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From Denmark to India, farther-flung distilleries are producing bold and exciting spirits that are increasingly easy to find here

Norway, India, Australia. Perhaps it’s a sort of sacrilege to talk about other countries that make whisky so close to the festival of haggis, poetry and Scotch that is Burns Night. But, while whisky from Scotland is still a cherished favourite, drinkers are increasingly looking beyond it, towards more unexpected whisky regions. And I’m not talking about Japan, now considered an established producer standing alongside the US and Ireland in the pantheon.

With the Christmas season fast approaching, this week’s Drinks Masterclass showcases some festive cocktail recipes to help pubs stand out from the crowd.

Discover Nordic whiskies: Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Norway are producing distinctive whisky with local character that’s well worth exploring.

The Hudson Valley region of New York has become a hotbed for craft distilling, particularly with regards to whiskey.