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Whisky Jargon

As a Friend, do you ever find you’re lost for words when discussing your malts? Well, now there’s no need to worry. We’ve collected some handy definitions so you can become fluent in (nearly) all things Classic Malts. Simply click on your chosen word to understand what it means.

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Quaich

Quaich

A traditional two-handled Celtic drinking bowl (tureen) of Scotland which has, over time, become synonymous with the communal drinking of whisky. The name derives from the Gaelic ‘cuach’. It is also the name of the Friends of The Classic Malts’ online magazine.