In our “Myths & Facts” series, we break down common whisky claims, test them against real-world practice, and separate marketing talk from useful guidance. Each episode focuses on one specific myth and shows what actually matters for buying decisions, tasting, and everyday enjoyment.
Is cask strength automatically better than standard ABV? This episode separates proof-heavy marketing from tasting reality and shows when higher strength helps, when it gets in the way, and how to compare fairly. · 8 min
Whisky with ice? That's like Champagne with Coke! This is how whisky purists react when someone adds ice to a single malt. But sometimes whisky actually tastes better on the rocks - here is the truth. · 6 min
Age matters, but it is not a quality stamp. Here is what really counts. · 7 min