Chivas Brothers Invests in Long Term River Conservation
Pernod Ricard’s Scotch whisky business, Chivas Brothers, announced a new, long-term investment program starting this year. The project looks to preserve, protect, and improve the health of rivers and waterways in North-East Scotland. According to research data, three-quarters of Scotland’s rivers are in poor ecological health. By the end of the century, they will be […]
Whisky Magazine Awards 2024 Highlights
The Whisky Magazine Awards 2024 were held at Merchant Taylors’ Hall in London on Wednesday 20 March. As usual, showcasing the best people, places, and products in the whisky industry. Some of the industry’s legends attended the function to express their support. The annual award highlights the best in its categories in honor of their […]
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Distillery 291 from Basement to Whisky Distillery
This is not a rags-to-riches story. It is an artistic journey of one of Colorado’s most unique single malt whisky from a home basement to a top-producing whisky distillery. Michael Myers, a former fashion photographer, named Distillery 291 after Alfred Stieglitz’s New York gallery. The distillery uses Colorado-grown grain to produce its whisky, in an effort to contribute to the local economy. The whisky is finished with charred aspen staves […]
Pernod Ricard Chinese Distillery Celebrates First Whisky
Global whisky distillery giant, Pernod Ricard, is celebrating its Chinese distillery’s first single malt whisky. The Chaun Distillery is part of the French company’s expansion plan. The distillery is rolling out its first whisky that was processed in the Chinese plant. The launch coincides with the opening of the company’s Experience Centre where whisky enthusiasts can participate in tours, tasting sessions, and purchases. In November 2021, Pernod Ricard invested $150 […]
Waterford Whisky Brings New Cuvée Concepts to the US
A new core range of Waterford Whisky’s Cuvée Concepts will be introduced to the United States. These releases mark an important milestone in Waterford Whisky’s quest to create single malt whiskies with natural flavor. Waterford Whisky Cuvée Concepts Enroute to the US “The natural progression of our unique terroir mission was to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Grand Vins of Bordeaux or the Grande Marques of Champagne, and […]
Whisky Leads UK Drinks Exports Impressive Growth
UK drinks exports have grown by 13% this year to an impressive £9.4 billion impulsed by strong whisky sales. With Scotch whisky forming the bulk of Britain’s heritage drinks products, major European countries have maintained traditional purchases despite the sluggish economy. However, sales of other alcoholic beverages including gin and beer, have reduced drastically due to bureaucratic impediments imposed by Brexit. Although the exact reduction quantity is not clearly outlined, […]
Eagle River Whisky Looks to Expand Facilities
The owners of the Eagle River Whisky distillery discovered that their tasting room and distillery may just be too small. The company invited whisky enthusiasts to a tasting session at the distillery hall, however, the turnout was overwhelming. The demand for the spirit led the couple to initiate expansion plans immediately. “We quickly realized that it would be too costly to retrofit it to become the state-of-the-art, sustainable distillery we […]
Whisky Live Toasts in Dubai February 2024
The annual whisky festival, Whisky Live, will roll out the 2024 spirit show in Dubai. The show will honor the country making it the host of the first festival to be held in the Middle East. The program is set to launch in mid-February under the guidance of the Malt Society Arabia (MSA). The partnership between the MSA and Paragraph Publishing will rename the Dubai festival Malt Live Dubai. According to […]
Glen Moray Releases Phoenix Rising Single Malt
Speyside distiller Glen Moray has delved into mythology with their latest release – Phoenix Rising, a single malt finished in heavily charred oak casks – based on the mythological bird of yore which rises from the ashes of fire. Glen Moray Phoenix Rising was initially aged in bourbon casks, then finished in new oak charred by fire before being bottled at 40% alcohol by volume [80 proof] and is said […]
Scotch Whisky Poised to Celebrate Most Productive Year
The Scotch whisky industry is on a sure course to celebrate its best economic performance. Various indicators are showing large profits that already exceed previous years, without including the last quarter’s sales reports. Scotch whisky producers, such as the Chivas Brothers are celebrating a huge uptick in exports and local sales. According to figures from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA), 2023 exports could surpass £6 billion (US$7.5 billion) for only […]
Chivas Brothers Whisky Workers Suspend Strike
The festive season got a breather today as Chivas Brothers Whisky workers decided to suspend their strike and review a new offer. The workers at the distillery Scotland branches voted unanimously to suspend strike action that was set to start next week. The Kilmalid, Dalmuir, and Strathclyde Grain distilleries of Chivas Brothers, represented by Unite the Union, voted to strike by 91.2%. Between December 11 and 14, Chivas Brothers‘ workers […]
Fireball Whisky Rolls Out Dragnum Classy Collection
There is a new easy-to-gift collection from Fireball Whisky, the world’s #1 shot brand, called the Fireball Dragnum Classy Collection. Included in the collection are crystal shot glasses, dragon egg caviar, and a magnum-sized bottle of Fireball whisky called the Dragnum. The release follows the launch of Fireball Dragnum, a giant champagne unveiled for the festive season. Dragnum is encased in a sleek glass bottle similar to the classic Fireball […]
Salud Spirits Releases Chichibu Whisky
Dutch distributor Salud Spirits has released a new Chichibu Japanese whisky matured in red wine casks called Ichiro’s Malt & Grain Red Wine Cask for their ‘Spirits of Salud’ label. Salud Spirits’ Chichibu’s Ichiro’s Malt & Grain Red Wine Cask was matured in red wine casks, bottled at 59.8% alcohol by volume [119.6 proof] and is said to offer notes of almond, fudge, nougat, pear and red peppercorn. Only 272 […]
Forest Distillery Adds New Whisky
UK-based spirits producer Forest Distillery has rolled out a new whisky after increasing its production to meet demand. The new spirit is entitled Blend 26 and is the latest addition to its permanent range of single malt whisky. The expression joins dozens of new whiskies released for this year’s festive season. This year’s blend whisky features barley grown in Cheshire, wild yeast, and the distillery’s spring water. The expression was […]
Walsh Whiskey Unveils The Irishman – Legacy
Walsh Whiskey has released The Irishman Legacy – a limited edition single malt Irish whiskey celebrating 700 years of Irish whiskey distilling history. The Irishman Legacy was initially matured in both bourbon and sherry casks, finished for 15 months in Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine casks, bottled at 46% alcohol by volume [92 proof] and is said to offer notes of bay leaf, chocolate, leather, oak and peach. The Irishman Legacy is being […]
Chivas Brothers Workers Set Strike Dates
Hundreds of workers at the Chivas Brothers whisky facilities throughout Scotland will move into strike action early this month. two workers’ unions have coordinated the staff walkout between December 11 and 14, 2023. The strike comes amidst a staff rejection of 97% of a salary increase offered by the distillery. After rejecting a pay increase, over 500 Unite and GMB members will walk out for 24 hours at various Chivas […]
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