River Spey

Life, is too short to drink the same whiskies over and over again.

River Spey in Speyside, behind the Highlander inn whisky bar

River Spey, Craigellachie

The gentle gurgle of the River Spey mingles with the clink of glasses as we raise a dram at the legendary Highlander Inn in Craigellachie, Scotland. This summer, we at Drinks Reimagined have spent two weeks immersing ourselves in the heart of Scotch whisky country, visiting over 20 distilleries, both large and small, traditional and modern. 

We were in Campbeltown, Islay, the Highlands, Speyside, the Lowlands. We visited distilleries that operated with six sigma blackbelt precision pumping out millions of LPA (Liters of Pure Alcohol), we visited distilleries where processes and records are still kept in hand-written logbooks and chalkboards, we visited distilleries that were well, tiny.

Highlander Inn whisky bar located in Craigellachie Spyside Scotland

The Highlander Inn, Craigellachie

Today, amidst the magic of Speyside, our mission comes into focus.

Life is simply too short to settle for the ordinary, both in whisky and in life itself. Just as a canvas yearns for vibrant strokes, our palates crave new and exciting flavors. As whisky aficionados, we all know the inevitable journey: we begin with readily available blends, then fall under the spell of a single malt, and soon find ourselves captivated by the intrigue of single casks. Each cask, a unique expression of time, elements, and the whisky maker's artistry, offers a new adventure for the senses.

At Drinks Reimagined, we are driven by the joy of discovery. We partner with passionate independent bottlers and distillers who share our commitment to exceptional quality and innovation. These small, independent players are the unsung heroes of the whisky world, meticulously selecting and bottling single casks that showcase the true depth and diversity of Scotch.

Going forward, Drinks Reimagined look forward to bringing to our community hidden gems from all corners of Scotland. The goal is simple: bring joy to all who loves whiskies by partnering with makers and bottlers who love what they do.

Support us on this exciting adventure. Share your thoughts, follow our journey, and let's raise a glass together to the extraordinary world of Scotch whisky.

Slàinte!

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