Beyoncé enters spirits world with Moët Hennessy partnership
Moët Hennessy has partnered on a joint venture with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter to create SirDavis, a new American whiskey.
Whisky Live Paris returns for 20th anniversary edition
Whisky Live Paris celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, returning to France’s capital with new addition to the 2024 show, The Agave Patio, paying tribute to the growing interest in the tequila and mezcal market.
Rosebank Distillery reopens with oldest whisky to date
The Rosebank Distillery has now opened its doors after more than 30 years of closure.
Ian Macleod Distillers, in partnership with The Islay Boys, has announced an update on the progress of their new single malt whisky distillery, Laggan Bay, on Islay.
Label 5 launches first grain whisky
Label 5 blended Scotch whisky has launched its first single grain whisky which will initially roll out in the UK market.
The Demeter Collection, created to recognise the work of women in the whisky sector, has raised nearly £50,000 at auction for the OurWhisky Foundation.
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.
The Lakes Distillery honours International Women’s Day
This International Women’s Day, The Lakes Distillery has released a limited-edition single malt whisky to celebrate inclusivity in whisky.
Beam Suntory France begins trading
Beam Suntory France has officially begun operations and is directly responsible for the marketing and distribution of its portfolio in France.
The Artisanal Spirits Company acquires Single Cask Nation
Whisky producer, The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC), and owner of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), has acquired US-based independent bottling brand, Single Cask Nation.
Jura distillery manager to retire
UK single malt whisky Jura has announced the retirement of distillery manager Graham Logan, following three decades of service.
BrewDog launches first rum cask sale with Whisky Hammer
BrewDog Distilling Co has released its first ever rum casks for sale as part of an annual online auction with specialist spirits auctioneer, Whisky Hammer.
Dram opens in Soho
The team behind Milroy’s of Soho and Silverleaf have opened a new whisky bar, Dram, on London’s Denmark Street.
Don Julio producer Diageo, has announced two regenerative agriculture programmes across its tequila and Scotch brands in Mexico and Scotland.
Cask Whisky Association launches to protect reputation of Scotch
The Cask Whisky Association (CWA) has launched to create a safe environment for whisky enthusiasts and customers to buy and sell casks.
Ardbeg launches new experimental series 'Anthology Collection'
Islay single malt Ardbeg has released Ardbeg Anthology: The Harpy’s Tale, the first of a new experimental series from the LVMH brand.
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 co-founder Simon Coughlin retires
Bruichladdich Distillery co-founder, Simon Coughlin, will officially retire on 31 July, after more than 23 years with the Hebridean distillery.
Global spirits volume sees 5% growth for 2022
The IWSR Drinks Market Analysis reported that the global spirits category grew 5% in volume in 2022, driven by whisky, rum and brandy.
Bladnoch Distillery releases The Dragon Series
Scotch whisky distillery Bladnoch, has announced its latest release, The Dragon Series, a collection of five single malt whiskies.
Cutty Sark celebrates 100 years
La Martiniquaise-Bardinet has released a new Anniversary Limited Edition bottling to celebrate 100 years of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky.
The Macallan has revealed the next instalment in its series celebrating the classic advertising campaigns of the brand, Folio 7.
Morris Whisky launches in the UK
Morris Whisky has launched in the UK market this Spring with its Signature and Muscat Barrel whiskies, founded in Australia in 2016.
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.
Jura Distillery trials green building repairs
Jura Distillery, based in Scotland, is set to become the first building in the country to trial an innovative self-repairing limewash as part of the whisky maker’s commitment to sustainability within the industry.
Ireland’s Waterford Distillery, producer of natural whiskies, has announced the launch of Cuvée: Argot, a permanent addition to its single malt whisky range and accompanying Cuvée Concept.
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.
Loch Lomond Group launches new whisky brand
Loch Lomond Group has launched Noble Rebel, a new blended malt Scotch whisky brand, available in three distinct expressions, Orchard Outburst, Smoke Symphony and Hazelnut Harmony.
The Glenrothes launches The 42
The Glenrothes has launched The 42, a limited release single malt whisky, inspired by the colour and character of the distillery’s Highland home.
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.
Nikka releases 2022 Discovery Series single malts to UK
Japanese whisky brand Nikka is releasing two new expressions in the UK, exclusively distributed by drinks agency Speciality Brands, as part of its Discovery Series.
The Lakes Distillery appoints new whisky maker
The Lakes Distillery has appointed Sarah Burgess as its new whisky maker, taking over the role from Dhavall Gandhi.
Brands Report 2023: World Whiskies
Japanese brands take the big plaudits, with Nikka toppling Suntory a year after the reverse happened.
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.
Indian whisky booms
While looming economic uncertainty may be jangling some nerves, for now, premiumisation is driving strong growth both domestically and abroad.
Isle of Harris distillery secures £10 million funding
Scotland’s Isle of Harris Distillery has announced plans for a North American and European expansion following a £10 million funding package from HSBC UK.
On Sunday, BrewDog Distilling Co’s first ever cask sale closed after four days, hosted by Whisky Hammer, which comes as the best performing whisky cask auction to date for a new distillery start-up.
BrewDog launches its first ever whisky cask sale
BrewDog Distilling Co, Scotland’s only carbon negative distillery, has announced its first ever whisky cask sale.
The Macallan unveils new guest expression
The Macallan has introduced a new single malt whisky into The Red Collection, The Macallan 77 Years Old.
White Peak Distillery reveals Christmas whisky
White Peak Distillery, from Derbyshire, UK, has revealed a special whisky release in time for the festive period, Wire Works Whisky Virgin Oak Finish.
Diageo acquires Texas whisky distiller Balcones Distilling
Diageo has announced the acquisition of Balcones Distilling (‘Balcones’), a Texas craft distiller and one of the leading producers of American single malt whisky in the United States.
The Balvenie announces Kelsey McKechnie as malt master
The Balvenie has appointed Kelsey McKechnie as malt master, an announcement that comes as The Balvenie Distillery celebrates David C Stewart MBE’s 60th anniversary with the release of The Balvenie Sixty.
Springbank named World's Most Admired Whisky 2022
Springbank has been named The World’s Most Admired Whisky brand in the second edition of the annual top 50 list released by Drinks International.
The Balvenie releases its oldest whisky ever
Speyside distillery, The Balvenie, has announced the launch of its oldest and rarest whisky ever, The Balvenie Sixty, a single cask bottling from 1962.
Scapegrace Distillery releases first single malt
New Zealand spirits brand Scapegrace has announced the launch of a limited-edition range of single malts, the first whisky released by the brand.
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery introduces Founder's Club
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery has launched its first ever members’ club to give experimental drinkers and whisky enthusiasts the chance to follow the journey of the City’s first single malt English whisky, One Point Six, from cask to glass.
Ardbeg announces its smokiest whisky to date
This month, Ardbeg is set to release its smokiest whisky yet, the Ardbeg Hypernova, an evolution of the popular Supernova series.
Cocktail bar Ruby announces takeover at The Cambridge Public House
Copenhagen cocktail bar, Ruby, will take over Parisian cocktail pub, The Cambridge Public House, on Sunday October 9.
Diageo has unveiled its Elusive Expressions special releases scotch whisky collection, hand-selected by master blender Dr Craig Wilson.
Rampur Distillery launches range of Indian single malt whiskies
Rampur Distillery has announced the launch of Jugalbandi, a series of eight Indian single malt cask strength whiskies, with the first two set to be unveiled at Whisky Live in Paris.