Suntory Limited has recently announced some price hikes on standard releases. Whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita will be affected, as well as Hibiki and Ao. In a press release Suntory said “we will be implementing price revisions in order to further improve the brand value by improving the quality of the contents, strengthening our […]
The ballot that offers Laphroaig fans a chance to buy the new Laphroaig Archive Collection 36 Year Old will open today (27th November). Only 400 bottles are available from this exclusive new release, and lucky ballot winners will pay £3,750 for the bottle. The Laphroaig Archive Collection is a new venture from Laphroaig that “[honours] […]
The whisky industry breathed a collective sigh of relief yesterday (22nd November) as it was announced that alcohol duty will be frozen until August 2024. There had been apprehension that Chancellor Jeremy Hunt would impose a 15% duty hike on alcohol in the UK, potentially costing the industry over £100 million. The news of the […]
The Scotch whisky industry is bracing itself for another blow ahead of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement on Wednesday 22nd November. It has been reported that the Treasury will impose a 15% duty rise on the industry, which SNP members say will devastate the industry. Jeremy Hunt is expected to outline his economic plans this week, […]
2023 was a big year for the Welsh whisky industry, as the tipple was registered under the UK Geographical Indication scheme (UKGI) in July of this year and given PGI (protected geographical indication) status. The first distilleries to be given this status were Penderyn, In The Welsh Wind, Da Mhile, and Coles. As of October […]
Ardbeg distillery has unveiled The Rollercoaster, a very limited edition set of two Ardbeg whiskies distilled in the 1980s for €100,000. The whiskies, distilled in March 1981 and October 1989 respectively, were chosen to represent the tumultuous history of the Ardbeg distillery prior to becoming an Islay institution.
In an ambitious luxury crossover, whisky, yachting, and design collide to create the new Philos by The Glenrothes, Studio Indigo, and Little Halstock. The result is a unique and impressive feat of engineering, with a 1969 Glenrothes at the front and centre. Whisky has been reimagined as a luxury asset in recent years, and releases […]
Talisker Distillery on the Isle of Skye has been conducting whisky experiments over the last few years, in partnership with the marine conservation charity Parley for the Oceans, including the Wilder Seas and the Forests of the Deep. The Talisker Glacial Edge 45 Year Old is the final release in the series, and pushes the […]
Johnnie Walker has unveiled the latest release in its Lunar New Year series: Johnnie Walker Blue Label Year of the Dragon. Johnnie Walker has long been releasing limited-edition Blue Label bottlings to celebrate the Lunar New Year. These releases are particularly popular in Asia, where the Lunar New Year is most often celebrated and observed. […]
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued an enforcement notice to whisky cask investment companies, demanding greater transparency in their advertising. This directive, effective from January 2, 2024, aims to ensure that consumers are not misled and are fully informed about the risks and details of such investments. The notice requires that advertisements must clearly […]
Bruichladdich distillery has unveiled the latest addition to the limited Black Art series, the Bruichladdich Black Art Edition 11. The Bruichladdich Black Art 11. is a 1994 vintage whisky that was matured on Islay for 24 years before being bottled under the stewardship of Master Distiller Adam Hannett. The Bruichladdich Black Art Edition 11 is […]
Macallan distillery has unveiled the new Distil Your World expression: Macallan Distil Your World Mexico. Macallan’s Distil Your World Series explores different places from all over the globe through the medium of whisky, bringing together cultures and flavours that are indicative of a particular country, city, or event.
The festive season is almost upon us, and what better way to count down to Christmas than by sampling some high-quality whiskies in the run-up to Christmas Eve? Given the growing popularity of whisky advent calendars, there is a wide variety available on the market to suit all budgets. So, let’s run down the best […]
On Thursday 5th October 2023, the hammer came down on a number of one-of-a-kind lots at the Distillers One of One auction. A number of whisky records were broken, and £1.8 million was raised for The Distillers’ Charity Youth Action Fund, which helps young and disadvantaged people in Scotland between the ages of 16 and […]
Halloween is looming, creeping up on us until the clock strikes midnight and bewitching hour officially begins. So, whether you will be out on the town, spooking trick or treaters, or having a quiet night in, there are plenty of chilling Halloween whiskies for you to enjoy this autumn. Let’s take a look at some […]
Laphroaig distillery has unveiled the brand new Elements series, allowing Laphroaig-lovers to look behind the curtain of Laphroaig’s whisky-making process. The Elements series, beginning with Elements 1.0, is an experimental series which has seen the whisky-makers at Laphroaig to explore new and creative ways of making the perfect peaty single malt. Laphroaig Elements 1.0 is […]
When Billy Walker took over management of the GlenAllachie distillery in 2017, it was certain that the distillery was in good hands. Walker, who has been working in the whisky industry since 1972, has a wealth of knowledge and experience and has brought GlenAllachie out of the shadows. In 2023 GlenAllachie’s new peated whisky brand, […]
The city of Stirling is home to a whisky distillery once more. Stirling Distillery, set up by June & Cameron McCann in 2015, saw the first whisky run from its stills in October 2023. And, the spirit just so happens to be the first whisky distilled in Stirling for over 170 years. The couple have […]
Who would have thought that a single-cask whisky club formed in the middle of the 1980s Whisky Loch would see so much success? Industry experts certainly did not think so. How wrong they were. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, formed by an Edinburgh-based account, Pip Hills, in 1983 is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023. […]
If you are beginning to collect whisky, or if you have a collection already, it is vital that you know how to store your bottles correctly to ensure they maintain their quality and value. Read on to find out why storage is important and our 4 steps to successful storage. Why is storage important? Correct […]