Top 5 Hotel Whiskey Collections Around the World
Need ideas on where to plan your next vacation? If you’re a whiskey fan, why not center it around the ability to experience exclusive whiskey collections?
You heard right; plan your next getaway with whiskey as the main attraction.
Going with the family? Don’t worry; they don’t even have to know. Because these destinations are filled with experiences that the whole family can enjoy. Consider the whiskey experience a nice bonus for yourself; it’ll be our little secret.
We bring you the top 5 hotel whiskey collections around the world!
5. The Lodge at Blue Sky in Utah, United States
The Lodge at Blue Sky sits on 3,500 acres of pristine wilderness and offers a luxury hotel experience with a renowned distillery on-site, High West Whiskey Distillery.
When you’re ready for a drink to warm your blood, the bar provides access to the distillery and whiskey cocktails made with herbs plucked from the hotel’s garden.
The Lodge also offers a variety of whiskey-themed activities and events for guests to enjoy. These include whiskey tastings, masterclasses, and pairing dinners, led by expert guides knowledgeable about whiskey's different styles and flavors.
If you like going to the spa and trying something different, consider the High West Whiskey Rubdown! It consists of a whiskey foot soak, a shot of whiskey, and a massage. Imagine, as you sip and savor delicious whiskey blends, you’ll also enjoy a relaxing spa day.
4. Brooks Hotel in Dublin, Ireland
If you're visiting Dublin, Brooks Hotel offers a whiskey-tasting experience you will never forget.
It's located in the center of Dublin, close to Grafton Street. The rooms are decorated with Irish artwork, handcrafted wooden furniture, and exquisite fabrics. The best part is that Dublin's most well-known distilleries and bars are only a few steps away.
We recommend you make Temple Bar your first stop, which offers 450 whiskey varieties, and get a tour of the Old Jameson Distillery. The distillery offers visitors a unique and immersive experience that showcases the history and craftsmanship behind Jameson, one of the world's most iconic and beloved whiskey brands.
After a long day of touring, relax at the hotel’s Jasmine Bar. The bar features over 70 Irish whiskeys, including one of only 711 bottles of Celtic Cask Aon Single Cask and one of just 114 single cask bottles of Willie Napier 44-year-old.
3. Waldorf Astoria in Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Waldorf Astoria in Amsterdam is a luxurious hotel located in the heart of the city, and it boasts several excellent amenities and features. One of the hotel's standout features is its bar, the Vault.
Upon entering the hotel, you’ll immediately be struck by this sophisticated and stylish bar that offers access to some of the rarest whiskeys in the world, including a 40-year-old Dalmore and bottles from the Untold Stories collection by Port Ellen.
The bar is staffed by expert mixologists knowledgeable about each whiskey's various flavors and nuances and happy to help guests select the perfect one for their tastes. Additionally, they offer a Secrets of the Vault Bar masterclass, where you can learn to make their signature cocktails.
2. The Connaught in London, England
The Connaught is easily one of the most exclusive hotels in Europe, and it’s known for the award-winning Connaught Bar, which has an old-school feel and a unique 80-bottle collection. Including a 51-year-old Macallan, believed to be the only bottle in London.
It’s also worth noting that The Connaught partnered with Dalmore and created a custom Connaught Cask single malt that’s only available at the hotel. It was aged in cabernet, port, and sherry casks, so it’s well worth trying.
The Connaught's whiskey experience is not just limited to the bar. The hotel's renowned restaurant, Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, also offers a selection of fine whiskeys to enjoy with their Michelin-starred cuisine.
1. Hotel Skansen in Öland, Sweden
And, at the top spot… Hotel Skansen, which holds the Guinness World Record for having one of the world's most extensive whiskey collections, with more than 1,179 types of whiskey. A dream come true for whiskey fans!
You’ll be amazed at what you can find. For example, a 100-year-old Robert Brown bottle recovered from a shipwreck. A rare Diaoyutai Chinese whiskey. And, an exclusive Dachi whiskey made with a blend of Scottish & Japanese distillates and stored in Hungarian oak barrels for five years, only 16 bottles in the world exist.
At Hotel Skansen, it’s all about whiskey! That’s why they even incorporate it into dishes at the hotel’s restaurant through butter, sauces, and marinades. The hotel also collaborates with a local manufacturer to offer whiskey-flavored chocolates and is constantly experimenting with different ways to combine these two ingredients.
For whiskey enthusiasts, you can find some of the best whiskey collections in hotels worldwide. But you have to know where to look. These are just a few on our radar, and we hope to cover others soon.
If there’s a hotel you think should be on this list, let us know! We love hearing from our readers.
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