A beginner's guide to buying whisky for Christmas

The team from the Cotswolds Distillery share their insight on how whisky is made, the various styles and the top tips for drinking a dram

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(Image credit: Cotswolds Distillery)

Although whisky (or whiskey) can be enjoyed all year round, there's nothing better than drinking a dram on a cold winter's night in front of a roaring fire. From Scotch to bourbon, there are many styles of the popular spirit, which makes it an incredibly diverse category which appeals to all ages, both male and female. 

Whisky is also a very popular gift for Christmas. If you're a non-whisky drinker and looking to buy a bottle for a loved one – but not sure where to start – then you're in luck.

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