How a seafood and whisky pairing can elevate the taste of the ocean

The salty sweetness of seafood is a perfect companion to whisky – here are six whiskies to pair with crab, smoked fish and oysters

It’s no accident that so many whisky distilleries have emerged on coastlines – the saltiness, wild winds and ocean brine that constantly fill the air all bring something very special to the wood that matures whisky. These flavours penetrate the wood and the spirit in a complex fashion, helping to layer taste, texture and personality on the final bottling. 

Seafood, by its very nature, carries these flavours too, so pairing all kinds of seafood with whisky works well.

Here are our recommendations for a seafood and whisky pairing of crab, smoked fish, oysters and scallops with some great pours.

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