In recent years, more and more fans of whisky have been turning from the bottle to the barrel. We take a look at what how cask strength whisky differs from it’s bottled alternative, and why so many are enjoying it now.
A recent research study from the National Graphene Institute has allowed for scientists to produce a whisky that is completely clear. Graphene is a million times thinner than a human hair, is flexible and is also stronger than steel, making it an incredibly versatile matter. Graphene is a material that was previously considered to be completely impermeable to every solvent, other than water. Yet a research team, led by Professor Rahul Nair, has discovered a way of adapting the membrane to allow other substances to pass through; without lessening its ability to sieve out particles.
With Christmas and New Years on the way, you may be starting to put plans in place to meet up with friends and family during the festive period. Often we fall into routines of meeting up; getting together at someone’s house for nibbles or visiting the same pub or restaurant year on year. Why not switch it up this year by inviting your friends over for a dinner party. But how do you go about planning and organising such an event?
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How to Avoid Fake Whisky
30 November 2017 by Ellie
A man walks into a bar… but this is no joke. Earlier this year, Chinese writer, Zhang Wei, approached a bar at the Hotel Waldhaus Am See in St Moritz. He ordered the world’s most expensive whisky; coming in at £7,700 for a single shot. The dram came from a previously unopened bottle of ‘Macallan 1878’, that had been bought around 25 years prior, by the father of the hotelier.
As the winter chill starts to settle in and the nights turn in early, it’s about this time of year that we settle down and watch a good film or TV series. We all have our favourite movies like we have our choice of single malts and Cuban cigars. But do you know which media productions feature Scotch whisky?
Does Whisky Taste Better with Water? Science May Have an Answer
25 October 2017 by Ellie
We all have an opinion on what constitutes the finest way to take your whisky; be it straight, on the rocks or with a splash of something sparkling. While whisky enthusiasts have long debated how the beverage is best enjoyed, science may finally provide us with an answer. New research into diluting the drink suggests that mixing your whisky with water may be the way to go.
Whether you’re a cat person or not, if you are relaxing this evening with a nice dram of Scotch – perhaps with a couple of the finest Davidoff cigars – you’ll have to pay homage and toast to our feline friends. For centuries, cats have kept the whisky production flowing by protecting those precious grains from pesky rodents and birds; working with humans in a mutually-beneficial harmony, trading rodent-catching for a warm bed, food and a good rub on the head.
We all know that every season is whisky season. However, we have to admit, now the darker evenings are drawing in and there is a nip in the Great British air, now is the perfect time to start warming up with a selection of fantastic and intriguing whiskies. Below is a comprehensive list of whisky that inspires us here at Havana House, and we hope you too can have the pleasure of enjoying these Scotch fineries. (more…)
Whiskey Styles 101: Learning to Understand the Different Varieties
9 September 2017 by Ellie
As autumn rolls in once again, let’s all celebrate by warming up with one of the finest methods available. For the whiskey connoisseur, this article may be useful to test your knowledge and learn some trivia, and for the gentleman just about to embark on his first journey into the world of whiskey, this article will give you an insight into which style to try first. (more…)
Delicious Christmas tipples at Havana House
6 December 2016 by Ellie
Mince pies, turkey, cosy evenings in front of the log fire with a fine cigar, carol singing and spending time with family and friends are just a few of the things we love at Christmas, with the festive period also being the time to indulge in a few other luxuries such as enjoying your favourite tipple! (more…)
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