For Those Who Love Their Whisky

Whisky, the water of life, the amber liquid loved by Winston Churchill, Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner.  Neat or straight up, Scottish or Japanese, the aficionados can debate the merits of each until the wee hours.  But is it Whisky or Whiskey? Depending on which side of the glass you sip, it’s whisky if your preference is Scottish, or Whiskey if your preference is Irish.

Black Rock

Opened in 2016, Black Rock has set a new benchmark for London whisky bars.  Dark and clubby with a modern aesthetic, a stunning 18 foot, 185 year old oak tree is the focal point of the interior.  Showcasing over 250 bottles of whisky, there are roaming bartenders who mix and serve your choice of cocktails to a funky hip hop thrum.

Address: 9 Christopher Street, EC2A 2BS Telephone: 020 7247 4580
Website: http://blackrock.bar/

The Whisky Exchange

Four thousand whiskies, three thousand single malts, two hundred bourbons and over eight thousand products – Welcome to The Whisky Exchange.  A family business dedicated to sourcing whiskies with heritage and quality, they are the purveyors of a huge collection of old, rare and discontinued bottles.  On line sales and free delivery for orders of £100.

Address: 2 Bedford Street, London WC2E 9HH
Phone: 0207 100 0088
Website: www.thewhiskyexchange.com/shop/london/coventgarden

Milroy’s of Soho

Milroy’s of Soho was established in 1964, making it one of the oldest whisky shops in London.   An institution for those who like a wee “dram,” boasting patronage of Prime Ministers in bygone days.  Carrying on that tradition you will find over 250 different whiskies which you can sample at the upstairs bar. The Vault downstairs is where Simo  & Chris deliver top shelf whisky and seasonal cocktails.  A friendly, unpretentious atmosphere for tasting – note the warning, “no dickheads allowed.”

 

Address: 3 Greek Street, London W1D 4NX
Phone: 0207 734 2277
Website: shop.milroys.co.uk

The Whisky Lounge

With the ambience of a private members lounge, you can sample over 70 whiskies from around the world.  A whisky menu, the choice of four whisky flights, and a whisky specialist to guide your whisky whims.

Address: 225 Edgware Road, London W2 1JU
Phone: 020 7616 6462
Website: www.thewhiskylounge.com

East London Liquor Company

Reviving the art and craft of small batch production, the East London Liquor Company has brought spirit production back to London after an absence of over 100 years.  Handcrafted speciality gin, vodka, rum and whisky can be whipped up into cocktails of your choosing.  Cool ambience and tours of gin and whisky available.

Address: Unit GF1, 221 Grove Road, London E3 5SN
Phone: 0203 011 0980
Website: eastlondonliquorcompany.com

 

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