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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

At the TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes, Spiritique will showcase two Cohobé expressions – Libération and Élévation.  In a partnership with JP Aucher (Green Village L60) on the JP-GTR stand. Both Libération and Élévation are aged in small French oak barrels and have distinct flavors. The company plans to capitalize on the fast-growing world whisk(e)y category in travel retail Originally from France, Cohobé whisky is distilled in traditional French pot […]

In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, James Eadie and six Scottish producers have created a unique partnership. The agreement will explore 1920s distillation techniques used to produce whisky. In September, each distillery will launch a new spirit in a special collection. The new expressions will be inspired by a historic guide to Scotch whisky production from the early 20th century. Assisting them were whisky experts Dave Broom and Alan Winchester of the […]

On the one hand, Glenfiddich offers affordable age-statement whiskies. On the other hand, there are high-end, ultra-aged, luxury single malts that cost a pretty penny but can be well worth it. Among the distillery’s single malt offerings, the Grand Series represents the pinnacle. It’s a collection of whiskies aged for decades in various types of casks, some of which are quite rare. A new release in the series of Glenfiddich […]

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has received a consent judgment in a Texas court that prohibits the company in question, Arkay Beverages, from producing and selling counterfeit Scotch. This is the latest instance in which the SWA has taken legal action to combat imitation and counterfeiting. A press note claimed that Arkay sold its fake product online and through third-party retailers, such as Amazon. Scotch whisky is made from cereals, […]

In a new partnership with the Formula One group, Johnnie Walker continues to expand its responsible drinking initiative. Dubbed Join the Pact, the platform will receive impetus from the top racing program in the world. During the announcement ceremony, Nick Blazquez, President of Diageo in Africa and Asia, disclosed the ambits of the partnership.  A multi-year partnership will allow both companies to promote the platform. However, the big winner was […]

Biodynamic: Cuvée Luna is the distillery’s new flagship whisky. Waterford Distillery is certified by Demeter and the Organic Trust. The whisky is made from 100% Irish barley grown using regenerative biodynamic farming techniques. As the first certified biodynamic whisky in the world, Cuvée Luna builds upon the distillery’s regenerative farming program. The growth of chemical applications after  World War 1 led to the creation of biodynamic farming. Using this method, animals, […]

According to a report in India, Pernod Ricard is considering selling its whisky brand Imperial Blue. When Just Drinks contacted the company, it refused to comment on the “rumors” about its plans. Other reports in the local business publication LiveMint, said that the group is looking to sell Imperial Blue whisky. This would allow it to better focus on its other brands, including Chivas Regal, Glenlivet, and Jameson. Several sources […]