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Selecting the Best Wedding Whisky

Wedding Whisky

When selecting a Wedding Whisky, it is important to consider the preferences of those who will be attending the wedding. Not everyone is a whisky aficionado, and some people may not even like it neat. That said, weddings are the perfect occasion to indulge one’s personal taste, and the best wedding whisky may just be a custom-mixed whisky cocktail that will be more appealing to those who do not enjoy the spirit neat.

We’ve listed some options of the best whisky for weddings.

Whyte & Mackay 12-year-old Whisky

Whyte & Mackay is a Scottish company that produces alcoholic beverages. This distillery was founded in 1844 and is based in Glasgow. It is currently owned by an Indian conglomerate. Its whisky was famous a few decades ago when it was featured in the classic gangster movie, Public Enemy. The company is easily recognizable by its double lion iconography, which is present on its labels. The company’s self-branded whisky accounts for about 3 percent of the UK’s whisky market.

This blend is 12 years old and comes in a beautiful decanter. The Whyte & Mackay 12-year blend was released in honor of the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer on Wednesday, 29th July 1981. The distillery has made a limited edition of the 750ml bottle to celebrate this momentous occasion. The price is 99 pence starting with no reserve and includes one cask of the blend.

The 12 year old is a classic Highland single malt. It has a fruity, sherried aroma and a smooth, viscous mouthfeel. It was created by Master Distiller Richard Paterson, who has been at the distillery for nearly fifty years.

Glenfiddich 15-year-old Whisky

The Glenfiddich 15-year vintage is a single malt Scotch whiskey that is matured in oak casks. This single malt whisky has a rich and complex taste with flavors of warm spice and dark fruit. It is best served neat, but can also be enjoyed on the rocks. If you are drinking it as a cocktail, add a splash of club soda to enhance the flavor.

The Glenfiddich 15-year wedding whisky is a staple that is available at duty-free prices. Its rich, full-bodied flavor will please any palate. It is a Speyside single malt that has been making whiskey for 130 years. It is bottled in a huge vat that holds 37,000 litres. Since its inception, this vat has never been less than half full.

The most powerful part of this experience is the 95-proof Glenfiddich. It has nutty notes, vanilla, and some mild salt and pepper. The finish is long-lasting and leaves you feeling satisfied. This is an all-around great whisky that should be in every whiskey cabinet. It is not particularly difficult to drink, but it is very satisfying. It is a great choice for a wedding or any special occasion.

The 15-year-old Glenfiddich variant is matured in three different cask types using the Solera system, which is common in sherry maturation. The casks are constantly refreshed to maintain the quality of the whisky. The 15-year-old Glenfiddich variant is a medium-bodied whisky with layers of rich dark fruits, marzipan, cinnamon, and oak.

House of Benjamin Kuentz Whisky

In the spirit of a wedding, there’s no better gift than a bottle of House of Benjamin Kuentz Wedding Whisky. This unique blend of French whisky is a true delight. Its crispness and apricot aromas are a treat for the senses. It is both contemporary and high quality, and is produced by distilleries across France. Benjamin Kuentz collaborates with several producers to develop his own recipes, which reflect his personal taste. Then he has them bottled.

This whisky is perfect for weddings, as it matches the theme and decor of the wedding. It also highlights the beauty of marriage. The FIN DE PARTIE blend is fruity with touches of pastry. This whisky pairs perfectly with dessert. After the ceremony, guests can enjoy the FIN DE PARTIE. It’s a smooth, supple, and complex blend that will complement your special occasion.

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Why Special Whisky Gifts Can Be The Perfect Gift

Jewellery is often the go to gift of choice for wedding gifts , spouses , family members and close friends. However we have found that Special Whisky Gifts can be just as sentimental. For those Who do like Whisky of course. In Comparison to jewellery whisky can actually be of an equally high value depending on the variety of whisky , where it originated from and how long it has been around. Some special edition whiskys have fetched as much as thousands of pounds online. Special Whisky Gifts can be found at the Rare Malt Whisky companies website.

Miniature Special Whisky Gifts

As well as purchasing a bottle or smaller bottle with a whisky glass miniature Special Whisky Gifts are also gaining in popularity. One of  the advantages of purchasing a miniature set is that it slims down the whisky into a quaint gift set. This means that it is more practical too as whoever is receiving the gift won’t have to carry about a large bottle of whisky. A further advantage of this type of gift is that the recipient can try a variety of different whiskys and keep the bottles as souvenirs. In a world where tech and computers are coming to the forefront of almost every market place receiving something that has been made through an ancient process over time adds more sentimentality to the gift and thought.

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What Makes The Perfect Gift?

Leading on from Special Whisky Gifts the question that has to be asked is what makes the perfect gift? well in short there is no easy one size fits all answer as everybody we know has their own likes , dislikes and unique qualities.  Essentially whenever someone gives someone else a gift there is normally a message behind it. Depending on what we get people there is always some thought that goes  behind a gift and that is  why a lot of the time people can be so touched by gifts.  What makes the perfect gift in essence is thinking about what would make a difference to the person you are buying it for. E.g buying a new set of running shoes for a keen runner friend you have or a new ski jacket for a snowboarder. You get the idea.

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Health Benefits To Whisky

As well as making an excellent gift for someone , Whisky can carry a number of unique health benefits.  Studies have shown that those who had at least one whisky a week were less likely to have dementia. A similar study found a similar result with champagne.

  1. A Further health benefit of Whisky is that it helps to ease digestion. This means that foods can be broken down better and if you have a sore or uneasy stomach whisky can help ease the pain.
  2. Whiskys have been shown to contain antioxidants which can help the body to fight harmful bacteria and disease
  3. Stroke and heart problems have been linked to small/moderate consumption of Whisky
  4. Whisky has always been known for its medicinal properties and its traditional use as a cold remedy. Hot toddy – Hot whisky with lemon juice can help blood vessels circulate and open up sinuses in the nose allowing for easier breathing and lessening the effects of cold/flu

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