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The Unsung Hero of Heavy Whisky: A Defence of the Humble Worm Tub

The Unsung Hero of Heavy Whisky: A Defence of the Humble Worm Tub

Some whiskeys announce themselves with fanfare; others prefer a quieter entrance. The Unsung Hero of Heavy Whisky: A Defence of the Humble Worm Tub belongs firmly to the latter school.

Discover how Victorian-era worm tubs create the signature chewy, oily texture in whiskies from Mortlach, Craigellachie, and Springbank distilleries.

Final Reflections

The Unsung Hero of Heavy Whisky: A Defence of the Humble Worm Tub is the kind of bottle that rewards the curious — those willing to sit with a glass and let the story unfold at its own pace.

Walter Graves
Walter Graves
Features & Culture Writer

Walter writes long-form features that explore the stories behind whiskey — the people, places, and landscapes that give each bottle its character. A former travel journalist, he has visited over two h...

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