Whisky is definitely an intimidating drink for some. Many are intrigued but mystified by the spirit. For others whisky is an interest and a passion. Whether you're a lifelong enthusiast or even a curious newbie, whisky subscriptions are a great way to go.
Subscription boxes are everywhere nowadays, and that produces sense: as our lives have grown to be busier and harder, it's great for others to organise our meals, chocolates, beers as well as cheeses for us. Whisky is no exception. You will find lots of services out there to stop you in stock of drams of the best, with options for those looking to master and explore, as well people who know exactly what they like. We've rounded up the best whisky subscriptions available on the market to ensure that you'll find a service to match your budget and palate.
Best whisky subscriptions to purchase
Flaviar
If you're endorsed by Tony Hawk then you've got to be pretty cool and, to be fair to Flaviar, it is. The proposition here's an enticing one: a quarterly delivery of the full bottle of booze and also a choice of smaller drams. You choose which full bottle you need and also pick from a range of carefully curated miniatures, with one of these sample-sized bottles taking you on journeys through peaty whisky to ultra-smooth Irish offerings. Flaviar isn't almost whisky either – you can grab a full bottle of rum and a selection box of whisky or vice versa, with numerous different spirits on offer.
Flaviar pitches itself as a club rather than subscription service, with a number of activities available from your dashboard. Members can level up their booze knowledge at the School of Spirits, drink along with on-demand online tastings and attend exclusive distillery tours. Tastings and tours are online but aim to be accessible in person again in the future. If you're searching for boozy edu-tainment then Flaviar is the spot to go. Flaviar's offerings are available for £250 annually or £75 a quarter.
The Dram Team
A great choice for the curious, the beginners and the experienced enthusiasts. The Dram Team offers a selection box containing five 25ml drams of whisky which cost typically £50 per full bottle, with some stretching to £70 per 70cl. The box is completed by the all-important Sixth Dram, a 10ml bottle of whisky which costs at the least £125 per 70cl.
Chris, The Dram Team's founder, fell in deep love with whisky at a tasting event. Several years later he chose to take that whisky-tasting experience and use it in a box for visitors to enjoy. Boxes start at £29.95 per month with gift subscriptions also on offer.