Islay is a large island that makes up part of a group of islands known as the Hebrides that border mainland Scotland. To the north of Islay is another whisky-making island called Jura and together Islay and Jura are considered a must-visit location on the famed Scottish whisky trail. Islay (pronounced Eye-La) whiskies have been […]
Islay Scotch vs Other Scotch Regions
This article will no doubt serve as an introduction to some about the characteristics of Islay scotch vs traditional scotch. First, before going into some of the comparisons, we will look at some scotch whisky facts and how scotch is made across Scotland, and why it is so popular. If you ever wondered what sets […]
Caol Ila 12 Review
Caol Ila (pronounced ‘cull eela’) is a distillery name with Gaelic origins meaning the sound of Islay. The Caol Ila is a 12 twelve year old whisky from the Islay whisky region, and specifically the Caol Ila distillery. Is it an exceptional whisky? Find out in this Caol Ila 12 review. Caol Ila 12 Review […]
Kilchoman Machir Bay Review
Kilchoman is a unique distillery on Islay for a few reasons. First, they are the only Islay distillery to not be situated immediately on the coastline and their distillery is actually a bit further inland. Second, they have a vision of terroir that sets them apart from the other distilleries, believing that Islay whisk should […]
A Flaviar Review From A Non-Expert Bourbon Guy
FoodForNet.com participates in affiliate programs, meaning we earn commissions from qualifying purchases through our links. We strive to make all reviews honest (albeit opinionated!), so you can make the best buying decision. Too often when I read about spirit of the month clubs, it’s from “experts”, that know a whole lot of what they’re talking […]