The Scotch Whisky Association, has today released global export figures that show the value of Scotch exports stood at £5.4bn in 2024. The equivalent of 1.4bn 70cl bottles of Scotch Whisky were exported last year, equating to 44 per second. The figures show a decrease of 3.7% on 2023 exports by value. The Scotch Whisky […]
The Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery, has today announced the launch of a new limited-edition whisky. Filey Bay Orange Wine Barrique (46.2% ABV) is a 7 Year Old single malt, which was initially matured in ex-Bourbon casks for three years and three months, before being re-racked into orange wine casks for a further three years and […]
Havana Club, has today announced the launch of the eighth release from its limited-edition Tributo series. Havana Club Iconica Tributo 2025 (43% ABV) was produced using a blend of extra-aged rums that were hand selected by Asbel Morales, Havana Club Maestro del Ron Cubano (Cuban Rum Master), which were finished in Redbreast single pot still […]
The Islay based Ardbeg distillery, has today announced the launch of a new limited-edition release, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee – which was formed by a group of enthusiasts, after the distillery was saved from the brink of extinction. Ardbeg Eureka! (52.2% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky, which […]
The St. Louis based drinks producer Luxco, has announced that it has brought forward the transatlantic shipping schedules of its American whiskey brands, amidst uncertainty about trade tariffs between the UK, EU and the US. The company is accelerating the movement of its popular Kentucky Bourbons including Yellowstone Select, Rebel 100 and Ezra Brooks 99, […]
The Loch Lomond group, has today announced that planning permission has been secured and building work has started on a new multi-million-pound distillery and visitor centre in Luss, Dumbartonshire. The 5,362 sq.m site on the banks of Loch Lomond in the village of Luss has been granted permission by Argyll and Bute Council and Luss […]
The Kentucky based Buffalo Trace Distillery, has announced the launch of its 26th Experimental Collection release. Buffalo Trace Experimental Spirits Distilled from Grain and Hops (45% ABV) is the distillery’s latest example of its commitment to “Honor Tradition, Embrace Change,” by examining how an ingredient commonly used in beer production impacts a spirit’s final flavour […]
The Edinburgh based Tailored Spirits Co, has today announced the launch of its first-ever whisky series. Comprised of three single malt Scotch whiskies, The Experimental Series aims to ‘redefine tradition’, with a belief that single cask spirits are not just about heritage, but also ‘curiosity, exploration and innovation’. Tailored Spirits Co. is a new start-up […]
Glenmorangie has today launched a new global campaign starring Harrison Ford. Legendary for his countless iconic movie roles, the Hollywood actor is said to bring his trademark wry humour to the fore in a series of episodic films directed by actor and film-maker Joel Edgerton. The series of films titled ‘Once Upon a Time in […]
Organisers of The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival – which is now in its 26th year, have launched a preview of the events taking place during this year’s festival. This year’s event which will run between April 30th – May 5th, will include around 500 events across 89 venues in Speyside, including a number of […]
