Whiskey Blog

Despite the economic turmoil we’ve faced recently, the price of gold has refused to re-enter its bull market. Read on to find out which factors could change that soon.
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Compass Box produces some of the more unusual whiskies on the market, and John Glaser gives us the details on two new limited releases coming out later this year. In the news, the official word from Springbank on plans to temporarily stop producing new spirit because of commodities costs, Nikka’s plans to start exporting to […]

The flooding in Iowa has put even more pressure on our already squeezed agricultural supplies. Mix that with our oil crisis and we could be headed for serious trouble.
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After pulling off its high levels, the precious metals market is poised for another big run. Pinpointing the exact entry point is the only challenge left to face.
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High prices for grains and crops mixed with ever-rising energy costs are pushing our food prices to record levels. Soon, Americans may be faced with some difficult choices when it comes to their food.
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In order to slow the impact of global warming, the government is proposing a cap and trade system to control the carbon emissions in the United States.
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If you’re looking for buddy trip ideas, a distillery school might be just the thing. Fellow Malt Maniac Lawrence Graham just finished up a buddy trip to the Springbank Distillery Whisky School, and he’ll tell us what he learned. On a sadder note, the Speyside Whisky Museum may be forced to close its doors next […]

The once historic gold prices have now come back to Earth. But for how long? Now may be the perfect time to play this lull and walk away with some cheap gold.
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Inflation is certainly a big problem in our economy, but only one of the factors driving a commodity bull market. Where is this all coming from?
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A new kind of ethanol could be more affordable and efficient and finally take some pressure off our tightening food supplies.
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