Let’s face it, there can be a LOT to learn about how to enjoy and appreciate your dram when you start out on your whisky journey. We thought we’d ask SMWS ambassadors in the UK and around the world to share their own experiences about what they wish they had known when they started exploring this fascinating world. Click below and watch the videos to find out what they told us!
Andrew Derbidge
Embrace the constant changes in the whisky world, says our SMWS cellar master in Australia.
Learning to experiment by letting whisky breathe or adding a little water can bring a new dimension to tastings, says SMWS ambassador Hannah in Austria.
Be bold and confident in your personal tasting notes, says ambassador Les – because we're all individuals with our own perceptions of aroma and flavour.
Don't be a whisky snob – bashing blends is potentially depriving you of some amazing flavour experiences, says SMWS Australia country manager and ambassador Matt.
A few drops of water – or even tasting your dram from a chilled glass – can elevate your whisky, says SMWS France ambassador Jean-Philippe (IN FRENCH).