Taking Roads Less Traveled
Amid the shock and fear of the pandemic’s onset a year ago, our world suddenly became a very complicated place, and we sought comfort in the familiar. That included our whisky choices, as we gravitated toward the old standbys—our go-to pours. Now, as we inch toward a gradual reawakening, it’s time to shake off that routine and regain a sense of adventure. So, for this issue, we set out to explore some of the whisky world’s hidden treasures—with an eye toward challenging your palate and broadening your horizons. Our journey starts on page 64 in a familiar spot, single malt scotch. Scotland has over 120 single malt distilleries that produce an array of amazing whiskies, but a great many of them are overshadowed by the star power of the biggest names.…