Teeling Unveils Birthday Whiskey
Dublin-based Irish whiskey producer Teeling has released a limited edition whiskey named Birthday Batch to celebrate their 10th birthday. Teeling Birthday Batch is a blend of some of Teeling’s oldest single malt and pot still whiskies, matured in ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 46% alcohol by volume [92 proof] and is said to offer notes of […]
Bladnoch Makes Waves Again
Lowland-based Bladnoch – Scotland’s southernmost whisky distillery – is making waves again with the release of The Wave II, the second single malt in their Wave Master Distiller’s Collection. Bladnoch Wave II spent time in Amontillado sherry casks, was bottled at 57% alcohol by volume [114 proof] and is said to offer notes of ginger, […]
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Chuan Malt Whisky Distillery Wins World Travel Awards Title
At the esteemed World Travel Awards, Chuan Malt Whisky Distillery won the category of Asia’s Leading Whisky Distillery Tour. This distinction underscores the distillery’s dedication to craftsmanship and dedication to providing visitors with an unforgettable experience. The Chuan Malt Whisky Distillery offers enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience the art of whisky-making. Enjoy a welcome at the visitor center, where visitors learn the distillery’s rich history. Each step of the […]
The Dalmore Debuts Distillery Select Series
Highland-based distillery The Dalmore has released a new limited single malt whisky series – The Distillery Select – which will feature rare whiskies from specific casks hand-selected by The Dalmore. Three whiskies mark the debut of the series, led out by Dalmore Distillery Select 2009 single malt, matured for 15 years and finished in rare sherry casks from González Byass, then bottled at 52.8% alcohol by volume [105.6 proof] and […]
MONARQ Group Partners With Ardnahoe Distillery
MONARQ Group has announced a new partnership with Ardnahoe, an Islay single malt Scotch whisky distillery. Through this exclusive agreement, MONARQ will distribute Ardnahoe throughout the Caribbean, Latin America, and the US. With this strategic partnership, MONARQ will leverage its established distribution network and market expertise. The process will introduce Ardnahoe’s distinctive Islay single malt to whisky lovers and connoisseurs worldwide. A distillery owned and operated independently, Ardnahoe is the […]
Edrington Sells The Famous Grouse Scotch Whisky
According to reports, Edrington has agreed to sell The Famous Grouse Scotch whisky to Glenfiddich owner William Grant & Sons. The deal is subject to regulatory approval. Edrington’s brand portfolio includes the whiskies The Macallan and The Glenrothes, as well as Brugal rum and Wyoming whiskey. Yesterday, Edrington said the disposals are “the next stage of our mission to craft exceptional ultra-premium spirits”. The distillery communicated through its subsidiary the […]
The Devil Drinks Oloroso – This Is Halloween
Several spooky drams have been released by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society for Halloween, and if you are a fan of sherried whisky then try this one. Chief among these is The Devil Drinks Oloroso. In a dark abyss where barrels are sent to repent, ‘The Devil Drinks Oloroso’ is a 16 Year Old Mannochmore whisky distilled in 2006. The whiskey spent 13 years in a bourbon hogshead before a […]
Ardbeg 5 Year Old Wee Beastie – Perfect Halloween Gift
It’s Halloween and midnight has finally come, marking the official start of the bewitching hour, so whether you’re dressed up, trick-or-treating, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, there are plenty of chilling Halloween whiskies. One very popular spooky spirit is the Ardbeg 5 Year Old Wee Beastie. It is evident by the name of this fiery dram. The spirit tastes of coffee, fennel, and tree sap on the […]
Nikka Whisky Celebrates 90 Years of Japanese Whisky
The history of Nikka Whisky, and the entire Japanese whisky category, can be traced back to one man: Masataka Taketsuru. A sake brewery has been in his family since 1733, and he joined the business before studying fermentation techniques at Osaka Technical School. Amidst the economic turmoil after the First World War, Settsu Shuzo abandoned its whiskey production plans. Shinjiro Torii of Kotobukiya (later renamed Suntory) hired Taketsuru to oversee the […]
Ballantine’s Reveals Elton John And John Lennon Tribute Releases
Ballantine’s will release a pair of tribute scotch whiskies with limited edition label designs highlighting UK legends Elton John and John Lennon as part of their True Music Icons collection. Ballantine’s Finest Elton John Edition label is inspired by his live performance at Dodger Stadium, in Los Angeles, in 1975 while Ballantine’s Finest John Lennon Edition design features Lennon’s official logo, self-portrait sketch and iconography. Both of the Ballantine’s True […]
Bladnoch Renames Single Malt Whisky Range
The Scottish distillery Bladnoch has renamed its whisky ranges and introduced two new single malts to its Heritage Collection. Replacing its 11-year-old and 14-year-old whiskies, it added two new age-stated offerings – a 13-year-old and a 16-year-old. The new releases will complement the distillery’s existing aged expressions, Bladnoch 19-year-old and 30-year-old. Inspired by the distillery’s 207-year heritage and whisky-making history, Bladnoch’s maturing stocks will be available everywhere. Bottled at 46.7% […]
Glen Scotia Creates Whisky for Maclean Foundation
Formin a new oasis for Madagascar, Glen Scotia distillery has created an Alice in Wonderland-inspired whisky to provide clean water for life. To support the work of The Maclean Foundation (TMF), Glen Scotia has donated a specially selected first-fill Bourbon cask to the charity. Nearly 2,000 Madagascarans have already benefited from this charity founded by Scotch whisky expert Charles Maclean MBE and his three sons, Ewan, Jamie, and Lachlan. With […]
Ardbeg Revives 17-Year-Old Single Malt
Islay-based Ardbeg Distillery has revived their 17-year-old single malt – originally discontinued in 2004 after the distillery’s purchase by The Glenmorangie Company – as a limited edition, albeit, only available to the Ardbeg Committee. Ardbeg 17-Years-Old single malt was initially introduced in 1997, bottled at 40% alcohol by volume [80 proof] and was said to offer notes of their trademark smoke. Ardbeg 17 Years Old is being made available exclusively […]
Campari Group Buys Into Capevin Holdings
Campari Group has acquired a 14.6% minority stake in Capevin Holdings, which indirectly owns the Scotch whisky company responsible for several major brands, from ODC (BidCo). Capvein, a South African holding company, owns CVH Spirits, a Scottish company that produces and commercializes single malt whiskies Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Tobermory, and Ledaig, as well as blended whiskies Scottish Leader and Black Bottle. Campari paid £69.6 million in cash for the minority stake […]
Indri Whisky Garners Tesco Listing
An Indian single malt whisky brand has secured a distribution deal with Tesco stores across England. Indri Trini, a non-chill-filtered single malt, will be available in 79 Tesco stores across the country. According to Tesco, the decision to list Indri demonstrates its commitment to offering a diverse range of products to appeal to an increasingly broad range of shoppers. Helen Barugh, channel director of grocery at Mangrove Global, commented: “The […]
Royal Salute Releases 21-year-old Harris Reed Edition
Royal Salute has announced the release of its 21-year-old Harris Reed Edition. Reed is a celebrated designer for Nina Ricci and the rare decanter has a suggested retail price of $248 and an alcohol by volume of 40%. “I always strive to focus my creativity on magnifying what’s on the inside, and diving into the depths of Royal Salute’s unique heritage and our shared passion for craft and pushing creative […]
Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra Unveils With History
In partnership with the London Design Festival, Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra will be revealed at this year’s festival. The spirit’s container is described as the world’s lightest 700ml Scotch whisky glass bottle. In addition, Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ultra has also partnered with Marshmallow Laser Feast. The studio will create a Landmark Project installation at the Old Selfridges Hotel in Marylebone. According to a press release, Johnnie Walker’s master […]
Kanosuke Distillery Launches New Limited Edition Whisky
In conjunction with Diageo’s UK launch, Japanese whisky maker Kanosuke is launching a limited edition whisky expression. Kanosuke’s headquarters are located in Kagoshima, a region along Japan’s southern coast. The range includes Kanosuke Japanese Single Malt, Kanosuke Hioki Japanese Pot Still Grain Whisky, and the LE Kanosuke Single Malt 2023. In 2017, Yoshitsugu Komasa created Kanosuke Distillery, named in honor of Kanosuke Komasa, his grandfather. Originally from Japan, his grandfather […]
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