New research from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has found that the price of alcohol made a significant contribution to inflation during 2025, adding to concerns that consumers will face higher prices for goods in the lead-up to the festive season. Research conducted by the trade body, which represents the UK’s largest food and drink […]
The Glenlivet has announced the launch of a new Global Travel Retail exclusive collection, celebrating the mastery and vision of its Cask Master, Kevin Balmforth. The Glenlivet Cask Master’s Collection comprises three single malt Scotch whiskies — 14, 16 and 19 Years Old — each showcasing the Speyside distillery’s iconic smooth style. Drawing on over […]
Saltire Rare Malt has announced the launch of a limited-edition Christmas single malt that captures the warmth, tradition and nostalgia of the festive season in a glass. Saltire Rare Malt Tamnavulin 17 Year Old Christmas Edition (48.8% ABV) is a single cask, single malt whisky, matured in a second-fill European oak hogshead. This latest release […]
Name: David LivingstoneCompany: Ardnahoe DistilleryJob: Distillery ManagerWebsite: ardnahoedistillery.comSocials: ardnahoedistillery How long have you been working in the whisky industry?I’ve spent 25 years in the industry. My first job was as a maltings operator at Laphroaig. From there, I gained hands-on experience in every stage of production — from mashing and distilling to warehousing and maturation […]
Auchentoshan has unveiled a new, contemporary packaging design for its range of triple-distilled single malts, coinciding with the launch of a new core range expression. The Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Double Cask (40% ABV), which replaces its existing 12 Year Old release, has been matured in a combination of ex-Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks. This […]
The Distillery at Coleburn has unveiled its first collection of whisky bottlings, marking a significant new chapter in the revival of one of Speyside’s historic sleeping distilleries. The three inaugural releases in the Local Heros collection are designed as a gateway into the ongoing series, the Distillery at Coleburn and the long-term plan to create […]
Hunter Laing & Co. has announced the launch of the third core release from its Islay-based Ardnahoe Distillery. Ardnahoe 5 Year Old – Cask Strength Edition (60.9% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky matured exclusively in first-fill Bourbon barrels. This latest expression from the family-owned distillery is said to offer aromas of coastal brine, […]
Drinks by the Dram has unveiled its 2025 Very Old & Rare Whisky Collection Advent Calendar – a once-in-a-lifetime countdown to Christmas, featuring 24 hand-waxed drams of extraordinarily rare whisky, many of which are now virtually impossible to acquire, even at auction. This remarkable collection showcases whiskies from both lost distilleries and legendary names, with […]
It has to be said that there’s no shortage of annual releases and events in the whisky calendar. Alongside all the committee and special releases, shows and festivals, one of the undoubted highlights for me arrives in book form each autumn: the launch of the latest edition of the Malt Whisky Yearbook. The Malt Whisky […]
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has launched a new series of limited-edition whiskies, each inspired by a defining moment from the winter months spanning October to January. The new SMWS Winter Series comprises four single malt whiskies, each presented with a unique label that celebrates the mischief of Hallowe’en, the warmth of Christmas, the […]
