Malt & Brew

The Whisky Journal

Guides, rituals and honest advice on glassware, decanters and the home bar — written by people who spend far too much time thinking about whisky.

Gifting

Anniversary Gifts for the Whisky Lover

Anniversaries are the one occasion where an engraved glass beats a practical one — and where the traditional gift list is actually on your side. Here's how to buy an anniversary whisky gift that marks the year, not just fills a box.

2 Sep 2026 4 min read

Whisky 101

Bourbon vs Whisky: The Differences That Matter

Bourbon and whisky get lumped together or pitted against each other constantly, but the real difference is legal, not stylistic. Here's what the rules actually require, and why it changes what's in the glass.

1 Sep 2026 6 min read

Gifting

Whisky Gifts: The Honest Guide

What actually makes a good whisky gift, what's usually just padding in a gift set, and when the honest move is an e-gift card instead.

31 Aug 2026 12 min read

Whisky 101

What Is Whisky Actually Made From? Grain to Glass

Whisky is made from just three ingredients — grain, water and yeast. Here's honestly what each one does, what a mash bill is, and why the barrel does most of the actual work.

30 Aug 2026 5 min read

Guides

How to Set Up a Home Bar

Five tools cover almost every classic cocktail, and none of them cost more than a round of drinks at a bar. Here's what to actually buy, and in what order.

29 Aug 2026 4 min read