By Richard Thomas St. Patrick’s Day has grown from being the feast day commemorating the death of Ireland’s patron saint into an international (often unofficial) holiday celebrating all things Irish. There is no better time to expand your knowledge of the surging Irish Whiskey scene and get acquainted with some new expressions. I’ve drawn up a list of seven such ...

Most couples book restaurants for a romantic dinner or go on trips during Valentine’s Day. Most of the time, the reservations must be made way earlier than usual to avoid the waiting list. However, if you’re tired of the hassle of reservations and want to make the best out of your money, we’ve got you covered. Let your beau feel ...

By Richard Thomas Rating: B To a large extent, Waterford Irish Whiskey represents an entrepreneur taking his past experience in Scotland and carrying it over into a new venture in Ireland. Mark Reynier bought a shuttered Islay distillery, Bruichladdich, in 2000, and in so doing he confronted a problem that was novel at the time. The distillery had only been ...

Irish Distillers, producer of Jameson, Powers and Redbreast, today announces the appointment of Billy Leighton to Master Blender Emeritus as Dave McCabe steps into his predecessor’s role as the new Master Blender at Irish Distillers. Billy will remain at the business supporting Irish Distillers’ brands as Master Blender Emeritus following an incredible 47-year career at Irish Distillers. Billy originally started ...

Irish Distillers has a new installment in the Method and Madness line, a seven year old single malt. The first ever single malt whiskey to be created in the Micro Distillery, this new release marks an exciting move into unchartered territory for the team at Midleton Distillery, showcasing the art of experimentation that defines the Micro Distillery’s spirit while offering ...