Five summer favourites: Whisky and tequila pours that create a perfect taste of summer

Glen Melia suggests four great whiskies and one tasty tequila that are perfect for those long summer evenings

There’s no denying that whisky flows differently in summer than in winter. The fresh herbal and honey notes of a lighter whisky somehow dominate when the sun is shining, encouraging us to move away from the heavier, darker whiskies that we love in colder weather.  

Here are five pours, each with its own personality and palate, that will work beautifully on a long summer evening as a neat dram or a long mixed drink: 

From Rare Gems to Great Discounts: Have you visited our two summer sales?

Whether you’re searching for a collector’s item or that very special gift, we have two great sales running to meet every need.

Visit our RARE GEMS section to find the very best reductions in collectable and rare bottles from across the world.

Meanwhile, in our CLEARANCE SALE, we’re making room for new arrivals and you’ll find discounts of up to 50% in some cases.

Both sales end soon, so don’t delay.