Nismes-Delclou: the past, present and future of Armagnac

In our cellars, we hold a collection of vintages that span several centuries. On our blog, Spirits Buyer, Rob Whitehead, reflects on the special relationship Berry Bros. & Rudd shares with famed Armagnac producer Nismes-Delclou.  Florence Castarède is never short of time to share her brandy. Although she spends her days tirelessly running a globally […]

Our top-five whiskies for Burns Night

If you’re planning on raising a dram to Scotland’s most famous poet this 25th January, then look no further than our top-five whiskies for Burns Night, recommended by Spirits Buyer Rob Whitehead. The Glenturret, 12-Year-Old, 2021 Release, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky It is a joy to see Glenturret going from strength to strength under […]

Glenmorangie Cognac cask: a symbol of innovation

Our Spirits Buyer Rob Whitehead looks to the future of Glenmorangie – and raises a dram of 13-year-old Cognac Cask Finish to its innovation. There are few distilleries in Scotland so well-recognised as Glenmorangie. From their unusually tall stills, via the famous “16 men of Tain” who craft every drop that leaves the distillery, to […]

On collecting whisky

To say that Rob Whitehead, our Spirits Buyer, has amassed a fair few bottles over the years would be an understatement. In this article originally published in No.3 magazine, he ponders the appeal of collecting whisky. I have never considered myself a whisky collector. I have been the Spirits Buyer for Berry Bros. & Rudd […]