From Trelawny to independent bottlings, explore Hampden’s history, fermentation methods, marks and the rums in our...
From Trelawny to independent bottlings, explore Hampden’s history, fermentation methods, marks and the rums in our selection.
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Hampden: the distillery’s history and the character of its rums
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Ben Nevis: the distillery’s history and the character of its whiskies
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At the foot of Ben Nevis, this Highland distillery has been making whisky since 1825. Discover its history, its ties...
Whisky: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions
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An accessible FAQ covering the basics of whisky: production, types, producing regions, age, cask influence, peat,...
Rum: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions
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An accessible FAQ covering the basics of rum: production, raw materials, producing regions, styles, ageing, added...
Armagnac: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Armagnac? How does it differ from Cognac? What do VS, VSOP and XO mean? How should you choose, taste and...
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Hampden: the distillery’s history and the character of its rumsRead more
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Ben Nevis: the distillery’s history and the character of its whiskiesRead more
At the foot of Ben Nevis, this Highland distillery has been making whisky since 1825. Discover its history, its ties with Nikka and the character of its single malts, including selections from independent bottlers.
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Whisky: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked QuestionsRead more
An accessible FAQ covering the basics of whisky: production, types, producing regions, age, cask influence, peat, tasting, and storage.
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Rum: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked QuestionsRead more
An accessible FAQ covering the basics of rum: production, raw materials, producing regions, styles, ageing, added sugar, tasting, and storage.
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Armagnac: Answers to the 10 Most Frequently Asked QuestionsRead more
What is Armagnac? How does it differ from Cognac? What do VS, VSOP and XO mean? How should you choose, taste and store a bottle? Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about France's oldest wine spirit.
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L’embouteillage indépendant : dernier rempart contre l’industrialisation des spiritueux (troisième partie)Read moreEntretien exclusif avec Alexandre Vingtier. Il fait partie de ces esprits rares capables de penser le spiritueux à la fois comme un produit culturel, économique et sensoriel. Auteur, consultant, enseignant, négociant, assembleur, sélectionneur — Alexandre Vingtier incarne cette intelligence liquide qui relie terroir, histoire et prospective. Dans un marché de plus en plus financiarisé, il observe avec lucidité les mutations du goût, la place fragile de l’indépendance, et les dérives d’un...
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L’embouteillage indépendant : dernier rempart contre l’industrialisation des spiritueux (deuxième partie)Read moreEntretien exclusif avec Alexandre Vingtier. Il fait partie de ces esprits rares capables de penser le spiritueux à la fois comme un produit culturel, économique et sensoriel. Auteur, consultant, enseignant, négociant, assembleur, sélectionneur — Alexandre Vingtier incarne cette intelligence liquide qui relie terroir, histoire et prospective. Dans un marché de plus en plus financiarisé, il observe avec lucidité les mutations du goût, la place fragile de l’indépendance, et les dérives d’un...
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Penser, goûter, transmettre : la vision d’Alexandre Vingtier sur l’avenir des spiritueuxRead moreIntroduction Auteur, critique, consultant et enseignant, Alexandre Vingtier est une figure incontournable du monde des spiritueux. Ancien responsable des sélections à La Maison du Whisky, fondateur du magazine Rumporter et aujourd’hui conseiller auprès de producteurs et d’interprofessions, il navigue entre tradition, innovation et pédagogie. Dans cet entretien, il revient sur son parcours, décrypte les grandes mutations du marché mondial et partage sa vision exigeante d’un univers où le goût...
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The Taste of August 1stRead moreWhat if Swiss National Day was also celebrated in the glass? Discover five bold pairings between traditional Swiss dishes and exceptional spirits – from whisky to Armagnac, with a hint of mezcal. A new way to honor the flavors of August 1st.
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Behind the Spirits – May 2025 | Whisky, rum & unfiltered newsRead moreWhisky, rum, cognac, armagnac: In May 2025, the spirits industry was marked by a crash in the secondary market, bold new releases, and increasingly elaborate marketing strategies. A full breakdown.
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April 2025 Spirits Industry Report: Trends, Scandals & Innovation from Japan to TequilaRead moreDiscover the biggest spirits industry headlines from April 2025 - from Japanese whisky innovations and tequila label wars to whisky heists and Cointreau's pomelo twist. A month of disruption and daring moves.
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The Art of Tasting Spirits: A sensory and emotional journeyRead moreEach sip bears the imprint of a terroir, time and expertise. To capture its full richness, you need to create the right atmosphere, observe the colour, patiently sniff out the aromas, taste carefully, and extend the experience through retro-olfaction. It's a ritual in which the senses interact, an intimate, sensory exploration. And more than a moment of pleasure, it's an infinite learning experience: comparing, experimenting, matching... Take your time. Let the glass do the talking.
