How Much Can You Make From a Whisky Cask? Based on our experience it is possible to make anything from £2,000 to £144,000 from a whisky cask. Yes, we are aware that is an exceedingly broad answer. So please read on as we run through the factors that impact how much you can make on […]
When we think of Scotch Whisky, on the surface it seems to be a relatively uncomplicated drink. But whether it is single malt, single grain or blended Scotch Whisky, there are a wide range of flavours and aromas that can be created from only three components or ingredients. There are many ways we can influence […]
Buying a whisky cask as an alternative investment is becoming increasingly popular as traditional investments become less reliable. One of the main attractions to owning a cask of whisky is that it is a physical asset. But as casks of whisky have to be kept behind lock and key in HMRC regulated bonded warehouses how […]
Casks are an integral part of the making of whisky. From rare bottles that fetch millions of pounds at auction, to the bottles that line the supermarket shelves: all whisky has to lie in a cask. Scotch whisky, in particular, must mature in its cask for a minimum of three years, and lots of whisky […]
Single grain whisky is the lighter, sweeter sibling of single malt whisky. Until recently single grain has been overshadowed by the staggering performance of single malt whisky and as such has been largely overlooked by investors. However in 2019 the Single Grain SG100 index outperformed the Single Malt SM100 index. So is now the time […]
How Many Bottles Are In A Cask? Casks come in all shapes and sizes, and so the answer to the question ‘how many bottles are in a whisky cask’ yields a fairly long answer. The most commonly found cask of whisky in Scotland is a hogshead which holds 357 70cl bottles or 333 75cl bottles. […]
Japanese whisky has soared in popularity in recent years with collectors buying bottles for astonishing prices at auction. In fact, not long ago we published a blog about bottles of 55-year-old Yamazaki whisky that was to sell for £21k per bottle. However, questions have been raised about the authenticity of Japanese whisky and whether or […]
If you have a whisky cask to sell then the prospect may seem daunting. But selling a cask of whisky is a relatively simple process that can be summed up in five steps. Albeit ones that can take a number of weeks in order to get the best price for your cask. The main steps […]
Scotch whisky is a term that encompasses a range of different whiskies with different flavours and notes. From peated to unpeated, oaky to fruity, the five whisky regions of Scotland produce unique whiskies that allow any whisky lover to try a dram and get a taste for the region. The five whisky regions of Scotland […]
At its most basic level, there are three ways of producing Scotch whisky; single malt, single grain or blended whisky with each method yielding different but equally fascinating results. Single grain may have turned heads in the 2019 investment indexes but what the difference between single malt whisky and single grain whisky? How Is Single […]
Everything you ever needed to know about whisky cask storage All over the world, whisky must be stored in casks for a certain number of years before it can be called whisky (or bourbon, or whiskey depending on where you are). Experts suggest 70-80% of a whisky’s flavour is imparted through reactions in the cask. […]
Coronavirus seems to have impacted on every aspect of normal life, from going to supermarkets to commuting to work. It is also impacting on the value of luxury assets. Whisky in 2019 2019 was a good year for whisky, with the value increasing 5% over the year. Whisky has continued to break records at auctions, […]
We introduced the question ‘Are Whisky Casks A Good Investment?’ in an earlier blog post. That post introduced the principles of investment in casks that allow whisky to be a sound investment when done correctly. It covers: The basics of how whisky casks increase in value Why returns vary Whether casks are the right place […]
The Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index sounds complicated, and in a way it is. Luckily, this article will explain what the index is, where whisky bottles and casks come into it, and how it can help you make an investment if used properly. If you are thinking of making an investment in whisky casks or […]
Caol Ila in the present day. Caol Ila is a favourite among those who have an affinity for Islay whiskies. Caol Ila produces wonderfully balanced single malt whiskies, some of which go into the iconic Johnnie Walker blend. Diageo, who own Caol Ila and the Johnnie Walker blend, have proposed a £150 million renovation to […]
While many people buy whisky casks for the enjoyment we also know that a lot of people want to buy a whisky cask as an investment. But how exactly do invest strategically in casks of whisky and buy the next big thing? Buying A Whisky Cask Investment For some the current global situation means they […]
Scotland is welcoming more visitors to its distilleries than ever before, with visitor capacity at an all-time high. For the first time ever over two million visitors, a year are travelling to take in the delights of the numerous whisky distilleries in all regions of Scotland. Whisky Tourism Continues To Grow In 2018 there was […]
An artist’s impression of what Rosebank will look like. Rosebank whisky has many dedicated fans, thanks to its rounded and fruity palate and cult status. This lowland distillery closed its doors in 1993 and most of the equipment, including the stills and mash tun, was stolen in 2008. The distillery sat mothballed for many years, […]
In the final part of our Romance of the Cask series we are discussing the end. Specifically we are looking at how warehouses, including their location, can impact your whisky, what finishing is, and what is in store for a cask once it can no longer be used for whisky. If you haven’t already you […]
In the third part of our Romance of the Cask series we are discussing the effects of toasting versus charring and explaining why size does matter when it comes to cask maturation. If you haven’t already you can read parts one and two.