Kentucky distiller Bill Samuels, Sr., founder of Maker's Mark, set out to make a better tasting bourbon whisky.

Johnnie Walker Red Label was launched in its current form by brothers George and Alexander Walker in 1909, though it had existed as Walker's Special Old Highland Red Label for some years previously. Alexander blended a type of whisky which is more suited to mixing with soda than the heavier, more old-fashioned whiskies, and named it after his grandfather, who had started the family business in 1820. Today it is the world's most popular whisky and is sold in more than 200 markets world-wide.

Ireland's oldest whisky, Bushmills Original Irish is a blend of triple distilled malt whiskey and a lighter grain whiskey. You'll notice it's rich, smooth warming taste almost instantly. It's an easy drinking, versatile whiskey that can be enjoyed neat, over ice or with your favourite mixer.