According to the UK government, Scotch whisky has gained protected status in Brazil, worth £25 million over the next five years. A deal between DEFRA, the agri-food attaché in Brazil, DBT, and the UK’s Intellectual Property Office has resulted in Scotch whisky gaining protected status. Due to Scotch whisky’s new status as a Geographical Indication (GI), bootleg products will no longer be mislabeled as Scottish whisky. British Business and Trade […]

A new award was bestowed upon Indri Single Malt Whisky after being awarded ‘Whisky of the Year’ by the USA Spirits Ratings. Organized by the Beverage Trade Network, the USA Spirits Ratings evaluates spirits according to Quality, Value, and Packaging. At the 2024 International Whisky Competition, Indri Dru not only secured a spot in the “Top 15 Whiskies of the Year” but also won accolades including Single Malt Whisky of […]

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Moet Hennessy have teamed up to launch SirDavis, a new whisky. It reflects the shared vision of the two vanguards of culture and craft for the future of American whisky. The SirDavis brand is named after Davis Hogue, Knowles-Carter’s paternal great-grandfather. Who hid whisky bottles in cedar knots for friends and family to find. Today, SirDavis bottles are available worldwide. “I’ve always been drawn to the power […]

At this year’s BCB Global Trade Show, OurWhisky was named the ‘Spirit of Honour’ for 2024. A special education area was dedicated to the spirit. It features seminars and masterclasses by the OurWhisky Foundation, which was founded in 2022 by journalist Becky Paskin. The OurWhisky Foundation supports, recognizes, and empowers women who work in the global whisky industry. “We see whisky is enjoying ever-increasing popularity – both in retail and […]

In the absence of seasoned Scotch whisky lovers, Glenglassaugh is probably unknown to you. But now is your chance to discover it, since the under-heralded single malt producer is releasing some of its oldest expressions. There are three whiskies in the Serpentine Coastal Cask Collection ranging in age from 48 to 51 years. It’s not hard to enjoy these liquids. they may be one of the best values in ultra-aged […]

This week, Lumo announced a new partnership with Holyrood Distillery. The Edinburgh distillery will co-brand a single malt scotch whisky that will be served exclusively onboard Lumo services. Thousands of people gathered at Edinburgh Waverley station before Lumo’s Edinburgh to London service departed. The train carried a ‘Whisky Express’ livery and served the first bottles of the special whisky on August 13. A launch event was held at Holyrood Distillery […]

Work on Shetland’s first whisky distillery is well underway with two 4,000-litre malt stills installed. According to sources, Lerwick Distillery will open shop on Market Street this September. The distillery will import blended whisky before producing single malt whisky on site. Upon opening early next year, people will be able to take tours of the project. By this time, it is estimated that over £4 million will have gone into […]

A new partnership between Arsenal and Chivas Regal has been announced. Chivas Regal will become the Gunners’ first-ever official whisky partner. Prior to the 2024/25 season, celebrate their respective commitments to their communities. According to details, the luxury whisky brand hopes to bring its fans closer to its brands. By focusing on engagement, it aims to provide unforgettable experiences, from exclusive content to global live events. These will involve Arsenal […]

In a move favorable to whisky lovers, Diageo has expanded its ready-to-serve (RTS) cocktail line. The distillery has added a new spirit to The Cocktail Collection: Crown Royal Black Cherry Whisky Sour. In October 2023, Bulleit launched its bottled Manhattan and Old Fashioned cocktails, which had been available since 2022, including Ketel One Vodka Espresso Martinis, Ketel One Vodka Cosmopolitans, and Tanqueray Gin Negronis. In addition, The Cocktail Collection will […]

Coopers Brewery, Australia’s largest independent brewer, has opened a $70 million (US$46 million) whisky facility. It is the company’s first expansion into whisky production in its 162-year history. A new AU$70m brand home, adjacent to the brewery in Adelaide, houses the distillery. The new facility features custom-made copper whisky stills from Scotland. Using a complete cycle, Coopers Brewery produces its own malt on site for use in whisky production. Coopers […]

A rating system is available for all operating distillery visitor centers in Scotland. It is based on 15 different metrics, including cost, number of experiences, visitor reviews, amenities, and whisky awards. Known as the Whisky Travel Index, it has selected Ardbeg as its top whisky tourism destination. The collaboration between the popular London bar Milroy’s of Soho and Good Brothers has given rise to this tourist guide.  Throughout the UK, […]