Scotland ships over 1.14 billion bottles of whisky to 166 countries every year, making it hugely important resource accounting 75 per cent of the country’s food and drink exports.
The tipple also drives a considerable tourist market, with 2.2 million visits to the 134 Scotch Whisky distilleries across the country each year.
So it’s certainly worth raising a toast to the success of the ‘water of life’, particularly when National Scotch Day was celebrated this week, on July 27.
There are no shortage of wonderful Scottish bars and pubs that stock a large range of whiskies, along with barstaff that have expertise to help you choose from the hundreds of bottles.
Here are 10 of the best in Glasgow.
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5. Dram!
As the name may suggest, Dram! on Woodlands Road specialises in all things whisky. With over 70 malts behind the bar there will almost certainly be something you've not tried before, and they also serve great food and a range of quality craft beers. Photo: Google Maps
6. The Lismore
A short walk from Kelvinhall Underground Station, on Dumbarton Road in Partick, is the much-loved Lismore Bar. There are dozens of malt whiskies for sale in the two adjoining bars and the pub is also well known for its live music. Photo: Google Maps
7. The Wee Pub at The Chip
Situated on pretty Ashton Lane, just off Byres Road in the city's West End, the Ubiquitous Chip is one of Glasgow's most famous restaurants. Slightly less famous - but equally lovely - is the adjoining Wee Pub which offers a wide range of malts and even has its own Whisky Club. Photo: Google Maps
8. The Piper Whisky Bar
A classic city centre corner bar just off George Square, the Piper Whisky Bar is conveniently located near Queen Street Train Station. If you are peckish while trying a few of the wige range of malts and blends, you can try their small plates of 'Scottish Tapas'. Photo: Google Maps