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Whisky Route 4: The Lowlands, a Reviving Whisky Region If there is a region that has seen its whisky landscape transformed in the last two decades, it surely is the Lowlands. Historically a hotspot of whisky merchants, the area produced a spirit which was considered poor in quality, a reputation caused by distillers who would…

Hey everyone! Father’s Day is almost upon us (on June 19 this year, do not forget!) and we know you will all be looking for some original ways to celebrate the fathers in your life. So, we thought of a few great gift ideas for the whisky-loving dads around the world. A great whisky bottle…

An insider’s guide to our whisky experience at home with an exclusive tasting set Welcome on board! At Once Upon A Whisky, we are passionate about sharing the stories behind the water of life, especially those that fascinated us the most. This is why we have just launched our brand new, exclusive tasting pack. Come…

8 of the Best Whisky Festivals in Scotland After two years of attending our favourite whisky events being confined in our bedrooms and living rooms, connecting from behind our device’s screens, festival organisers in Scotland can finally welcome whisky lovers from around the world once again. Virtual tastings and online events kept us company…

Whisky Route 3: Whisky hopping across the Highlands When someone mentions Scotland in a conversation, the image that will most likely materialise in the minds of the surrounding talkers is that of vast wild, almost prehistoric landscapes, covered in heather and rocks: that postcard image which is the Highlands. As far as whisky is concerned,…

Our Top 5 Whisky Books to celebrate World Book Day 2022 It is a core belief for us that one of the best things about whisky (well, taste and aroma aside) is learning about it – how it’s made and the stories behind it. With World Book Day happening a few days ago, we had…

A look at the wonders of Irish whiskey to celebrate St Patrick’s Day We are quickly approaching that time of the year which gives thousands of people around the world the chance and excuse to dress up with their best green outfits and celebrate Irish culture: Saint Patrick’s Day is not far!  Falling on March…

Whisky Posters: The Movie Collection In Once Upon a Whisky, we truly believe that whisky appreciation goes beyond the liquid itself. Part of our goal as whisky enthusiasts and educators is to share our passion for whisky from different perspectives. Please, allow me to introduce you to our most recent development. A set of 5…

How to Become a Scotch Whisky Expert [2021]? First of all, let me clarify that this article aims to encourage you to continue expanding your knowledge in the world of whisky regardless of your level of appreciation. It is also important to say that to become an expert in any field, requires time, dedication and…

Women in Whisky on International Women’s Day In a world where gender inequalities are still present across countless aspects of our lives, it’s important to challenge and address these issues every day of the year and in every way we can. However, today’s date, March 8th, has a special significance in history and allows…

Whisky Route 2: The Malt Whisky Trail – Speyside [World’s Whisky Capital] Stretching out from the shores of the Moray Firth to the mountains of the Cairngorms National Park, the malt whisky trail in Speyside is an almost compulsory destination for the whisky lover. Being the most densely distillery-populated region of Scotland (more than fifty…

Whisky Route 1: A Whisky Tour Across Scotland’s North Coast 500 [NC500] All around the world, a movement of whisky enthusiasts and whisky tours is snowballing, with more and more people embarking on a pilgrimage to the homeland of Scotch. A trip through Scotland is also a concoction of jaw-dropping landscapes, so beautiful and almost…