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Scotch Malt Whisky Society donates new series profits to OurWhisky
As part of its celebrations for International Women’s Day 2024 the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released five single cask whiskies selected by an all-women tasting panel.
Diageo announces regenerative agriculture programmes across Scotch and tequila
Don Julio producer Diageo, has announced two regenerative agriculture programmes across its tequila and Scotch brands in Mexico and Scotland.
Scotch granted trademark protection in Hong Kong
The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has announced that Scotch whisky has been registered as a trademark in Hong Kong, following the success of its application.
Bruichladdich launches first Islay rye whisky
Islay Scotch distillery Bruichladdich has announced the launch of the Hebridean island’s first rye whisky, the third release in the Bruichladdich Project series.
Alcohol duty increase a “historic blow to the Scotch whisky industry”
When UK chancellor of the exchequer Jeremy Hunt delivered his 2023 budget in the House of Commons, how you received it might’ve depended on your preferred tipple.
Copenhagen’s Ruby unveils takeover with Paris bars
Copenhagen bar, Ruby, will be hosting a brunch with Paris bars The Cambridge, Candelaria and Little Red Door.
Highland Park releases its oldest whisky to date
Orkney-based distillery, Highland Park, has unveiled its 54 Year Old single malt Scotch Whisky, the oldest release from the company to date.
Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers release Old Perth PX
Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, creators of Old Perth Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, have announced the release of Old Perth PX.
Scottish drinks face restriction
The possibility of a clampdown on alcohol promotions has ruffled feathers in Scotch whisky quarters.
Compass Box announces new release
Scotch whisky makers, Compass Box, have introduced a new, limited-edition expression named Delos, a Scotch inspired by flavours of the past.
Bowmore announces Lunar New Year travel retail exclusive
Islay single malt Scotch brand Bowmore has announced the launch of a limited-edition travel retail exclusive bottling in commemoration of Lunar New Year 2023.
Brands Report 2023: Scotch Whisky
It’s a familiar tale in this category, but although the names may be familiar, their order has a new spin.
Laphroaig Single Malt Scotch Whisky announces Taste Trailblazers initiative
Laphroaig Single Malt Scotch Whisky has unveiled Taste Trailblazers, a global celebration of culinary pioneers pushing the boundaries of flavour.
Total Beverage Solution adds Lindores Abbey Single Malt Scotch Whisky to its portfolio
Total Beverage Solution, a full-service national importer and supplier of beer, wine, and spirits, has announced the addition of a new single malt scotch brand to its portfolio.
Robbie Millar joins Beam Suntory’s Scotch & Irish Brand House as managing director
Beam Suntory has named Robbie Millar as managing director of the Scotch & Irish Brand House, overseeing a brand portfolio that includes Laphroaig, Bowmore, Auchentoshan and Kilbeggan.
Bimmerle takes over Label 5 distribution in Germany
Bimmerle KG has taken over the distribution of La Martiniquaise Scotch whisky brand Label 5 Classic Black whisky in Germany.
Dewar’s launches Mizunara oak cask finished Scotch in the UK
Scotch whisky brand Dewar’s has announced the latest release in the brand’s Cask Series, Japanese Smooth, an 8-year-old blended Scotch finished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks.
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society announces limited-edition memory box collaborations
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has partnered with memory psychologist Dr Ansgar Endress, chef Bruce Clyne-Watson, and, rollercoaster designer Brendan Walker, to launch a series of festival bottlings paired with nostalgia-inducing memory boxes.
Scotch: Taking local oak seriously
While exotic woods from around the world have gained popularity for finishing Scotch, indigenous oak looks to be making a comeback for some producers, finds Shay Waterworth.
Brands Report 2022: Scotch whisky
It seems loyalty remains strong within the scotch whisky sector given the same 10 brands make up the bestselling list in 2022 as the previous year, albeit in a different order.
Scotch Whisky Association announces new chief executive
The former British ambassador to Argentina will succeed Karen Betts as the chief executive of the Scotch Whisky Association.
Johnnie Walker releases final Masters series whisky
Johnnie Walker has launched Masters of Flavour, the third and final whisky in the Johnnie Walker Masters series.
Emma Walker to take over from legendary Jim Beveridge at Johnnie Walker
Dr Emma Walker will replace the legendary Dr Jim Beveridge as Johnnie Walker master blender at the end of the year.
Johnnie Walker launches eight-storey visitor centre in Edinburgh
Diageo has opened its Johnnie Walker visitor centre on Princes Street in the centre of Edinburgh.
US scotch whisky tariffs suspended for five years
A deal has been struck between the UK and US to end retaliatory tariffs on malt whiskies for five years.
International Spirits Challenge 2021 announces whisky results
The International Spirits Challenge 2021 has awarded 11 double gold medals to the finest Scotch whiskies in the world.
Elixir Distillers appoints Georgie Crawford as Islay distillery manager
Elixir Distillers has appointed Georgie Crawford as distillery manager for the brand’s forthcoming Islay distillery, following planning approval for the project at the end of 2020.
Scotch whisky producers celebrate suspension of US single malt tariff
Scotch whisky producers are celebrating after the US government announced it would suspend tariffs on various UK goods for four months.
Pernod Ricard launches Ballantine's Light and Beefeater Light
Pernod Ricard has ramped up its focus on the low-alcohol category by launching 20% abv variants of Ballantine’s Scotch whisky and Beefeater gin.
International Spirits Challenge 2020 Awards: Winners Announced
Dalmore 35 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky has been named the Supreme Champion at the International Spirits Challenge 2020 Awards.
Ballantine's 7 Bourbon Finish launches at selected whisky retailers
Ballantine’s has honoured its founder by launching a seven-year-old blend finished in bourbon barrels.
International Spirits Challenge 2020 announces results for whisky and premixed drinks
Judges at the International Spirits Challenge hailed the overall quality standards on display within the whisky category after issuing a remarkable medal tally.
Chivas Regal master blender Colin Scott reflects upon his illustrious career
Colin Scott has retired from his role as the custodian master blender of Chivas Regal after enjoying an illustrious 47-year career in the Scotch whisky industry. Drinks International caught up with the esteemed blender on his final day at the office.
Chivas unveils its Secret Speyside Collection
Chivas Brothers has released its biggest single malt collection to date, with the launch of 15 aged single malt scotch whiskies from four seldom seen, Speyside distilleries.
Hillhouse Capital Management, a global investment firm which describes itself as focusing on “innovative businesses in growth industries”, has bought scotch whisky producer, the Loch Lomond Group, from Exponent Private Equity.
Johnnie Walker submits Edinburgh visitor centre plans
Diageo has submitted plans to transform one of Edinburgh’s landmark buildings into a global visitor experience for Johnnie Walker, the world’s leading scotch whisky brand
Edrington has announced that chief executive officer Ian Curle is retiring in March and will be succeeded by Scott McCroskie, who is on the Edrington board and managing director of The Macallan.
Edrington sells Cutty Sark to La Martiniquaise-Bardinet
Edrington has sold the Cutty Sark blended scotch whisky brand to French company, La Martiniquaise-Bardinet.
Scotch blends: Whisky symbiosis
The rise of single malt scotch has dominated whisky conversations on the back of the craft explosion, but blended malts have just as interesting a story to tell, says Shay Waterworth
Edrington unveils The Macallan Concept No. 1
Edrington Global Travel Retail unveiled its latest Macallan line extension at the Tax Free World Association (TFWA) show in Cannes yesterday (Oct 2).
Chivas becomes the official spirits partner of Manchester United
Chivas, the blended scotch whisky brand, is to sponsor the world’s biggest football club brand, Manchester United, in a three-year global partnership deal.
Fettercairn re-launches with £10K 50-year-old
Whyte & Mackay has unveiled an updated range and global re-launch from its Fettercairn distillery, which is situated in the foothills of the Cairngorm mountains.
Chivas unveils Royal Salute Royal Wedding expression
The Duke of Argyll and Chivas Brothers’ marketing manager - prestige, Mathieu Deslandes today (May 15) unveiled the Royal Salute Royal Wedding Edition for the forthcoming wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle.
William Grant & Sons has appointed a managing director for Latin America
William Grant & Sons has appointed Enda O’Sullivan as managing director to Latin America, overseeing the hoped for growth of the company’s brand portfolio.
Scotch whisky trademark renewed in China
The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has renewed its collective trademarks ‘Scotch Whisky’ and its translation ‘苏格兰威士忌’ in China until November 2028. So, Scotch Whisky is officially protected from locally produced copies for a further 10 years.
The previously unassailable Johnnie Walker could be showing signs of weakness, finds Hamish Smith
Last week, Distell announced that its Bain's Cape Mountain single grain whisky (40% abv), has gone global. So now we have a whisky form South Africa to join the slew of whisky alternatives to good old scotch.
Bacardi Global Travel Retail is running a major whisky campaign at six airports in four countries across the Asia Pacific & Middle East region to celebrate the Diwali festive period.
India: The big opportunity for spirits
India, along with China, is a huge opportunity for spirits brands, according to two senior Pernod Ricard executives.
Diageo reopens Port Ellen and Brora whisky distilleries
Diageo has announced that Port Ellen and Brora, two of its ‘lost’ distilleries, are to be brought back into production.
