# peat (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover peat. Page: Feed: --- ## [1664 Biére Blonde, on Air France](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/21/1664-biere-blonde-on-air-france/) _2026-08-21 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I flew Air France to get to & from Toulouse for the Whisky Festival in the city. This involves a short change of planes in Paris & complementary drinks & snacks on each leg of the journey. On the way out I enjoyed tea – but noticing a few customers had beers on the return … Continue reading 1664 Biére Blonde, on Air France → ## [Salmonella outbreak puts imported eggs under scrutiny](https://thedirt.news/salmonella-outbreak-puts-imported-eggs-under-scrutiny/) _2026-08-21 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ A nationwide Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak involving more than 200 cases has put foodservice businesses on alert, but investigators have so far linked cases to just five food businesses and found no identified link to UK-produced eggs or poultry. ## [Laizhou Chinese Single Malt Whisky at Toulouse Whisky Festival](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/20/laizhou-chinese-single-malt-whisky-at-toulouse-whisky-festival/) _2026-08-20 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ The Laizhou Whisky stall at the Toulouse Whisky Festival certainly attracted a lot of attention. Everyone wanted to check out the Chinese Whisky & see if it would take over the world in the way other products from that country have. Two bottles were available for sampling. I started – against standard practice – with … Continue reading Laizhou Chinese Single Malt Whisky at Toulouse Whisky Festival… ## [Driving urban climate resilience](https://thedirt.news/horticultures-role-in-driving-urban-climate-resilience/) _2026-08-20 · Joy Macknight · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ Horticulture is more than an urban amenity. As cities face more extreme weather, green infrastructure is increasingly recognised as critical to creating healthier, more resilient and economically competitive places. ## [Ninth Horatio’s Garden begins construction at Middlesbrough spinal injury centre](https://thedirt.news/ninth-horatios-garden-begins-construction/) _2026-08-20 · Tamsin Westhorpe · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ The start of construction was marked by a first dig involving patients at the centre. The new garden is part of Horatio’s Garden’s ambition to create an accessible outdoor space at all 11 NHS spinal injury centres across the UK. ## [Form Plants introduces peat-free requirement for suppliers](https://thedirt.news/form-plants-peat-free-requirement-for-suppliers/) _2026-08-20 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ A new peat-free requirement for suppliers will come into force at Form Plants from 1 September 2026, extending the Surrey nursery’s existing peat-free growing practices to plants sourced externally. ## [RHS expands EV charging provision at Wisley](https://thedirt.news/rhs-wisley-new-ev-charging-hub/) _2026-08-20 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ RHS Garden Wisley has opened a new 32-bay electric vehicle charging hub, giving visitors access to one of the largest destination charging facilities in the Guildford and Wisley area. ## [HTA conference to examine climate, green space and workforce challenges](https://thedirt.news/hta-conference-2027/) _2026-08-19 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced the programme for Horticulture, The Conference, with climate change, green infrastructure, workforce issues and emerging trends set to shape discussions at the event. ## [UK inflation rises to 2.9% as energy costs push prices higher](https://thedirt.news/uk-inflation-rises-to-2-9/) _2026-08-19 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ Higher household energy costs pushed inflation further above the Bank of England’s 2% target in July, as the annual rate rose from 2.6% to 2.9%, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). ## [An assessment of how long Rum can be stored via the Scottish Rum Festival 2020 Pack](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/19/an-assessment-of-how-long-rum-can-be-stored-via-the-scottish-rum-festival-2020-pack/) _2026-08-19 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ Looking for something in the garage I opened a plastic box to discover a couple of Scottish Rum Festival 2020 Packs. I wasn’t expecting anything inside – so was highly surprised to find some spirit in several unopened miniature bottles! This raised a few questions. What is a Festival Pack? For those that don’t remember, … Continue reading An assessment of how long Rum can be stored via the… ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OOTdIuUNcyCg) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [Kerry Irish Whiskey, 40%, Blend, in The Mary Donal’s, Killarney](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/18/kerry-irish-whiskey-40-blend-in-the-mary-donals-killarney/) _2026-08-18 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ We were in Killarney for a BioDiversity meet-up where the attendees took pleasure in spotting rare plants, moths or butterflies they hadn’t recorded before. My evenings entertainment was spotting an Irish Whiskey I hadn’t tasted before in the bar of Mary Donal’s below the hotel of Whitegates where we’d booked in for the weekend. Suitably … Continue reading Kerry Irish Whiskey, 40%, Blend, in The… ## [BNG rules loosen for smaller developments as first reforms take effect](https://thedirt.news/bng-rules-loosen-for-smaller-developments/) _2026-08-18 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ England’s Biodiversity Net Gain rules are being revised, with the first changes now in force to reduce costs and simplify requirements for smaller developments. While many in the industry support the reforms, others are questioning the evidence behind them and their potential impact on biodiversity. ## [£65m drought package includes support for on-farm water storage](https://thedirt.news/65m-drought-package-farm-water-storage/) _2026-08-18 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ Growers and farmers in England are to receive £65 million in additional support as drought continues to put pressure on crops, irrigation and water supplies. ## [Just 44% of English councils collect recyclable plant pots, leaving horticulture facing £750,000 bill](https://thedirt.news/councils-fail-to-collect-recyclable-plant-pots/) _2026-08-17 · Petra Hoyer Millar · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has found significant gaps in council provision for recycling non-black plastic plant pots, with householders in much of England still unable to put eligible pots in their kerbside recycling. ## [RHS calls for autumn planting as heat and drought reshape gardens](https://thedirt.news/rhs-calls-for-autumn-planting/) _2026-08-17 · streamHM · The Dirt | Horticulture News Daily_ After a summer of prolonged heat and drought, the RHS is urging gardeners to give autumn planting greater importance as gardens and newly established plants face increasing pressure. ## [Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 133, Muskerry](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/17/irish-whiskey-around-the-world-no-133-muskerry/) _2026-08-17 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ Sometimes it’s hard to establish when sitting in Ireland if the Irish Whiskey in question was ever sold in it’s intended market. That’s the issue I have with Muskerry Irish Whiskey. All the pointers seem positive. There’s a website at Muskerry Irish Whiskey that certainly promotes the whiskey in a good light. The liquid has … Continue reading Irish Whiskey Around The World, No 133, Muskerry → ## [The Available Unicorn: Springbank 100 Proof Review](https://roadtodram.com/springbank-100-proof-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=springbank-100-proof-review) _2026-08-16 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ After the revisited Glenfiddich 12 and the accompanying Steam & Fire review, I was tempted to follow with a new entry-level bottle. Torabhaig’s new Taigh core release looked extremely attractive. And I love any excuse for a new whisky purchase (especially since it often becomes 3-4 bottles). But then I... The post The Available Unicorn: Springbank 100 Proof Review appeared first on The Road to… ## [Volfas Engelman Cider, Semi Dry Apple & Semi Dry Pear, 4.5%](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/volfas-engelman-cider-semi-dry-apple-semi-dry-pear-4-5/) _2026-08-16 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I’ve enjoyed a few Volfas Engleman brews over the years. Based in Lithuania their attractive looking cans with the foil top are readily available in Ireland from both Eastern European stores & increasingly regular shops. My exploration into Cider had me purchase a duo of cans – Semi Dry Apple & Semi Dry Pear – … Continue reading Volfas Engelman Cider, Semi Dry Apple & Semi Dry Pear, 4.5% → ## [Belfast Whiskey Week Expo 2026, The Irish Contingent](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/15/belfast-whiskey-week-expo-2026-the-irish-contingent/) _2026-08-15 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I’ve hopped on planes to visit Whisky Shows outside of Ireland a few times this year already – Bergen & Toulouse spring to mind. And the train has carried me to Dublin for both the Spring Fest & Whiskey Live Dublin events. Yet this is my first Belfast Whiskey Week Expo – despite the show … Continue reading Belfast Whiskey Week Expo 2026, The Irish Contingent → ## [Krush Korean Lager, 4.5% & Kirin Ichiban Japanese Lager via Germany, 5%](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/14/krush-korean-lager-4-5-kirin-ichiban-japanese-lager-via-germany-5/) _2026-08-14 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I popped into Asia Market in Dublin to replenish my Baijiu stocks only to find the bottles I was after had sold out! Not to leave empty handed though I purchased a few Asian Lagers to try later. Krush from big Korean brewery Kloud made my basket along with Japanese Kirin Ichiban – only to … Continue reading Krush Korean Lager, 4.5% & Kirin Ichiban Japanese Lager via Germany, 5% → ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SGTSAe2KyzFw) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [St Killian German Whisky at Toulouse Whisky Festival](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/13/st-killian-german-whisky-at-toulouse-whisky-festival/) _2026-08-13 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I was looking for the fun & tasty Bud Spencer Smoky Whisky at the St Killian stall – yet instead they were showcasing their very elegantly shaped-like-a-pot-still designed bottles at the Toulouse Whisky Festival. I kicked things off with a Rich & Smoky Peated Single Malt which satisfied my peat loving palate. Rather than ages … Continue reading St Killian German Whisky at Toulouse Whisky Festival… ## [Pubs in William Street South, Dublin 2](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/12/pubs-in-william-street-south-dublin-2/) _2026-08-12 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ I was up in Dublin for a function & had a bit of time to relax. Doing all the pubs in Dublin is a mammoth task I’ve no intention of embarking on – though I’m happy to do a single street when the opportunity arises. William Street South was the street today & I found … Continue reading Pubs in William Street South, Dublin 2 → ## [Boston Bakers Irish Whiskey, 40%, Blend](https://westmeathwhiskeyworld.wordpress.com/2026/08/11/boston-bakers-irish-whiskey-40-blend/) _2026-08-11 · Whiskey Nut · WestmeathWhiskeyWorld_ Rather than originating from the Irish Community on the East Coast of America – which Boston Bakers Irish Whiskey celebrates in it’s name & back story on the bottle label – the brand is a creation from the more bohemian sounding set of The Bloomsbury Club UK who call themselves Spirited Brand Crafters. Meanwhile the … Continue reading Boston Bakers Irish Whiskey, 40%, Blend → ## [The Entry-level Fork in the Road: Loch Lomond Steam & Fire Review](https://roadtodram.com/loch-lomond-steam-fire-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=loch-lomond-steam-fire-review) _2026-08-09 · Dram Admin · The Road to Dram_ Today I am diving into another Fork in the Road, another whisky that could have been featured in my original whisky exploration but got left by the side. But the time has come to review the Loch Lomond Steam & Fire, a whisky which is arguably a contender for Loch... The post The Entry-level Fork in the Road: Loch Lomond Steam & Fire Review appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [An edge-less crowd pleaser: the revisited Glenfiddich 12 review](https://roadtodram.com/revisited-glenfiddich-12-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=revisited-glenfiddich-12-review) _2026-08-02 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ Today, it is time for another revisited take on a past review, this time Glenfiddich 12. That post, back in November 2023, was my second post ever. And actually, my first ever review. Even though my writing was pretty basic and the direction of the blog was still being shaped,... The post An edge-less crowd pleaser: the revisited Glenfiddich 12 review appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [Are Independent Bottlers becoming the Saviours of Whisky?](https://roadtodram.com/are-independent-bottlers-the-saviours-of-whisky/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-independent-bottlers-the-saviours-of-whisky) _2026-07-26 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ Just like many whisky aficionados, I am a big fan of Independent Bottlers. If you read my piece on the Independent Spirits Festival, you will know I make no mystery of that. I love their ability to provide drinkers with a more genuine and unrestrained look at what distillates can... The post Are Independent Bottlers becoming the Saviours of Whisky? appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [Everything You Need to Know About Peatlands](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/everything-you-need-to-know-about-peatlands/) _2026-07-24 · Hannah Maltwood · Peat Free Partnership_ Peatlands are some of our most incredible, important habitats filled with interesting and unusual plants. But what are they? How do you know if you’re in a peatland? And why are they... The post Everything You Need to Know About Peatlands appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [Not Every “First” is Equal: A Ledaig Hebridean Moon Review](https://roadtodram.com/ledaig-hebridean-moon-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ledaig-hebridean-moon-review) _2026-07-12 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ After my revisited Port Charlotte 10 review and the first instalment of the Fork in the Road series, with the Lagavulin 16, I am turning the spotlight to a new-ish bottle. Another peat forward malt. Today I will review the Ledaig Hebridean Moon, a 10-year-old special release. And with that,... The post Not Every “First” is Equal: A Ledaig Hebridean Moon Review appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [The Fork in the Road: Lagavulin 16 Review](https://roadtodram.com/lagavulin-16-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lagavulin-16-review) _2026-07-05 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ During the exploration of whisky, which led to me starting Road to Dram, I made many choices. The main one has always been which bottles to include in a certain part of the journey. Last week, I revisited the Port Charlotte 10, the bottle I chose and reviewed back in... The post The Fork in the Road: Lagavulin 16 Review appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [Heavy peat, light hand: Port Charlotte 10 Revisited](https://roadtodram.com/port-charlotte-10-revisited/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=port-charlotte-10-revisited) _2026-06-28 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ I likely would not be as passionate about whisky as I am today if it weren’t for peat. In my early days as a whisky drinker, I constantly looked for it and associated it closely with Scottish whisky. It does not surprise me when I hear a new whisky drinker... The post Heavy peat, light hand: Port Charlotte 10 Revisited appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/phNPoOA9mO90) _2026-06-28 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [The price ain’t right: revisiting Nikka Yoichi and Miyagikyo](https://roadtodram.com/revisiting-nikka-yoichi-and-miyagikyo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=revisiting-nikka-yoichi-and-miyagikyo) _2026-06-21 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ Over the past couple of years of writing Road to Dram, my tastes have undoubtedly evolved. And while I might look for cask strength and IB bottles when I reach for a dram to relax with, I continue to have a soft spot for entry-level drams. It’s probably because they... The post The price ain’t right: revisiting Nikka Yoichi and Miyagikyo appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [The Revisited Series: Kilkerran 12, Reframed](https://roadtodram.com/kilkerran-12-revisited/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kilkerran-12-revisited) _2026-06-14 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ The Kilkerran warehouse tasting stayed with me long after I wrapped up my Scotland trip. I admitted last week that, after the initial disappointment of a cask failing to meet my expectations, the experience felt like honesty, the kind that you only come across in single casks. I left the... The post The Revisited Series: Kilkerran 12, Reframed appeared first on The Road to Dram . ## [Kilkerran Warehouse Tasting, a year apart.](https://roadtodram.com/kilkerran-warehouse-tasting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kilkerran-warehouse-tasting) _2026-06-07 · Alberto C. · The Road to Dram_ The day of my Campbeltown visit, after the Cadenhead Blending Workshop, was focused on Kilkerran, in particular the warehouse tasting. The walk from my hotel to the distillery had almost a ritualistic nature. Walking first past Springbank’s distillery shop and the Washback bar brought a strong sense of familiarity. The... The post Kilkerran Warehouse Tasting, a year apart. appeared first on The… ## [Go Peat-free This Spring by Making Your Own Compost](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/go-peat-free-this-spring-by-making-your-own-compost/) _2026-04-14 · Hannah Maltwood · Peat Free Partnership_ It’s official, spring has sprung! The days are longer, the birds are singing and the sky is blue (ish). The garden is calling. Yes, it’s the perfect time to don the gardening gloves, grab... The post Go Peat-free This Spring by Making Your Own Compost appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [16,742 sign petition to end peat sales in 2026 handed in to Downing Street](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/16742-sign-petition-to-end-peat-sales-in-2026-handed-in-to-downing-street/) _2026-02-26 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ A petition calling for legislation to end peat sales to be introduced in 2026 was handed in to 10 Downing Street yesterday by the Peat-free Partnership, accompanied by industry and... The post 16,742 sign petition to end peat sales in 2026 handed in to Downing Street appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [What do elections in Scotland and Wales mean for legislation?](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/what-do-elections-in-scotland-and-wales-mean-for-legislation/) _2025-12-05 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ Elections take over everything. In Scotland and Wales, we’re shifting into a different gear as focus turns to the next government and how to influence incoming policies. It’s time to... The post What do elections in Scotland and Wales mean for legislation? appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [Peat-free Partnership response to the Environmental Improvement Plan](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/peat-free-partnership-response-to-the-environmental-improvement-plan/) _2025-12-01 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ Today the UK Government published their revised Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP). The Government has sidestepped its obligations and flunked defining a firm plan to deliver legislation to end peat sales.... The post Peat-free Partnership response to the Environmental Improvement Plan appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [Peatland carbon: are the sums right?](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/peatland-carbon-are-the-sums-right/) _2025-11-21 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ Carbon storage may be the most talked-about feature of our amazing peatland ecosystems. Alongside water management and their unique ecology, peatlands store vast quantities of carbon by preventing the decomposition... The post Peatland carbon: are the sums right? appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [UK Government announces plans to end peat sales](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/uk-government-announces-plans-to-end-peat-sales/) _2025-10-31 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ The UK Government has announced that they intend to introduce legislation to end the sale of peat in the Carbon Budget and Growth Delivery Plan published 29 October. This announcement... The post UK Government announces plans to end peat sales appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [RHS doubles down on peat-free retail commitments](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/rhs-doubles-down-on-peat-free-retail-commitments/) _2025-10-20 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ Back in March the RHS was the subject of industry complaint when it announced concessions up to 2028 at Flower Shows for growers still transitioning to peat-free. Highlighting the continued... The post RHS doubles down on peat-free retail commitments appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [Silence on legislation stalls peat-free progress](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/silence-on-legislation-stalls-peat-free-progress/) _2025-08-07 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ We’ve been waiting a while: but at last, 16 months later than promised, the updated statistics for peat use in the UK horticulture industry have been released. These are the... The post Silence on legislation stalls peat-free progress appeared first on Peat Free Partnership . ## [Cymru eisiau newid ar echdynnu mawn](https://peatfreepartnership.org.uk/cymru-eisiau-newid-ar-echdynnu-mawn/) _2025-05-13 · Charley Adams · Peat Free Partnership_ English Yr wythnos ddiwethaf fe aethom ni i Gaerdydd ar gyfer y Diwrnod Bioamrywiaeth a noddwyd gan Carolyn Thomas AS. Rydym wedi bod yn siarad am rywogaethau mawndiroedd, o’n mwsoglau... The post Cymru eisiau newid ar echdynnu mawn appeared first on Peat Free Partnership .