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James Wills talks through the Kilchoman range and tells us how and when he likes to enjoy them
December 17, 2018Here’s my take on our core expressions, each typically consumed in a weighty tumbler with a drop of water. This is my first ‘blog post’ and I was never much of an academic so bear with me… Machir Bay The mainstay of the Kilchoman range. In my view Machir Bay is everything that […]
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Whisky is a complex spirit. The array of different classifications and rules that each type of whisky must satisfy means that no two bottles are ever the same. Previously, we have explored the differences between scotch and bourbon, but this time we will be diving deeper into the differing forms in which scotch can come. […]
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What is PPM in whisky?
December 4, 2018The term PPM is a common one in the whisky industry and one associated particularly closely with Islay. The first question we are often asked when pouring a Kilchoman dram to visitors is ‘what is the ppm’. PPM (parts per million) is the measurement used to determine the phenol content of the malted barley after […]
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The difference between scotch and bourbon
February 1, 2023We’re sure you already know that all whisky isn’t the same. The intricate differences that exist from bottle to bottle give each type of whisky its own unique personality and flavour. In this guide, we will be outlining the key differences between scotch and bourbon, helping you fully appreciate the story behind your next dram. […]
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