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, […]

With over 3000 casks stored in a warehouse in Glenrothes, The Single Cask has selected eight whisky experts to become their first-ever Taste Masters to help with the noshing, tasting, bottling, and creation of their single cask whiskies. A Fife-based business, The Single Cask sets out to simplify the process of selecting a whisky by categorizing its bottles into five mood categories: cheerful, playful, bold, curious, and easy-going. In collaboration […]

Mackmyra Swedish whisky will be distributed by Summerton Whiskey Club in the UK starting in January. It will release a new “core range” including Svensk Ek and Svensk Rök single malts. Svensk Rök single malts will be available in 700ml bottles. his year, the distiller left the UK market and is now back with its “updated” range. The Swedish distiller was founded in 1998 and launched its first whiskies in […]

Atom Group and its subsidiaries, Master of Malt, Atom Brands, and Maverick Drinks, were sold back to Atom Group’s founder. Occurring six years after the company was bought for an undisclosed amount by AB InBev. According to the Spirit Business, AB InBev’s ZX Ventures acquired Atom Group in April 2018 from founder Justin Petszaft. Master of Malt calls itself the “number one online whisky retailer in the world”.  Offering vintage […]