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] […]
In our new YouTube video, Mark takes a deep dive into four amazing bottles of Japanese whisky available to buy on the Mark Littler Shop: Hibiki 17 Year Old Shiki Kacho Limited Edition – £16,800 Hanyu 1991 Ichiros Malt Jack of Clubs 2nd Edition – £25,551 Hanyu 1988 Ichiros Malt King of Diamonds 2nd Edition […]
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 […]
Bowmore distillery on Islay has been producing top-notch whisky since 1816, with the success thanks in part to the microclimate found in Bowmore’s No.1 Vaults which lie below sea level. Whisky from Bowmore is often slightly smoky with notes of salt, citrus, and tropical fruit. Sherried Bowmore packs a punch with chocolate, dark fruits, and […]
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 […]
The Macallan 1926 60 Year Old is the most expensive whisky in the world. But did you know that it was bottled in four different versions? Each version is unique and has its own auction history. In this video, Mark takes a deep dive into each iteration of the Macallan 1926 60 Year Old, as […]
Let’s talk whisky fudge! As Christmas approaches you may be looking for a gift for the whisky lovers in your life. If said whisky lover also happens to have a sweet tooth, then look no further. There is a wide variety of whisky fudge on the market, containing drams from a range of distilleries in […]
In 2024 the lowlands of Scotland will see the opening of a new distillery at Ardgowan, which vows to be carbon neutral. Ardgowan distillery is set to open in 2024, following a £20 million construction project on the historic Ardgowan Estate near Inverkip, Firth of Clyde. The construction of the distillery is being overseen by […]
Laphroaig distillery has a very dedicated following, and a rich heritage that includes whisky distillation on Islay dating back to the mid-1700s. Since its establishment in 1815, Laphraoig distillery has produced some spectacular single malts and established an avid fan base. As such, when old and rare bottles of Laphroaig are seen at auction, Laphroaig […]
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.
The spirit caramel debate has raged in the whisky industry for decades. As the only additive allowed in Scotch whisky, E150a has caused a huge amount of controversy between whisky purists and caramel advocates. The most extreme example of spirit caramel use in whisky in the Loch Dhu 10 Year Old The Black Whisky. In […]
A rare whisky opportunity presents itself for fans of Macallan everywhere! We have bottled this Macallan 22 Year Old Whisky Liqueur – distilled in the 1920s and bottled in the 1940s – into 10ml drams for you to try. Trying whisky this old and rare is something that is usually reserved for high-net-worth individuals. However, […]
Have you ever wondered what 1920s Macallan tastes like? Or perhaps you are curious about what makes the Loch Dhu 10 Year Old The Black Whisky the worst whisky in the world? Buying rare and expensive whiskies to drink is an opportunity that is usually only open to high-net-worth individuals. However, now you can try […]
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 […]
In the second part of our series on Johnnie Walker, we delve into the heart of their whisky-making process – blending. Johnnie Walker’s legacy spans two centuries, and their unwavering commitment to quality is evident in every bottle. This commitment begins with the careful selection of grains and malted barley from various Scottish regions, each […]
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. […]
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 […]