Steve Rush
@thewhiskywire.bsky.social
🥃A leading spirits writer specialising in whisky and rum – communicator, consultant, PR and social media drambassador. Dramlaxing since 2010.🥃
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Thrilled and very grateful to have the chance to pour and explore the latest release from the Ayrshire-based Lochlea Distillery ahead of its launch on December 4th…
November 30, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Thrilled and very grateful to have the chance to pour and explore the latest release from the Ayrshire-based Lochlea Distillery ahead of its launch on December 4th…
Whisky Events: The Borders Distillery Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 10th from 19:00 GMT via #TheBordersDistillery #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Whisky Events: The Borders Distillery Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 10th from 19:00 GMT via #TheBordersDistillery #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky this Wednesday from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 29, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky this Wednesday from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
Whisky Events: The Borders Distillery Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 10th from 19:00 GMT via #TheBordersDistillery #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Whisky Events: The Borders Distillery Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 10th from 19:00 GMT via #TheBordersDistillery #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
It’s been awhile since I’ve poured and explored anything from the Ayrshire based Lochlea distillery, so I’m getting reacquainted with this glorious gaggle of single malts…
#Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
#Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
November 25, 2025 at 5:06 PM
It’s been awhile since I’ve poured and explored anything from the Ayrshire based Lochlea distillery, so I’m getting reacquainted with this glorious gaggle of single malts…
#Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
#Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 24, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
I have to say, I’ve absolutely loved every release so far from the Islay-based Ardnahoe Distillery, but this latest 5 Year Old Cask Strength expression (60.9% ABV) is on another level…
#Ardnahoe #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
#Ardnahoe #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
November 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
I have to say, I’ve absolutely loved every release so far from the Islay-based Ardnahoe Distillery, but this latest 5 Year Old Cask Strength expression (60.9% ABV) is on another level…
#Ardnahoe #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
#Ardnahoe #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
November 17, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Whisky Events: Spey Whisky Tasting. Follow every pour and sip of the dramfotainment on X and Bluesky on December 3rd from 19:00 GMT via #SpeyWhisky #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Scotch #Whisky
Very much looking forward to pouring and exploring this dramspankingly new release from the mighty Spey Whisky; Gold Mist 12 Year Old Cask Strength. A Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, finished in Brume Doree French Virgin oak casks. More on this coming soon! #Speyside #Scotch #Whisky
November 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Very much enjoying the latest release from the much underrated (imho) Auchentoshan Distillery; their new 12 Year Old Double Cask (40% ABV). Matured in a combination of ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, it replaces their previous 12 Year Old expression… #Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
November 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Very much enjoying the latest release from the much underrated (imho) Auchentoshan Distillery; their new 12 Year Old Double Cask (40% ABV). Matured in a combination of ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks, it replaces their previous 12 Year Old expression… #Dramlaxing #Scotch #Whisky
We're delighted to announce a The Borders Distillery Tasting on X and Bluesky - where we'll be pouring and exploring their third experimental release. Register now to be part of the dramfotainment: thewhiskywire.com/2025/11/10/t... #TheBordersDistillery #Scotch #Whisky
November 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We're delighted to announce a The Borders Distillery Tasting on X and Bluesky - where we'll be pouring and exploring their third experimental release. Register now to be part of the dramfotainment: thewhiskywire.com/2025/11/10/t... #TheBordersDistillery #Scotch #Whisky
Elevated elegance in abundance this Sunday with this stunning Speyside sensory story. Tamdhu 21 Year Old (47.5% ABV) matured in a combination of Bourbon and European Oloroso Sherry casks. Christmas is most definitely on the horizon, with notes of…
November 9, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Elevated elegance in abundance this Sunday with this stunning Speyside sensory story. Tamdhu 21 Year Old (47.5% ABV) matured in a combination of Bourbon and European Oloroso Sherry casks. Christmas is most definitely on the horizon, with notes of…
November 6, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Jamaica - its people, its music, its food, its far-reaching influence, and its strength and spirit, both literal and physical - tonight I raise a glass of this rumarkable sipper and say thank you for your contributions to the world… #Jamaica
October 31, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Jamaica - its people, its music, its food, its far-reaching influence, and its strength and spirit, both literal and physical - tonight I raise a glass of this rumarkable sipper and say thank you for your contributions to the world… #Jamaica
We're thrilled to announce a SPEY Whisky Tasting on December 3rd. Register now to take part in what promises to be an epic evening of dramfotainment and the perfect way to start getting into the festive spirit: thewhiskywire.com/2025/10/29/s... #SpeyWhisky #Scotch #Whisky
October 29, 2025 at 12:45 PM
We're thrilled to announce a SPEY Whisky Tasting on December 3rd. Register now to take part in what promises to be an epic evening of dramfotainment and the perfect way to start getting into the festive spirit: thewhiskywire.com/2025/10/29/s... #SpeyWhisky #Scotch #Whisky
Finally getting around to pouring and exploring Diageo’s 2025 Special Releases. Horizons Unbound – a lineup of eight single malts, each reinterpreted through unconventional cask finishes and or processes…
#Diageo #SpecialReleases2025 #Scotch #Whisky
#Diageo #SpecialReleases2025 #Scotch #Whisky
October 25, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Finally getting around to pouring and exploring Diageo’s 2025 Special Releases. Horizons Unbound – a lineup of eight single malts, each reinterpreted through unconventional cask finishes and or processes…
#Diageo #SpecialReleases2025 #Scotch #Whisky
#Diageo #SpecialReleases2025 #Scotch #Whisky
Our next #TheWhiskyWireTastings (formerly Tweet Tastings) announcement is imminent! Keep your eyes peeled next week for details!
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#BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Whisky #Whiskey
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October 24, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Our next #TheWhiskyWireTastings (formerly Tweet Tastings) announcement is imminent! Keep your eyes peeled next week for details!
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#BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Whisky #Whiskey
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#BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Whisky #Whiskey
Time to pour and explore some new deliciousness from Bushmills – their new entry-level 12 Year Old single malt whiskey. Initially matured in a combination of Oloroso Sherry butts and Bourbon barrels, it was then finished in Marsala wine barriques…
October 22, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Time to pour and explore some new deliciousness from Bushmills – their new entry-level 12 Year Old single malt whiskey. Initially matured in a combination of Oloroso Sherry butts and Bourbon barrels, it was then finished in Marsala wine barriques…
A couple of sipping stunners for a Sunday from Annandale Distillery. Man O’Words 10 Year Old and their peated Man O’Sword 10 Year Old. Both matured in ex-Bourbon casks and bottled at cask strength. Full thoughts on these coming soon! #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
October 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A couple of sipping stunners for a Sunday from Annandale Distillery. Man O’Words 10 Year Old and their peated Man O’Sword 10 Year Old. Both matured in ex-Bourbon casks and bottled at cask strength. Full thoughts on these coming soon! #Scotch #Whisky #Dramlaxing
Very bonney Scotch bonnets.
October 18, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Very bonney Scotch bonnets.
First mentioned back in 2012, it’s still a genuine thrill to be featured once again in the Whisky in Social Media section of the 2026 Malt Whisky Yearbook - and also to be named as one of editor Ingvar Ronde’s personal favourites. It really is the essential annual whisky read! #Whisky #Whiskey
October 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Just two weeks to go until we announce the details of our latest #TheWhiskyWireTasting Keep em' peeled! #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Whisky #Whiskey
October 15, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Just two weeks to go until we announce the details of our latest #TheWhiskyWireTasting Keep em' peeled! #BePartOfTheDramfotainment #Whisky #Whiskey
This arrived just before my recent trip to Mexico and now that I’m back home I’m thrilled to finally get round to pouring and exploring it. The new Batch Strength variant of Torabhaig’s rather excellent Sound of Sleat…
October 14, 2025 at 5:40 PM
This arrived just before my recent trip to Mexico and now that I’m back home I’m thrilled to finally get round to pouring and exploring it. The new Batch Strength variant of Torabhaig’s rather excellent Sound of Sleat…
Just another manic Monday. #BusyDoingSodAll #Mexico
October 6, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Just another manic Monday. #BusyDoingSodAll #Mexico