whisky, this could be a nice Christmas sock filling - D.S. & Durga x Johnnie Walker Blue Label Candle.

November 05, 2020

Glenfiddich Grand Cru 23 Year Old: Single Malt Special Edition

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November 16, 2019

News

Glenfiddich Grand Cru 23 Year Old: Single Malt Special Edition

This exclusive Glenfiddich expression has been matured for 23 years in American and European oak casks and elegantly finished in rare French cuvee casks. The finest flavors from Scotland and France…

November 16, 2019 | Tasty Discoveries

Coca-Cola Enters the Spirits World with New Signature Mixers

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May 12, 2019

News

Coca-Cola Enters the Spirits World with New Signature Mixers

The unique yet familiar flavor of Coca-Cola has cemented its status as one of the world's most beloved mixers. Now, with dark spirits making a comeback and the cocktail culture hotter than…

May 12, 2019

White Walker by Johnnie Walker in Collaboration with Game of Thrones

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

October 11, 2018

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

White Walker by Johnnie Walker in Collaboration with Game of Thrones

In collaboration with HBO® and Game of Thrones, Johnnie Walker has introduced the new White Walker by Johnnie Walker. This limited-edition Scotch Whisky is inspired by the most enigmatic and…

October 11, 2018 | News

Blends and Stills: Now Open at Metro Ghazir

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

July 12, 2018

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

Blends and Stills: Now Open at Metro Ghazir

What a wonderful event! Blends and Stillsheld a Masterclass on Bushmills Irish Whisky and Kavalan Taiwanese Whisky, at Metro Mall Ghazir, for a crowd of enthusiasts and eager listeners. Many had not…

July 12, 2018 | Events

Tuthilltown: New York's First Whiskey Distillers

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | New York USA Americas

USA

October 15, 2017

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

Tuthilltown: New York's First Whiskey Distillers

Tuthilltown Spirits Farm Distillery is New York’s first whiskey distillery since prohibition, distilling some of America’s most prized spirits in the Hudson Valley. Before…

October 15, 2017 | Spotted Stories | New York

A Season's Gift with an Inspiring Message

Spotted Stories

December 31, 2015

Spotted Stories

A Season's Gift with an Inspiring Message

"If it doesn’t come bursting out of you in spite of everything, don't do it!"

December 31, 2015

Johnnie Walker Blue Label: A Series of Pop-up Stores Across Europe for Christmas

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

December 16, 2015

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

Johnnie Walker Blue Label: A Series of Pop-up Stores Across Europe for Christmas

If you happen to be travelling to cities like Milan, Paris, London and Monaco you will come across a series of pop-up stores by Johnnie Walker Blue Label. The concept debuted in Milan on the 27th of…

December 16, 2015

Japanese Whisky Paired with Sushi

Reviews | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

October 16, 2015

Reviews

Japanese Whisky Paired with Sushi

Invited by Shogun and the Lebanese Syndicate of Restaurants in Lebanon, Nikka Japanese Whisky, newly launched in Lebanon, wanted to celebrate Japanese whisky, food and culture.

October 16, 2015 | Tasty Discoveries | Hamra & Verdun

Discovering Scotland: Chivas Linn House Keith

Hotels | Scotland UK Europe

UK

June 19, 2015

Hotels

Discovering Scotland: Chivas Linn House Keith

Impressive, shockingly impressive, breathtaking. We were invited to the Chivas house, not a hotel, but the Chivas castle. An old Victorian house from 1878 with its old stones and old decor. My…

June 19, 2015 | Reviews | Scotland

Chivas Regal The Icon Exclusively at Dubai Travel Retail

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June 14, 2015

News

Chivas Regal The Icon Exclusively at Dubai Travel Retail

Chivas Regal introduces a symbol of luxury for a new era - Chivas Regal The Icon. A blend of some of the rarest and oldest whiskies available to Chivas Regal, Chivas R

June 14, 2015

Dinner at Chiva’s Linn House; Keith, Scotland

International Cuisine | Scotland UK Europe

UK

June 03, 2015

International Cuisine

Dinner at Chiva’s Linn House; Keith, Scotland

Gathered around the long dining table, 12 people were ready to enjoy a fine dinner. Welcomed to the Chivas Linn House, tonight's dinner was special, a strong welcoming to the world of whiskies. A…

June 03, 2015 | Reviews | Scotland

Speyside, Scotland: A Visit to Chivas' Distilleries

Coffee, Wine & Drinks | Scotland UK Europe

UK

May 28, 2015

Coffee, Wine & Drinks

Speyside, Scotland: A Visit to Chivas' Distilleries

"Would you like something to drink sir? A snack with your coffee?" Sipping my hot coffee while enjoying the beautiful fields of green, I grabbed my phone and decided to write my recollections of this…

May 28, 2015 | Travel & Tourism | Scotland

Snack Shack Dalwhinnie, Scotland: A Stopover in the Middle of Nowhere

Breakfast & Coffee | Scotland UK Europe

UK

May 25, 2015

Breakfast & Coffee

Snack Shack Dalwhinnie, Scotland: A Stopover in the Middle of Nowhere

A bizarre country, or maybe an area, where everything opens at 10am. They claim to serve breakfast, but don't open before 10. Searching more extensively we found a place, on the road to the…

May 25, 2015 | Restaurants | Scotland

Chivas Linn House Keith: A Traditional Scottish Dinner in Scotland

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UK

May 24, 2015

News

Chivas Linn House Keith: A Traditional Scottish Dinner in Scotland

I strongly believe and maybe can confirm that I'll retire in Scotland. I'm in love with the people here, admire the greenery, scenery and vast lands the country boasts, their whisky is something else…

May 24, 2015 | Reviews | Scotland

A Get Together Around a Glass of Single Malt

Spotted Stories

April 17, 2015

Spotted Stories

A Get Together Around a Glass of Single Malt

Recently, I was invited to attend a get together around a selection of single malts, a night were we would get to know the differences between one bottle and another and between regions.

April 17, 2015

Meet these Typsy Glasses

Food Gadgets

March 27, 2015

Food Gadgets

Meet these Typsy Glasses

Meet the typsy glasses. They look a bit out of shape, a bit wrong, just like the world around you when you get tipsy! Don't they?

March 27, 2015

Start Collecting... Limited Edition Dubai Johnnie Walker Blue Label Skyline

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February 28, 2015

News

Start Collecting... Limited Edition Dubai Johnnie Walker Blue Label Skyline

Following the success of its 2013 Johnnie Walker Blue Label Skyline Collection, Diageo Global Travel Middle East has announced a partnership with artist and paper sculptor, Jeff Nishinaka, to…

February 28, 2015

The Malt Gallery: For Whisky Aficionados and More

Spotted Stories | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Beirut

February 03, 2015

Spotted Stories

The Malt Gallery: For Whisky Aficionados and More

If you’re a malt whiskey fan like I am, The Malt Gallery is your place. This  luxurious space down in Achrafieh inspires class and luxury. A glass facade welcomes you into a space…

February 03, 2015 | Achrafieh

HAIG CLUB Comes to Lebanon

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December 19, 2014

News

HAIG CLUB Comes to Lebanon

Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, today announced the global launch of its new Single Grain Scotch Whisky, HAIG CLUB™.

December 19, 2014

Dulce n' Banana: Orgasmic Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate | Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

December 19, 2014

Chocolate

Dulce n' Banana: Orgasmic Chocolate Truffles

The same feeling comes along every time I receive something new to taste: What should I expect? Will it be good? How would I handle this product? Believe me, I'm rarely impressed.  Today, I…

December 19, 2014 | Tasty Discoveries | Mount Lebanon

Helado... Pure Frozen Treats

Popular | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

June 24, 2014

Popular

Helado... Pure Frozen Treats

Two reviews in less than a week! You must think I am crazy or something. I just had to, so much to try and taste. Last Sunday when I visited Helado

June 24, 2014 | Recommended | Keserwan

Helado: Knefe, Whisky, Figs... Innovative Ice Cream Flavors

Ice Cream & Gelato | Keserwan Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

June 21, 2014

Ice Cream & Gelato

Helado: Knefe, Whisky, Figs... Innovative Ice Cream Flavors

In the past, I’ve recommended 14 places for their ice cream and yes, unfortunately, I have maybe forgotten the most important one; Helado.

June 21, 2014 | Popular | Keserwan

3D on the Rocks Anyone?

Spotted Stories

April 17, 2014

Spotted Stories

3D on the Rocks Anyone?

Suntory teamed up with Japanese ad agency TBWA\Hakuhodo to offer the world’s  first 3D-milled ice cubes. These figurines that will make your drinks look like works of art. Using a 3D mill, these ice…

April 17, 2014

Art and Blue Label: Skylines of the World

Spotted Stories

October 18, 2013

Spotted Stories

Art and Blue Label: Skylines of the World

Inspired by the skylines of the world’s most famous cities including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Mumbai, Singapore and Hong Kong amongst others, Diageo Global Travel’s latest work for a…

October 18, 2013

Premium Single Malt ...Toothpicks?

Spotted Stories

July 15, 2013

Spotted Stories

Premium Single Malt ...Toothpicks?

A recipe with barrel aged Islay single malt scotch from a 200 year old distillery is what makes these Single Malt Nº16 toothpicks special.  Yes toothpicks! These unique toothpicks, by…

July 15, 2013

Let's Make Some Fresh Drinks?

Spotted Stories

May 19, 2013

Spotted Stories

Let's Make Some Fresh Drinks?

The sun is out in full blast - time for summer outdoor parties, barbecues and more... this means it's time for some fun cocktails... For a change we bring you this fun info-graphic that shows you how…

May 19, 2013

Food Meets Art: Flavourful Letters for Ballentines Whisky

Spotted Stories

March 25, 2013

Spotted Stories

Food Meets Art: Flavourful Letters for Ballentines Whisky

Scottish illustrator Steven Bonner has created a beautiful typeface for Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky that reflects the tasting notes of the brand’s 12-year-old Scotch. The…

March 25, 2013

101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die

Spotted Stories

February 13, 2013

Spotted Stories

101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die

A fun and accessible guide to completing an education in whiskey from a man who knows his hooch.  

February 13, 2013

Christmas Avent Calenders - But It's Not Chocolate Behind Every Box

Spotted Stories

November 29, 2012

Spotted Stories

Christmas Avent Calenders - But It's Not Chocolate Behind Every Box

We get Avent calenders with 24 chocolate pieces for kids and their anticipation grows as they open each window every day and get a piece of chocolate or toy... why not have one for adults.

November 29, 2012

Accent the Flavour: Jack Daniel's BBQ Sauces

Spotted Stories

September 01, 2012

Spotted Stories

Accent the Flavour: Jack Daniel's BBQ Sauces

There a certain aspects of dinning that make my experience memorable. Throughout my travels and dining experiences I have come across some food accessories, as I might call them, that have given…

September 01, 2012

Laphroaig Single Malt Tasting at the Merchant of Venice

Contributors | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

Lebanon

August 24, 2012

Contributors

Laphroaig Single Malt Tasting at the Merchant of Venice

Take it neat or with a splash of water. Roll it around your tongue. Release the pungent, earthy aroma of the blue peat smoke, the sweet nuttiness of the barley and the delicate, heathery perfume of…

August 24, 2012 | Reviews | Beirut

A Diamond Jubilee Whisky Piece of Art

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August 04, 2012

News

A Diamond Jubilee Whisky Piece of Art

From all whisky brands out there to celebrate the Queen's accession, the name John Walker & Sons, the Scotch Whisky distillers by Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen, holds a special…

August 04, 2012

The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh Scotland

Hotels | Scotland UK Europe

UK

March 30, 2012

Hotels

The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh Scotland

The Macdonald Holyrood Hotel is set in Edinburgh's historic and beautiful old town. Conveniently located in the city center, this Edinburgh hotel boasts views of the Crags and Arthur's Seat.

March 30, 2012 | Reviews | Scotland

T.G.I Friday's Diner, Prague

American | Prague Czech Republic Europe

Czech Republic

February 25, 2012

American

T.G.I Friday's Diner, Prague

Second time and will definitely come again. TGI Friday’s is one of those places that really know how to serve an authentic American meal.  It’s not the most up-scale restaurant, but…

February 25, 2012 | Burgers | Prague

Drinks by the Dram - Whisky Samples

Spotted Stories

February 10, 2012

Spotted Stories

Drinks by the Dram - Whisky Samples

Through some research on different types of whiskeys I came across Master of Malt. I think its amazing that you can sample different types of whiskies in drams.

February 10, 2012

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