People Glen grant whisky

Expressionism – Dennis Malcolm from Glen Grant »

Master distiller Dennis Malcolm’s life has been inextricably linked to Glen Grant – literally from the day he was born. Fiona McDonald tells his story. “I’m so delighted the Campari…

Apr 24 2012 / No Comment / Read More »
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Chief Inefficiency Officer – Maker’s Mark »

Born into a distilling dynasty, Rob Samuels is the eighth generation to work in the family firm of Maker’s Mark. By Donald Paul Rob Samuels is trail-runner thin, with prominent…

Mar 29 2012 / No Comment / Read More »
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Munro Bagger – Karen Fullerton »

Sensorial appreciation is key to Glenmorangie global ambassador Karen Fullerton’s job – and she admits her senses are overwhelmed by the beauty of Scotland when viewed from the crest of…

Dec 23 2011 / No Comment / Read More »
Tastings

Earth Hour at Bascule for a blind tasting… »

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What a great idea. Well done Bascule! You’ve been quite active these last weeks. It is great to live in…

Mar 30 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

American whiskies tasting with our WhiskyMag panel »

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We had no Chevy to drive to the levee, as Don Maclean sang about in his classic Miss American Pie,…

Mar 26 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Panel tasting with individual American whiskies »

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Jim Beam White Label ABV 43% Light, delicate nose with hints of rose petal, sweetcorn and gentle vanilla backing. Subtle…

Mar 26 2012 / No Comment / Read More »

Festive treats – panel tasting »

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Just in time for Christmas comes Johnnie Walker’s ‘Big Daddy’ – Double Black and its very sexy spout. More than…

Dec 12 2011 / No Comment / Read More »

Whisky Tasting – Pick & Mix »

Dave Hughes whisky tasting

As always happens at Whisky magazine’s tastings, there was a lot of discussion about the bottles lined up in front…

Oct 3 2011 / No Comment / Read More »

Pick & Mix – the individual whiskies »

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An eclectic selection with the world’s best-selling single malt up against South Africa’s first 10 year old single malt, two…

Oct 3 2011 / No Comment / Read More »


Recipes

Leek and potato soup with a stock of porcini mushrooms and teriyaki smoked snoek »

snoek soup whisky

This soup might sound unlikely but it’s on my menu and it commands certain expletives so enthusiastic that we can’t actually publish them! It’s well worth a try at home. Serves 4 to 6 as a starter. Ingredients 2 leeks, chopped 1 onion, chopped 100g…

Sep 12 2011 / No Comment / Read More »

Crispy oysters with whisky cream pancetta and parsnip puree »

oysters and whisky

Oysters are one of the most nutritionally well balanced of foods, containing protein, carbohydrates and lipids. The National Heart and Lung Institute suggest oysters as an ideal food for inclusion in low-cholesterol diets. They are an excellent source of vitamins A, B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin),…

Sep 12 2011 / No Comment / Read More »

Smoked rainbow trout with chive scrambled eggs, flat toasted croissant and bacon hollandaise »

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Serves 2 anytime you’re feeling decadent I think this dish has a feminine element and is most definitely one you can cook for your partner and serve in bed as a treat. Try it and see what I mean – but do be careful when…

Aug 16 2011 / No Comment / Read More »
Video

Bushmills Challenge – Find the Craic »

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What a great day out with Bushmills on the 8th of December 2011. The two SA legends that won the Bushmills Challenge in Ireland brought…

Dec 14 2011 / 3 Comments / Read More »

125yrs of James Sedgwick and 20yrs of Andy Watts – our video review and distillery tour »

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Under blue African skies in what can be a very warm Wellington, the James Sedgwick distillery is a bit of an oasis. Dams and a…

Oct 13 2011 / 1 Comment / Read More »
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Launch of the World Master Class

THE WORLD of whisky education is taking a huge step forward with the international launch of The World Masterclass, a comprehensive on-line/DVD course created by one of the world’s leading hospitality training firms, Lobster Ink, and…

Dec 23 2011 / Read More »
Recipes snoek soup whisky

Leek and potato soup with a stock of porcini mushrooms and teriyaki smoked snoek

This soup might sound unlikely but it’s on my menu and it commands certain expletives so enthusiastic that we can’t actually publish them! It’s well worth a try at home. Serves 4 to 6 as a…

Sep 12 2011 / Read More »
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Direct from the gates of Valhalla, Highland Park brings you the mighty Thor

Mighty Thor remains one of the most renowned of all the Norse gods. A powerful and brooding figure, it is said that using his hammer, Thor could carve valleys out of mountains and that his enemies…

Feb 2 2012 / Read More »
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Shoes!

Say the words Louboutin, Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik and any woman the world over will know exactly what you’re talking about* — and probably swoon. But Bruno Magli, John Lobb and Edward Green hardly evoke…

Mar 29 2012 / Read More »
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Earth Hour at Bascule for a blind tasting…

What a great idea. Well done Bascule! You’ve been quite active these last weeks. It is great to live in CPT and attend these events. We do hope the JHB whisky lovers have some places as…

Mar 30 2012 / Read More »
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Bushmills Challenge – Find the Craic

What a great day out with Bushmills on the 8th of December 2011. The two SA legends that won the Bushmills Challenge in Ireland brought some of the fun home for us. Colum Egan, Master Distiller…

Dec 14 2011 / Read More »
People Glen grant whisky

Expressionism – Dennis Malcolm from Glen Grant

Master distiller Dennis Malcolm’s life has been inextricably linked to Glen Grant – literally from the day he was born. Fiona McDonald tells his story. “I’m so delighted the Campari group spent 153 million Euro buying…

Apr 24 2012 / Read More »
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Manhattan in Manhattan – David Bullard

I’m told the best way to fly to New York is via either Shannon or Dublin airports in Ireland as US immigration procedures are all completed before your flight leaves and you thus avoid the horrendous…

Feb 1 2012 / Read More »
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