Whisky is no longer just about Scotland and Ireland. Try the new and unique flavours of this golden spirit from around the globe, including Australia, Japan and the US. And raise a glass to World Whisky Day this month.
The global whisky revival

For a long time we’ve expected the wonderfully rich and complex flavours of whisky to come from Scotland, Ireland, America and Canada, but this golden spirit has become a truly international drink.
After decades spent quietly perfecting its craft, Japan has emerged as an industry powerhouse. Japanese whiskies are now among the world’s most sought after, equalling and sometimes beating their Scottish competitors in blind tastings.
Meanwhile, the global craft spirits boom has brought additional competition for whisky's old guard, both in their home markets and abroad. Premium malt whisky is now being produced everywhere from New Zealand and India to Scandinavia and Australia.
In Scotland, the home of malt whisky, an increasing number of distillers are experimenting with single grain rye whisky, the production of which was previously confined to America and Canada.
Bold and spicy rye is also having a moment in Australia, with innovators Archie Rose making a name for themselves at the World Whiskies Awards in 2020.
The influx of new distilleries making high-quality, innovative whisky has forced the industry giants to respond with their own exciting expressions. The result? Whisky drinkers now have access to an array of drams to suit all palates, moods and budgets.
And best of all, the spread of whisky into new geographies has helped cast off some of the stuffy traditions once associated with the spirit. Today's drinkers have discarded the “rules” around how whisky “should” be consumed.
There's still time for nosing and analysing whisky served neat in a Glencairn glass. But whisky on the rocks also has its merits, while highballs and more elaborate whisky cocktails offer exciting drinking experiences that are just as rewarding.
Try these whiskies from around the globe, and see the full range here.
Exciting U.S. and Canadian whiskies to try ...
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