Achieving a smooth shave is all about gear and technique. Both go hand in hand and, as you might know, you can't substitute one... (more...)
Scotch
Scapa 14
The Redheaded stepchild of Orkney Distilleries, Scapa has had some ups and downs since being founded in 1885. From 1994 to 2005 the distillery was closed entirely. The industry giant, Pernod-Ricard, then acquired and reopened it. The initial release was this 14 year, which replaced the traditional Scapa 12. This year Scapa has replaced their 14... (more...)
Scotch Glassware Pt.2
After trying 3 scotches from a flask and a shot glass, there were 3 glasses that were most familiar to me for scotch drinking: the Tumbler, the Wine Glass and the Glencairn Glass. I feel that all 3 of these are acceptable scotch glasses. The tumbler probably carries the least pretense; you’re not very... (more...)
Scotch Glassware
Can different glasses effect the taste of scotch? I recently used myself as a lab rat and tried 3 scotch whiskies from 5 different vessels: The wedding flask, shot glass, tumbler, wine glass and a recent gift, the Glencairn glass. Often the nature of our drinking determines the glass we choose, or that someone else chooses for... (more...)
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old
Founded in 1898 by John Dewar & sons, one can’t accuse the Aberfeldy distillery of being the luckiest whisky producer around. During the First World War the distillery was forced to shut down production for 2 years, and after re-opening in 1919 they were once again forced to put production on hold during World... (more...)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
With an annual production of nearly 6 million liters, The Glenlivet is a scotch whisky powerhouse, occupying shelf space in nearly every liquor store worldwide. The distillery has a storied history, starting with its founding in 1824, through it's acquisition by Glen Grant in 1953 and Seagrams in 1977 to its current resting... (more...)
Robert Burns events around Vancouver
better way to celebrate the anniversary of his birth than with a dram? Sure, I suppose you could sing Auld Lang Syne -- one of Robbie's many poems/songs - while you're drinking. But most importantly, don't miss out on all the great tastings happening in your area. Firstly, check out your local liquor... (more...)
