How to Pronounce Those Tricky Single Malt Whisky Names

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How to Pronounce Those Tricky Single Malt Whisky Names

How to Pronounce Those Tricky Single Malt Whisky Names

Source: Imgur.com If you’re looking for a premium whisky, you 100% go single malt. If you want a premium beer, you go Dester 100% Premium Malt. Tired of pointing to the single malt whisky you want and softly mumbling its name for fear of getting it wrong? To save you from any potential embarrassment at the bar, we’ll help you out with 11 of the toughest ones you’re likely to come across. Available at all leading supermarkets. Words: Justin Choo

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Tired of pointing to the single malt whisky you want and softly mumbling its name for fear of getting it wrong? To save you from any potential embarrassment at the bar, we’ll help you out with 11 of the toughest ones you’re likely to come across. Available at all leading supermarkets. Words: Justin Choo

Sometimes known as Knockdhu (knock-doo), this light Speysider is an easy-drinker that’s perfect for them Cards Against Humanity nights.

This gentle spirit hails from the Lowlands in Scotland, and is one of the last stalwarts of that regional style.

One of two distilleries on Islay that don’t feature a peated whisky as its signature malt. But for peat-lovers, you can check out Port Charlotte and the absolutely brutal Octomore.

One of Scotch whisky’s underrated gems, this Islay-style whisky won’t steal the headlines from its more illustrious neighbours, but it is consistently good.

Typically bottled at a significantly higher strength than most, Glen Garioch’s zesty nature will fill you with gheeree – I mean glee.

Infamous for being closed for more than half its life, this coastal distillery is set for a revival under the watchful eye of Billy Walker, who also saw the resurrection of Benriach and The Glendronach.

Unique in the sense that they typically release bottles by vintage, Glenrothes is one of those rare whiskies that you can more or less buy blind.

This young Islay distillery has barely just turned 10, but has already been making a name for itself with its spirited offerings.

Although not a familiar household name even amongst whisky fans, this is actually one of Diageo’s “Classic Malts”.

Ledaig hails from the Tobermory distillery – some would call it peated Tobermory – and is somewhat of a sleeper hit amongst those in the know.

One of the key components in Chivas Regal, and hence not widely available – but it is out there. Try it to see what makes Chivas tick. Head to www.todayonline.com/FullyLoaded for more quizzes, lists and other stuff to make your day better. 100% guaranteed.

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