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When a cocktail appears in films that have marked an era, it means its transformation into an icon is complete, and the Manhattan is no exception. Who does not remember the train scene from Some Like It...

Extraordinary historical heritage, endless beaches, beautiful landscapes-Greece is all this, but also much more. Today Spirit Academy is taking you on a journey to discover three different 100% Hellenic...

The dry martini, a true liquid style icon for experienced drinkers, has become a worldwide dogma for the concept of a "dry" drink, created from very few ingredients and where the balance between gin and...

Duppies are ghosts or spirits present in many Caribbean legends. Originating in Jamaica, they are known for their great passion for rum. According to tradition, they would be the ones to roam the...

Easter time, time for family lunches, snacks on the lawns and convivial get-togethers! And do you already know how you're going to celebrate? We have selected for you a series of products to accompany...

Genepy - or Genepì - is a traditional liqueur originating in the Western Alps, which is obtained by macerating the Artemisia Genipi plant in alcohol. The history of this liqueur is ancient, and its...

Whether your dad is an experienced connoisseur or a curious neophyte, the Johnnie Walker range offers options for all tastes and budgets, from the most popular to the pinnacle of excellence, with the Blue...

Despite being one of the youngest distilleries in the Caribbean, Foursquare has already come a long way. The Seale family, so important to the history of rum in Barbados over the last hundred years, began...

From a strictly technical point of view, grappa is defined as the distillate obtained from the fermentation of Italian pomace. Grappa, however, represents many other things, all linked to a specific...

Fresh, citrusy and thirst-quenching: the Gin Fizz is a cocktail that never goes out of fashion. Perfect for the aperitif, ideal for surprising with simplicity. Behind its effervescence lies a subtle...

Founded in 1826 by a consortium of farmers led by John Allardice, GlendDonach is a historic distillery in the Eastern Highlands of Scotland, in a valley near Forgue, and is now one of the best known...

The long and exciting history of the Glenfiddich distillery coincides with that of the Scotch Whisky. The Grant family, now in its fifth generation, founded it as early as 1887 in Dufftown, a small town...

Glenmorangie is a perfect example of a distillery with an important history, with the first stills lit in 1843, but which in the last 30 years has pushed hard for innovation. The starting point is a solid...

Glenrothes is a historic distillery in Scottish Speyside, founded in the town of Rothes back in 1878. The distillery is part of the same family as Macallan and Highland Park, two prestigious companies...

Scopri le nostre guide, per saperne di più sui distillati e sui nostri protocolli: Rum, Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Mezcal, Calvados. Che lo si chiami rhum (per il rum francese), rum (inglese) o ron (spagnolo),...

Vermouth belongs to the category of fortified aromatised wines, precisely because of its main ingredients, wine and herbs. With its fascinating history and different types, and with an alcohol content of...

For a long time, the varied world of rum did not have a classification clearly indicating the main characteristics of a particular bottling. We have often relied on the history of the country of origin...

The last frontier of rum can be found in Haiti with Clairin. Made from artisanal distillations, this distillate is considered the only natural rum in the world-not coincidentally, Clairin actually means...

Straight from Master Distiller Lesley Gracie's Cabinet of Curiosities comes NEPTUNIA, Hendrick's latest limited edition. A true sensory journey inspired by the sea, NEPTUNIA uses a secret blend of...

In order to capture the authentic aroma of wild juniper, Hepple was faced with an unprecedented challenge: to completely rethink the way gin is produced. For this reason, he created a completely...

Highland Park is a distillery full of magic, both because of its history and its unique location. Its foundation takes us back to the origins of whisky in Scotland, with stills being lit as early as 1798....

Italian bitters are one of the many excellences of the Bel Paese, which can boast a centuries-old tradition in their production. This type of digestive drink with its bittersweet, complex and enveloping...

There can usually be many replicable drinks at home, but they are always technically quite simple, so they need fewer tools. The good news is that you can find everyday objects in the kitchen that can be...

The topic of sustainability has finally been in the limelight for a few years now, and given its urgency and topicality, it has also involved the spirits world. To date, there are many spirits companies...

The world of independent bottlers is full of adventurous stories, exciting treasure hunts among distilleries and precious barrels. It is they, in fact, who actively select the most promising casks from...

It is the king of hot drinks, and it is perfect for cold winter afternoons: we are talking about Irish Coffee, the world's most famous spiked coffee. Did you know that it was invented in an airport? Let's...

Who was born first, Scotch whiskey or Irish whiskey? We will probably never know the answer, and in the end it is not even of fundamental importance.
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Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, in Scotland, and is known as the 'Queen of the Hebrides' (Banrìgh nan Eilean). It has a total area of 600 km², with just over 3 000 inhabitants, and...

Isle of Harris Gin is not just a great gin, it is also the fulfillment of a dream: to bring distillation to Harris, the largest island in the Scottish Outer Hebrides, and to support local communities in a...

Jamaica holds a special place in the history of rum, much like Islay's role for whiskey. This mythical island, full of beautiful landscapes and vibrant colors, expresses unique techniques and know-how in...

Founded in Ireland in 1779, Kinahan’s is a true 'pioneer of Irish whiskey'. Kinahan's revolution was to focus on cask ageing at a time when the spirit was consumed white, under the name poitìn. Loved by...