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Author Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy

Driven by a passion for all things drinks-related, Sean writes for The Scotsman extensively on the subject. He can also sometimes be found behind the bar at the world famous Potstill bar in Glasgow where he continues to enhance his whisky knowledge built up over 10 years advising customers from all over the world on the wonders of our national drink. Recently, his first book was published. Dubbed Gin Galore, it explores Scotland's best gins and the stories behind those that make them.

Scottish gin

15 Scottish gins we recommend you try right now

Sean Murphy
March 4, 2015
Gin, Gin Features, Gin Review
The flexibility of the recipes and relative simplicity of its production makes gin the perfect spirit for those looking to create and sell their own brand. Like an enlightened version of the gin craze era,...

In full: a list of new Scottish whisky distilleries

Sean Murphy
March 3, 2015
Whisky, Whisky Features
In alphabetical order, here is a list and brief description of each of the new distilleries being built around Scotland. Abhainn Dearg (Islands) status - Open Abhainn Dearg (pronounced Aveen Jarræk),...
Benriach Arumaticus Fumosus
79%

Whisky review: BenRiach Arumaticus Fumosus aged 12

Sean Murphy
March 3, 2015
Whisky, Whisky Review
Next, you notice the use of Latin terminology, which is not common in an industry that favours the Gaelic language. Finally, and perhaps most importantly you realise this is a peated Speyside that has been...
Edinburgh Gin is one of a number of Scottish producers to emerge. Picture: Edinburgh Gin

Interesting facts about gin that may surprise you

Sean Murphy
March 3, 2015
Gin, Gin Features
Move over whisky, it looks like there's a new player in town. Gin is quickly becoming one of the most popular drinks available not just here in Scotland but also in the rest of the UK. Perhaps one of the...
The English Whisky Co's Chapter 13 bottling
56%

Whisky review: St George’s distillery (The English Whisky Co.) Chapter 13

Sean Murphy
March 3, 2015
Drink, Whisky, Whisky Review
Bottled at a meaty 49% it’s not for the faint hearted. Distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2013, there was only a few limited runs made. You should check out this bottling not only for the whisky but also...
Balvenie single cask 15 year old Sherry
81%

Whisky review: Balvenie single cask 15 year old Sherry

Sean Murphy
March 3, 2015
Drink, Whisky, Whisky Review
These single cask expressions are always interesting, especially when Dave Stewart is invovled in the delightful task of selecting them. With roughly 650 bottles being taken from each one, there is fun to...
Stills at Auchentoshan Distillery

Distillery of the week: Auchentoshan distillery

Sean Murphy
March 2, 2015
Distilleries, Drink, Whisky, Whisky Features
Auchentoshan has remained a staple on many a gantry and is rightly considered Glasgow's local malt. Auchentoshan is unique in that currently it is the only distillery (at time of posting) doing 100 per cent...
Bowmore Distillery

Distillery of the week: Bowmore Distillery, Islay

Sean Murphy
March 2, 2015
Distilleries, Drink, Whisky, Whisky Features
A slick operator, Bowmore has achieved rapid success through it's successful capturing of the export market. One of the first major players to invest in travel retail it is a decision that  has paid the...

16 farmers markets around Scotland to try

Sean Murphy
January 29, 2015
Farming Producers, Producers, Seafood Producers
Farmers' markets have taken off in Scotland following their introduction in the mid 90's, their growing appeal enhanced by Scottish consumers becoming more discerning in their desire for the best quality...
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