Whiskey Down (Manchester)

You'll find Whiskey Down tucked away on Lloyd Street in the city centre, a spot that takes its whiskey seriously without being a complete snob about it. This is where you go when you want someone to actually talk you through a dram rather than just pour whatever's on the top shelf. The place has that comfortable, dark-wood vibe — think leather seats and low lighting — where you can settle in for an evening without feeling like you're at a corporate networking event. Whether you're after Scottish, Irish, Japanese or American, they've got depth to their collection.