This month The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is turning its attention to our side of the pond, the United States, as we celebrate not only our nation’s independence but one of our largest contributors to the Scotch whisky industry: oak. American white oak (scientific name: quercus alba) represents more than...

As a life-long lover of malt whisky, I find myself in an unexpected situation. You see while my appreciation for malt has not diminished, there is another style that has recently won my attention and in turn, my heart. It’s a style that I’ve largely ignored over the years but...

At The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, we are on a passionate pursuit of the world’s most remarkable spirits. While the majority of our focus is geared toward our first love, Scotch whisky, this pursuit of flavour has occasionally led us to new and unexpected discoveries within the broader world of...