It’s almost time to quit drinking for January, but not before tasting a new edition of Johnny Walker Black Label.
NEITHER MORE NOR LESS
THE SCOTCH BUCKET IS ALMOST EMPTY
Enjoying some really excellent Scotch whiskies.
BLENDS LORD IT OVER SINGLE MALTS
One of the benefits of international travel is duty free and visiting the whisky shops at most airports in Britain.
A WHISKY NIGHT
More than 50 single malts have rolled across my palate since Gentleman’s Portion launched in December 2012, but I’m still discovering new and tempting treats.
WHISKY TOYS
Whisky related drinking vessels have shown up on my bar and I’m trying to decide which ones make the whisky taste better.
OLD FRIENDS REVISITED
Looking at the display of Scotch whiskies in a bar in Sheffield on a recent visit to England, I realize there’s a fine selection of single malts I’ve much enjoyed in the […]
HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
Sailing all day, every day, is a chore, but someone has to do it. And what a thirst the heat creates!
I WENT TO A MARVELLOUS PARTY*
On stage at the Jane Mallett Theatre, actors playing a series of Scottish characters introduce us to five rare single malts. We stand and sit around on upended whisky barrels as their […]
WHISKY YEARNINGS
Just when the Scotch Bucket is almost down to the bottom, salvation arrives in a surprise package.
THREE WHISKIES WALK INTO A BAR
WARNING: The over consumption of whisky may cause you to think you’re funny. (Proposed Health Canada warning label.)
Gentlemans Portion 