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From the editors 09 October 2019

The Glenlivet capsules: why the hysteria?

What’s more outrageous: cocktails served in capsules or the fact it’s a Scotch? asks Becky Paskin.
From the editors 02 October 2019

Scotch whisky’s World Class evolution

The global bartending competition has placed Scotch flavour at its heart, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 25 September 2019

A good story just adds to whisky’s pleasure

When whisky has a compelling tale to tell, says Richard Woodard, we should all lend an ear.
From the editors 18 September 2019

Whisky should be accessible for everyone

A discriminatory Dutch nightclub reminds Becky Paskin why whisky must be more inclusive.
From the editors 11 September 2019

How can a simple Highball cause offence?

It’s the same premise as a gin and tonic, so why the resistance to Highballs, asks Dave Broom?
From the editors 10 September 2019

The unpredictable world of new distilleries

Large or small, new whisky ventures can be capricious creatures, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 04 September 2019

Scottish oak’s bright yet uncertain future

Scotland’s native oak must be nurtured if it’s to be used for whisky-making, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 28 August 2019

Whisky doesn’t need to be intimidating

Whisky bars should take inspiration from coffee shops when designing menus, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 21 August 2019

Malts must stay rooted in locality

Single malts must stay true to their local identity as they become global brands, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 14 August 2019

Whisky innovation depends on drinkers

A recent Instagram post has Dave Broom redefining the success of distillery innovations.
From the editors 07 August 2019

Whisky must make an emotional connection

Swanky visitor centres are no substitute for inspiration and imagination, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 31 July 2019

The changing face of Glasgow’s whisky bars

A whisky bar’s history reflects the shifting stereotype of its drinkers, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 24 July 2019

Whisky marketing can’t live in the past

Pure Scot’s ‘puerile’ Instagram posts look depressingly familiar, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 17 July 2019

Preserve the craft of whisky-making

A day of scything reminds Dave Broom that some whisky-making skills should stay unchanged.
From the editors 10 July 2019

Let’s start treating whisky as an ecology

As the world faces a huge climate challenge, whisky has a role to play, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 03 July 2019

How can we face down the whisky flippers?

Bottle flipping has new whisky distilleries trapped in a Catch-22, Dave Broom discovers.
From the editors 26 June 2019

Secrets of the forest

How long does it take to make a whisky cask? More than 200 years, as Richard Woodard discovers.
From the editors 19 June 2019

Whisky’s identity lies in the landscape

Single malt is more than a spirit; it’s a sum of environment and culture, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 12 June 2019

The joy of whisky’s back catalogue

A day on the Norfolk Broads reminds Richard Woodard not to neglect familiar whiskies.
From the editors 05 June 2019

Whisky never stands still on Islay

Fèis Ìle 2019 reminded Dave Broom that ‘whisky island’ is always changing.
From the editors 29 May 2019

The whisky world is changing

If Scotch wants to keep its top perch, it must change with the times, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 22 May 2019

Whisky is a whole sensory experience

A trip to Japan reminds Dave Broom how all our senses influence our appreciation of whisky.
From the editors 15 May 2019

The joy of sharing music and whisky

Through sharing our passions we can rediscover why we first fell in love, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 08 May 2019

Rebalance the approach to whisky making

Whisky can’t improve, says Dave Broom, if it’s focused solely on efficiency and tradition.
From the editors 01 May 2019

Whisky lives in the ‘now’

An evening with the great Sir Ian McKellen reminds Richard Woodard of whisky’s immediacy.
From the editors 24 April 2019

Carlsberg’s new slogan is oddly refreshing

Carlsberg probably isn’t the world’s best, says Dave Broom, but can anything really be?
From the editors 17 April 2019

The power of Sherry cask provenance

More attention needs paying to the provenance of Sherry casks, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 10 April 2019

Easter’s about more than chocolate

Dave Broom is impartial to chocolate eggs, but there are other ways to enjoy Easter.
From the editors 03 April 2019

Scott Walker’s radical snub of routine

Walker’s work shows risks should be taken, in whisky as well as music, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 27 March 2019

Let’s give blends the respect they deserve

Maybe if we treat blends as ‘special’, says Richard Woodard, that’s just what they’ll become.
From the editors 20 March 2019

Are writers missing whisky’s real stories?

Restaurant critic Jay Rayner gives Dave Broom food for thought on whisky writing.
From the editors 13 March 2019

Extreme whisky tasting in Glencoe

Dave Broom joined an expedition of whisky lovers on an icy mountain for an unusual launch.
From the editors 05 March 2019

The fake news fallout of Lidl’s Queen Margot

The misreporting of news has effects that stretch beyond whisky awards, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 27 February 2019

The genius simplicity of Mark Hollis’ music

Like whisky, the late musician’s music was truly creative in its simplicity, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 19 February 2019

Japanese whisky faces its new future

In the face of controversy and stock shortages, Japanese whisky is reawakening, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 13 February 2019

Why foreign owners are good for Scotch

A hike in Tuscany reminds Richard Woodard of the benefits of overseas investment in whisky.
From the editors 06 February 2019

Today’s whisky drinker deserves better

In a world awash with whisky, warns Dave Broom, there’s no place for lazy innovation.
From the editors 30 January 2019

What is English whisky?

With 20-plus distilleries making whisky in England, Richard Woodard ponders a question of identity.
From the editors 25 January 2019

How can a whisky be worth $60,000?

Macallan’s 72 Year Old has Dave Broom wondering if some whisky is deserving of a high price.
From the editors 23 January 2019

Remembering Gérard Basset OBE

The great sommelier proved you can combine ambition and drive with humility, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 16 January 2019

Industry woes brought new era to whisky

Difficult times can emphasise the resilience of whisky and humanity, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 09 January 2019

Whisky’s changing times and fortunes

The whisky industry has changed but the same welcoming spirit remains, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 02 January 2019

Could whisky become the drink of 2019?

It’s been hotly tipped as the spirit to watch, says Dave Broom, but is this whisky’s year?
From the editors 25 December 2018

Whisky’s future lies in the everyday

Look to whisky’s humble origins of conviviality to find its future trends, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 19 December 2018

Whisky’s Chinese paradox

Whisky must adopt a different approach to tap China’s market potential, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 12 December 2018

Whisky’s shifting balance of power

In Scotch whisky and in the wider world, says Richard Woodard, nothing lasts forever.
From the editors 05 December 2018

Texture’s vital role in whisky tasting

Texture should play more prominence when describing whisky, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 28 November 2018

Cognac’s lesson for single malt lovers

A visit to Cognac reminds Richard Woodard that ‘single’ malts aren’t quite what they seem.
From the editors 21 November 2018

How to ‘not taste’ whisky

Dave Broom’s approach to tasting whisky is methodical, but this is how to ‘not taste’ it.
From the editors 14 November 2018

Stop analysing whisky and just enjoy it

Like art, we need to stop analysing whisky to really appreciate it, writes Becky Paskin.
From the editors 07 November 2018

Storytelling brings whisky to life

The very best of whisky exists on a ‘higher level of bullshit’, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 31 October 2018

How rare do you like your whisky?

Rarity has many facets, writes Dave Broom, including the decision to share the rare.
From the editors 24 October 2018

Whisky is becoming over-complicated

Attempts to ‘simplify’ Scotch whisky are only complicating it further, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 17 October 2018

Navigating whisky’s dense woodland

Sometimes too much choice makes it hard to see the wood for the trees, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 10 October 2018

Whisky’s road less travelled

The ‘safe’ revamp of Glenrothes represents a lost opportunity, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 26 September 2018

Whisky’s journey began millions of years ago

Deep in the Outer Hebrides, Dave Broom is awe-struck by a reminder of whisky’s ancient foundations.
From the editors 19 September 2018

Scotch’s rulebook: a liberating force?

Far from stifling innovation, says Richard Woodard, Scotch’s regulations can inspire it.
From the editors 12 September 2018

Calling out whisky marketing bull

Dave Broom is enraged upon reading a press release announcing the launch of Allt-a-Bhainne.
From the editors 05 September 2018

It’s time to protect whisky’s history

Dave Broom argues why historical sites such as Lindores and Kennetpans must be preserved.
From the editors 29 August 2018

Whisky in the golden hour

Whisky, like music, has the power to evoke a visceral response in us, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 22 August 2018

Don’t sacrifice authenticity for innovation

Whisky innovation doesn’t necessitate radical changes, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 15 August 2018

Recalling Scotch’s usquebaugh roots

Dave Broom reflects on the impact the traditional flavoured spirit has on our whisky today.
From the editors 08 August 2018

Propaganda is harming whisky education

Brands have a duty to teach the whole truth, not just their own version, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 01 August 2018

Whisky, cliché and the real Scotland

Clichés are rooted in truth, says Dave Broom, so don’t ignore them – but look beyond them.
From the editors 25 July 2018

Let experiences shape your palate

Engaging with the world around you can help heighten your whisky experience, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 18 July 2018

Why we should cherish grain whisky

Time among the vines in Champagne reminds Richard Woodard of grain’s vital importance.
From the editors 11 July 2018

Pentimento: peeling away whisky’s layers

As art and music converge, there are links with how we appreciate whisky, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 04 July 2018

Every distillery must be unique

A poorly worded press release has Dave Broom considering Scotch whisky’s individuality.
From the editors 27 June 2018

What’s the future of whisky?

These are the trends shaping the whisky industry, according to producers, writes Becky Paskin.
From the editors 20 June 2018

Don’t forget about the tour guides

If a distillery visitor centre is being upgraded, so should the staff training, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 13 June 2018

World Cup and whisky: hope vs expectation

In whisky as in football, says Richard Woodard, it’s best to keep our expectations low.
From the editors 06 June 2018

Embracing imperfection

The world is full of flaws, says Dave Broom, but that makes it endlessly fascinating.
From the editors 05 June 2018

Top 10 tips for surviving Fèis Ìle

Reflecting on a busy Islay Festival 2018, Becky Paskin presents her ultimate survival guide.
From the editors 30 May 2018

The importance of being modest

Whisky is a humble spirit at heart, says Dave Broom – something we should never forget.
From the editors 23 May 2018

The heart and the head

In the quest for whisky information, says Dave Broom, never neglect the power of emotion.
From the editors 16 May 2018

Life beyond the whisky bubble

Dave Broom reports from Japan on the challenges facing the country’s whisky industry.
From the editors 09 May 2018

Whisky is finally lightening up

The fun and games at Spirit of Speyside are a sign whisky’s becoming more relaxed, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 02 May 2018

The eternal quest for balance

In whisky as in art, says Dave Broom, we need to find space for our own interpretations.
From the editors 25 April 2018

Whisky’s moments of revelation

The curious tale of a manatee reminds Dave Broom of whisky’s power to conjure an epiphany.
From the editors 18 April 2018

The evolution of the whisky landscape

Dave Broom reflects on the shift in seasons, and maturation of the modern whisky drinker.
From the editors 11 April 2018

Alfred Barnard: the first whisky blogger?

Richard Woodard vents his frustration at the legendary writer’s shortcomings.
From the editors 04 April 2018

Schrödinger’s whisky: the genuine fake

When is a fake not a fake? Dave Broom tells a tangled tale of a 1977 bottle of Highland Park.
From the editors 28 March 2018

Scores: the ‘sat nav’ of whisky appreciation

They serve a purpose, says Dave Broom, but discourage us from exploring the wider world.
From the editors 21 March 2018

In whisky, to err is divine

Like fine wine, great whisky comes from a willingness to make mistakes, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 14 March 2018

Antipodean whisky’s new flavour map

Dave Broom finds much to celebrate in the diverse whiskies of Australia and New Zealand.
From the editors 07 March 2018

Stop fetishising whisky of the past

Whisky produced in the ‘Golden Age’ wasn’t always better, says Dave Broom, just different.
From the editors 28 February 2018

Blended whisky’s world of flavour

A trip to Israel reminds Dave Broom of our need to blend spices, tea, music – and whisky.
From the editors 20 February 2018

Drinking whisky: the ultimate winter sport

As the Winter Olympics dominates our TV screens, Dave Broom celebrates whisky’s vital role.
From the editors 14 February 2018

The perennial nature of love and whisky

Love, like whisky, shouldn’t be shared on just one day a year, writes Becky Paskin.
From the editors 07 February 2018

Don’t wholly trust an auctioneer’s expertise

If you’re buying whisky at auction it will pay to do your own research, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 31 January 2018

The road to Diageon Alley

Diageo’s Harry Potter-esque innovations aren’t all that far-fetched, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 24 January 2018

Barley’s new world of whisky flavour

Visiting Seattle, Dave Broom has his mind blown by the innovative use of barley varieties.
From the editors 17 January 2018

Time’s up for sexism in whisky

Gender-appropriate whisky has no place in a world devoted to fighting sexism, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 09 January 2018

Remembering Carl Reavey (1956-2018)

Dave Broom reflects on the life and legacy of one of whisky’s most lovable characters.
From the editors 08 January 2018

Why aren’t bartenders excited by Scotch?

Scotch brands and classic cocktails are failing to inspire bartenders, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 03 January 2018

Like life, whisky shouldn't be rushed

As the new year dawns, Dave Broom ponders the value of moving slowly – for people and whisky.
From the editors 26 December 2017

The Highball: Scotch’s answer to inclusivity

Simple, alluring, delicious, yet the Highball is shrouded in mystery, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 20 December 2017

Whisky’s golden age

Has there ever been a more exciting time for whisky? Probably not, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 13 December 2017

How can rare whisky be more inclusive?

As extraordinary whiskies become the preserve of a privileged few, how about spreading the love?
From the editors 06 December 2017

A celebration of individual identity

When whisky enters the luxury sphere, says Richard Woodard, it should do so on its own terms.
From the editors 29 November 2017

Whisky’s rebels without a clue

A rose-tinted view of Scotch’s ‘outlaw’ history is pure marketing BS, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 22 November 2017

Single malt on verge of Chinese explosion

China’s thirst for Scotch is being driven by single malts, not blends, finds Dave Broom.
From the editors 22 November 2017

What can whisky learn from gin?

Originality needn’t depend on ripping up the rulebook, according to Richard Woodard.
From the editors 15 November 2017

The transportive power of whisky

Whisky has the power to transport us through time, but it’s a matter of chance, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 07 November 2017

Peated whisky’s missed opportunity

Peated whisky brands could learn a lesson from hot sauce producers, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 01 November 2017

Whisky innovation’s future is down to chance

Danish creativity reminds Dave Broom that the course of whisky innovation never has run smooth.
From the editors 25 October 2017

Do whisky writers dream of electric soup?

Blade Runner 2049 has Dave Broom questioning the reliability of aroma memories.
From the editors 17 October 2017

Distillery revivals and the single malt boom

With Port Ellen, Brora and Rosebank set to reopen, Dave Broom looks at the broader context.
From the editors 11 October 2017

Whisky dreams with WB Yeats

A poetic reverie leads Dave Broom to ponder the need to ‘tread softly’ when tasting whisky.
From the editors 04 October 2017

Collaboration is key to whisky innovation

Whisky Speed Dating reminds Becky Paskin why knowledge sharing is so vital in innovation.
From the editors 27 September 2017

Embracing a world beyond Scotch

Whisky shows are no longer the sole preserve of Scotch – or indeed whisky – finds Dave Broom.
From the editors 20 September 2017

Raasay distillery: a sense of place

The opening of the Isle of Raasay distillery reminds Dave Broom of the importance of community.
From the editors 13 September 2017

Is perfume the new whisky?

Dave Broom discovers shifting sands in the culture of perfume making and asks what whisky can learn.
From the editors 30 August 2017

Remembering Michael Jackson 10 years on

A decade after his untimely death, Dave Broom pays tribute to the legendary whisky and beer writer.
From the editors 30 August 2017

Is it time to reinvent the flavour wheel?

There’s no problem categorising whisky flavour profiles, but have we been doing it the right way?
From the editors 23 August 2017

Whisky rules are there to be challenged

Meaningful innovation can still be realised within the boundaries of whisky regulations.
From the editors 18 August 2017

What are whisky brand ambassadors good for?

Ambassadors have a commitment to whisky, which is why getting their brand message right is so vital.
From the editors 16 August 2017

Why can’t whisky be like usquebaugh?

Dave Broom wonders why whisky doesn’t embrace the floral flavours found in ancient Scottish spirit.
From the editors 09 August 2017

A postcard from Islay

For whisky fans and Hebridean seabirds alike, aromas evoke special memories, discovers Dave Broom.
From the editors 02 August 2017

Let’s hear it for cheap blended Scotch

As rare malts hog the headlines, isn’t it time that less expensive drams got some respect?
From the editors 26 July 2017

Port casks: what’s in a name?

The wood used to age whisky adds to its story, says Richard Woodard, but let’s get our facts right.
From the editors 19 July 2017

Whisky’s age of uncertainty

At a time of widespread unpredictability, Scotch is enjoying mixed fortunes in the UK.
From the editors 12 July 2017

The joy of consensus

All branches of the drinks trade are now aiming at common goals, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 05 July 2017

Tasting by numbers

Dave Broom discusses changes to the way we score the whiskies we taste – and why words matter more.
From the editors 28 June 2017

Rediscovering the wonder of whisky

A centuries-old text reminds Dave Broom of the open-eyed joy that whisky once inspired.
From the editors 21 June 2017

Ardbeg, ‘crap whisky’ and serendipity

Greatness sometimes comes from a willingness to make mistakes, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 13 June 2017

Binary thinking won’t work in whisky

Whisky is complex and there’s no room for ‘I’m right, you’re wrong’ attitudes, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 07 June 2017

Twin peaks, single malt and David Lynch

The enigmatic director can teach us a thing or two about whisky tastings, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 06 June 2017

Ten things I learned at Fèis Ìle 2017

Dave Broom has plenty of advice to share, from tastings and transportation, to kilts and pants.
From the editors 30 May 2017

Trains, buses, ferries and community spirit

A complicated trek to Islay reiterates what the whisky festival is all about to Dave Broom.
From the editors 24 May 2017

Local doesn’t always mean better

Dave Broom reflects on the focus on local ingredients at the Tokyo International Bar Show.
From the editors 17 May 2017

Getting to grips with grain

Grain plants may lack the romance of single malt distilleries, but that doesn’t make them dull.
From the editors 09 May 2017

Reviving the lost lessons of the past

The momentum of progress embodies the story of human evolution, but is it a one-way street?
From the editors 03 May 2017

Finding whisky’s fun side

A trip to San Francisco has Dave Broom pondering what lessons whisky can learn from rum.
From the editors 25 April 2017

Whisky belongs to all of us

We are all entitled to whisky regardless of gender, class and power, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 19 April 2017

Let’s tear walls down – not build more

Rather than easing our fears, barriers only encourage them to multiply, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 12 April 2017

Bring whisky into the light

Dave Broom reminds us that Scotch is made to be enjoyed year-round, not just in winter.
From the editors 05 April 2017

Not every whisky can be a Macallan

And, according to Richard Woodard, most single malts shouldn’t even try.
From the editors 29 March 2017

The Cognac that thinks it’s a single malt

A new release from Martell in the US says much about the rise and rise of single malt Scotch.
From the editors 21 March 2017

Scotch, watches and crazy money

It’s glib, glitzy and plain bizarre, but does the £40k whisky watch have a deeper significance?
From the editors 15 March 2017

Barley: the bread and butter of whisky

Flavour and efficiency are not enemies; embrace the evolution of barley, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 08 March 2017

Ardbeg moments with Mickey Heads

As the Islay distillery’s manager marks 10 years at the helm, Richard Woodard looks back.
From the editors 01 March 2017

There’s a big whisky world out there

It’s time for Scotchwhisky.com to branch out into the wider whisky realm, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 20 February 2017

The importance of whisky archives

How can it be that in an industry with so much history, Scotch whisky archives are so scarce?
From the editors 15 February 2017

Thinking outside the whisky box

Dave Broom is inspired by the common dedication and passion shown at the first World Whisky Forum.
From the editors 02 February 2017

Scotch, symbols and ‘special friendships’

Dave Broom deliberates the symbolic meaning behind gifting a quaich to the new US President.
From the editors 30 January 2017

Canada is a contender in the whisky game

Another high-quality option just made the whisky world that bit more exciting, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 23 January 2017

Unearthing Islay’s hidden riches

A new project promises to delve deep into the island’s history – with Scotch footing the bill.
From the editors 19 January 2017

‘Bumbling’ Boris, India and Scotch

The UK Foreign Secretary’s working knowledge of whisky is patchy, to judge from a speech this week.
From the editors 12 January 2017

Dave Broom’s 2017 whisky resolutions

Predictions are dangerous, says our chief engineer, so he’s compiled a wish list instead.
From the editors 06 January 2017

Groundhog Day for Scotch distillery boom?

The surge in new Scotch distilleries has some striking similarities to the Victorian whisky boom.
From the editors 04 January 2017

Whisky, porridge and personal preferences

Porridge purist Dave Broom has extended his whisky mantra to the most important meal of the day.
From the editors 22 December 2016

The long history of fake whisky

The discovery of a fake 1903 Laphroaig is a shocking but eerily familiar tale, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 19 December 2016

Is gin a serious threat to Scotch?

Could gin soon be more popular than Scotch in the UK? Let’s all calm down, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 16 December 2016

Remembering Wallace Milroy

The knowledge and kindness Wallace Milroy afforded Dave Broom will be a lasting memory.
From the editors 14 December 2016

The Bourbon boom’s boost for Scotch

American whiskey sales are buoyant; blended Scotch sales less so. But there’s a silver lining…
From the editors 07 December 2016

Shipbuilding and whisky: history’s lessons

Don’t forget the employees working tirelessly behind the scenes of distilleries, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 29 November 2016

It’s not closing time... yet

Don’t call last orders just yet, says Dave Broom, for there’s hope to be found in music and whisky.
From the editors 23 November 2016

What do Oslo and Singapore have in common?

Oslo and Singapore may differ in climate but their whisky messages are the same, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 14 November 2016

Radicalism is good for tradition

To endure, Scotch whisky brands need to practise genuine innovation, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 09 November 2016

Whisky and Port: can chaos create greatness?

The spectacular vineyards of the Douro Valley may yield valuable lessons for Scotch.
From the editors 02 November 2016

Whisky pricing: how much is too much?

Three recent releases prompt thoughts on the quest for true value in Scotch whisky.
From the editors 24 October 2016

Cannabis: a threat to Scotch?

With consumer focus shifting to flavour, should Scotch be worried about legalised cannabis?
From the editors 19 October 2016

Keepers of the Quaich: honouring the many

Thousands of people contribute to Scotch whisky’s success, not just an elite few.
From the editors 12 October 2016

Haig Club’s advert is the tonic Scotch needs

The new advert for Haig Club Clubman has the authority and reach to change perceptions of Scotch.
From the editors 10 October 2016

One week, two continents, three shows

There’s a camaraderie building between Scotch and ‘other’ whiskies, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 30 September 2016

A tale of two tastings

Rare Scotch whisky has moved out of the reach of many, but there’s still pleasure to be had.
From the editors 27 September 2016

The ghosts of Scotch whisky’s past

A Brighton bat walk stirs thoughts of silent stills and dormant distilleries in Dave Broom.
From the editors 16 September 2016

Don’t turn your nose up at ‘standard’ Scotch

Indian drinkers have embraced ‘standard’ whiskies, and Scotch should do the same, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 12 September 2016

Last Drop sale shows faith in Scotch

American firms buying Scotch whisky companies proves the category has a bright future ahead of it.
From the editors 01 September 2016

Where’s all the beer-finished whisky?

Whisky and beer share common ingredients and flavours, so why aren’t there more collaborations?
From the editors 31 August 2016

Why, why, why on Islay?

There are better places to build a new distillery, reckons Dave Broom. How about Tiree?
From the editors 24 August 2016

Sense and Sensibility

Listen to ‘expert’ advice but trust your own instincts when tasting whisky, urges Dave Broom.
From the editors 17 August 2016

Home thoughts from abroad

Dave Broom ponders the relationship between Sherry and Scotch whisky in sunny Spain.
From the editors 09 August 2016

Whisky education: The rusted lock

The ending of Diageo’s Masters of Whisky programme will damage Scotch as a whole, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 03 August 2016

Rediscovering Bobby Burns

A jaunt around New York uncovers a forgotten Scotch cocktail classic that’s due a revival.
From the editors 26 July 2016

What can Jack Daniel’s teach Scotch whisky?

Tennessee’s finest may be supplanting Scotch in British consumers’ affections. But does it matter?
From the editors 20 July 2016

Scotchwhisky.com: 10 months on

Dave Broom reflects on the site so far and why you won’t see any ‘PR fluff’ on here any time soon.
From the editors 07 July 2016

Brexit: oh, the irony

The Scotch industry needs to think hard and fast about its future post-Brexit, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 06 July 2016

Welcome to the new malt order

Does Scotch single malt’s absence from a leading bar show speak volumes about cocktail snobbery?
From the editors 29 June 2016

Re-imagining the single malt drinker

Glenfiddich’s Bourbonisation is a risky but crafty plot to lure Bourbon drinkers, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 22 June 2016

Yumi’s theory of love

If whisky enthusiasts hate on NAS, caramel and grain, it’s only because they really love Scotch.
From the editors 14 June 2016

Rum, Scotch and the rules of the game

Do you think the regulations governing Scotch whisky are too tough? Be careful what you wish for…
From the editors 08 June 2016

Kilchoman’s lessons for whisky start-ups

The construction and early life of the Islay distillery is part cautionary tale, part inspiration.
From the editors 01 June 2016

Expensive but poor cocktails can jog on

There’s no excuse for a poorly made cocktail if it costs the earth.
From the editors 31 May 2016

Fèis Ìle 2016 remembered

Looking back at this year’s sun-filled festival – the good, the bad and the downright odd.
From the editors 24 May 2016

The long road to Islay

Planes, trains and automobiles as Dave Broom leaves County Cork for the pleasures of Port Ellen.
From the editors 23 May 2016

Ballymaloe and the provenance of oak

An innovative Irish whiskey project opens up a new world of traceability and flavour profiles.
From the editors 17 May 2016

Whisky’s role in Russia’s doping scandal

As the sophistication of Russia’s doping programme is revealed, Scotch has a small part to play.
From the editors 11 May 2016

Confusion over ‘single estate’ whisky

An undefined term and a path toward too much choice will complicate an already complex industry.
From the editors 04 May 2016

Revisiting barley at Bruichladdich

A sojourn on Islay prompts a further exploration of the topic of barley and its impact on whisky.
From the editors 02 May 2016

Spirit of Speyside: The view from above

On his final day at the Speyside whisky festival, Dave takes his Quaich on a trek up Ben Rinnes.
From the editors 01 May 2016

Spirit of Speyside: Tasting time

Dave Broom acquires a new t-shirt, and with it a sudden realisation of time passing.
From the editors 30 April 2016

Spirit of Speyside: Caves and car parks

Car park tastings, a bat cave, the shadowy hand of the whisky maker and the weird ways of wood.
From the editors 29 April 2016

Spirit of Speyside: The Living Past

Archives and a liquid Speyside ramble illustrate how the past persists and informs the present.
From the editors 28 April 2016

Spirit of Speyside: opening night

The spring chill at the start of this year’s festival can’t mask the gathering’s huge warmth.
From the editors 27 April 2016

Even snow can’t dampen Speyside’s spirit

In the first of a series of Speyside musings, Dave Broom packs his bags in a state of confusion.
From the editors 20 April 2016

The flipping culture of cult whiskies

Cult bottles spark furious bidding wars and soaring prices. But just who is being greedy here?
From the editors 13 April 2016

Sleazy, Coil and Compass Box

A mysterious algorithm conjures a link between the transparency-loving blender and psychedelia.
From the editors 06 April 2016

Bagpipes at dawn

Bagpiper, McDowell’s and the SWA acting as ‘cultural shock troops’. Where will it all end?
From the editors 25 March 2016

Scrap this whisky show elitism

Whisky shows should be for everyone, not just those who can afford them.
From the editors 22 March 2016

Gluten-free garbage

Distilled spirits do not contain gluten, so why are some brands allowed to say it, and some aren’t?
From the editors 16 March 2016

Whisky is no longer a drink

Whisky has become a commodity to be traded and make a few speculators some money.
From the editors 11 March 2016

The mind sieve (reprise)

Musings on mental retention, Bob Dylan’s Never-Ending Tour and the whisky festival circuit.
From the editors 09 March 2016

The whisky bar that’s a game changer

There’s a new breed of bar in town set to revolutionise the way we drink whisky.
From the editors 03 March 2016

Is Scotch a victim of its own success?

Do recent shipment declines signal the end of Scotch whisky’s long-running export success story?
From the editors 29 February 2016

Baffled by yeast

Does yeast matter in Scotch? Most distillers would say no – but their US colleagues might disagree.
From the editors 19 February 2016

Transparency revisited

Compass Box has revealed its hand: transparency’s ‘Third Option’. And now? Over to the industry…
From the editors 15 February 2016

Yoiks!

Employing all of the senses to accomplish a full appreciation of whisky’s resonance of place.
From the editors 09 February 2016

The Mind Sieve

As you scan the eager faces of a masterclass audience, just how much are they taking in?
From the editors 01 February 2016

The West Wing and transparency

Aaron Sorkin’s political drama, Johnnie Walker Blue Label and the persistence of marketing messages.
From the editors 27 January 2016

The importance of regional styles

While mostly ignored by malt aficionados, whisky regions are still important indicators of flavour.
From the editors 14 January 2016

New Year's wish list

If Scotch whisky could make a New Year resolution for 2016, what should it be? A few thoughts…
From the editors 12 January 2016

Abbey Road

The simple pleasures make this life blessed: the right music, the right room, the right whisky.
From the editors 04 January 2016

Lessons of the tobacconist

Scotch whisky, much like the traditional tobacconist, needs to evolve to appeal to a new audience.
From the editors 23 December 2015

The best festive moments to enjoy whisky

Be selective about your whisky-drinking moments for optimum cheer, and have a very Merry Christmas.
From the editors 18 December 2015

A Word or Two on Whisky and Port

Two great figures of Port and Scotch whisky, connected by their personal prejudices.
From the editors 16 December 2015

Precision beats power

It’s taken Kilchoman more than 13 seconds, but a measured approach like Conor McGregor’s is working.
From the editors 09 December 2015

The Madness approach

We should consider whisky in the same way Denis ‘The Madness’ McQuade approached football.
From the editors 27 November 2015

Sugar rush

In the race to win over younger consumers, can a spoonful of sugar help the whisky go down?
From the editors 23 November 2015

Through A Glass, Darkly

Progressing the debate on transparency and Scotch whisky – and discussing what should happen next.
From the editors 18 November 2015

Stop discouraging female drinkers

Outdated, sexist stereotyping will only deter the very demographic companies are seeking to attract.
From the editors 16 November 2015

A vintage conundrum

An evening immersed in the world of Cognac prompts more thoughts on age and transparency in Scotch.
From the editors 13 November 2015

Is Whiskey Union breaking with tradition?

The weirdest element of Whiskey Union is Diageo's departure from convention.
From the editors 12 November 2015

Peacocks

Thoughts from a Washington DC museum trip on the collision of money and art, patronage and ...
From the editors 06 November 2015

A twisted little number

The tyranny of figures – and a further explanation of the scoring system used for our tasting notes.
From the editors 03 November 2015

Class warfare

Gin, the proletariat and how Scotch whisky’s everyman status is coming under increasing threat.
From the editors 29 October 2015

Moral compass

At a time when consumers clamour for more information about whisky, why does the law forbid it?
From the editors 26 October 2015

'Special' releases

What do Lidl’s cut-price whiskies have in common with Diageo’s latest batch of collectors’ items?
From the editors 22 October 2015

In Search of Joy

In a joyless age, is whisky allowed to make us smile? Sober thoughts on booze and happiness.
From the editors 21 October 2015

Back to the Future Day

The world has changed since Marty McFly first graced our screens; it has for whisky at any rate.
From the editors 15 October 2015

True Irony

Restless meanderings on irons and irony, kettles, espresso machines and hot water bottles.
From the editors 14 October 2015

Presidential poison

SWA-approved, ‘Scottish-style’ single malt produced in Mount Vernon, Virginia? Surely some mistake…
From the editors 09 October 2015

Let's hear it for the ladies

With more women than ever enjoying a wee dram why does gender stereotyping still exist at all?
From the editors 02 October 2015

Welcome to Scotchwhisky.com

Welcome, friends, to what we want to be the first stop for any whisky lover on the internet.
From the editors 01 October 2015

Laphroaig's spontaneous combustion

The spontaneity of Laphroaig's #OpinionsWelcome campaign is just what Scotch whisky needs.
From the editors 25 September 2015

What is whisky?

Innovation is rife around the whisky world, from Midleton to Hakushu. Where does that leave Scotch?
From the editors 18 September 2015

Outlander

Long-haul flights prompt reflections on what it is to be Scottish – and what it is to be Scotch.
From the editors 14 September 2015

Sandton reverie

Whisky has come a long way in Africa, but the journey into consumers’ hearts has only just begun.
From the editors 04 September 2015

The name game

A 75-year-old Mortlach raises questions of perceived identity, character and the passage of time.
From the editors 04 September 2015

Walker's wobble

Johnnie Walker has a new expression, finished in rye casks. One question, says Dave Broom: why?
From the editors 27 August 2015

Looking east

Scotch remains the whisky role model – but there’s competition. What can Japan teach the industry?
From the editors 20 August 2015

A jolly good(wood) drive

What has driving a handbuilt wooden car around Goodwood race track have to do with whisky?
From the editors 20 August 2015

Scotch and gin

Gin is hot – and Scottish distillers are cashing in. But the links between the two spirits run deep…
From the editors 14 August 2015

NAS whisky

If age is only a number, no age whisky is a can of worms. Dave Broom reaches for the tin opener.
From the editors 10 August 2015

Whisky Galore!

An occasional series on whisky reminiscences begins with a tale of film, men and Scotch.
From the editors 08 August 2015

Tales of Tales

Tales of the Cocktail is exhausting, enthralling – and increasingly embracing Scotch whisky.
From the editors 04 August 2015

Scotch's future

Geopolitical risk and economic stagnation have hit Scotch’s export numbers. Is America the answer?
From the editors 31 July 2015

Silent truths

To many whisky lovers, a silent distillery is a lost treasure. But is that the whole story?
From the editors 27 July 2015

A naked lunge

Some thoughts on William S Burroughs, ‘junk’, freewill and the modern Scotch whisky industry.
From the editors 21 July 2015

Win-win

News from Tales of the Cocktail that chief engineer Dave Broom has won not one but two Spirited ...
From the editors 20 July 2015

Getting crafty

How should Scotch counter the craft spirits challenge? Beat them? Join them? Or buy them?
From the editors 17 July 2015

Weegie whisky

Glasgow’s past is inextricably linked with Scotch – but you wouldn’t necessarily know that today.
From the editors 15 July 2015

Hegemony

How Marxist theory could teach the Scotch whisky industry a lesson on the perils of leadership.
From the editors 08 July 2015

Waxing lyrical

Whisky-scented moustache wax is another attempt by Johnnie Walker to grab the attention of hipsters.
From the editors 08 July 2015

Mill's Bomb

The mysterious story – and equally mysterious whisky – of one Corporal Mill.
From the editors 07 July 2015

Lingo bingo

Why Scotch marketers should beware swapping one dead language for another.
From the editors 04 July 2015

Silo thinking

Jacques Tati, silo thinking and corporate fragmentation: why they matter to Scotch
From the editors 03 July 2015

Big in Botswana?

'Scotch whisky' is now legally recognised in Botswana. Who cares? Lots of people – and here's why.
From the editors 01 July 2015

Sole traders

Independent bottlers: how can they survive and thrive in today's Scotch whisky industry?

News (1246)

Latest news 14 October 2019

Scotchwhisky.com to close

A goodbye message from Scotchwhisky.com.
Latest news 08 October 2019

Whyte & Mackay to give away 50 Year Old

The £5,000 bottles of blended Scotch whisky will be given away as part of a competition.
In depth 08 October 2019

How will US tariffs affect Scotch whisky?

Distillers face the threat of a 25% tariff on single malt exports as a trade war escalates.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Royal Brackla to revamp whisky range

The Highland distillery will launch new 12-, 18- and 21-year-old whiskies in 2020.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Kininvie Works unveils experimental whiskies

Kininvie’s first experimental whiskies include a rye, triple-distilled malt and single blend.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Dalmore teases new travel retail whiskies

The Highland distillery will release three new single malts inspired by King Alexander III.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Music inspires Macallan Concept No.2

Macallan’s whisky maker used his love of DJing house music to create the single malt.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Auction raises £370k for cancer charity

The online sale of rare bottles donated by the industry will help fund the Beatson Cancer Charity.
Latest news 04 October 2019

Midleton Very Rare 2019 edition released

The latest in the Irish whiskey series contains some of the oldest liquid used so far.
Latest news 04 October 2019

Highland Park reintroduces 21 Year Old malt

The Orkney distillery will re-release the age statement for the first time in 10 years.
Latest news 03 October 2019

Wemyss debuts Batch Strength Nectar Grove

The high-strength Madeira-finished blended malt is adorned with a label echoing Madeiran art.
Latest news 03 October 2019

Scotch targeted by ‘damaging’ US tariffs

The United States is enforcing a 25% import tariff on single malt Scotch whisky imports.
Latest news 03 October 2019

GlenAllachie reveals six cask strength malts

The launch coincides with the two-year anniversary of the distillery’s takeover by Billy Walker.
Latest news 03 October 2019

Auchentoshan overhauls travel retail range

The Lowlands distillery has replaced two of its single malt whiskies with new expressions.
Latest news 02 October 2019

Laphroaig whisky honours Bessie Williamson

A travel retail exclusive has been released in honour of the former distillery owner.
Latest news 02 October 2019

Chivas creates Manchester United whisky

A blended Scotch has been created in honour of the English football club and its former manager.
Latest news 02 October 2019

Octomore 10 single malts announced

The four heavily peated malts from Bruichladdich include the youngest Octomore so far.
Latest news 01 October 2019

Westland creates barley research fellowship

The Washington State distiller is supporting research into barley varietals for whiskey.
Latest news 01 October 2019

Ardbeg Supernova returns with 2019 edition

The Islay single malt’s peatiest expression is revived four years after its ‘final’ release.
Latest news 01 October 2019

New Macallan master whisky maker named

The Speyside single malt has appointed a woman to the role for the first time in its history.
Latest news 01 October 2019

‘Illicit whisky distillery’ found in forest

The ruined farmsteads in the Highlands may have produced whisky ‘on an industrial scale’.
Latest news 30 September 2019

Laphroaig honours Ian Hunter in new series

The former owner’s legacy will be remembered with 15 new single malts presented as chapters.
Latest news 30 September 2019

Glenmorangie trio heads to travel retail

The Highland distillery is launching three new whiskies, including a lightly peated malt.
Latest news 27 September 2019

Cotswolds unveils first Peated Cask release

The English whisky distillery will release its new malt matured in ex-Islay quarter casks.
Latest news 27 September 2019

Whisky Works reveals new ‘innovations’

Whyte & Mackay’s innovation arm is introducing Quartermaster and a 20-year-old Speyside malt.
Latest news 27 September 2019

Benromach 1969 unveiled at £8,000

The 50-year-old single cask single malt is the oldest whisky in the distillery’s current range.
Latest news 26 September 2019

Zagatti Collection book series released

The five-book compendium details the 3,000 rare whiskies in the famous collection.
Latest news 26 September 2019

Holyrood distillery offers membership scheme

The Edinburgh single malt’s two-tier scheme allows members to monitor its maturing spirit.
In depth 26 September 2019

Emeishan and the dawn of Chinese whisky

The inside story of the US$150m distillery, and the remarkable landscape it calls home.
Latest news 25 September 2019

Whisky Show creates ‘magic’ UV bottles

Whiskies printed with ink only visible under UV light will be launched at the London show.
Latest news 23 September 2019

Balvenie releases Tun 1509 Batch 6

The whisky is the sixth release from Balvenie’s eponymous marrying tun.
Latest news 23 September 2019

Cask experiments unveiled at Whisky Show

Sample exclusive maturation experiments at the London Whisky Show with Scotchwhisky.com.
Latest news 23 September 2019

Highland Park malt marks ballet milestone

Highland Park Scottish Ballet commemorates the national dance company’s 50th anniversary.
Latest news 20 September 2019

Ardgowan to release Coppersmith blended malt

The yet-to-be-constructed distillery unveils its second limited edition blended malt.
Latest news 19 September 2019

Singleton releases 53 year old Dufftown malt

The first entry in the Paragon of Time Collection is the distillery’s oldest release yet.
Latest news 18 September 2019

Big Peat rolls out Christmas 2019 edition

The festive bottling from Douglas Laing is a cask-strength edition of the Islay blended malt.
Latest news 17 September 2019

Diageo Scotch strikes halted at last minute

Strike action across Diageo’s Scotch distilleries was due to commence on 17 September.
Latest news 16 September 2019

Macallan reveals colour-focused Edition No 5

The latest in the limited edition series showcases the ‘uniquely bold’ colour of Macallan’s whisky.
Latest news 16 September 2019

Macallan 1979 joins Fine and Rare series

The 40-year-old single malt joins Macallan’s growing collection of vintage whiskies.
Latest news 13 September 2019

Rare Scotch investment drops for first time

The value of rare Scotch whisky sold at auction has fallen for the first time in 10 years.
Latest news 13 September 2019

Lagavulin reveals 2019 Jazz Festival malt

A 21-year-old matured in refill and recharred casks celebrates the festival’s 21st anniversary.
Latest news 12 September 2019

Chivas Brothers opens Glasgow HQ

The whisky firm’s Blythswood Square base is said to be ‘a vote of confidence’ in Scotch’s future.
Latest news 12 September 2019

Bowmore relaunches 19 Year Old Amazon whisky

The second edition of the Amazon exclusive follows the expression’s ‘overwhelming success’.
Latest news 12 September 2019

Glenrothes to release first 40 Year Old malt

The Speyside distillery’s new ‘unrepeatable’ limited edition has been made using now-retired stills.
Latest news 11 September 2019

Lagavulin cask transformed into bass drum

The Islay distillery collaborated with drum specialist Majetone and the Rhythm and Booze Project.
Latest news 11 September 2019

Kilchoman launches 100% Islay 9th Edition

The 2019 release is said to represent ‘an unbroken chain of creation from barley to bottle.’
Latest news 11 September 2019

Charity rare whisky auction fights cancer

The Scotch industry has donated rare and vintage whiskies to fund the Beatson Cancer Charity.
Latest news 09 September 2019

Dewar’s debuts ‘innovative’ Caribbean Smooth

The rum cask-finished Scotch whisky is the first in a new series of ‘innovative’ blends.
Latest news 07 September 2019

Lakes releases first in new malt series

The English distillery has unveiled the first of its Whiskymaker’s Reserve expressions.
Latest news 06 September 2019

Tomatin debuts rum and Sherry-finished malts

The new limited editions have been finished in Caribbean rum and Amontillado Sherry casks.
Latest news 06 September 2019

Two new Fettercairn malts land in duty free

The Highland distillery has released 16- and 23-year-old travel retail-exclusive single malts.
Latest news 05 September 2019

‘Ultimate’ whisky auction set to fetch £4m

Almost 500 rare whiskies and nine casks will be offered for sale by Sotheby’s later this month.
Latest news 04 September 2019

Chinese whisky ‘won’t compete’ with Scotch

Pernod Ricard has said its Chinese distillery won’t ‘cannibalise’ Scotch whisky’s market share.
Latest news 03 September 2019

First cherry-matured Irish whiskey unveiled

Method & Madness’ latest releases include a single pot still whiskey finished in cherry wood.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Diageo distilleries ‘disrupted’ amid strikes

All of Diageo’s Scotch operations will be affected by strikes resulting from a pay dispute.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Glenfiddich launches Grand Cru wine finish

The 23-year-old single malt is the first in the Speyside distillery’s new Grand range.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Jura releases chinkapin-finished whisky

The 13-year-old Jura Two-One-Two is the first in a new series from the island distillery.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Whisky researchers make yeast discovery

A major research project is underway into yeast’s impact on the creation of whisky flavour.
Latest news 02 September 2019

Littlemill releases 29 Year Old for £2,750

The Private Cellar release contains ‘some of the last’ whisky laid down before Littlemill closed.
Latest news 02 September 2019

Arran reveals new look and two new malts

Isle of Arran Distillers has created a ‘new identity’ for its Lochranza site’s core range.
Latest news 02 September 2019

Laphroaig 16 Year Old debuts on Amazon

The Islay whisky will be available exclusively through the online retailer in Europe.
Latest news 02 September 2019

Climate change-resistant barley gene found

Scientists have discovered a barley gene which could help future-proof barley against drought.
Latest news 30 August 2019

Scotch distillers prepare for no-deal Brexit

The Scotch whisky industry has urged the UK government to avoid a no-deal Brexit.
Latest news 29 August 2019

Mackmyra launches ‘first’ AI-created whisky

The Swedish distillery’s new Intelligens single malt was designed using artificial intelligence.
Latest news 29 August 2019

SWA drops lawsuit against Virginia distiller

The Scotch Whisky Association has reached an ‘amicable resolution’ with the US distillery.
Latest news 29 August 2019

Pernod Ricard builds China whisky distillery

The drinks giant has started building a malt whisky distillery in Sichuan province.
Latest news 29 August 2019

GlenAllachie 15 Year Old joins core range

The Speyside distillery has launched a Sherry cask-finished whisky as a permanent release.
Latest news 28 August 2019

Sliabh Liag’s Donegal distillery approved

The Irish producer will soon start building its new €6m whiskey and gin distillery.
Latest news 27 August 2019

SWA urges government for clarity on Brexit

The Scotch whisky industry could risk losing its legal protections abroad without a clear direction.
Latest news 23 August 2019

Glen Moray’s Graham Coull leaves for Ireland

Glen Moray’s distillery manager is set to join Ireland’s Dingle distillery in October.
Latest news 23 August 2019

Macallan named among world’s top attractions

The Speyside distillery has been named one of Time Magazine’s 2019 Greatest Places to visit.
Latest news 22 August 2019

Rye-finished Chivas headed for Australia

Chivas Extra 13 is decorated with ‘iconic images of Americana’ and inspired by Prohibition.
Latest news 22 August 2019

Ardbeg reveals 19 Year Old Traigh Bhan

The distillery’s new whisky is its first permanent age-stated malt in almost 20 years.
Latest news 21 August 2019

Aldi launches Glen Marnoch 25 Year Old

The single malt is released as part of the supermarket’s first Spirits of Scotland Festival.
Latest news 21 August 2019

Glasgow distillery unveils first peated malt

The peated whisky will join the distillery’s burgeoning range of Lowland single malts.
Latest news 20 August 2019

Glenkinchie Tattoo honours Edinburgh parade

The Edinburgh distillery and military spectacle have collaborated on an exclusive whisky.
Latest news 20 August 2019

Whisky series highlights cask evolution

Whisky Illuminati’s Solaria series will explore how five single malts develop over four years.
Latest news 19 August 2019

Diageo strikes could ‘halt’ whisky making

Workers for the Scotch whisky giant have voted to strike over a pay dispute.
Latest news 19 August 2019

Highland Park Valfather is ‘peatiest’ whisky

The final whisky in the Viking Legend series is made using heavily-peated malt.
Latest news 16 August 2019

Rare Hanyu Full Card Series breaks record

The collection from the closed Japanese distillery has sold for over £750,000 in Hong Kong.
Latest news 15 August 2019

Scotch industry tackles alcohol-related harm

The Scotch Whisky Action Fund is backing two programmes dealing with the effects of alcohol misuse.
Latest news 15 August 2019

Cù Bòcan relaunches with trio of new malts

The peated whisky brand from Tomatin is now exploring ‘innovative’ combinations of casks.
Latest news 15 August 2019

Bimber set to release The First single malt

The London distillery is encouraging buyers to open and drink its debut whisky rather than flip it.
Latest news 14 August 2019

Brora 40 Year Old marks 200th anniversary

The 1978 vintage whisky from the silent distillery marks 200 years since its founding.
Latest news 12 August 2019

Glen Moray releases 21 Year Old Port Finish

After a weekend as a Royal Mile Whiskies exclusive, the 21 Year Old is now getting a wider release.
Latest news 12 August 2019

Lagavulin 10 touches down in duty free

The new Islay single malt, matured in three different types of cask, is a travel retail exclusive.
Latest news 09 August 2019

Netflix’s Outlaw King inspires new whisky

The whisky has been created to celebrate the Netflix film about the life of Robert the Bruce.
Latest news 09 August 2019

Bowmore Dragon Edition honours rare whisky

The 36-year-old single malt has been created in homage of the rare Bowmore Sea Dragon.
Latest news 09 August 2019

Rare Karuizawa is auction’s ‘mystery malt’

Elixir Distillers has bottled the ‘deeply complex’ Karuizawa Ambassadors’ Collection for charity.
Latest news 08 August 2019

Glasgow distillery doubles whisky capacity

The city-based distillery has added two new stills to double its whisky making capacity.
Latest news 08 August 2019

Glenfiddich releases Taiwan wine cask malts

The Speyside distillery has revealed a duo of ‘incredibly sweet’ wine-finished Taiwan exclusives.
Latest news 08 August 2019

Cardhu renovation gets planning approval

Diageo’s plans to upgrade Cardhu distillery’s visitor centre have been approved.
Latest news 06 August 2019

John Walker ‘Last Cask’ finishes range

The ‘Last Cask’ concludes the John Walker range of ‘triple matured’ blended Scotch whiskies.
Latest news 06 August 2019

New vintages join Bruichladdich Barley range

Bruichladdich’s Organic, Bere Barley and Islay Barley single malts welcome new expressions.
Latest news 06 August 2019

Artificial tongue could detect fake whisky

A device designed using nanotechnology can ‘taste’ the difference between whiskies.
Latest news 02 August 2019

Rare cask series to support Highland charity

A ‘rare’ whisky range has been launched in aid of a charity supported by HRH Prince Charles.
Latest news 02 August 2019

GlenDronach reveals 17th single cask batch

The Highland distillery has launched 14 single Sherry and Port cask-matured whiskies.
Latest news 01 August 2019

Kavalan opens cask strength whisky bar

The Taipei bar allows guests to select whiskies straight from casks lining the room.
Latest news 01 August 2019

Glen Moray launches Rhum Agricole Project

Glen Moray has used Rhum Agricole casks to finish its latest ‘curiosity’ single malt.
Latest news 01 August 2019

New Kilchoman still house doubles production

The expansion will help the Islay distillery to experiment with yeast and barley varieties.
Latest news 31 July 2019

Oban Old Teddy honours distillery family

The new, no-age-statement single malt has been released as a distillery exclusive.
Latest news 30 July 2019

Glenlivet 14 Year Old debuts as US exclusive

The whisky, targeted at a ‘new generation of drinker’, has been finished in ex-Cognac casks.
Latest news 29 July 2019

G&M releases ‘oldest ever’ lost whiskies

Malts from St Magdalene and Dallas Dhu distilleries head up the bottler’s Summer Collection.
Latest news 26 July 2019

Jim Beam breaks ground on craft distillery

The small-batch facility is part of a US$60m plan to re-establish the James B. Beam Distilling Co.
Latest news 25 July 2019

Diageo to release The Walking Dead Bourbon

A Kentucky Straight Bourbon inspired by the hit zombie apocalypse series is coming this autumn.
Latest news 25 July 2019

Game of Thrones whiskies boost Diageo sales

The launch of Johnnie Walker White Walker and the GOT malts were a big success for Diageo.
In depth 25 July 2019

Is this a golden age for whisky archaeology?

The years to come could shed a new light on the dark early days of Scotch whisky making.
Latest news 24 July 2019

Milroy’s to open second London venue

The whisky specialist will open a four-storey whisky bar and shop in September.
Latest news 24 July 2019

Whisky industry unites for charity auction

The second annual auction arranged by industry ambassadors will benefit Scottish charity the Ben.
Latest news 23 July 2019

Diageo teases its 2019 Special Releases

Just eight whiskies will form the distiller’s annual Special Releases collection.
Latest news 23 July 2019

Loch Lomond releases Kerr wine cask finish

The whisky has been created with golf star Cristie Kerr ahead of the Women’s British Open.
Latest news 22 July 2019

Lakes releases The One Port Cask blend

The third in the range of Anglo-Scotch blends has been finished in Portuguese hogsheads.
Latest news 22 July 2019

Hanyu Full Card Series set to break record

The 54-bottle set from the closed Japanese distillery could fetch up to HK$6m at auction.
Latest news 22 July 2019

Bladnoch opens visitor centre’s doors

The Lowland distillery’s new facility features a gallery, gift shop and tasting bar.
Latest news 19 July 2019

‘Earliest’ whisky still mention found

The 1505 entry in Aberdeen’s Burgh Records mentions a still to make ‘aquavite’ and rosewater.
Latest news 19 July 2019

Smokehead rum cask malt lands in duty free

The Rum Riot expression from Ian Macleod Distillers is said to be ‘not for everyone’.
Latest news 19 July 2019

Holyrood Distillery reveals opening date

The first malt distillery to operate in Edinburgh in nearly a century will open this summer.
Latest news 18 July 2019

Royal Salute adds new 21-year-olds to range

A blended malt and a blend of ‘lost’ whiskies are permanent additions to Royal Salute’s stable.
Latest news 18 July 2019

Macallan distillery up for Stirling Prize

The £140m Speyside distillery has been shortlisted for the prestigious architecture award.
Latest news 18 July 2019

Bladnoch’s Pure Scot rapped for ‘sexist’ ads

The Scotch Whisky Association ruled that the Instagram posts were ‘demeaning’ to women.
In depth 18 July 2019

When Bourbon warehouses collapse

Incidents like the recent Jim Beam warehouse fire can have a huge environmental impact.
Latest news 17 July 2019

Diageo whisky production faces strike threat

More than 1,500 workers are threatening to strike after rejecting a 2.5% pay offer.
Latest news 16 July 2019

Douglas Laing launches new Rock Island malts

The indie bottler’s new releases are made up of malts from Arran, Islay, Jura and Orkney.
Latest news 16 July 2019

Jim Beam faces fine over warehouse blaze

The fire led to the deaths of thousands of fish and other aquatic life in the Kentucky River.
Latest news 11 July 2019

Jameson Triple Triple lands in Duty Free

The triple-matured, triple-distilled expression is said to be ‘a fresh take’ on Jameson.
Latest news 11 July 2019

Johnnie Walker launches Highball campaign

The blended Scotch will target ‘trendsetting’ cities to make the serve the ‘next big thing’.
Latest news 08 July 2019

Loch Lomond debuts 25-year-old Three Wood

The limited edition triple cask-matured malt tees off in time for The Open’s 2019 return.
Latest news 08 July 2019

Johnnie Walker Blue remembers Glenury Royal

The latest Ghost and Rare blend celebrates the Highland distillery, which closed in 1985.
Latest news 05 July 2019

Scallywag releases second Chocolate Day malt

The limited edition blended malt is composed of whiskies selected for their cocoa-like qualities.
Latest news 05 July 2019

Ronnie Scott’s launches anniversary whisky

The 12-year-old blend was created with Angus Dundee to commemorate the jazz club’s 60th birthday.
Latest news 05 July 2019

GlenAllachie unveils first wood finish range

The Speyside distillery has finished its whisky in a variety of casks, including rye and Port.
Latest news 04 July 2019

Fire devastates Jim Beam warehouse

The warehouse, containing 45,000 casks of maturing whiskey, was completely destroyed in the blaze.
Latest news 03 July 2019

‘Rare’ Glenfiddich celebrates visitor centre

The Rare Collection Cask No. 20050 commemorates the tourist attraction’s 50th anniversary.
Latest news 02 July 2019

Talisker 41 Year Old added to Bodega Series

The second instalment in the Sherry-finished series is the distillery’s oldest official release.
Latest news 02 July 2019

US threatens Scotch in new EU dispute

The United States has threatened to impose increased taxes on Scotch and Irish whisky.
Latest news 28 June 2019

Wemyss adds to blended malts range

Blooming Gorse and Flaming Feast join the independent bottler’s Family Collection.
Latest news 28 June 2019

BenRiach debuts 24 single cask whiskies

Batch 16 of the Cask Bottling series features malts aged for between seven and 33 years.
Latest news 27 June 2019

Johnnie Walker Black Label Origin unveiled

The new range includes four Islay, Highland, Lowland and Speyside blended malts and blends.
Latest news 27 June 2019

Secret Speyside Collection of malts launched

The range includes 15 malts from Caperdonich, Longmorn, Glen Keith and Braes of Glenlivet.
Latest news 26 June 2019

Distell unveils 2019 limited edition malts

The collection includes eight single malts from Bunnahabhain, Deanston and Tobermory.
Latest news 26 June 2019

Glenlivet Enigma poses puzzle for drinkers

The fourth edition in The Glenlivet’s mystery series is a US exclusive.
Latest news 21 June 2019

Scotch whisky tourism at all-time high

Over two million visits were made to Scotch whisky distilleries in 2018, a new record.
Latest news 21 June 2019

Dubai welcomes first Macallan Boutique

Macallan has opened the first of several new prestige whisky shops in Dubai airport.
In depth 19 June 2019

Scotch whisky’s new rules explained

The range of casks that can be used to age Scotch is now wider – but the rules remain tight.
Latest news 19 June 2019

Glenmorangie debuts ‘rare’ Cask 1784 malt

The ‘highly limited’ distillery-exclusive bottling has been finished in a Pedro Ximénez Sherry butt.
Latest news 18 June 2019

Glenfiddich revamp to ‘entice’ new drinkers

The Scotch brand has redesigned and renamed its core range to appeal to new whisky drinkers.
Latest news 17 June 2019

Clynelish renovation plans approved

The local council has green-lighted plans to refurbish the Highland distillery’s visitor centre.
In depth 17 June 2019

Fake whisky: how worried should we be?

As auction prices soar, does whisky’s secondary market have a serious counterfeit problem?
Latest news 14 June 2019

New Scotch rules aim to add ‘flexibility’

The change allows distillers to use a variety of casks, including ex-Tequila and Calvados.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Highland Park whisky funds Orkney dig

Highland Park: Ness of Brodgar’s Legacy will raise funds for a dig at the Neolithic site.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Lagg distillery unveils trio of exclusives

The whiskies, made at Lagg’s sister site in Lochranza, are all heavily-peated cask-finished malts.
Latest news 13 June 2019

GlenDronach releases Port Wood whisky

The Port-matured whisky is a new limited release from the Highland distillery.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Douglas Laing launches XOP The Black Series

The ‘super-premium’ series is an addition to the bottler’s Xtra Old Particular range.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Johnnie Walker debuts Song of Ice and Fire

The two limited edition blended whiskies are will ‘continue the legacy’ of Game of Thrones.
Latest news 12 June 2019

Single malts to drive whisky sales in UK

Sales of single malt Scotch are predicted to grow overall whisky sales to £2.44bn by 2022.
Latest news 11 June 2019

‘Chinese-style’ whisky and tea blend bottled

The alcoholic tea blend offers whisky lovers an ‘alternative’ drinking experience.
Latest news 10 June 2019

Dublin’s Roe & Co. distillery set to open

The Diageo-owned Irish whiskey distillery will open to visitors later this month.
Latest news 10 June 2019

InchDairnie distils first Scotch oat whisky

The Fife distillery has become the ‘first’ in over a century to use oats to make Scotch whisky.
Latest news 08 June 2019

Johnnie Walker’s Jim Beveridge awarded OBE

The master blender for Johnnie Walker has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
Latest news 07 June 2019

Aerolite Lyndsay heralds new Islay range

The single malt is the first in Atom Brands’ new Character of Islay Whisky Company range.
Latest news 07 June 2019

Loch Lomond Group under new ownership

An Asia-based investment firm has bought out the group that also owns Glen Scotia distillery.
Latest news 04 June 2019

Bartender creates new Compass Box whisky

The Circle is a blended malt created by the winner of the blender’s first bartender programme.
Latest news 03 June 2019

Crabbie’s Yardhead is new ‘malt for mixing’

Crabbie’s claims its new whisky is designed to ‘disrupt’ the world of single malt Scotch.
Latest news 31 May 2019

Macallan Estate features home-grown barley

Macallan’s latest release contains whisky distilled from barley grown on its estate.
Latest news 30 May 2019

Bimber distillery launches Founders’ Club

Members can try some of the first whiskies created by the London-based distillery.
Latest news 29 May 2019

Deeside distillery to relocate to £8m home

The Banchory-based distillery will produce just 100 casks of whisky before closing for good.
Latest news 28 May 2019

Redbreast Dream Cask sells out in 14 minutes

The bottling made to celebrate this year’s World Whisky Day sold at a rate of 65 bottles a minute.
Latest news 28 May 2019

North Korea set to launch Samilpo whisky

The ‘first whisky’ to be made in North Korea is set for release later this year.
Latest news 28 May 2019

Whyte & Mackay releases low-abv ‘drink’

The Glasgow blender has introduced Whyte & Mackay Light ‘spirit drink’ at 21.5% abv.
Latest news 24 May 2019

Lagavulin and Caol Ila reveal Fèis Ìle malts

The distilleries will release 19- and 22-year-old Sherried whiskies as 2019’s festival exclusives.
Latest news 23 May 2019

Highland Park honours Danish photographer

A 26-year-old single malt whisky celebrates the distillery’s collaboration with Søren Solkær.
Latest news 22 May 2019

Hunter Laing launches Scarabus for Fèis Ìle

The ‘mysterious’ whisky is the first expression in Hunter Laing’s new range.
Latest news 21 May 2019

The Glenlivet is given ‘bold’ redesign

The Speyside single malt has updated its range to appeal to new whisky drinkers.
Latest news 21 May 2019

Glenmorangie aids oysters’ return to Europe

The distillery will help European repopulation efforts after funding Dornoch’s DEEP project.
Latest news 21 May 2019

Balvenie Stories range tells whisky tales

The Speyside distillery’s new single malt collection features three story-inspired whiskies.
Latest news 20 May 2019

Rolling Stones whisky leads Bonhams auction

The rock group’s anniversary blend will be sold alongside salvaged Whisky Galore! bottles.
Latest news 20 May 2019

Campbeltown bids for ‘whiskiest place’ title

Glen Scotia distillery has launched a campaign to celebrate the region’s whisky heritage.
In depth 20 May 2019

Are whisky auction prices falling?

After years of record-breaking increases, there are signs that the market may be softening.
Latest news 18 May 2019

Redbreast unveils second Dream Cask whiskey

The bottling is a marriage of four different casks including a ‘rare’ Pedro Ximénez Sherry butt.
Latest news 17 May 2019

Bruichladdich unveils Fèis Ìle 2019 whisky

The limited festival edition is the oldest Octomore released by the Islay distillery.
Latest news 17 May 2019

World Whisky Day 2019 celebrations begin

Events will take place in regions as remote as Antarctica as part of the annual festivities.
Latest news 17 May 2019

British Airways marks 100 years with whisky

The airline has partnered with InchDairnie to create a commemorative centenary whisky.
Latest news 14 May 2019

Laphroaig reveals 2019 Càirdeas edition

The Islay distillery’s annual Friends of Laphroaig whisky is a triple-matured release.
Latest news 14 May 2019

Ex-Edrington whisky maker joins Ardgowan

Max McFarlane has joined the Lowland distillery to help shape its spirit character.
Latest news 13 May 2019

Dalmore L’Anima raises £109k for charity

Proceeds from the auction of the special bottle will help fight food waste and poverty.
Latest news 10 May 2019

Holyrood releases customised whisky casks

The distillery will tailor its production process to help create its customers’ ideal whisky.
Latest news 09 May 2019

Jura’s Time and Tide celebrate island home

The pair of 21-year-old whiskies reflect the distillery’s Atlantic island origins.
Latest news 08 May 2019

Johnnie Walker Experience gets go-ahead

Plans for the multi-million-pound Edinburgh attraction have been approved by authorities.
Latest news 08 May 2019

GlenDronach Boynsmill launches in duty free

The 16-year-old whisky is the second travel retail expression from the distillery.
Latest news 07 May 2019

Port Ellen revival plans submitted

Plans to revive the Islay distillery have been submitted to the local council for approval.
Latest news 07 May 2019

GlenAllachie unveils new visitor centre

For the first time, visitors can explore the distillery and buy exclusive whiskies.
Latest news 03 May 2019

Tamnavulin reveals triple-Sherried malt

The expression is said to offer drinkers an ‘accessible’ Sherry-finished single malt.
Latest news 03 May 2019

Spirit of Speyside award winners revealed

The festival recognised four industry veterans for their services to Scotch whisky.
Latest news 02 May 2019

Kilchoman set to release STR Cask whisky

The Islay distillery will debut a whisky matured in rejuvenated red wine hogsheads.
Latest news 02 May 2019

Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban ups age statement

Glenmorangie has increased the age of its Quinta Ruban whisky to ‘emphasise its flavour’.
Latest news 30 April 2019

Compass Box releases No Name No. 2

The second edition of No Name is a ‘more refined’ version of the bottler’s peatiest whisky.
Latest news 29 April 2019

Gordon & MacPhail releases ‘rare’ Coleburn

The 38-year-old single malt is one of the highlights of the bottler’s Spring Collection.
Latest news 29 April 2019

Douglas Laing creates Big Peat RAF Edition

The release honours the charity’s centenary and the bottler’s personal history with the RAF.
Latest news 29 April 2019

Highland Whisky Festival prepares to launch

Visitors can expect behind-the-scenes tours and one-off events at the whisky distilleries.
Latest news 25 April 2019

Scottish Leader debuts first blended malt

The blended whisky brand’s first foray into the style is exclusive to global travel retail.
Latest news 25 April 2019

Women offered whisky-making internships

A Highland distillery is offering all-expenses-paid placements to women ‘from all walks of life’.
Latest news 23 April 2019

Lagg distillery officially begins production

Isle of Arran Distillers’ second venture on the island is now producing a ‘heavily peated’ spirit.
Latest news 19 April 2019

Bushmills to build second £30m distillery

The Irish whiskey producer has been given the go-ahead to build a second distillery.
Latest news 18 April 2019

Hebridean Whisky Festival launches

The event will showcase four of the region’s distilleries and its ‘spectacular’ whisky trail.
Latest news 17 April 2019

Glenfiddich loses label trademark battle

The Speyside distillery has claimed an Indian whisky company’s label is too similar to its own.
Latest news 16 April 2019

BrewDog unveils boilermaker whisky series

The three bespoke whiskies have been designed to pair with BrewDog’s beers.
Latest news 15 April 2019

Port Askaig marks birthday with 10 Year Old

The limited edition is being launched to celebrate the Islay malt brand’s 10th anniversary.
Latest news 15 April 2019

Lindores’ Thabill honours chess tournament

The spirit release highlights the distillery’s unusual 500-year-old chess connection.
Latest news 12 April 2019

Ardnahoe whisky distillery opens on Islay

Islay’s ninth distillery is already producing a fruity, oily and heavily-peated spirit.
Latest news 12 April 2019

Aultmore wine cask malts set for Heathrow

The distillery will launch a trio of 22-year-olds at the London airport’s Whisky Festival.
Latest news 11 April 2019

Compass Box releases whisky-Calvados blend

The Scotch whisky blender’s unconventional new expression celebrates two ‘complementary’ spirits.
Latest news 11 April 2019

Farm distillery dig makes early finds

Remains of whisky bottles have been unearthed at the 19th-century Blackmiddens distillery.
Latest news 10 April 2019

Macallan’s ‘base jumping’ advert banned

The Scotch whisky brand’s Make the Call advert was described as promoting ‘risky behaviour’.
Latest news 10 April 2019

Historic farm distillery excavated

The dig hopes to unearth secrets at a remote Highland whisky distillery dating back to 1825.
Latest news 08 April 2019

Macallan master distiller to join Bladnoch

Dr Nick Savage will join the recently-revived Lowland distillery as its new master distiller.
In depth 08 April 2019

New Glenturret owner taps Macallan expertise

Under new owner Lalique, the team at the Perthshire distillery has a familiar look.
Latest news 04 April 2019

Claive Vidiz Collection to stay in Edinburgh

Diageo has extended its loan of the collection to the Scotch Whisky Experience until at least 2029.
Latest news 04 April 2019

Loch Lomond returns to Open with new malts

Golfers Colin Montgomerie and Darren Clarke have helped create the two new whiskies.
Latest news 04 April 2019

Glenrothes single cask is Heathrow exclusive

The distillery’s new, limited edition whisky can only be found at Heathrow airport.
Latest news 03 April 2019

Wolfburn commits to small batch releases

The Thurso distillery has launched the third edition of its small batch single malt line.
Latest news 02 April 2019

Glenmorangie introduces 1991 Grand Vintage

The Highland distillery has married two ‘incongruous’ malts for its latest vintage release.
Latest news 01 April 2019

Bruichladdich to build own maltings

The Islay distillery is to ‘close the loop’ on its production by building on-site maltings.
Latest news 28 March 2019

Tobermory spirits mark distillery reopening

The distillery has launched a new flagship whisky and a gin as it prepares to restart production.
Latest news 28 March 2019

Balblair removes vintages amidst revamp

The Highland distillery has replaced its vintages with a core range of age statement malts.
Latest news 27 March 2019

Ailsa Bay traces whisky with blockchain tech

The technology enables shoppers to trace the whisky from ‘source to store’.
Latest news 25 March 2019

Whyte & Mackay launches experimental arm

The Glaswegian blender’s new Whisky Works will focus on classic whiskies and modern experiments.
Latest news 25 March 2019

Highland Park Twisted Tattoo released

The 16-year-old single malt whisky has been part-matured in Rioja-seasoned wine casks.
Latest news 21 March 2019

New Cabrach distillery designs revealed

The £6.5m heritage centre and distillery will celebrate the whisky heritage of the area.
Latest news 21 March 2019

Highland Park to open new Kirkwall store

The shop in the heart of the Orkney capital will offer exclusive whiskies and merchandise.
Latest news 19 March 2019

Killowen out to dispel ‘Irish whiskey myths’

The new distillery’s traditional methods include direct firing and worm tub condensers.
Latest news 19 March 2019

Mortlach unveils 47 Year Old for £10,000

Only 94 bottles of the oldest whisky from the ‘Beast of Dufftown’ have been released.
In depth 19 March 2019

The flipside of the Islay whisky boom

With poor ferry links and crumbling roads, ‘whisky island’ faces a number of challenges.
Latest news 18 March 2019

Dewar’s Double Double launches in duty free

The new blended Scotch range has been made using an ‘innovative four-step ageing process’.
Latest news 15 March 2019

Clynelish and Cardhu revamp plans revealed

The distilleries’ visitor centres are to be overhauled as part of Diageo’s ambitious tourism plans.
In depth 14 March 2019

What is the true taste of Irish pot still?

It’s the quintessential Irish whiskey style, but should its production rules be revised?
Latest news 14 March 2019

Irish pot still laws ‘too restrictive’

The rules governing Irish whiskey’s signature style have no precedent, says Peter Mulryan.
Latest news 13 March 2019

Foo Fighters to headline Bourbon and Beyond

The Bourbon festival has also tapped Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant and rock duo Hall and Oates.
Latest news 13 March 2019

Tamdhu unveils Batch Strength No. 004

The distillery has released the fourth annual expression in its NAS series.
Latest news 13 March 2019

Berry Bros launches new Perspective Series

The bottler has partnered with a Scottish photographer for the blended Scotch whisky range.
Latest news 12 March 2019

Tomatin 1975 joins Warehouse 6 series

Only 300 bottles of the third expression in the Warehouse 6 Collection have been made.
Latest news 08 March 2019

Fukuyo and Noe partner on Legent Bourbon

The whiskey ‘reimagines what Bourbon can be’ by fusing Kentucky and Japanese traditions.
Latest news 08 March 2019

Glenlivet 50 Year Old released at $25,000

Only 150 bottles of The Glenlivet Winchester Collection’s third expression have been made.
Latest news 08 March 2019

Benromach debuts peated Sherry cask whisky

The cask strength eight-year-old limited release is Benromach’s first Sherry-matured peated malt.
Latest news 07 March 2019

Peter Blake Macallan sells for £615k

The 1926 Macallan designed by the British pop artist achieved a high price at auction.
Latest news 07 March 2019

Glasgow distillery reveals Signature Range

Peated and triple-distilled whiskies will join the distillery’s unpeated 1770 single malt.
Latest news 06 March 2019

Tamdhu launches limited 15 Year Old whisky

The Speyside distillery has matured its latest release in ‘exceptionally rare’ ex-oloroso casks.
Latest news 04 March 2019

Diageo hires first female cooper apprentices

Two women have been accepted on Diageo’s four-year coopering apprenticeship in Scotland.
Latest news 01 March 2019

G&M reveals Speyside distillery plans

Independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail has revealed designs for its whisky distillery at Craggan.
Latest news 01 March 2019

Dublin Liberties’ new whiskeys mark opening

The Dublin distillery has celebrated its recent opening with three new cask-finished whiskeys.
Latest news 27 February 2019

Bunnahabhain begins £10.5m makeover

The refurbishment will transform the distillery into a ‘world-class whisky destination’.
Latest news 26 February 2019

Smokehead creates ‘bold’ Ducati motorcycle

The Islay single malt has partnered with New York’s ‘Ducati Whisperer’ to build a dream bike.
Latest news 26 February 2019

Port Ellen returns in Untold Stories series

The first in a new series of bottlings from the lost Islay distillery is a 39-year-old malt.
Latest news 25 February 2019

Bladnoch launches wine-finished 17-year-old

The Lowlands distillery’s new whisky has been finished in ex-red wine casks for up to three years.
Latest news 25 February 2019

Ardbeg Drum celebrates carnival spirit

This year’s Ardbeg Day release is the distillery’s first whisky finished in ex-rum casks.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Compass Box launches Tobias & The Angel

A blend of Clynelish and Caol Ila, the whisky is a follow-up to the ground breaking Eleuthera.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Glengoyne 30 Year Old enjoys limited revival

Fewer than 6,000 bottles of the 30-year-old’s second edition have been released.
Latest news 21 February 2019

GlenDronach debuts Master Vintage 1993

The Highland distillery’s new single malt has been aged for 25 years in Sherry casks.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Prince Charles’ bottle No.1 sells for £9k

A bottle of the Prince’s Royal Lochnagar 30 Year Old expression was auctioned for charity.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Highland Park teams up with F1’s Coulthard

Two new limited editions will raise money for F1 driver David Coulthard’s local charities.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Benromach releases ‘rare’ Heritage duo

The new whiskies in Benromach’s Heritage collection have been aged for more than 40 years.
Latest news 20 February 2019

Cotswolds debuts Lord Mayor’s charity whisky

The distillery ‘pays homage’ to its part owner by raising money for the Lord Mayor’s Appeal.
Latest news 20 February 2019

Dublin’s €10m Liberties distillery opens

The Irish whiskey distillery is the third to open in Dublin in the last four years.
Latest news 19 February 2019

Paterson and Bottura present Dalmore L’Anima

Richard Paterson has created a unique whisky for chef Massimo Bottura’s Food for Soul project.
Latest news 18 February 2019

Smoky Nectar launches Wemyss Malts Cask Club

Wemyss Malts kicks off its new whisky club with an exclusive 35-year-old Caol Ila.
Latest news 15 February 2019

Springbank debuts duo of new malts

The distillery’s new releases include a 25-year-old partially matured in ex-rum casks.
Latest news 15 February 2019

Another Macallan Peter Blake up for auction

The 60-year-old single malt, distilled in 1926, is expected to sell for up to £700,000.
Latest news 15 February 2019

Raasay opens single malt pre-orders for 2020

The distillery will ship its inaugural single malt whisky in time for Christmas next year.
Latest news 14 February 2019

Second Jameson Bow Street 18 Years unveiled

The cask strength expression is part-matured at Jameson’s old distillery in Dublin.
Latest news 13 February 2019

Big Peat 10 Year Old celebrates anniversary

The limited edition Islay blended malt marks 10 years since Big Peat's launch in 2009.
Latest news 12 February 2019

Scotch whisky export high driven by US

The US became the first billion-pound Scotch whisky market as single malts continued to surge.
Latest news 12 February 2019

Johnnie Walker Experience plans revealed

The Edinburgh experience is designed to be ‘one of the greatest whisky attractions in the world’.
Latest news 08 February 2019

Rare whisky auction market hits new high

More than 100,000 rare bottles were sold at auction in the UK last year, worth over £40m.
Latest news 08 February 2019

Tobermory returns with new 12 Year Old

The new expression marks the end of a two-year closure period for the Mull distillery.
Latest news 07 February 2019

Raasay launches ‘accessible’ 30-litre casks

The island distillery is selling ‘more accessible’ small casks of its first single malt.
Latest news 06 February 2019

Douglas Laing creates ‘Elements’ range

The single cask collection starts with a 12-year-old Craigellachie ‘Fire’ bottling.
Latest news 06 February 2019

Brexit deal protects whisky names

Terms such as ‘Scotch whisky’ and ‘Bourbon’ will enjoy continued legal recognition post-Brexit.
Latest news 05 February 2019

‘Oldest’ Littlemill 40-year-old released

The lost distillery’s Celestial Edition pays tribute to its pioneering former distillery manager.
Latest news 04 February 2019

Glengoyne Legacy Series ‘reflects heritage’

The Highland distillery’s new range celebrates its influential people and history.
Latest news 01 February 2019

Spirit of Speyside reveals 2019 line-up

Over 650 events have been announced as part of the festival’s 20th anniversary celebrations.
Latest news 01 February 2019

Prince Charles cask raises £225k for charity

Bottles sold from the Prince’s cask of Royal Lochnagar 30 Year Old have so far raised £225,400.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Diageo reveals further Port Ellen plans

The currently silent Islay distillery will be set up to produce various styles of whisky.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Sweetdram creates ‘first’ whisky amaro

The producer has infused its blend with botanicals for an ‘exciting and different’ spirit.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Rosebank distillery gets council go-ahead

Work will begin to restore the silent Falkirk distillery now plans have been approved.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Glenmorangie Allta created with local yeast

The distillery’s 10th Private Edition whisky has been made using a strain of local yeast.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Kingsbarns debuts flagship Dream to Dram

The Lowland distillery has released its first widely-available whisky since opening in 2014.
Latest news 21 January 2019

G&M bottles ‘oldest’ Glen Grant 70 Year Old

Distilled in 1948, the Glen Grant is thought to be the distillery’s oldest whisky ever bottled.
Latest news 17 January 2019

Old Forester to roll out first rye whiskey

The first rye whiskey in Old Forester’s 148-year history will arrive in the US from next month.
Latest news 17 January 2019

Scotch ‘marketing genius’ Hugh Mitcalfe dies

He helped bring huge success to Glen Grant and Macallan in a career spanning five decades.
Latest news 17 January 2019

New online course teaches whisky basics

Whisky lovers can earn a certificate in whisky history, blending and distilling.
Latest news 15 January 2019

Game of Thrones whiskies launch in Europe

Eight single malts inspired by the fantasy series are now available for pre-order in Europe.
Latest news 15 January 2019

Jane Walker returns for Women’s March

The controversial female version of Johnnie Walker is making a return for the #WomensWave.
In depth 14 January 2019

What would a no-deal Brexit mean for Scotch?

Assessing the impact of a hard exit from the EU on the eve of a crucial Commons vote.
Latest news 11 January 2019

Suntory Ao aids Japanese whisky transparency

A new blend of whisky from five different countries will be labelled as a ‘World Whisky’.
Latest news 10 January 2019

Douglas Laing malts honour Chinese New Year

New Craigellachie, Bunnahabhain and Glengoyne single casks celebrate the upcoming Year of the Pig.
Latest news 04 January 2019

Monkey Shoulder named best-selling Scotch

Bartenders named the blended malt as the world’s best-selling and trendiest Scotch.
Latest news 04 January 2019

New Barra distillery seeks crowdfunding

The new, community-owned, island Scotch whisky distillery needs to raise £2.5 million.
Latest news 31 December 2018

Abhainn Dearg releases first 10 Year Old

The Isle of Lewis distillery has unveiled its oldest expression to date.
In depth 31 December 2018

The 10 most read whisky stories of 2018

The biggest news items of the year, as featured on the pages of Scotchwhisky.com.
Latest news 28 December 2018

Plans submitted for new Islay distillery

Elixir Distillers’ plans include ‘underground’ warehousing, floor maltings and a rum still.
Latest news 24 December 2018

First Highland Whisky Festival announced

The festival will incorporate eight distilleries along a scenic driving route through the Highlands.
Latest news 21 December 2018

Glenturret distillery sold to Lalique owner

The home of The Famous Grouse has been sold to the crystal manufacturer’s owner.
Latest news 20 December 2018

Arbikie Highland Rye heralds Scotch revival

The Angus farm distillery has released Scotland’s first rye whisky in over a century.
Latest news 18 December 2018

First Isle of Wight whisky comes of age

The island’s sole distillery has been maturing its inaugural whisky since December 2015.
Latest news 17 December 2018

Tomatin 50 is distillery’s oldest whisky

Tomatin 50 Year Old is the Highland distillery’s oldest bottling to date.
Latest news 17 December 2018

Compass Box debuts two ‘stranger’ creations

The new releases include ‘spirit drink’ Stranger & Stranger and blended malt whisky Juveniles.
Latest news 14 December 2018

Diageo plans new US$130m Kentucky distillery

The multinational intends to produce a variety of different whiskeys with a new US production site.
Latest news 14 December 2018

Founder’s Choice is Cotswolds’ second whisky

The English distillery’s new expression has been aged in its founder’s ‘favourite’ STR wine casks.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Macallan 52 Year Old introduced at £38,500

The single malt has been matured in a single European oak ex-Sherry cask.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Bushmills debuts acacia-matured whiskey

The new single malt has been aged in acacia casks, a first for the distillery.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Tullibardine adds to Marquess Collection

The Murray Marsala Cask Finish is the second in the collection to have a wine cask finish.
Latest news 13 December 2018

GlenDronach debuts new Grandeur Batch 10

The 27-year-old limited edition malt has been matured in ex-PX and oloroso Sherry casks.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Ballantine’s debuts Signature Flavour series

The travel retail range will explore the blended Scotch’s core flavour characteristics.
Latest news 12 December 2018

The Glenlivet launches 35-year-old for $10k

The Glenlivet is celebrating Dubai Duty Free’s anniversary with a ‘precious’ new edition.
Latest news 12 December 2018

London welcomes first Scotch Whisky Weekend

The festival will bring the capital’s bars together for a celebration of Scotch whisky.
Latest news 11 December 2018

Jura launches vintage whisky series

The island distillery has released a 1988 vintage alongside a new travel retail exclusive.
Latest news 11 December 2018

Ian MacMillan to leave Bladnoch distillery

The master blender and distiller will leave the Lowlands distillery he helped resurrect.
Latest news 11 December 2018

Pre-Prohibition whiskey ‘smashes’ estimates

A hidden stash of American whiskey fetched thousands more than expected at auction.
Latest news 06 December 2018

Glenfarclas reveals £100k Family Cask Trunk

The Glenfarclas Family Cask Trunk features vintages spanning five decades.
Latest news 05 December 2018

Benromach 1978 marks end of anniversary year

The vintage builds on the Speyside distillery’s 20th anniversary malt releases.
Latest news 05 December 2018

Arran adds 21 Year Old to core range

The oldest whisky in the range debuts with a first batch of only 9,000 bottles.
Latest news 04 December 2018

Caol Ila 50 Year Old is ‘oldest’ bottled

The Islay malt joins a 64-year-old Glenlivet as part of G&M’s Private Collection range.
Latest news 04 December 2018

Prince Charles’ whisky to be sold via ballot

Just 184 bottles of 30-year-old Royal Lochnagar gifted to Prince Charles are to be sold.
Latest news 03 December 2018

Chivas 50 raises £21,780 for charity

The whisky was made to mark the anniversary of Manchester United’s 1968 European Cup win.
Latest news 30 November 2018

Eden Mill whisky marks St Andrew’s Day

The Fife distillery has released the first in a new series marking Scotland’s patron saint.
Latest news 30 November 2018

New Star Trek Scotch to beam down in March

Montgomery Scott is a blended whisky inspired by Scotty, the original series’ famous engineer.
Latest news 29 November 2018

‘Unique’ Macallan 1926 is first £1m whisky

The bottle, hand-painted by Irish artist Michael Dillon, fetched £1.2m at auction in London.
Latest news 29 November 2018

Auction raises over £350k to combat plastic

A selection of ‘exceptional’ whiskies have been sold to raise funds for environmental charities.
Latest news 28 November 2018

Cutty Sark sold to Glen Moray owner

The French owner of Glen Moray distillery has purchased the blended Scotch.
Latest news 26 November 2018

Lindores Abbey dig unearths historic ‘first’

Remains found at the Fife site could point to Scotland’s earliest site of distillation yet ...
Latest news 26 November 2018

£62m barley research hub to open in Scotland

The International Barley Hub will make Scotland the global centre for barley research.
Latest news 24 November 2018

Johnnie Walker finds Edinburgh location

A former department store on Princes Street could become a multi-million pound whisky experience.
Latest news 23 November 2018

East London distillery launches rye whisky

ELLC’s London Rye is the capital’s second whisky to be released in over 100 years.
Latest news 23 November 2018

Scallywag says goodbye to Reindeer Edition

The third and final festive Scallywag expression has been released as a Black Friday surprise.
Latest news 23 November 2018

Glen Moray Fired Oak inspired by Bourbon

The Speyside distillery’s new single malt is finished in virgin oak for Bourbon-inspired sweetness.
Latest news 23 November 2018

TWE releases Black Friday 2018 Edition

The Whisky Exchange has bottled a ‘fantastic value’ 18-year-old Orkney malt for Black Friday.
Latest news 23 November 2018

Serve Scotch at events, UK Government urged

The equivalent of one bottle of Scotch was consumed at official events last year, a report shows.
Latest news 22 November 2018

Glengoyne Teapot Dram Batch 6 launches

The Sherried ‘firm favourite’ from Glengoyne distillery returns for a sixth outing.
Latest news 22 November 2018

GlenAllachie launches single cask series

The Speyside distillery is releasing varying ranges of single cask whiskies across the globe.
Latest news 20 November 2018

Jewish Whisky Company mothballs festival

The indie bottler is mothballing its Whisky Jewbilee events to focus on international expansion.
Latest news 20 November 2018

Pre-Prohibition whiskey stash auctioned

More than 40 cases of century-old American whiskey were found hidden in a secret vault.
Latest news 19 November 2018

Highland Park launches Amazon exclusive

Highland Park Viking Tribe is a new permanent release available only through Amazon UK.
Latest news 19 November 2018

Brora distillery resurrection under way

Work has begun to resurrect the Highlands distillery, as its original stills are sent for repair.
Latest news 16 November 2018

Bowmore 1965 released for £22,000

The distillery claims its 52-year-old Islay single malt will become a ‘legendary’ bottling.
Latest news 15 November 2018

McGregor apologises as whiskey sells out

The MMA fighter’s Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey has had an ‘incredible reaction’.
Latest news 15 November 2018

Douglas Laing relaunches Premier Barrel

The independent bottler has revamped its range of single cask whiskies with four new decanters.
Latest news 14 November 2018

Further charity auction lots revealed

Even more rare and ‘exceptional’ bottles have been added to Whisky.Auction’s charity auction.
Latest news 13 November 2018

Red Spot Irish whiskey makes return

The single pot still whiskey returns to the Spot Whiskeys range following a 50-year absence.
Latest news 09 November 2018

First Tamdhu exclusives land in duty free

Tamdhu Ámbar and Gran Reserva are the distillery’s first foray into global travel retail.
Latest news 09 November 2018

Johnnie Walker opens Madrid whisky shop

The flagship experiential whisky store could be scaled to open in more cities worldwide.
Latest news 08 November 2018

G&M unveils new-look Private Collection

The bottler has revealed two 33- and 44-year-old malts in the range’s redesigned packaging.
Latest news 07 November 2018

Historic MacNair’s whisky brand relaunches

The Victorian blend has been resurrected by GlenAllachie distillery as a peated blended malt.
Latest news 07 November 2018

BrewDog hires ex-Johnnie Walker boss

David Gates will lead BrewDog’s spirits division, ahead of its first whisky launch.
Latest news 06 November 2018

Benromach rolls out Bordeaux cask finish

The distillery has added the limited edition expression to its stable of wine-influenced whiskies.
Latest news 02 November 2018

Whistlepig distiller Dave Pickerell dies

The renowned American whiskey maker has passed away unexpectedly in San Francisco.
Latest news 02 November 2018

SMWS Jazz Trio explores cask finishing

Three whiskies heralding from the same cask have been finished in different woods.
Latest news 01 November 2018

Arran malt marks Leith heritage

Isle of Arran has partnered with new Leith bar Nauticus to celebrate the city’s heritage.
Latest news 01 November 2018

John Walker unveils final Private Collection

Johnnie Walker’s Private Collection series has come to an end with the Midnight Blend.
Latest news 29 October 2018

‘Explosive’ Smokehead Sherry Bomb launched

The mystery Islay malt is fully matured in Sherry casks and said to taste of ‘barbecued banana’.
Latest news 26 October 2018

Teeling distillery releases first whiskey

The young Dublin distillery’s first release is a three-year-old single pot still whiskey.
Latest news 26 October 2018

Craigellachie gives away 51 Year Old whisky

The distillery will be sharing every bottle of its new malt with whisky lovers, without charge.
Latest news 25 October 2018

Royal Salute flagon celebrates beach polo

The 21-year-old blend features with smoky, salty notes inspired by the beachside sport.
Latest news 24 October 2018

North British reveals inaugural single grain

The 58-year-old single cask whisky is the distillery’s first commercial bottling in its history.
Latest news 23 October 2018

Bowmore 19 Year Old is Amazon exclusive

The limited edition is the first Bowmore malt to be matured entirely in French oak.
Latest news 22 October 2018

‘Unusual’ Balvenie DCS Chapter Four revealed

The penultimate DCS Compendium chapter features whiskies with ‘unexpected’ characteristics.
Latest news 22 October 2018

Singapore hotel opens hidden whisky library

Luxury hotel Vagabond Club’s new whisky bar offers over 1,000 ‘rare and award-winning’ whiskies.
Latest news 19 October 2018

Ballantine’s and Pantone explore sound waves

Two limited edition blends will feature music-inspired designs from artist Felipe Pantone.
Latest news 18 October 2018

R&B discontinues Borders grain whisky

The blender has withdrawn its single grain brand after postponing plans for a Borders distillery.
Latest news 17 October 2018

Johnnie Walker releases 50 Year Old whisky

The US$25,000 John Walker Masters’ Edition is the oldest expression released by the brand.
Latest news 17 October 2018

Glen Moray Cider Cask in Scotch first

The Speyside distillery is ‘pushing boundaries’ in a first for the Scotch whisky industry.
Latest news 16 October 2018

Prince Charles gifted Royal Lochnagar cask

HRH has requested the whisky, gifted to him upon a distillery visit, be bottled for charity.
Latest news 16 October 2018

Last Drop Distillers’ Tom Jago dies aged 93

The industry legend and man behind the Diageo Classic Malts has passed away.
Latest news 16 October 2018

New whisky opera to tour distilleries

The musical work, centred on a family-owned Scotch whisky distillery, will tour next month.
Latest news 15 October 2018

Douglas Laing reveals ‘twisted’ blended malt

The indie bottler’s latest anniversary whisky contains malts from every region in Scotland.
Latest news 15 October 2018

Ardgowan distillery reveals revised plans

The new Inverkip distillery is scheduled to open in 2020, with a new malts series due next year.
Latest news 15 October 2018

Latest rare Macallan misses auction record

The 1926 bottle with a label designed by Sir Peter Blake sold for US$843,200 in New York.
Latest news 12 October 2018

Glenmorangie restores Dornoch oyster reefs

The distillery is funding an effort to revive Dornoch’s extinct Native European oyster population.
Latest news 12 October 2018

New Macallan Concept explores the ‘unusual’

The first whisky in Macallan’s new duty free series is an exercise in ‘unconventional maturation’.
Latest news 11 October 2018

Caol Ila, Glenkinchie unveil visitor plans

The changes are part of Diageo’s £150m plans to overhaul distillery tourism facilities.
Latest news 10 October 2018

Brora revival granted planning permission

The distillery’s stillhouse will be entirely dismantled and rebuilt under the plans.
Latest news 10 October 2018

Rosebank distillery set to reopen in 2020

Plans to resurrect the cult Lowland single malt are awaiting approval by Falkirk Council.
Latest news 09 October 2018

Glenglassaugh Octaves Batch 2 released

The peated and unpeated single malts have matured in a range of smaller octave casks.
Latest news 09 October 2018

Bourbon tops Whisky Bible rankings again

Jim Murray has named an American whiskey as ‘whisky of the year’ for three years running.
Latest news 04 October 2018

‘Unique’ Macallan could be first £1m whisky

The bottle of 60-year-old whisky, painted by artist Michael Dillon, will be auctioned next month.
Latest news 04 October 2018

Old Pulteney travel retail range revamped

The changes include a renewed focus on age statements and redesigned packaging.
Latest news 04 October 2018

Macallan Easter Elchies Black sold by ballot

The single malt’s latest limited edition release will be sold through an online ballot.
Latest news 04 October 2018

Midleton Very Rare 2018 announced

The 35th annual release is a blend of Irish whiskeys matured for between 12 and 28 years.
Latest news 03 October 2018

Tamdhu 12 to replace core 10-year-old whisky

The Speyside distillery’s new entry-level expression is being gradually rolled out.
Latest news 03 October 2018

Macallan 60yo smashes world record again

The 1926 Macallan Valerio Adami was sold at auction by Bonhams in Edinburgh for £848,750.
Latest news 01 October 2018

White Walker released by Johnnie Walker

The Game of Thrones-themed blended whisky will be available globally from this month.
Latest news 01 October 2018

Longmorn 1961 ‘twins’ complete G&M series

The 57-year-old malts, priced at £30,000 a pair, are the oldest Longmorn releases to date.
Latest news 01 October 2018

Chivas 50 marks Manchester United triumph

Chivas Regal’s oldest release to date celebrates the team’s 1968 European Cup victory.
Latest news 28 September 2018

Tomatin 30 Year Old replaces 1988 vintage

The Highland distillery launched an initial batch of 3,000 bottles of its new single malt.
Latest news 27 September 2018

Third Ardbeg Twenty Something unveiled

A third edition of Ardbeg Twenty Something will be available exclusively to Committee Members.
Latest news 27 September 2018

Charity whisky auction tackles ocean plastic

Whisky.Auction will donate £200k from the sale of ‘exceptional’ whiskies to charity Plastic Oceans.
Latest news 26 September 2018

Speyburn 16-year-old to land in duty free

The Speyside distillery’s new expression is its third travel retail-exclusive release this year.
Latest news 26 September 2018

Futuristic experience pops up at Whisky Show

Explore the future of whisky with Scotchwhisky.com at the London Whisky Show.
Latest news 25 September 2018

Bourbon & Beyond suspended due to heavy rain

The Louisville whiskey festival was a washout, cancelling sets from Sting and Robert Plant.
Latest news 19 September 2018

Buffalo Trace’s new 2018 Antique Collection

The Kentucky distillery’s annual collection of limited edition Bourbon and rye is on its way.
Latest news 19 September 2018

Highland Park 50 Year Old unveiled

The Orkney single malt’s oldest release since 2010 is priced at US$15,000 a bottle.
Latest news 19 September 2018

Macallan Rare Cask eyes collectors market

The single malt expression will now be released in batches to ‘enhance its collectability’.
Latest news 18 September 2018

Conor McGregor unveils Proper No. 12 whiskey

The UFC fighter has launched the Irish blend just weeks ahead of the sports’ ‘biggest-ever’ bout.
Latest news 13 September 2018

BenRiach revives 12 Year Old Sherry Wood

The expression returns as part of the Speyside distillery’s core range after a three-year absence.
Latest news 13 September 2018

Balvenie DoubleWood 25 marks milestone

The new limited release commemorates the 25th anniversary of the DoubleWood 12-year-old.
Latest news 12 September 2018

Glenmorangie casks used to make surfboards

The hand-built surfboards are the latest Beyond the Cask initiative from the single malt.
Latest news 12 September 2018

Cladach blended malt is last Special Release

The 2018 limited release line-up is completed by a blend of six coastal single malts.
Latest news 11 September 2018

First Ardgowan ‘South Pole Scotch’ released

Ardgowan Expedition is a 20-year-old blended malt containing whisky that has visited the South Pole.
Latest news 10 September 2018

Balvenie auctions whisky and car for $150k

Bids of over $150k are expected for the latest DCS Compendium and Balvenie Morgan Roadster.
Latest news 10 September 2018

Glenfiddich owner launches Aerstone malt

The single malt range has been created to ‘demystify’ Scotch with Sea Cask and Land Cask.
Latest news 10 September 2018

GlenDronach Forgue launches in duty free

The 10-year-old Sherry cask-matured whisky is the distillery’s first in travel retail.
Latest news 07 September 2018

Glenrothes ditches vintages for new range

The distillery’s new core range will feature age statements, rather than vintages.
Latest news 07 September 2018

Compass Box introduces The Spaniard whisky

The Spanish wine-influenced blended malt joins the whisky maker’s permanent range.
Latest news 06 September 2018

Jameson unveils Cold Brew Irish coffee drink

Jameson’s new innovation is designed to appeal to both whisky and coffee fans.
Latest news 05 September 2018

Glendronach Revival 15 Year Old returns

The much-anticipated Sherry-matured single malt returns after a three-year hiatus.
Latest news 04 September 2018

BenRiach single cask marks 120th anniversary

A single marsala hogshead laid down in 1998 has been bottled to celebrate the occasion.
Latest news 04 September 2018

Ncn’ean spirit bridges gin and whisky

The new Ncn’ean Botanical Spirit infuses new make spirit with local botanicals and juniper.
Latest news 04 September 2018

Glenmorangie unveils Madeira-finished 1993

The 25-year-old travel retail exclusive was ‘finished’ for 15 years in an ex-Madeira cask.
Latest news 04 September 2018

‘Bold’ Allt-A-Bhainne to ‘shake up’ Scotch

The distillery’s first official whisky is designed to appeal to ‘adventurous’ drinkers.
Latest news 03 September 2018

Benromach Cask No 1 marks 20th anniversary

The 20-year-old single cask will celebrate 20 years since the distillery’s reopening.
Latest news 31 August 2018

Balvenie names Stewart’s potential successor

Kelsey McKechnie, 25, will be mentored by the longest-serving malt master in Scotch whisky.
Latest news 30 August 2018

Ledaig kicks off new Douglas Laing series

The 21-year-old single cask whisky is the first in the bottler’s new Private Stock line-up.
Latest news 27 August 2018

New Glasgow distillery to be named Clutha

Douglas Laing & Co has revealed details of its £10m distillery in Glasgow.
Latest news 24 August 2018

Kingsbarns to release first Scotch whisky

The Lowland distillery’s first whisky will be sent exclusively to Founders’ Club members.
Latest news 21 August 2018

William Grant introduces Fistful of Bourbon

The Glenfiddich distiller has applied its Scotch know-how to create a new blended Bourbon.
Latest news 20 August 2018

Glenlivet 70-year-old sold for £43,800

The bottle of Private Collection Glenlivet 1943 surpassed its initial £30,000-£40,000 estimate.
Latest news 20 August 2018

Yamazaki 50-year-old breaks auction record

The first edition bottling is the most valuable Japanese whisky ever sold at auction.
Latest news 20 August 2018

Silent Speyside distillery could reopen

The Scottish government is seeking investment to bring distilling back to Dallas Dhu.
Latest news 17 August 2018

Rare Macallan could break world record

A bottle of the ‘world’s most valuable whisky’ is to be auctioned in Edinburgh this autumn.
Latest news 16 August 2018

Aberfeldy Madeira malts land in duty free

A 16- and 21-year-old single malt are new additions to Aberfeldy’s travel retail range.
Latest news 15 August 2018

Macallan whisky sale causes traffic ‘chaos’

Fans camped overnight outside the distillery in the hope of nabbing a limited edition bottle.
Latest news 14 August 2018

Old Pulteney unveils its new core range

The ‘ultimate maritime malt’ has introduced three new whiskies plus a new design.
Latest news 13 August 2018

Rare 70-year-old Glenlivet headlines auction

The 1943 bottling by Gordon & MacPhail is set to sell for over £30,000.
Latest news 13 August 2018

Lagavulin leads excavation of Islay castle

Work has begun on Dunyvaig Castle, a fortress built a stone’s throw away from Lagavulin distillery.
Latest news 10 August 2018

Distell unveils limited edition malts range

The 2018 collection features malts from Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Tobermory and Ledaig.
Latest news 10 August 2018

The Woodsman blend to recruit new generation

The new blended Scotch from Whyte & Mackay is designed to appeal to younger drinkers.
Latest news 09 August 2018

Ailsa Bay to debut peatier, sweeter whisky

The Lowland distillery will replace its original whisky with a new style of single malt.
Latest news 09 August 2018

Chivas Regal signs to Manchester United

The blended Scotch has signed a three-year sponsorship deal with the Premier League football team.
Latest news 08 August 2018

Laphroaig 1967 smashes auction record

A signed 15-year-old bottling by Silvano Samaroli reached £61,000 at auction this week.
Latest news 07 August 2018

Dornoch seeks funding for new distillery

The distillery’s owners will use funds from the campaign to move production to a new, larger site.
Latest news 07 August 2018

New London bar pours Scotch cocktails on tap

Hoxton’s Iron Stag has a special focus on Scotch whisky cocktails, serving Highballs by the keg.
Latest news 02 August 2018

Second cask strength Rock Oyster unveiled

Douglas Laing and Co. released the maritime blended malt to coincide with National Oyster Day.
Latest news 01 August 2018

Fettercairn relaunches single malt range

The Highland distillery’s new range will include 12- and 50-year-old whiskies.
Latest news 01 August 2018

Scotch boosted by record visitor numbers

There were almost 2m visits to whisky distilleries last year, and spending topped £60m.
Latest news 31 July 2018

Aberlour unveils Sherry-matured Casg Annamh

The new single malt offers ‘the ideal introduction’ to Sherry cask-matured whiskies.
Latest news 31 July 2018

Famous Grouse offers budget Port cask blend

This second entry in the whisky’s Cask Series is a Sainsbury’s-only exclusive.
Latest news 30 July 2018

Highland Park Valknut joins Legends series

The peated single malt whisky has been produced using locally grown Orkney barley.
Latest news 26 July 2018

Johnnie Walker Blue celebrates Port Ellen

Whisky from the lost distillery sits at the heart of the new Johnnie Walker Ghost & Rare edition.
Latest news 24 July 2018

Mortlach relaunches malts after backlash

The distillery has revised its malts range after drinkers criticised its previous bottlings.
Latest news 24 July 2018

Highland Park range invokes spirit animals

The Orkney distillery’s new travel retail range is inspired by iconic Viking creatures.
Latest news 23 July 2018

Glenfiddich Fire & Cane unites peat and rum

The peated single malt is the latest expression to join Glenfiddich’s Experimental Series.
Latest news 23 July 2018

Explore Scotland’s new island whisky trail

Whisky lovers can take in four distilleries while island-hopping Scotland’s west coast.
Latest news 20 July 2018

Game of Thrones single malts are coming

The collection of Scotch whiskies will ‘honor’ the Great Houses of the Seven Kingdoms.
Latest news 18 July 2018

Bowmore 27YO Port Cask completes trilogy

The final Vintner’s Trilogy single malt has spent more than half its life in a Port pipe.
Latest news 17 July 2018

Tomatin 15-year-old Moscatel finish released

The limited-edition single malt has spent five years in Portuguese Moscatel barriques.
Latest news 16 July 2018

Starward ageing charity whisky at sea

The Australian distillery is maturing a cask of whisky aboard a cruise liner.
Latest news 16 July 2018

‘Last chance’ to buy Old Pulteney 21YO

The last UK stocks of the Wick distillery’s discontinued expression are offered for sale.
Latest news 13 July 2018

Buchanan’s moves into blended malts

The blended Scotch brand is the latest to introduce a blended malt expression, Buchanan’s Select.
Latest news 12 July 2018

First Lakes single malt sold for £7,900

Bottle 1 of Genesis, the English distillery’s new single malt, breaks two world records.
Latest news 10 July 2018

New Macallan distillery pulls ‘fake’ bottles

The ‘19th-century’ bottles have been withdrawn from display amid authenticity concerns.
Latest news 09 July 2018

Brodick Bay begins new Isle of Arran series

The 20-year-old single malt is the first in a range of whiskies paying homage to Arran’s landscape.
Latest news 07 July 2018

New Scallywag celebrates World Chocolate Day

Douglas Laing has unveiled a Chocolate Edition blended malt with a ‘deep cocoa’ character.
Latest news 05 July 2018

New Balvenie 50 released for £27,500

The Balvenie Fifty: Marriage 0962 has been created from some of the distillery’s oldest stocks.
Latest news 05 July 2018

BenRiach creates whisky-themed clothing line

The distillery has collaborated with men’s fashion label Kestin Hare on the new range.
Latest news 05 July 2018

Bladnoch 10 Year Old joins distillery range

The Lowland distillery has added a limited edition 10-year-old malt to its line-up.
In depth 05 July 2018

Behind Grant’s radical whisky makeover

A behind-the-scenes look at the revamp of the world’s third most popular Scotch whisky.
Latest news 04 July 2018

Grant’s range has radical revamp

Changes include the renaming of the flagship blend and the launch of three new expressions.
Latest news 02 July 2018

Chivas XV launched as ‘contemporary’ blend

Finished in Cognac casks, the new blended Scotch is designed for ‘high-energy celebrations.
Latest news 02 July 2018

Diageo starts build of £6.4m whisky lab

The new facility will be a state-of-the-art hub for whisky blending and testing.
Latest news 02 July 2018

GlenAllachie core range revealed

The line-up of four malts follows Billy Walker’s acquisition of the Speyside distillery.
Latest news 29 June 2018

Last Drop releases Glenrothes 1968 ‘twins’

The two single malts are the first Speyside releases from the rare spirits specialist.
Latest news 28 June 2018

GlenDronach releases new Cask Strength batch

The seventh annual release has been matured in Pedro Ximénez and oloroso Sherry casks.
Latest news 27 June 2018

Jura One For You concludes community series

The 18-year-old single malt completes a three-whisky range celebrating Jura’s community spirit.
Latest news 27 June 2018

Douglas Laing releases Port Dundas 1978

The 40-year-old single grain is the company’s second 70th anniversary bottling.
Latest news 26 June 2018

BenRiach’s new Temporis nods to peated past

The Speyside distillery has added a 21-year-old peated malt to its core range.
Latest news 22 June 2018

‘World’s first’ Anglo-Scots whisky created

Lakes distillery has used whiskies from both sides of the border in a hybrid blended malt.
Latest news 22 June 2018

Glenturret and Cutty Sark brands for sale

A new owner is being sought for the home of Famous Grouse and blended Scotch Cutty Sark.
Latest news 20 June 2018

Loch Lomond marks Open deal with new malts

Three whiskies have been launched in partnership with golfers Colin Montgomerie and Paul Lawrie.
Latest news 19 June 2018

Glasgow whisky distillery plans expansion

A £6m investment will enable the Hillington site to double its whisky making capacity.
Latest news 15 June 2018

MacLean selects SMWS anniversary whiskies

The whisky writer has selected 21 single casks to mark the Society's 35th anniversary.
Latest news 15 June 2018

Royal Salute launches Kew Palace Edition

The 28-year-old blend is designed to evoke the aromas of the palace’s kitchen gardens.
Latest news 14 June 2018

Macallan Genesis celebrates new distillery

The new single malt was created in collaboration with the architect of the £140m facility.
Latest news 14 June 2018

Higginbottom whisky brand revived

Four single cask bottlings have been released by the whisky maker’s great-great-grandson.
Latest news 13 June 2018

BenRiach unveils 2018 single cask releases

The Speyside distillery has revealed the 17 bottlings to make up its 2018 single cask programme.
Latest news 12 June 2018

Johnnie Walker Triple Cask new to duty free

The Black Label spin-off is available exclusively from Dufry travel retail stores.
Latest news 12 June 2018

Speyside opens Aviemore visitor experience

The Snug in Aviemore will host tastings, events and local art away from ‘the secret distillery’.
In depth 11 June 2018

How whisky tourism is transforming Scotch

Soaring growth in whisky tourism is paving the way for a new generation of Scotch distillery.
Latest news 06 June 2018

Glenmorangie malt marks 175th anniversary

The 16-year-old single cask whisky is available from the distillery for £650 a bottle.
Latest news 05 June 2018

Jura 12 Year Old joins Coastal Collection

Douglas Laing’s single cask bottling is the second in a series honouring Scotland’s islands.
Latest news 05 June 2018

Compass Box Delilah’s XXV honours bar

The new blended whisky marks the 25th anniversary of the Chicago punk rock whisky bar.
Latest news 04 June 2018

Ben Nevis kicks off Scottish Folklore malts

The 45-year-old single malt launches a series linked to Scottish myths and legends.
Latest news 01 June 2018

Macallan M Black and Edition No 4 released

The latest releases from the Speyside single malt will cost £5,400 and £82 respectively.
Latest news 30 May 2018

Macallan 72 Years Old priced at US$60,000

The single malt’s oldest release to date, distilled in the 1940s, launches in August.
Latest news 30 May 2018

Gordon & MacPhail plans Speyside distillery

The owner of Benromach wants to build a second plant at Craggan, near Grantown-on-Spey.
Latest news 25 May 2018

Ardnamurchan whisky to fund youth education

Young people in the Highlands are being given maturing casks to pay for higher education.
Latest news 24 May 2018

Whisky Galore! island plans £10m distillery

The South Uist plant signals whisky’s return to the area for the first time since 1844.
Latest news 24 May 2018

Georgie Crawford to revive Port Ellen

The Lagavulin manager will leave her post to bring the cult Islay malt back into production.
In depth 24 May 2018

Million-dollar Macallans: the inside story

Investigating the history of the 1926 single malts that sold for US$1m-plus at auction.
Latest news 24 May 2018

Another ‘million-dollar Macallan’ at auction

The 60-year-old whisky, with a label by Peter Blake, is expected to fetch up to US$700,000.
Latest news 23 May 2018

Scotch faces threat from US trade deal

Whisky’s three-year minimum maturation period should be scrapped, according to US report.
Latest news 22 May 2018

John Crabbie plans £7m Leith distillery

The new plant will continue the revival of the John Crabbie name in Scotch whisky.
Latest news 22 May 2018

Macallan opens ‘landmark’ £140m distillery

The opening marks the start of a new chapter for the luxury Speyside single malt.
Latest news 21 May 2018

BenRiach 12-Year-Old is airport exclusive

Travellers to Heathrow will have the chance to buy the new single cask single malt whisky.
Latest news 18 May 2018

Million-dollar Macallans smash world record

The two 60-year-old single malts fetched more than US$1m each at auction in Hong Kong.
Latest news 18 May 2018

New Glengoyne Cask Strength is Sherry first

The Highland distillery’s sixth Cask Strength release is 100% matured in ex-Sherry casks.
Latest news 16 May 2018

Royal Salute marks wedding with $10k blend

The first of only 70 luxury Royal Salute bottles will be gifted to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Latest news 15 May 2018

Create a personalised Johnnie Walker blend

A new online tool matches users’ personal flavour preferences to one of six blended whiskies.
Latest news 10 May 2018

Glenfiddich Aroma Lab unveiled at Harrods

The luxury experience pinpoints a shopper’s ‘ideal whisky style’ with six specially-created aromas.
Latest news 10 May 2018

Port Charlotte’s whisky range relaunches

The heavily-peated single malt from Bruichladdich is introducing four new whiskies this summer.
Latest news 10 May 2018

Highland Park The Light completes series

The 17-year-old single malt, aged in American oak, marks the coming of spring and summer.
Latest news 09 May 2018

First Eden Mill bottle breaks auction record

The first whisky to be distilled in St Andrews for nearly 160 years earns £7,100 at auction.
Latest news 09 May 2018

Johnnie Walker unveils ‘White Walker’ whisky

The blended Scotch has partnered with HBO to create a new Game of Thrones themed whisky.
Latest news 09 May 2018

BenRiach Triple Distilled lands in duty free

The Speyside distillery is launching a 10-year-old triple-distilled single malt whisky.
Latest news 08 May 2018

Five new malts join Exceptional Cask Series

The Aultmore, Craigellachie and Aberfeldy whiskies will be available in travel retail.
Latest news 08 May 2018

Raffle returns for World Whisky Day 2018

Buy a ticket for the charity raffle and you could win over £2,000 worth of whisky.
Latest news 05 May 2018

The Glenlivet launches ‘first’ Cognac finish

The Glenlivet Captain’s Reserve is said to be the first major single malt finished in Cognac casks.
Latest news 02 May 2018

Singleton Malt Master’s Selection unveiled

The Dufftown expression’s release also heralds a revamp of the brand’s entire core range.
Latest news 01 May 2018

Tamdhu single cask marks 120th anniversary

The distillery is celebrating the occasion with a commemorative whisky chosen by staff members.
Latest news 01 May 2018

‘Oldest’ Glenfarclas returns to distillery

The 1920 malt is believed to be the oldest unopened bottle of Glenfarclas in existence.
Latest news 30 April 2018

Daftmill Inaugural Release to be balloted

The first single malt from Daftmill distillery will be sold in a randomly allocated ballot.
Latest news 30 April 2018

SMWS unveils festival-exclusive whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society reveals new Speyside and Islay whiskies to be released next month.
Latest news 27 April 2018

Scotch industry on track for green future

Scotch whisky producers are already ahead of commitments to operate more sustainably by 2020.
Latest news 26 April 2018

Douglas Laing reveals Glasgow Epicurean

The new bottling has been created by some of Glasgow’s top bartenders and spirits experts.
Latest news 26 April 2018

Elixir Distillers planning Islay distillery

The Elements of Islay producer intends to build a whisky distillery on the island’s south coast.
Latest news 25 April 2018

Macallan 1926 malts fetch world record $1.2m

Two bottles with labels designed by Sir Peter Blake and Valerio Adami were sold in Dubai.
Latest news 25 April 2018

Talisker 40 Year Old heads new Bodega Series

The oldest globally available release from Talisker is the first in a new Sherry-inspired range.
Latest news 24 April 2018

Eden Mill launches its first single malts

The Fife distillery has launched seven single cask single malts with various mash bills.
Latest news 24 April 2018

World’s ‘most extreme’ whisky tour launches

The 60-mile trip involves cycling and kayaking to every distillery on Islay and Jura in three days.
Latest news 23 April 2018

The Whisky Exchange to open Fitzrovia shop

The spirits retailer is set to open a second London store on Great Portland Street next month.
Latest news 23 April 2018

Benromach launches ‘20th anniversary’ whisky

The 19-year-old single malt celebrates the reopening of the Speyside distillery in 1998.
Latest news 20 April 2018

Bunnahabhain unveils 2018 Fèis Ìle whiskies

The Islay distillery’s two festival bottlings are Sherry and Spanish oak-finished malts.
Latest news 18 April 2018

Budweiser producer buys Master of Malt

AB Inbev, the owner of Budweiser and Corona beers has purchased online retailer Master of Malt.
Latest news 18 April 2018

Whisky returns to Borders after 180 years

The first whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders in almost two centuries is about to open.
Latest news 16 April 2018

Edinburgh to get Johnnie Walker attraction

The city is to welcome a state-of-the-art whisky experience as part of a £150m investment.
Latest news 16 April 2018

Build begins on new Holyrood distillery

Work to build Edinburgh’s first malt distillery for nearly 100 years will begin next month.
Latest news 16 April 2018

New modern identity for Gordon & MacPhail

The 122-year-old bottler has overhauled its whisky ranges to appeal to modern whisky drinkers.
Latest news 13 April 2018

Diageo’s 2018 Special Releases revealed

For the first time, Port Ellen and Brora are absent from Diageo’s annual Special Releases.
Latest news 13 April 2018

Mossburn Distillers launches blended malts

The owner of Torabhaig distillery has released two blended malts created using bespoke cask bills.
Latest news 12 April 2018

Distillers’ charity auction makes over £200k

A 1964 Bowmore, which sold for £31,000, was the highest earner at this year’s Distillers’ Auction.
Latest news 11 April 2018

‘Louder, bolder’ Smokehead whisky released

Smokehead High Voltage is introduced as a ‘more intense’ version of the Islay single malt.
Latest news 11 April 2018

Famous Grouse launches cask-inspired blends

The new range of ‘everyday premium’ blends are designed to highlight cask character.
Latest news 11 April 2018

Glasgow distillery unveils third Prometheus

The new 28-year-old peated single malt has been sourced from an unnamed distillery.
Latest news 10 April 2018

Box distillery rebrands to ‘avoid confusion’

The Swedish distiller will change its name to avoid a ‘brand collision’ with Compass Box.
In depth 10 April 2018

Has Jura finally rediscovered its identity?

After the single malt’s revamp, has it found its place in the whisky world?
Latest news 04 April 2018

Glenmorangie launches Grand Vintage 1989

The release is the first from Glenmorangie to be matured in Côte-Rôtie red wine casks.
In depth 04 April 2018

GlenAllachie’s new dawn

The Speyside distillery steps into the spotlight with the first whiskies released by its new owners.
Latest news 29 March 2018

Walker releases first GlenAllachie whiskies

The Speyside distillery is releasing six single casks ahead of its core range launch.
Latest news 29 March 2018

Glenfiddich in summer Highball campaign

A custom Highball machine will tour London as part of the brand’s new mixer movement.
Latest news 29 March 2018

Whisky caching returns to Spirit of Speyside

Festival-goers will again hunt for hidden caches of whisky across Speyside this May.
Latest news 27 March 2018

Macallan 50 Years Old unveiled

The £25,000 Speyside single malt whisky will be limited to only 200 bottles worldwide.
Latest news 27 March 2018

Douglas Laing bottlings mark 70th birthday

The independent bottler is releasing a number of limited-edition whiskies to celebrate.
Latest news 27 March 2018

Kingsbarns whisky comes of age

The Fife distillery’s spirit, aged three years on 23 March, is now officially Scotch whisky.
Latest news 26 March 2018

Macallan axes 1824 range in global revamp

The colour-focused line-up is cut as part of a rethink of the single malt’s portfolio.
Latest news 26 March 2018

Berry Bros launches four blended malts

The Speyside, Islay, Sherry cask and peated cask Scotch whiskies join The Classic Range.
Latest news 23 March 2018

‘Mystery’ Glenlivet Code launches worldwide

The distillery has released a new single malt with no cask information or tasting notes.
Latest news 23 March 2018

Whisky documentary in crowdfunding drive

The Amber Light will explore Scottish culture and history through the lens of whisky.
Latest news 22 March 2018

Rare whiskies to feature in charity auction

More than 70 rare whiskies are for sale at the Worshipful Company of Distillers auction.
Latest news 21 March 2018

The Dalmore 45 launched at £10,000

The luxury-focused Highland single malt’s 45-year-old bottling uses multiple cask types.
Latest news 20 March 2018

Nectar Grove released by Wemyss Malts

The independent bottler is launching a new blended malt finished in Madeira casks.
Latest news 20 March 2018

Linkwood 1956 unveiled by Gordon & MacPhail

The £22,000, 60-year-old single cask single malt is the second in an ultra-rare series.
Latest news 19 March 2018

Last Glenugie buildings set for demolition

The warehouse demolition is the final chapter in the story of the Peterhead distillery.
Latest news 15 March 2018

Ardbeg Grooves release hit by website glitch

The limited edition Ardbeg Day Committee release was delayed after its website crashed.
Latest news 15 March 2018

‘Holy Grail’ Macallans set for auction

The Peter Blake and Valerio Adami 60-year-old malts will be sold by Bonhams in Hong Kong.
Latest news 15 March 2018

Douglas Laing launches Coastal Collection

The range of four single cask single malts will honour Scotland’s whisky islands.
Latest news 15 March 2018

Bladnoch Bicentennial Release unveiled

The Lowland distillery’s commemorative whisky will retail at £5,000 per bottle.
Latest news 14 March 2018

Bunnahabhain releases new limited editions

The Islay distillery has unveiled two expressions finished in brandy and Sherry casks.
Latest news 13 March 2018

Scotch whisky to display calories on labels

Bottles will feature calorie information by 2022, thanks to a new industry commitment.
Latest news 09 March 2018

Glasgow Distillery readies first single malt

The whisky, called 1770, is the first of its kind produced in the city in over 100 years.
Latest news 08 March 2018

Ardbeg Grooves is latest Ardbeg Day release

This year’s limited edition Islay single malt recalls the ‘Summer of Love’ of the 1960s.
Latest news 08 March 2018

Balvenie appoints new global ambassador

Gemma Paterson, previously US east ambassador, will take over the role from Sam Simmons.
Latest news 08 March 2018

New Hedonism edition toasts women in whisky

Compass Box is releasing a new Hedonism expression in honour of its female workforce.
Latest news 06 March 2018

#OurWhisky movement to challenge stereotypes

The movement will tackle ‘out-dated perceptions’ of the stereotypical whisky drinker.
Latest news 06 March 2018

Whisky glass ‘for women’ condemned as sexist

A whisky glass designed to fit in a woman’s hand is being launched next month.
Latest news 05 March 2018

‘New dawn’ for Jura as it overhauls range

The island distillery is changing its entire range of whiskies as it moves in a new direction.
In depth 02 March 2018

Jane Walker backlash is a ‘misunderstanding’

The whisky was never designed specifically for women, its producer explains.
Latest news 27 February 2018

Glenmorangie to open secret London speakeasy

The distillery is launching a pop-up bar to celebrate its new limited edition Glenmorangie Spìos.
Latest news 27 February 2018

Glen Scotia brings Campbeltown to London

The Campbeltown distillery is going on a Grand Tour of the world, starting with the UK.
Latest news 27 February 2018

GlenDronach launches 15 single cask malts

The range features 14 Sherry cask-matured whiskies, plus one matured exclusively in a Port Pipe.
Latest news 26 February 2018

Jane Walker whisky launches in US

A female version of Johnnie Walker’s Striding Man will grace bottles in the US.
Latest news 22 February 2018

Lagg sells first casks of whisky for £6,000

The first casks to be filled at the new Arran distillery are being offered for sale.
Latest news 22 February 2018

Dutch-Scotch blended malt launches

The Winter Queen is a fusion of single malt from Scottish and Dutch distilleries.
Latest news 20 February 2018

Tomatin releases last of Five Virtues series

The Highland distillery debuts Metal and Water, the final two whiskies in the series.
In depth 19 February 2018

Islay’s single malt expansion

The latest moves on ‘Whisky Island’, including new, revived and expanding distilleries.
Latest news 19 February 2018

Ardbeg to double distillation capacity

The Islay distillery is to build a new still house to accommodate a total of four stills.
Latest news 13 February 2018

First regulated rare whisky fund launches

The Single Malt Fund will make investing in whisky ‘more inclusive and accessible’.
Latest news 13 February 2018

The Glenlivet 12 returns to UK this summer

The single malt expression will be available on shelves once more after a three-year absence.
Latest news 09 February 2018

Scotch whisky exports hit record high

Overseas shipments reached a new high of £4.36bn in 2017, up by almost 9% on 2016.
Latest news 09 February 2018

Macallan launches first London whisky lounge

Macallan’s first UK whisky lounge has opened at London’s Euro-Japanese restaurant Four Degree.
Latest news 09 February 2018

Over £25m of rare whisky sold at auction

The amount of rare Scotch whisky sold at UK auctions has hit a record high.
Latest news 08 February 2018

GlenDronach launches Grandeur Batch 9

The Highland distillery is releasing a limited edition 24-year-old single malt this month.
Latest news 08 February 2018

Eden Mill plans £4 million expansion

The experimental Fife brewery and distillery intends to produce more whisky, gin and beer.
Latest news 06 February 2018

Spirit of Speyside 2018 tickets on sale

Visit distilleries usually closed to the public, as well as rare drams at the annual festival.
Latest news 06 February 2018

Mysterious ‘Malt Mill’ mini sells for £3,400

The miniature could contain some of the only whisky left from the lost distillery.
Latest news 01 February 2018

‘South Pole Scotch’ bottled in world first

Whisky lovers will soon be able to buy a bottle containing Scotch that’s visited Antarctica.
Latest news 01 February 2018

The Singleton presents Glendullan 40

The whisky from The Singleton’s Forgotten Drop series is the oldest ever released by the distillery.
Latest news 31 January 2018

Priceless mini of rare ‘Malt Mill’ auctioned

Long considered a ‘unicorn’ whisky, a miniature of ‘Malt Mill’ has surfaced at auction.
Latest news 30 January 2018

Yamazaki 50-year-old sells for over £200k

The Japanese whisky has become the most expensive ever sold at auction.
Latest news 30 January 2018

Glenmorangie expands as whisky demand rises

The Scotch whisky distillery is to build an additional stillhouse to meet increasing demand.
Latest news 30 January 2018

Glenmorangie Spìos is 9th Private Edition

The ninth release in the limited edition series has been aged fully in ex-rye whiskey casks.
Latest news 29 January 2018

Whisky industry to phase out plastic straws

Scotch producers have joined the global movement to stamp out non-recyclable plastic waste.
Latest news 25 January 2018

Scotch Whisky Experience begins signed tours

British and American Sign Language speakers can now get a taste of the Edinburgh attraction.
Latest news 25 January 2018

Scotch revival continues for Diageo

Sales were up in the last six months of 2017, with Johnnie Walker leading the charge.
Latest news 24 January 2018

Diageo’s ‘secret’ move to amend Scotch rules

Task force looked at ways to reform Scotch whisky’s strict production rules, says report.
Latest news 24 January 2018

John Crabbie whiskies make historic return

The 19th-century brand has been resurrected ahead of plans for a new Edinburgh distillery.
Latest news 24 January 2018

Zagatti Collection to go on public display

The whisky collection will be exhibited in a Dutch museum due to open later this year.
Latest news 22 January 2018

Diageo’s distillery tourism at record high

Business is booming for whisky tourism, as Diageo’s visitor centres see a rise of over 15%.
Latest news 20 January 2018

Whisky seized in ‘Prohibition-style’ raids

Armed police raided Canadian whisky bars for selling SMWS whisky ‘illegally’.
Latest news 17 January 2018

Black Bowmore auctioned for almost £12,000

The highly regarded 30-year-old single malt originally retailed for only £80.
Latest news 16 January 2018

Balblair launches new 1991 and 2000 vintages

The Highland distillery has unveiled new releases of two vintage single malts.
Latest news 16 January 2018

Johnnie Walker to introduce Jane Walker

The Striding Man has been transformed into the Striding Woman for a new whisky edition.
Latest news 11 January 2018

Johnnie Walker launches Sherry Cask Finish

The brand’s experimental Blenders’ Batch Sherry Cask Finish debuts as a travel retail exclusive.
Latest news 10 January 2018

International Scotch Day 2018 announced

It’s back! Take a tour of the Diageo archives to mark the annual Scotch celebration.
Latest news 09 January 2018

Bruichladdich’s Carl Reavey dies

Tributes have been made to the distillery’s head of communications following his sudden death.
Latest news 04 January 2018

Glenmorangie Cadboll debuts in travel retail

The latest whisky to join Glenmorangie’s Legends Collection is inspired by ancient wines.
Latest news 03 January 2018

Timorous Beastie 10 Year Old launches

Douglas Laing & Co. has launched a 10-year-old version of its Highland blended malt.
In depth 29 December 2017

The 10 most read Scotch stories of 2017

Counting down the big news items that made the headlines on Scotchwhisky.com this year.
Latest news 21 December 2017

Lost Distillery Company creates mini pack

The gift pack includes seven blended malts made in the style of lost distilleries’ whisky.
Latest news 20 December 2017

Arbikie readies first rye spirit release

The distillery’s one-off bottling will raise funds for research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Latest news 19 December 2017

Macallan Sherry Oak 40 Years Old unveiled

The US$9,000 single malt is billed as the ‘pinnacle’ of the distillery’s Sherry Oak range.
Latest news 14 December 2017

Graffiti artist designs Johnnie Walker range

Prominent street artist Tristan Eaton has collaborated with Johnnie Walker for art-inspired range.
Latest news 14 December 2017

Highland Park The Dark marks winter solstice

The Orkney distillery’s latest expression is the first of two releases observing the seasons.
Latest news 13 December 2017

Lindores Abbey starts whisky production

The Lowland distillery at Fife’s historic landmark is set to begin its first distillation.
Latest news 13 December 2017

Daftmill set to release first whisky

The Lowland distillery will bottle its first malt more than a decade after it was founded.
In depth 13 December 2017

Scotch whisky and rye: the challenges

Distillers are coming up with ever more inventive ways of working with this tricky grain.
In depth 13 December 2017

Scotch whisky and rye: past and present

Rye’s return in Scotland after a long gap marks the latest chapter in a chequered history.
Latest news 12 December 2017

Record-breaking Dalmore sells for £114,000

The 62-year-old single malt is the most expensive bottle of whisky auctioned by Christie’s.
Latest news 05 December 2017

‘Ghost village’ distillery plans revealed

Designs for a whisky and gin distillery in the abandoned Polphail village have been unveiled.
Latest news 05 December 2017

Tullibardine 1962 joins Custodians range

Matured for 52 years, the single malt is the third whisky to be added to the series.
Latest news 01 December 2017

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost launches

The new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare blend features whisky from lost distilleries.
Latest news 01 December 2017

Scotch set for a rye revival

Bruichladdich and InchDairnie have run commercial distillations of pot still rye spirits.
Latest news 30 November 2017

Glenglassaugh releases 50-year-old whisky

The Speyside distillery’s new rare cask range includes a 50-year-old malt priced at £4,500.
Latest news 29 November 2017

GlenWyvis’ green whisky distillery opens

Scotland’s first crowdfunded distillery, 100% green energy-powered, is ready to open.
Latest news 28 November 2017

Bowmore 1966 on sale for £20,000

The 50-year-old whisky was distilled in the year that Bowmore was first bottled as a single malt.
Latest news 28 November 2017

‘First’ female coppersmith starts work

Rebecca Weir, 18, has been taken on as an apprentice by Diageo Abercrombie copperworks.
Latest news 24 November 2017

Laphroaig unveils latest Cairdeas bottling

Laphroaig Cairdeas 15 Year Old is reserved for the Friends of Laphroaig collective.
Latest news 23 November 2017

Clydeside distillery opens in Glasgow

Glasgow’s whisky renaissance takes a step forward with the opening of Clydeside distillery.
Latest news 17 November 2017

Macallan Exceptional Single Cask launched

The seven single cask single malts have been matured for between 12 and 22 years.
Latest news 16 November 2017

Annandale’s whisky revived after 99 years

The first single malt whisky from Annandale distillery for 99 years has been bottled.
Latest news 16 November 2017

Aberargie distillery opens in Perthshire

The opening of Aberargie near Perth marks the Morrison family’s return to distilling.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Ardgowan distillery wins £1m grant

Scottish Government award will help fund construction at the £12m project west of Glasgow.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Building begins on £15m Ardross distillery

Construction of the £15m Ardross farm distillery has begun near Inverness.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Aldi launches Glen Marnoch 29 Year Old

The low-priced aged single malt forms part of Aldi’s Christmas spirits range.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Scotch admits defeat on minimum pricing

The measure may be introduced in Scotland within months after the Supreme Court ruling.
Latest news 14 November 2017

Bruichladdich unveils Rare Cask malts

The three single malts are taken from the final parcels of whisky distilled in 1984-6.
Latest news 14 November 2017

Kilchoman to double distillation capacity

The Islay distillery will add two more stills in a bid to cash in on the buoyant malts market.
Latest news 13 November 2017

New Macallan distillery begins trials

The £100m-plus new facility will take over single malt production after ‘rigorous’ tests.
Latest news 10 November 2017

Pre-war Mortlach could fetch £20,000

The single malt, distilled in 1938 and bottled in 1999, will be auctioned next week.
Latest news 10 November 2017

Big Peat launches ‘old and rare’ trilogy

The blended Islay malt is releasing its first age-stated expressions, starting with a 25-year-old.
Latest news 09 November 2017

Lagavulin 8 Year Old joins core range

The limited-edition expression has won a permanent place in the Islay single malt’s range.
Latest news 08 November 2017

Gartbreck distillery plans could be revived

The resolution of a land dispute at the Islay site looks set to resurrect the project.
Latest news 07 November 2017

AnCnoc Peatheart is brand’s ‘smokiest’ malt

The Highland single malt brand has launched its ‘smokiest’ whisky to date, anCnoc Peatheart.
Latest news 07 November 2017

Glenglassaugh unveils Wood Finish range

The series of cask-finished whiskies marks a ‘new chapter’ for the Highland single malt.
Latest news 06 November 2017

London bar to deliver whisky in pouches

The team behind London’s Black Rock bar have launched a quirky new whisky subscription service.
Latest news 02 November 2017

$10,000 glass of Macallan confirmed as fake

The ‘1878’ bottle contained blended Scotch whisky from the early 1970s, tests have shown.
Latest news 01 November 2017

Highland Park Full Volume released in the US

The single malt, distilled in 1999 and matured in 100% ex-Bourbon, is aimed at music lovers.
Latest news 30 October 2017

Mixed fortunes for Scotch whisky exports

Volumes were down, value up as single malts continued their march in the first half of 2017.
Latest news 30 October 2017

Gauldrons Campbeltown blended malt revealed

The Campbeltown blended malt joins Douglas Laing’s Remarkable Regional Malts range.
Latest news 24 October 2017

Highland Park to replace Warrior series

Highland Park Voyage of the Raven marks a new travel retail series for the single malt brand.
Latest news 23 October 2017

Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter 3 unveiled

The five whiskies are priced at £57,000, including the distillery’s oldest release to date.
Latest news 19 October 2017

Glengoyne 30 Year Old earns limited release

Only 6,000 bottles of the new single malt expression will be available each year.
Latest news 19 October 2017

Glen Keith distillery releases single malt

The Speyside distillery has launched its first single malt since reopening in 2013.
Latest news 18 October 2017

Victorian James Eadie blend resurrected

James Eadie’s Trade Mark X blend has been recreated 160 years after its conception.
Latest news 18 October 2017

SMWS bottles first Indian malts

The six-year-old single cask single malts were made at a ‘prominent distillery in Goa’.
Latest news 18 October 2017

Whisky baubles released for Christmas

Whisky lovers can now decorate their Christmas tree with baubles containing a wee nip.
Latest news 17 October 2017

Dalmore sells £1m Paterson Collection

The £1 million Dalmore whisky collection has found a buyer, four years after being launched.
Latest news 16 October 2017

Ardbeg Twenty Something marks dark days

The 23-year-old Islay malt was filled into cask at a difficult time for the distillery.
Latest news 13 October 2017

Macallan Quest Collection for travel retail

The new range, exclusive to travel retail, includes four NAS single malt whiskies.
Latest news 12 October 2017

Bourbon takes 2018 Whisky Bible crown

Colonel EH Taylor Four Grain is World Whisky of the Year, ahead of Redbreast and Glen Grant.
Latest news 12 October 2017

Scotch whisky sales ‘hit by duty hike’

UK Scotch sales fell by 1m bottles after spring duty rise, says Scotch Whisky Association.
Latest news 12 October 2017

GlenWyvis appoints Mortlach distiller

Duncan Tait will be the Dingwall distillery’s first manager after joining from Mortlach.
In depth 11 October 2017

Bringing Rosebank back to life

Now just an empty shell, the Falkirk distillery could be producing spirit within two years.
Latest news 10 October 2017

Rosebank distillery set to reopen

Ian Macleod Distillers hopes to have the coveted Lowland distillery operational by 2019.
Latest news 10 October 2017

Norlan debuts black glass for blind tasting

The new Norlan VAILD is designed to focus attention on flavour and aroma in whisky.
In depth 09 October 2017

The resurrection of Port Ellen and Brora

We delve further into the plans to revive the two cult distilleries after nearly 40 years.
Latest news 09 October 2017

Port Ellen and Brora to reopen

The two cult distilleries will restart production by 2020 in a £35m investment by owner Diageo.
In depth 09 October 2017

Midleton launches Cask Circle programme

The private members club offers a selection of single casks priced at up to €450,000.
Latest news 06 October 2017

Midleton Very Rare 2017 unveiled

The newly repackaged whiskey is the 34th annual release from the Irish distillery.
Latest news 06 October 2017

Jura introduces first duty free whisky range

The island distillery’s Sherry Cask Collection is a ‘new signature style’ for the single malt.
Latest news 05 October 2017

Benromach 1977 single cask edition released

The Speyside distillery’s series of single cask bottlings from the 1970s continues.
Latest news 04 October 2017

New Glengoyne series honours the Sherry cask

The highland distillery’s new Spirit of Oak collection is a celebration of the Sherry cask.
Latest news 03 October 2017

Billy Walker spells out Glenallachie plans

The Speyside distillery’s new owner plans to release ‘affordable, premium quality’ malts.
Latest news 02 October 2017

Glenlivet 1943 released by Gordon & MacPhail

The £30,000 bottling is claimed to be one of the rarest single malts in the world.
Latest news 02 October 2017

Loch Lomond to release 50 Year Old malt

The company’s oldest whisky release to date is priced at £12,000 a bottle.
Latest news 01 October 2017

Compass Box unveils two new blended malts

The releases include Phenomenology and No Name, the company’s peatiest whisky to date.
Latest news 29 September 2017

Scotland’s first vertical distillery planned

The planned Port of Leith distillery in Edinburgh will be arranged vertically in a 40-metre tower.
Latest news 29 September 2017

Glenfiddich unveils luxury NAS Baccarat malt

The £2k Glenfiddich Cask Collection Finest Solera is presented in a crystal Baccarat decanter.
Latest news 28 September 2017

Old Pulteney 25YO and 1983 Vintage launched

The launches follow the withdrawal of the distillery’s 17-year-old and 21-year-old malts.
Latest news 27 September 2017

Adelphi adopts Bitcoin tech to battle fakes

New releases will embrace Bitcoin’s blockchain technology in a bid to combat fake whisky.
Latest news 27 September 2017

Bowmore Vintner’s Trilogy celebrates wine

The Islay distillery is launching three single malts, all of which have been finished in wine casks.
Latest news 27 September 2017

SMWS prohibits non-member purchases

Only members of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society are now able to purchase bottlings.
Latest news 26 September 2017

Dewar’s 25-year-old to replace Signature

Dewar’s is ‘reinforcing its commitment to age statements’ with the launch of a 25-year-old blend.
Latest news 26 September 2017

Ballantine’s launches single malts series

Glenburgie, Glentauchers and Miltonduff single malts have been released under the blend’s brand.
Latest news 25 September 2017

SMWS creates new rare whisky series

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s Vaults Collection launches with two single cask malts.
Latest news 22 September 2017

Dalmore 62 Year Old sold for £91,650

One of only 12 bottles released, The 12 Pointer almost doubled its pre-auction estimate.
Latest news 21 September 2017

Port Ellen annual releases up for auction

The complete set from 2001 to 2016 could fetch up to £25,000 at Bonhams in Edinburgh.
Latest news 21 September 2017

Glenfiddich Winter Storm has icewine touch

The latest addition in Glenfiddich’s Experimental Series has been finished in icewine casks.
Latest news 20 September 2017

North of Scotland releases first whisky

Almost 40 years after its closure, the lost grain distillery has released its first official whisky.
Latest news 20 September 2017

Benromach Chateau Cissac finish unveiled

The Bordeaux wine cask-matured single malt joins the distillery’s Wood Finish range.
Latest news 20 September 2017

Lagavulin debuts 2017 Jazz Festival edition

The annual limited edition release is available exclusively at the distillery on Islay.
Latest news 14 September 2017

Johnnie Walker releases Blade Runner whisky

Johnnie Walker Black Label The Director’s Cut marks the release of the sci-fi sequel.
In depth 14 September 2017

Irish whiskey: a question of provenance

Irish whiskey is resurgent, but are some of the new companies being economical with the truth?
Latest news 12 September 2017

Glenmorangie unveils bicycle made from casks

The Beyond the Cask partnership with cycle maker Renovo claims to be a world’s first.
Latest news 12 September 2017

Isle of Raasay distillery starts production

The island whisky distillery has started operations this week ahead of its official opening.
Latest news 11 September 2017

Dalmore 62yo could fetch £50,000 at auction

The 12 Pointer is one of a series of only 12 bottles released by the distillery in 2002.
Latest news 08 September 2017

Scotch whisky tourism ‘boosted by Brexit’

Visitor numbers hit record levels in 2016, with more distilleries opening to the public.
Latest news 08 September 2017

Cabrach distillery gets planning go-ahead

The £5m plant and heritage centre will be built in an area famed for its illicit stills.
Latest news 08 September 2017

Singleton of Glen Ord 41 Year Old unveiled

The single malt expression becomes the Highland distillery’s oldest release to date.
Latest news 07 September 2017

Arran malt marks distiller anniversary

Limited edition single malt whisky celebrates James MacTaggart’s 10 years at Arran.
Latest news 07 September 2017

Strathearn distillery’s second malt bottled

The boutique distillery’s second single malt release is now available to purchase online.
Latest news 05 September 2017

The Glenlivet 12 will return in three years

The withdrawal of The Glenlivet expression shocked whisky fans, but plans are afoot for its return.
Latest news 04 September 2017

Glen Scotia releases 18-year-old single malt

The new expression from the Kintyre distillery offers a ‘true taste of Campbeltown’.
Latest news 04 September 2017

G&M announces £10,000 Glen Grant Collection

The collection of six vintage whiskies from the 1950s will be released for £10,000 each.
Latest news 04 September 2017

Benromach Triple Distilled whisky unveiled

The Speyside distillery joins an exclusive group in producing triple distilled Scotch single malt.
Latest news 01 September 2017

Macallan debuts aroma-based Edition No 3

The Speyside distillery has partnered with master perfumer Roja Dove for a new single malt whisky.
Latest news 01 September 2017

Jura One and All celebrates island life

The single malt release – named One And All – celebrates the island community.
Latest news 30 August 2017

Balvenie Peat Week details revealed

The much-anticipated heavily peated Balvenie single malt will be available globally from October.
Latest news 30 August 2017

‘Smokier’ Highland Park Dragon Legend coming

The Orkney distillery is releasing a ‘smokier, richer’ version of Highland Park next month.
Latest news 30 August 2017

Brewery opens experimental Scotch distillery

Deeside Brewery in Aberdeenshire has begun distilling an experimental style of Scotch whisky.
Latest news 25 August 2017

Rare Scotch sales ‘to top £20m’ in 2017

UK whisky auction sales have ‘never been stronger’, a report has revealed.
Latest news 23 August 2017

Johnnie Walker extends Blenders’ Batch range

Rum Cask Finish, Wine Cask Blend and Espresso Roast whiskies join the brand’s experimental series.
Latest news 22 August 2017

GlenDronach creates malt for Kingsman sequel

The Highland distillery has created a whisky to mark the release of Kingsman: The Golden Circle.
Latest news 22 August 2017

Exotic Cargo becomes first SMWS blended malt

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has unveiled a 10-year-old Sherry cask-matured blended malt.
Latest news 22 August 2017

The Naked Grouse becomes a blended malt

The blend is leaving The Famous Grouse portfolio with a new ‘accessible’ recipe for millennials.
Latest news 21 August 2017

Ardbeg An Oa added to core range

The new NAS single malt is the first permanent addition since Corryvreckan in 2009.
Latest news 21 August 2017

Balvenie Tun 1509 recalled after mix-up

The wrong whisky was filled into some bottles of the Speyside single malt series’ new Batch 4.
Latest news 18 August 2017

Whisky ‘tastes better with water’

A Swedish study has now provided a scientific basis for this long-held belief.
Latest news 15 August 2017

Blended malt in Diageo 2017 Special Releases

Collectivum XXVIII features spirit from all 28 of the company’s active malt distilleries.
Latest news 15 August 2017

Macallan pulls bottles after ‘fake’ scandal

The removal from public display follows a hotel guest paying $10,000 for a ‘fake’ 1878 whisky.
Latest news 11 August 2017

Bladnoch presents Pure Scot Virgin Oak

The revitalised distillery has added a new virgin oak-aged blend to its roster.
Latest news 11 August 2017

Wemyss Family Collection unveiled

Annual blended malt releases will look at the various influences on whisky flavour.
Latest news 10 August 2017

Royal Mile Whiskies launches online auction

The whisky retailer will launch a new auction site in September, with rules to combat ‘flipping’.
Latest news 09 August 2017

Crabbie’s owner plans Edinburgh distillery

Halewood International intends to bring Crabbie’s back home with a new distillery in Granton.
Latest news 09 August 2017

Octomore 08.3 is ‘world’s peatiest’ Scotch

The new single malt from Bruichladdich is part of its Octomore Eights Masterclass series.
Latest news 08 August 2017

Teaninich opens doors to mark 200th birthday

Tours and tastings will celebrate the Highland distillery’s landmark this Saturday.
Latest news 08 August 2017

Cartographer designs hand-drawn whisky map

Artist Kevin Sheehan took over 120 hours to sketch a map of Scotland’s whisky distilleries.
Latest news 07 August 2017

SMWS launches range of whisky ice creams

Each of the 12 varieties matches a different Scotch Malt Whisky Society whisky flavour profile.
Latest news 07 August 2017

$10,000 glass of Macallan ‘is a fake’

An investigation has been launched following the purchase at a St Moritz hotel by a Chinese guest.
Latest news 07 August 2017

Glenmorangie Astar returns

The distillery’s ‘designer cask’ expression is back on the market with a limited release.
Latest news 04 August 2017

Create your own blend with Johnnie Walker

The Scotch brand is giving whisky fans the chance to design their own blend with My Edition.
Latest news 03 August 2017

Is this the best job interview in the world?

Grant’s whisky will send applicants on a 10-day global trip as it seeks a new brand ambassador.
Latest news 02 August 2017

Smokey Monkey Shoulder gets bar exclusive

A peated version of the blended malt whisky has launched, but only in select bars worldwide.
Latest news 01 August 2017

Littlemill 27-year-old released for £2,250

A rare 27-year-old expression from the extinct Lowland distillery is limited to 500 bottles.
Latest news 01 August 2017

Tullibardine The Murray adopts wine finish

The Highland distillery has finished its latest single malt in Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine casks.
Latest news 31 July 2017

Scotch calls for Brexit legal protection

A Scottish MSP has called for greater protection for Scotch from ‘imitation whiskies’ post-Brexit.
In depth 31 July 2017

Six reasons why global Scotch is recovering

As Diageo’s whisky sales rebound, we identify six factors shaping the resurgence.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Explorers swim Islay coast for ‘looted’ malt

Swimmers take to Islay’s waters to create a blended malt that will be sold for charity.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Douglas Laing to build Glasgow distillery

The independent bottler is to build its own £10m whisky distillery on the banks of the Clyde.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Israel’s first kosher whisky to be auctioned

The first whisky to be produced by Tel Aviv’s Milk & Honey distillery will be auctioned next month.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Heavily peated Inchmoan single malts launch

Two new heavily peated expressions from Loch Lomond distillery have been released.
Latest news 27 July 2017

Diageo Scotch whisky sales rebound

The resurgence was spearheaded by leading brands such as Johnnie Walker and Lagavulin.
Latest news 26 July 2017

Dalmore launches £6,000 40-year-old malt

The rare 40-year-old single malt is limited to 750 bottles.
Latest news 26 July 2017

Rare whisky auctions achieve £2m per month

Popularity of whisky auction websites helps to boost rare single malt sales in the UK.
Latest news 26 July 2017

New society honours Iain Banks and Scotch

The organisation will celebrate the late Scottish author and his love of single malt.
Latest news 25 July 2017

Polar explorer bottles Arctic iceberg whisky

The first Scotch whisky to feature glacial iceberg water is being auctioned for charity.
Latest news 21 July 2017

Tomatin unveils first Scotch barrel-aged tea

Highland distillery Tomatin unveils a £2,000 1972 single malt, alongside innovative whisky tea.
In depth 20 July 2017

Why did Billy Walker buy Glenallachie?

The lowdown on the ex-BenRiach MD’s surprisingly swift return to Scotch whisky.
Latest news 19 July 2017

Bladnoch distillery restarts in Lowlands

Distilling has been revived at Bladnoch after an Australian businessman saved the Lowland site.
Latest news 18 July 2017

Angus Dundee launches 50yo grain whisky

The owner of Tomintoul distillery has released its oldest blended grain Scotch whisky.
In depth 18 July 2017

Macallan’s new distillery: the story so far

The challenges of building a £100m new distillery, by the man who came up with the idea.
Latest news 18 July 2017

New Macallan distillery to open next summer

It’s hoped that the £100m-plus plant will produce its first spirit before the end of 2017.
Latest news 17 July 2017

Dewar’s Scotch Egg Club in global launch

Events will celebrate the three passions of Tommy Dewar: whisky, games and chicken.
Latest news 17 July 2017

Raasay names first master distiller

Recent graduate Iain Robertson will take charge at the distillery, due to open in September.
Latest news 14 July 2017

International Barley Hub planned for Dundee

The £40m project is being spearheaded by the Scotch Whisky Research Institute.
Latest news 13 July 2017

Dalmore unveils 2017 distillery exclusive

Up to 270 bottles of the £200 Dalmore Distillery Exclusive Vintage 2000 are available.
Latest news 13 July 2017

Dunrobin distillery seeks investment

Funding round looks to raise £5.5m to build whisky and gin distillery in castle grounds.
Latest news 12 July 2017

Glenallachie sold to Billy Walker

The Speyside distillery has been bought by a consortium headed by the former BenRiach MD.
Latest news 12 July 2017

Last Drop releases 1971 vintage blend

Tenth release from the rare spirits bottler underwent three-part maturation process.
Latest news 11 July 2017

Arran to launch last Smugglers’ Series malt

The Exciseman is the last of the three releases celebrating Arran’s whisky heritage.
Latest news 10 July 2017

Whisky Show launches label design contest

Designers are invited to create the artwork for a 24-year-old Springbank bottling.
In depth 10 July 2017

Gartbreck distillery: is there still hope?

Once touted as Islay’s ninth whisky distillery, here’s the full story behind Gartbreck.
Latest news 07 July 2017

Whisky tourism at all-time high for Diageo

The world’s largest Scotch whisky producer has witnessed record numbers of visitors.
Latest news 06 July 2017

Holyrood Distillery names master distiller

Jack Mayo is one of a number of new appointments at the Edinburgh start-up.
Latest news 06 July 2017

Dalmore Vintage Port Collection unveiled

The three single malts are finished in tawny Port casks sourced from Graham’s.
In depth 06 July 2017

Could this little black box end fake whisky?

This small black box could be a game-changer in the fight against counterfeit whisky.
Latest news 05 July 2017

Glen Moray Mastery marks 120th birthday

The £800 single malt is a vatting of five different vintages, dating back to 1978.
Latest news 05 July 2017

‘Scruffy’ Bunnahabhain to get £11m facelift

The Islay distillery will be given a major makeover to improve its tourist appeal.
Latest news 03 July 2017

Auchentoshan Bartender’s Malt launched

Twelve bartenders have created a single malt whisky designed to be mixed in cocktails.
Latest news 29 June 2017

Kingsbarns 2-year-old spirit drink released

The release comes as the St Andrews distillery waits for its first single malt whisky to mature.
Latest news 28 June 2017

Haig Club Bar opens its doors

The first permanent venue dedicated to the brand offers more than 20 cocktails.
Latest news 27 June 2017

First fully organic Scotch distillery opens

Ncn’ean distillery near Oban is producing single malt whisky solely from organic barley.
Latest news 27 June 2017

Clydeside appoints distillery manager

Former Auchentoshan distillery manager Alistair McDonald will take up the post from September.
Latest news 22 June 2017

Old Pulteney to withdraw 17yo and 21yo

Lack of stock means expressions will be discontinued – but no increase in NAS products.
Latest news 21 June 2017

Bowmore reveals Rachel Barrie’s replacement

Bowmore owner Beam Suntory has named its new master blender following Barrie’s exit in February.
Latest news 21 June 2017

Finnieston unveils Scotch cocktails in cans

The range of ready-to-drink cocktails is inspired by 19th-century merchant Ebenezer Connal.
Latest news 21 June 2017

Gartbreck ‘doomed’ thanks to land dispute

Islay distillery plans could be scuppered by row between Jean Donnay and Hunter Laing.
Latest news 20 June 2017

Royal Salute 30yo Flask Edition released

The limited edition release is a collaboration with award-winning designer Afroditi Krassa.
Latest news 15 June 2017

Glenturret names whisky after mouser Towser

The distillery cat is the latest ‘famous’ face honoured with a ‘Bottle Your Own’ cask.
Latest news 14 June 2017

Balvenie Peated Triple Cask new to duty free

Unusual peated expression, aged for 14 years, will be exclusive to travel retail.
Latest news 12 June 2017

Lindores launches mouser-naming competition

The winning entrant will receive membership to the distillery’s preservation society.
Latest news 12 June 2017

Holyrood distillery seeks £5.5m investment

The money will be used to build the distillery and visitor centre in Edinburgh.
Latest news 07 June 2017

Distillery Challenge raises £10k for charity

A total of 55 bottles were collected for the raffle during the Great Whisky Distillery Challenge.
Latest news 07 June 2017

Royal Salute unveils 21yo Polo Edition

The new blend will launch in Singapore travel retail before a global roll-out later this year.
Latest news 07 June 2017

Craigellachie 33 launches in travel retail

Priced at £2,000 per bottle, the single malt joins the Dewar’s Exceptional Cask Series.
Latest news 02 June 2017

DFS launches global Whiskey Festival

From the US to Asia and the Middle East, the event will offer up to 100 whiskies to taste.
Latest news 01 June 2017

Macallan sets new record with $530,000 sale

The purchase marks the third Macallan record set by Dubai-based retailer Le Clos in 18 months.
In depth 31 May 2017

Is whisky really a recycling villain?

The industry has made great strides in environmental matters, but packaging challenges remain.
Latest news 26 May 2017

Glen Scotia 25-year-old added to range

The new £250 expression was launched at this week’s Campbeltown Malts Festival.
Latest news 26 May 2017

Hunter Laing launches six Fèis Ìle whiskies

The single cask range marks the start of construction of Ardnahoe, Islay’s ninth whisky distillery.
Latest news 26 May 2017

Bruichladdich unveils Transparency bottling

Fèis Ìle release brings the Scotch whisky transparency debate to the Islay Festival.
Latest news 24 May 2017

Islay gears up for Fèis Ìle 2017

This year’s Islay Festival has a packed menu of distillery open days and cultural events.
Latest news 22 May 2017

Tomatin reveals Scottish DNA

The average Scot’s DNA descends largely from Beaker People, Germanic and Norse Viking lineage.
Latest news 22 May 2017

Trump hotel opens new whisky bar

Luxurious bar is part of the US President’s controversial Aberdeenshire golf development.
Latest news 22 May 2017

Oldest Brora sells for HK$147,000

The 1972 bottling, aged 44 years, almost doubled its pre-auction estimate.
Latest news 19 May 2017

Wild oysters return to Dornoch Firth

Glenmorangie hopes to reverse the extinction of oysters at the site more than a century ago.
Latest news 19 May 2017

Macallan whisky trolley unveiled at Oblix

A range of single malt expressions will be offered alongside a variety of cheese pairings.
Latest news 18 May 2017

Lidl launches £17.49 single malts

The three whiskies have been sourced from Speyside, Islay and Highland distilleries.
Latest news 18 May 2017

Whisky named as recycling ‘villain’

Mix of materials makes whisky packaging hard to process for reuse, says Recycling Association.
Latest news 18 May 2017

Tamdhu makes birthday archive appeal

Whisky fans are asked to come forward with memories, artefacts and photographs.
Latest news 17 May 2017

SWA meets farmers over animal feed shortage

Farmers raised concerns over the use of distillery by-products in renewable energy plants.
Latest news 17 May 2017

Glenlivet Memory Day reveals distillery past

Members of the public are invited to help identify photographs dating back to the 1920s.
Latest news 12 May 2017

Oldest Brora headlines Bonhams auction

The 1972 bottling joins more than 80 lots of Macallan in the Hong Kong sale next Friday.
Latest news 10 May 2017

Compass Box creates ‘world’s simplest’ blend

The Double Single, the latest Compass Box release, consists of just one malt and one grain whisky.
Latest news 10 May 2017

SMWS to open second London bar

Kaleidoscope at Devonshire Square in the City will be open to non-members of the society.
Latest news 09 May 2017

Scotch whisky election manifesto launched

Politicians urged to stand up for Scotch in the run-up to the UK General Election.
Latest news 09 May 2017

Outer Hebrides gets first whisky festival

On the Rocks will take place in June, inspired by the new Whisky Galore! film.
In depth 04 May 2017

Highland Park discovers its Viking soul

What does the striking new look and range rethink say about the modern face of single malt?
Latest news 03 May 2017

Job cuts spark ‘Save Our Scotch’ campaign

Calls to bottle all Scotch in Scotland follow claims that more than 100 jobs are at risk.
Latest news 02 May 2017

Glenrothes sold back to Edrington

Speyside malt is sold by Berry Bros & Rudd seven years after moving in opposite direction.
Latest news 02 May 2017

Kilchoman 100% Islay 7th edition unveiled

All aspects of the whisky-making process, from barley to bottle, take place on site.
Latest news 02 May 2017

Scotch Whisky Experience opens Usher display

New display in Edinburgh examines the legacy of ‘The Father of Blending’, Andrew Usher.
Latest news 28 April 2017

Shackleton blended malt inspired by explorer

The new blended malt is inspired by a legendary explorer but designed for ‘modern spirits drinkers’.
Latest news 27 April 2017

Highland Park revamp taps Viking heritage

The range redesign comes as the Orkney single malt launches a new series of special editions.
Latest news 26 April 2017

Whisky Galore! remake to launch in May

The new adaptation will open in Scottish cinemas on 5 May before a UK-wide release.
Latest news 25 April 2017

Diageo unveils 2017 Special Releases early

The highly anticipated but ‘worst kept secret in malts’ is revealed months ahead of release.
Latest news 25 April 2017

Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch series grows

Part of the brand’s experimental range, the latest blend is made up of more than 200 whiskies.
Latest news 25 April 2017

Sheep Dip and Pig’s Nose unveil new designs

The new packaging aims to highlight each blended whisky’s ‘craft credentials’.
Latest news 21 April 2017

Glencairn celebrates Queen’s Award

The maker of the Glencairn whisky glass was recognised in the international trade category.
Latest news 20 April 2017

Diageo to axe 100 jobs over Brexit fears

GMB Scotland claims jobs are under threat at the Johnnie Walker producer’s bottling plants.
Latest news 18 April 2017

William Grant acquires Tuthilltown Spirits

The deal marks the Glenfiddich owner’s first move into American craft distilling.
Latest news 18 April 2017

Chivas funds climate change research

One PhD student will receive £4,000 to study the effects of climate change on water supply.
Latest news 18 April 2017

Macallan: new Masters of Photography whisky

A collaboration with Steven Klein, the new expression is inspired by the concept of ‘time’.
Latest news 13 April 2017

The Glenlivet unveils travel retail trio

The range includes no-age-statement, 18-year-old and 19-year-old single cask whiskies.
Latest news 12 April 2017

Highland Park Rebus30 marks Rebus milestone

Special 10-year-old bottling released to mark the fictional detective’s 30th anniversary.
Latest news 10 April 2017

Glengoyne creates ‘ultimate’ Easter egg

A bottle of 21-year-old Glengoyne Scotch whisky sits inside the huge, handmade chocolate egg.
Latest news 07 April 2017

Johnnie Walker Blue reveals Tom Dixon design

Limited edition Blue Label bottle, unveiled during Milan Design Week, goes on sale later this year.
Latest news 06 April 2017

World’s highest outdoor whisky bar opens

Alfresco 64 in Bangkok stocks an exclusive Chivas Regal blend that is the first of its kind.
Latest news 04 April 2017

Bowman attempts distillery visits record

World Whisky Day founder plans to visit 60 Scotch distilleries in a day for charity.
Latest news 04 April 2017

Macallan auction sets new world record

The single malt collection almost doubled its pre-sale estimate, selling for nearly HK$8m.
Latest news 03 April 2017

Fourth Scotch-Japanese whisky blend unveiled

The latest expression of The Glover features ‘a little more Sherry cask’ influence.
Latest news 28 March 2017

Glenrothes taps fine wine for new range

Owner Berry Bros & Rudd has finished the 1992 vintage in various wine, Port and rum casks.
In depth 28 March 2017

Canadian whisky heritage centre fights axe

Tourism officials, residents and whisky fans are battling to save the historical centre.
Latest news 27 March 2017

Stolen Kilchoman bottling prompts alert

More than 250 bottles of a private single cask bottling were taken, worth more than £38,000.
Latest news 24 March 2017

Glenmorangie Pride 1974 to launch globally

Only 503 decanters of the distillery’s ‘oldest and rarest’ whisky will be available, for £7,200.
Latest news 24 March 2017

Tamdhu 50 Year Old marks distillery birthday

Priced at £16,000, Tamdhu’s oldest ever release celebrates its 120th anniversary.
Latest news 23 March 2017

Century-old Scotch bottles found in WWI dig

Bottles of Dewar’s blended Scotch unearthed in former British Army garrison in Israel.
Latest news 21 March 2017

Glenrothes 1995 American Oak relaunched

The vintage relaunch comes six years after the 1995 bottling was initially released.
Latest news 21 March 2017

Whisky caching comes to Spirit of Speyside

Visitors can seek out secret stashes of Scotch as whisky taps into the geocaching craze.
Latest news 20 March 2017

Lochside 1972 grain is new Last Drop release

Only 106 bottles of the Highland single grain, priced at £2,400 each, will be released.
Latest news 15 March 2017

‘World’s oldest Scotch’ in new whisky watch

A bottle of Old Vatted Glenlivet 1862 was opened in a project linking rare spirits and watches.
Latest news 14 March 2017

Johnnie Walker Platinum given new identity

The 18-year-old blended Scotch whisky is being relaunched with a new name and design.
Latest news 14 March 2017

Ardbeg Kelpie to launch on Ardbeg Day

Matured in Black Sea oak casks, the single malt is named after a legendary sea demon.
Latest news 14 March 2017

Javier Bardem visits Strathisla

The Oscar winner swapped Macallan for Chivas Regal on a visit to the Speyside distillery.
Latest news 14 March 2017

Tomatin Five Virtues inspired by elements

The single malt collection is inspired by the elements wood, fire, earth, metal and water.
Latest news 13 March 2017

Lagavulin 1991 raises over £8k for charity

The proceeds from the sale of bottle number one will be donated to Islay Heritage.
Latest news 10 March 2017

Macallan collection set to fetch $500,000

The ‘unique’ set of six single malts, aged for 50-65 years, will be auctioned in Hong Kong.
Latest news 08 March 2017

UK Budget deals ‘major blow’ for Scotch

The total tax paid on an average bottle of Scotch in the UK is set to rise to £10.20.
Latest news 08 March 2017

Site secured for £5m Leith distillery

Plans for the Scotch whisky distillery include an adjacent floating bar and restaurant.
Latest news 07 March 2017

Ardbeg: three cheers for Mickey Heads

Fans are asked to raise a glass and toast the distillery manager’s 10-year anniversary.
Latest news 07 March 2017

Glenturret single malt marks cooper’s career

Jamieson’s Jigger Edition celebrates the 44-year career of cooper Michael Jamieson.
Latest news 03 March 2017

Ardgowan distillery approved but seeks funds

The £12m distillery will produce both peated and unpeated Lowland malt whisky.
Latest news 02 March 2017

First female leader appointed head of SWA

Karen Betts joins from the British FCO, where she was previously British ambassador to Morocco.
Latest news 02 March 2017

Single malts fuelling global Scotch revival

The ‘craft and provenance credentials’ of single malts are boosting Scotch’s global reputation.
Latest news 28 February 2017

‘Sophisticated’ fake whisky setup exposed

A large-scale fake whisky operation has been uncovered following a tip-off from an auction website.
Latest news 27 February 2017

Whisky workers need protection post-Brexit

Union urges UK Government to give Nissan-style support for 40,000 Scotch whisky employees.
Latest news 27 February 2017

Ardross distillery gets planning approval

The new Highland distillery will feature two warehouses, a blending lab and a tasting lodge.
Latest news 27 February 2017

SWA recommits to tackling alcohol abuse

Scotch producers are donating a further £100k to groups working to combat alcohol-related harm.
Latest news 24 February 2017

Diageo master blender marks 40th anniversary

Maureen Robinson curates the annual Special Releases for the world’s largest Scotch whisky group.
In depth 24 February 2017

Obituary: Silvano Samaroli (1939-2017)

The revered independent bottler will be remembered as a ‘legend’ of the whisky world.
Latest news 20 February 2017

Italian bottler Silvano Samaroli dies

Samaroli was known for his ‘legendary’ bottlings, which are among the most coveted in the world.
In depth 20 February 2017

Single malt spearheads export resurgence

Scotch whisky exports bounced back last year, thanks largely to single malt and the US market.
Latest news 17 February 2017

Arran begins work on second distillery

Isle of Arran Distillers has broken ground on Lagg distillery, its second island site.
Latest news 17 February 2017

SMWS makeover champions age and flavour

The colourful new look for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s bottlings puts age and flavour first.
In depth 17 February 2017

Obituary: Dr Jim Swan (1941-2017)

The ‘ultimate whisky troubleshooter’, he lent his expertise to distilleries all over the world.
Latest news 16 February 2017

Rachel Barrie to leave Bowmore for BenRiach

Bowmore’s master blender will join BenRiach Distillery Company in March.
Latest news 16 February 2017

Scotch whisky exports stage recovery

Brexit-fuelled resurgence ends recent decline as single malt shipments top £1bn for first time.
Latest news 15 February 2017

Whisky legend Dr Jim Swan dies

The renowned whisky consultant leaves a global distilling legacy behind him.
Latest news 15 February 2017

John Walker Private Collection 2017 unveiled

The fourth edition of this exploration of the art of blending focuses on the ‘Mastery of Oak’.
Latest news 14 February 2017

Pernod to publish nutritional info on Scotch

Consumers will soon be able to access detailed content via QR codes on every bottle.
Latest news 10 February 2017

Rare whisky sales enjoy 'exceptional' year

A record 2016 saw sales of single malt Scotch whisky increase by nearly 50% on the open market.
Latest news 10 February 2017

Bowmore Small Batch axed amid brand overhaul

The Islay distillery is discontinuing its entry-level malt and introducing four new whiskies.
Latest news 10 February 2017

Scotch distillers unite as interest soars

The alliance recognises the new wave of whisky distilleries contributing to the category’s success.
Latest news 10 February 2017

Glenrothes 1988 vintage gets second release

Launch of single malt’s second edition comes eight years after its initial release in 2009.
Latest news 09 February 2017

Big Peat to print pals on Fèis Ìle bottling

The artwork for the 2017 limited edition whisky will feature more than 300 photos of whisky fans.
Latest news 08 February 2017

Scotch Whisky Experience profits from Brexit

The Edinburgh attraction has reported its ‘biggest ever year’ as a result of the Brexit vote.
Latest news 08 February 2017

Douglas Laing unveils Consortium of Cards

Four limited edition Old Particular single cask whiskies will be released throughout 2017.
Latest news 06 February 2017

Isle of Skye to host first spirits festival

The inaugural event will take place this summer, offering Scottish whisky, gin, music and food.
Latest news 06 February 2017

Macallan veteran joins Ardgowan distillery

Former Macallan managing director Willie Phillips has been appointed chairman of Ardgowan.
Latest news 03 February 2017

New Borders whisky distilleries get go-ahead

Two new £40m malt and grain distilleries are to be built in Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders.
Latest news 03 February 2017

Laphroaig launches travel retail exclusives

The two no-age-statement single malts will both be available in global duty free stores by April.
Latest news 03 February 2017

Macallan 1991 Fine & Rare vintage released

Latest addition to distillery’s Fine & Rare collection is priced at $10,000 a bottle.
Latest news 03 February 2017

Spirit of Speyside events not to be missed

From tours of usually publicly closed distilleries to probing whisky masterclasses and tastings.
Latest news 02 February 2017

International Scotch Day set for launch

First event is planned for 10 February – the birthday of Johnnie Walker pioneer Alexander Walker.
Latest news 01 February 2017

Jim McEwan joins Islay’s Ardnahoe distillery

Bruichladdich’s former master distiller will shape the whisky of Islay’s newest distillery.
Latest news 31 January 2017

Tobermory distillery to close for two years

The Isle of Mull distillery, which produces Tobermory and Ledaig whiskies, is being refurbished.
Latest news 31 January 2017

Glenmorangie Bacalta is 8th Private Edition

From the Scots Gaelic for ‘baked’, the single malt was extra-matured in Madeira wine casks.
Latest news 30 January 2017

GlenWyvis malt launch marks distillery build

Limited edition single malt Highland Inspiration marks start of distillery building.
Latest news 27 January 2017

Famous Grouse raises £600k for RSPB charity

The money is being used to support the protection of the endangered grouse species across the UK.
Latest news 26 January 2017

Diageo Scotch brands bounce back in China

World’s biggest Scotch whisky company returns to growth in China following austerity struggles.
Latest news 26 January 2017

Lindores Whiskyfest makes surprise comeback

Known for its old and rare whiskies, the show will return in November under a new name.
Latest news 26 January 2017

New Scotch distilleries seek distillers

Two Scotch distilleries opening this summer are on the lookout for distillers to join their teams.
Latest news 25 January 2017

Scotch industry calls for further tax cuts

Scotch producers claim government figures show ‘fairer’ taxes generate more revenue for economy.
Latest news 19 January 2017

Dumbarton’s distillery tower to be destroyed

The last remaining monument of the Lowlands distillery is being demolished to make way for flats.
Latest news 19 January 2017

Bladnoch single malts mark distillery return

Three new Bladnoch single malts have been released to mark the rebirth of the Lowland distillery.
Latest news 19 January 2017

Bruichladdich CEO moves on

Simon Coughlin will head up a new whisky unit at French drinks group Rémy Cointreau.
Latest news 18 January 2017

Deanston 40 Year Old released at £1,000

Fewer than 500 bottles of the Sherry-matured Highland single malt will be available worldwide.
Latest news 16 January 2017

Donald Trump whisky sells for £6,000

The 26-year-old GlenDronach signed by the President-elect doubled its pre-sale estimate.
Latest news 12 January 2017

Dalmore 50 Year Old to cost £50,000

The Highland single malt marks master distiller Richard Paterson’s 50 years in whisky.
Latest news 12 January 2017

Bruichladdich expands transparency move

Detailed information on the make-up of Port Charlotte Scottish Barley is now available online.
Latest news 09 January 2017

Glenturret photo recalls family history

A battered snapshot brought from Canada sheds light on a century-old family story.
Latest news 06 January 2017

Donald Trump 26yo GlenDronach to auction

Signed by the President-elect himself, the whisky is expected to sell for more than £2,500.
Latest news 03 January 2017

Lagavulin 1991 malt to boost Islay charities

A special ballot will decide who can buy the 24-year-old birthday bottling, priced at £1,494.
In depth 30 December 2016

The 10 most read Scotch stories of 2016

Recalling a year of shocks, surprises, new whiskies, fake bottles and controversy.
Latest news 22 December 2016

Copper Dog blended malt whisky launches

Created by the Craigellachie Hotel, the expression combines eight Speyside malts.
Latest news 22 December 2016

William Grant appoints 100th ambassador

Richard Blanchard will represent single malt Glenfiddich in Australia and New Zealand.
Latest news 20 December 2016

The whisky glass emoji is finally here

Whisky fans are rejoicing at finally being able to communicate their drink choice through an icon.
Latest news 19 December 2016

Macallan collection sells for record $500k

Dubai-based retailer Le Clos breaks own record with latest Macallan Fine & Rare sale.
Latest news 19 December 2016

Illicit still marked as national monument

The site near Badger Falls conceals an illegal still used to make whisky during the 1700s.
Latest news 16 December 2016

Glenmorangie 1990 heads new vintage range

First expression in new Bond House No 1 collection marks challenging barley harvest.
Latest news 15 December 2016

BrewDog launches its first Scotch whisky

Uncle Duke’s is a Bourbon-inspired single grain whisky designed for the ultimate Old Fashioned.
Latest news 15 December 2016

Jobs to go in Invergordon distillery revamp

The £15m grain distillery upgrade includes replacing the existing dark grains plant.
In depth 13 December 2016

Obituary: Wallace Milroy (1931-2016)

A passionate advocate of Scotch single malt, his name will always be associated with a shop in Soho.
Latest news 13 December 2016

Glengoyne reveals Teapot Dram V

Inspired by a 150-year-long Glengoyne distillery tradition, only 3,138 bottles are being released.
Latest news 09 December 2016

Fake whisky haul could be ‘tip of iceberg’

Trove of counterfeit Laphroaig and Macallan could be worth nearly £1m, experts say.
Latest news 09 December 2016

Distillery go-ahead for Dunrobin Castle

The Sutherland castle’s out buildings will be transformed into a Scotch whisky distillery.
Latest news 07 December 2016

Toulvaddie distillery claims historic first

The new Highland distillery is believed to be the first solely founded by a woman.
In depth 07 December 2016

Scotch finds a new path in Korea

As more consumers turn their backs on whisky, distillers are trying a number of fresh ideas.
Latest news 06 December 2016

Gordon & MacPhail launches £10k collection

The limited edition Speyside Collection features six rare vintage single malt Scotch whiskies.
Latest news 02 December 2016

First Strathearn whisky sells for £4,000

The first 100 bottles of Scotch whisky from the microdistillery have been sold at auction.
Latest news 30 November 2016

Mad Men-themed whisky bar opens in London

Swift in London’s Soho will serve over 240 different whiskies with an opulent 1950s-style vibe.
Latest news 25 November 2016

TV’s whisky map raises £4,000 for charity

The whisky map featured in BBC documentary Scotch! The Story of Whisky has been sold at auction.
Latest news 22 November 2016

Ardnamurchan spirit attracts ‘wild’ demand

First release from remote west coast distillery is too young to be classified as whisky.
Latest news 22 November 2016

Whisky workers to strike over pensions row

Workers at Scotland’s largest Scotch whisky company have voted to strike in the run-up to Christmas.
Latest news 18 November 2016

SWA appeals against minimum pricing decision

Scottish court ruling questioned by Scotch Whisky Association as case goes to UK Supreme Court.
Latest news 17 November 2016

Single Cask Nation launches retail range

The US bottler is also ‘removing all barriers’ to membership of its website from January.
Latest news 17 November 2016

Diageo deal could save Monarch of the Glen

Johnnie Walker owner donates £4m to help National Galleries of Scotland acquire the painting.
Latest news 15 November 2016

New Macallan whisky marks Roca partnership

Macallan Edition No 2 celebrates distillery’s collaboration with restaurant El Celler de Can Roca.
In depth 14 November 2016

How will minimum pricing impact Scotch?

As popular blends face major price increases, we assess the likely effects of the move.
Latest news 11 November 2016

Whisky investment more satisfying than wine

Those investing in whisky are more likely to be satisfied than those investing in wine or watches.
Latest news 11 November 2016

Johnnie Walker opens House in Middle East

A whisky scent bar and exclusive bottlings feature at the Middle East’s first Johnnie Walker House.
Latest news 08 November 2016

Scotch-Indian whisky hybrid launches

Made with whisky from Scotland’s Glen Elgin and Macallan distilleries, plus India’s Amrut.
Latest news 07 November 2016

Scotch documentary map to be auctioned

The distillery map from the BBC’s Scotch! The Story of Whisky series will be auctioned for charity.
Latest news 07 November 2016

Glen Grant backs Andy Murray sainthood bid

Speyside single malt wants Pope Francis to recognise new world number one tennis player.
In depth 07 November 2016

Black Bowmore: from cask to cult whisky

Dave Broom looks back at the now complete single malt collection’s ascent to cult whisky status.
Latest news 04 November 2016

#WhiskySanta returns with £100,000 giveaway

Master of Malt will be answering wishes from whisky fans around the world every day until Christmas.
Latest news 03 November 2016

Chivas to invest £40m in new bottling site

The Chivas Regal owner will close its Paisley site and move bottling operations to Dumbarton.
Latest news 02 November 2016

Highland Park Fire marks end of the world

New 15-year-old limited release has been matured exclusively in refill Port casks.
Latest news 01 November 2016

Final Black Bowmore release is unveiled

Fifth single malt of pioneering series, Black Bowmore 50 Year Old, priced at £16,000 a bottle.
Latest news 28 October 2016

Ardgowan distillery plans Lowland site

Plans for new distillery, microbrewery and visitor attraction will be considered by local council.
Latest news 27 October 2016

‘Bold’ ad for Glenfiddich Experimental range

Television spot for single malt’s new range aims to break conventions in whisky advertising.
Latest news 27 October 2016

Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two revealed

The Speyside distillery continues its luxury collection with five whiskies priced at £20,000.
Latest news 25 October 2016

SWA chief quits to join Boris Johnson at FCO

David Frost will become a special advisor on foreign affairs to the UK Foreign Secretary.
Latest news 25 October 2016

Million-pound whisky leak prompts probe

Loch Lomond Group’s blended whisky loss sparks official environmental investigation.
Latest news 24 October 2016

MacLean picks SMWS bar guest whisky list

Choice of 30 old and rare whiskies are first non-Society bottlings offered at Edinburgh bar.
Latest news 24 October 2016

SWA urged to abandon minimum pricing fight

‘Respect democracy’, Association is told, after legal defeat in Court of Session.
Latest news 20 October 2016

Masters of Whisky reinstated by Diageo

Dramatic company U-turn follows axing of much-praised educational initiative two months ago.
Latest news 20 October 2016

New bottler targets Scotch whisky collectors

Golden Decanters launches with a range of four single cask single malts priced at £7,250.
Latest news 18 October 2016

Arran releases second Smugglers’ Series malt

Limited edition single malt whisky aims to celebrate Arran’s illicit whisky-making past.
Latest news 17 October 2016

Booker’s resists Scotch Whisky Bible revival

Scotch returns to the podium in this year’s rundown, but an American rye is Whisky of the Year.
Latest news 17 October 2016

Blended Whisky Company bottles 50-year-old

Only 768 bottles of limited edition Half-Century Blend will be available to purchase.
Latest news 14 October 2016

Whisky Extravaganza sold to IWSC Group

Events organised by Whisky Extravaganza cater for novice and experienced whisky drinkers alike.
Latest news 11 October 2016

Longmorn replaces 16-year-old with new range

A ‘reinterpreted’ 16-year-old and a new 23-year-old will be released globally in 2017.
Latest news 10 October 2016

India inspires latest Scotch whisky hybrid

A new blend from the makers of the Glover combines Scotch with whisky from Indian distiller Amrut.
Latest news 10 October 2016

Scotch under the microscope in new TV series

Three-part BBC Scotland programme delves into whisky’s history, science, craft and industry.
Latest news 07 October 2016

Glenfiddich 1937 breaks auction records

Single malt fetches £68,500, breaking two records and almost doubling its pre-sale high estimate.
Latest news 07 October 2016

SMWS plans Europe-wide expansion

France relaunch is society’s bridgehead to expand its activities across continental Europe.
In depth 06 October 2016

Why has Chivas moved into blended malt?

The new move by Chivas Regal says a lot about the current state of the Scotch whisky market.
Latest news 03 October 2016

Chivas Regal’s first blended malt: Ultis

Chivas Regal Ultis combines five Speyside single malts and is priced at US$200 a bottle.
Latest news 30 September 2016

Glenlivet unveils second 50-year-old whisky

Only 100 bottles of The Glenlivet Winchester Collection Vintage 1966 will be released globally.
Latest news 29 September 2016

Grand plans for former Walker bottling site

Diageo’s closed plant in Kilmarnock is at the heart of regeneration plans for the town.
In depth 29 September 2016

Compass Box ends transparency drive… for now

No industry appetite for change, says John Glaser – but he still believes that change will come.
Latest news 28 September 2016

Tamnavulin launches first whisky in 20 years

The Moray distillery has launched Tamnavulin Double Cask in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
Latest news 27 September 2016

Scotch secures legal protection in Taiwan

The legal breakthrough means consumers and producers will be better protected against fakes.
Latest news 27 September 2016

Craft beers launched to match Highland Park

Two Sixpoint Brewery beers, Rune and Sköll, designed to pair with 12-year-old and Dark Origins.
Latest news 26 September 2016

Bacardi names Bell global malts ambassador

Georgie Bell will focus on raising the profile of the company’s five single malt brands.
Latest news 26 September 2016

Compass Box reveals transparency ‘solution’

Detailed information on blend components will be available to consumers following new legal advice.
Latest news 26 September 2016

Epicurean bar prepares to open in Edinburgh

The cocktail and spirits menu will highlight how European flavours have influenced Scottish produce.
Latest news 23 September 2016

Royal Salute blend marks Union of the Crowns

Travel retail exclusive 32-year-old commemorates the accession to the throne of King James VI.
Latest news 23 September 2016

Dalmore unveils new 35-year-old whisky

Aged in three different casks, the latest release from the Highland distillery will cost £3,500.
Latest news 22 September 2016

Scotch industry recommits to greener future

New targets include switching 80% of primary energy supplies to renewable sources by 2050.
Latest news 22 September 2016

Islay’s Ardnahoe distillery gets green light

Building work is now due to start at Islay’s ninth distillery in November.
Latest news 22 September 2016

Cabrach distillery seeks £5.3m investment

The money will finance a distillery and heritage centre highlighting the area’s illicit whisky past.
Latest news 20 September 2016

Scapa launches first peated whisky

Scapa Glansa is the second NAS single malt Scotch whisky from the island distillery this year.
Latest news 19 September 2016

Rare teas to pair with whisky launch in UK

The collection has been designed to be mixed with spirits such as Scotch whisky or sipped neat.
Latest news 19 September 2016

Glen Grant 60-year-old to be auctioned

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebratory bottling is expected to sell for between £8,000 and £9,000.
Latest news 19 September 2016

Young whisky releases to increase

A new report suggests more whiskies aged under 10 years are to come, complete with age statements.
Latest news 15 September 2016

Richard Paterson chooses whisky understudy

Gregg Glass will join Whyte & Mackay as blender and whisky maker, reporting to Richard Paterson.
Latest news 15 September 2016

Edrington unveils new global HQ in Glasgow

The Macallan and Highland Park owner will relocate to 100 Queen Street in spring 2017.
Latest news 14 September 2016

Wolfburn announces second whisky release

Wolfburn Aurora is an NAS single malt from Scotland’s most northerly mainland distillery.
Latest news 13 September 2016

Diageo 2016 Special Releases are revealed

The oldest release from Port Ellen distillery is among Diageo’s 2016 Special Releases.
Latest news 13 September 2016

Spencerfield Spirit sold to Ian Macleod

Producer of Sheep Dip whisky and Edinburgh Gin has changed hands for an undisclosed sum.
Latest news 13 September 2016

Chivas Brothers revamps blending team

The changes represent a ‘significant development’ for the producer of Ballantine’s and Chivas Regal.
Latest news 13 September 2016

James Eadie whisky brand resurrected

The 160-year-old Scotch brand is being relaunched by the founder’s great-great-grandson.
Latest news 12 September 2016

Ardbeg bottling marks ‘most perilous days’

The Islay single malt’s 21-year-old Committee release recalls its near-extinction in the 1990s.
Latest news 12 September 2016

Johnnie Walker Red Rye kicks off new series

The blended whisky brand is introducing a new series of experimental releases.
Latest news 12 September 2016

Tomatin unveils travel retail exclusives

The range will include eight-year-old, 15-year-old and 40-year-old single malt whiskies.
Latest news 09 September 2016

Rare Scotch whisky market hits new heights

Lack of collectible new releases is fuelling the boom, says analyst and broker Rare Whisky 101.
Latest news 09 September 2016

Rebranded Milroy’s launches new whiskies

The Soho whisky specialist has undergone its first rebranding in more than 50 years.
Latest news 09 September 2016

The whisky advent calendar worth £10,000

Drinks by the Dram calendar contains 24 miniatures of some of the world’s most coveted whiskies.
In depth 08 September 2016

Chivas: The only way is up – or is it?

With Scotch sales flat and difficulties in China, could 2017 be a year of change for Chivas?
Latest news 08 September 2016

Ardbeg hosts ‘intrepid’ survival challenge

Contestants explore ‘essential Islay’ on a three-day survival challenge hosted by the distillery.
Latest news 08 September 2016

New Scotch single malt diploma launched

Edinburgh Whisky Academy two-day course is ‘first vocational independent qualification’ of its kind.
Latest news 06 September 2016

Last Drop Distillers sold to Sazerac

Luxury independent bottler the Last Drop Distillers has been acquired by US drinks group Sazerac.
Latest news 06 September 2016

Malt Whisky Trail to boost Speyside tourism

The Speyside attraction intends to 'awaken the sleeping giant' of whisky tourism.
Latest news 05 September 2016

Richard Paterson celebrates 50th anniversary

‘The nose’ will celebrate five decades in the whisky industry with a global tasting tour.
Latest news 02 September 2016

Project your ‘Big Opinions’ onto Laphroaig

Let your creativity ‘run riot’ for the chance to have your Tweet projected on the distillery’s wall.
Latest news 01 September 2016

Scotch sales flat in mixed year for Chivas

Scotch whisky industry’s second biggest player reports Chivas Regal sales down, Ballantine’s up.
Latest news 01 September 2016

Loch Lomond to launch travel retail range

Two new duty free exclusive whiskies will form part of the firm’s core travel retail range.
Latest news 01 September 2016

Glenfiddich unveils Experimental Series

The Speyside distillery has revealed the first two whiskies in its new experimental series.
Latest news 30 August 2016

Jura bottling marks manager’s retirement

Release of ‘One For The Road’ to coincide with farewell tour of Europe by Willie Cochrane.
Latest news 26 August 2016

Pulteney fan flies 800 miles for £33 whisky

He made the journey from Lincolnshire to Wick for a distillery tour and a bottle of 12-year-old.
Latest news 26 August 2016

SWA: ‘ambitious’ free trade deals needed

Comments from David Frost follow discussions with International Trade Secretary Liam Fox.
Latest news 22 August 2016

BenRiach launches 15 new malt whiskies

The new releases include a dozen single cask BenRiachs, ranging from 16 to 40 years old.
Latest news 19 August 2016

Distillery namesakes offered festival entry

Speyside’s new Distilled festival is offering free tickets to anyone named after a distillery.
Latest news 18 August 2016

Single malt whisky set for Edinburgh return

Holyrood Park Distillery aims to start whisky distillation and to open to visitors in 2018.
Latest news 18 August 2016

Strathearn to auction first whisky bottles

One of Scotland’s smallest distilleries will hand-deliver bottle 001 to the highest bidder.
Latest news 17 August 2016

Clydeside distillery build begins in Glasgow

Glasgow’s historic Pump House is being converted into a £10.5m Scotch whisky distillery.
Latest news 15 August 2016

Scotch whisky returns to export growth

Export volumes rise for first time in three years, but value falls in mixed first half of 2016.
Latest news 10 August 2016

SMWS designs whisky personality test

Answering these questions should scientifically match you with your perfect whisky style.
Latest news 10 August 2016

Tourists flock to Scotch whisky distilleries

Scotch distilleries attracted a record total of 1.6m visits in 2015, up more than 20% on 2010.
In depth 10 August 2016

Masters of Whisky: Diageo’s radical rethink

The end of Diageo’s educational programme signals a major change in philosophy for the company.
Latest news 09 August 2016

Arran toasts healthy profit growth

An increase in single malt exports helped Isle of Arran Distillers to record a £1m profit in 2015.
Latest news 09 August 2016

Diageo to axe Masters of Whisky programme

The influential US education and mentoring programme will close with the loss of about 40 jobs.
Latest news 08 August 2016

Benromach unveils new distillery exclusive

The Forres distillery has launched its second ever distillery exclusive.
Latest news 05 August 2016

Laphroaig welcomes your honest opinions

The search is on to find the most creative, humorous and honest views about the whisky brand.
Latest news 04 August 2016

Auchentoshan announces New Malt Order

Bartenders will be given the chance to create the brand’s 2017 limited edition single malt whisky.
Latest news 03 August 2016

Brexit ‘could trigger Scotch price hikes’

Import tariffs could be set to rise in the likes of South Africa and South Korea, says the SWA.
In depth 03 August 2016

Obituary: Evan Cattanach (1935-2016)

From managing Cardhu to his pioneering ambassadorial work, a great Scotch whisky character recalled.
Latest news 03 August 2016

Haig Club Clubman introduced by Beckham

The single grain Scotch launched by the footballer will be joined by a new expression this month.
Latest news 29 July 2016

Whisky House opens at Singapore Changi

The new DFS store boasts the largest selection of single malts in Asia travel retail.
In depth 29 July 2016

A year in Scotch: unpicking Diageo’s results

Examining the ups, downs and evolving trends of Scotch whisky’s biggest player over the past year.
Latest news 28 July 2016

Diageo eyes recovery despite Scotch decline

World’s leading Scotch whisky company reports improving trends for Johnnie Walker and Buchanan’s.
Latest news 28 July 2016

Scotch leads way in record IWSC year

From Balblair to Kilchoman, Scotland took five trophies and 427 medals in the annual contest.
Latest news 26 July 2016

Dalmore unveils limited edition Quintessence

NAS single malt Quintessence, finished in five Californian red wine casks, will be priced at £1,000.
Latest news 26 July 2016

Jack Daniel’s UK best seller claim ‘false’

Retail figures also include liqueur and RTD sales, blended Scotch brand The Famous Grouse claims.
Latest news 26 July 2016

Edrington profit falls in ‘challenging’ year

Macallan and Highland Park owner saw earnings reduced by global political and economic volatility.
Latest news 21 July 2016

BenRiach invests heavily in whisky stocks

Owner of BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh made reduced £7.3m profit in 2015, accounts show.
Latest news 20 July 2016

Johnnie Walker marks Tunick Bogotá project

Film tells story of nude photographer Spencer Tunick’s project among Colombia’s warring factions.
Latest news 19 July 2016

Jack Daniel’s beats Scotch to UK top spot

The American whiskey has overtaken The Famous Grouse as the UK’s most lucrative whisky in retail.
Latest news 18 July 2016

Hotel bar launches whisky experience

Guests can enjoy a tutored nosing and tasting session of different whiskies from around the world.
Latest news 15 July 2016

Chivas funds ‘innovative’ social start-ups

Five social enterprises share US$750,000 funding in culmination of second year of The Venture.
Latest news 14 July 2016

Tobermory offers chance to win rare malt

Two new whisky releases are part of a competition to win a bottle of Tobermory 42-year-old.
Latest news 13 July 2016

Hybrid whisky Huxley launched in Europe

Blend of Scotch, Canadian and American whiskies will be sold initially in Germany and Austria.
Latest news 13 July 2016

SMWS overhauls Edinburgh venue

The 28 Queen Street venue closes temporarily while it undergoes a £300,000 renovation project.
Latest news 07 July 2016

First Borders distillery gets green light

Plans have been approved for the first distillery in the Scottish Borders for almost 200 years.
Latest news 06 July 2016

Distell appoints new head of whisky

Andy Watts will be responsible for overseeing the SA group’s Scotch whisky portfolio.
Latest news 05 July 2016

Work begins on Lindores Abbey distillery

Building work is now underway following a lengthy excavation process at the historical site.
Latest news 01 July 2016

Tomatin unveils 1971 vintage malt

Tomatin 1971 is the first whisky release in the brand’s Warehouse 6 Collection.
Latest news 01 July 2016

Johnnie Walker to count calories on labels

The Scotch whisky brand will become the first to print nutritional information on its label.
Latest news 30 June 2016

Glenturret names whisky after Gerard Butler

Actor Gerard Butler is the latest famous face to be part of Glenturret’s ‘Bottle Your Own’ series.
Latest news 27 June 2016

Glenrothes to study how music affects whisky

Glenrothes will conduct a study to see whether music affects how people taste whisky.
Latest news 27 June 2016

GlenWyvis crowdfunding effort exceeds £2m

GlenWyvis distillery has smashed its initial crowdfunding target by more than £500,000.
Latest news 24 June 2016

Scotch distillery moves into cider brandy

Strathearn distillery has become the first in Scotland to produce cider brandy.
Latest news 24 June 2016

Scotch whisky industry digests Brexit shock

‘Significant uncertainty’ will follow UK vote to leave EU, warns Scotch Whisky Association.
Latest news 23 June 2016

Lagavulin launches 25YO anniversary bottling

The Islay distillery's anniversary bottling pays homage to its past and present distillers.
Latest news 22 June 2016

GlenWyvis nears crowdfunding deadline

First community-owned Scotch whisky distillery enters final crowdfunding push.
Latest news 21 June 2016

Single malt continues its Stateside march

Malts are poised to break through the 1.5m-case barrier this year – but blends continue to slide.
Latest news 20 June 2016

Vote remain, Diageo CEO urges workers

Remaining in the European Union will be better for the Scotch whisky industry, says Ivan Menezes.
Latest news 16 June 2016

Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 3 released globally

The third expression of The Balvenie Tun 1509 is being released in global markets this July.
Latest news 14 June 2016

Work begins on Raasay whisky distillery

Production is set to start in April next year, with the first whisky likely to be bottled in 2020.
Latest news 13 June 2016

Glenfiddich reveals new brand ambassador

Speyside-born Struan Grant Ralph has adopted the role previously occupied by Ian Millar.
Latest news 11 June 2016

Glen Grant’s Dennis Malcolm awarded OBE

Long-serving master distiller earns accolade for services to business and the community in Speyside.
Latest news 03 June 2016

BenRiach MD named Entrepreneur of the Year

Billy Walker received the award just hours after selling his company for £281 million.
Latest news 03 June 2016

Glenlivet Cipher challenges whisky drinkers

The new interactive release from The Glenlivet contains no cask information, age or tasting notes.
Latest news 02 June 2016

Scapa Jutland released to mark famous battle

Scapa distillery has released a single malt to commemorate the Battle of Jutland’s centenary.
Latest news 01 June 2016

Europe’s first Johnnie Walker House opens

The House’s exclusive Scotch whiskies will be available from Amsterdam Schiphol for the first time.
Latest news 31 May 2016

Glen Grant overhauls brand identity

The Speyside distillery has unveiled a contemporary makeover alongside three new expressions.
Latest news 31 May 2016

Speyburn distillery completes £5m expansion

The Rothes distillery has doubled its capacity to meet rising demand for Speyburn single malt.
Latest news 31 May 2016

Glengoyne opens Edinburgh whisky bar

The owner of Glengoyne single malt is opening the venue with two of Edinburgh’s restaurateurs.
Latest news 26 May 2016

Glenlivet single cask trio mark Pullman link

First single cask releases into the US celebrate distillery’s connection with luxury rail operator.
In depth 26 May 2016

Does EU membership benefit Scotch whisky?

Assessing the pros and cons of being part of the European Union for the Scotch whisky industry.
Latest news 24 May 2016

Vision needed for Scottish economy, says SWA

Work with us to reignite economic growth in Scotland, Scotch whisky industry tells new MSPs.
Latest news 19 May 2016

McCallum named Scottish Leader lead blender

Appointment marks move to a new collaborative approach to production for Burn Stewart blend.
Latest news 19 May 2016

Macallan reveals last part of Lalique range

Aged for 65 years and priced at £23,500, ‘Peerless Spirit’ completes The Six Pillars Collection.
Latest news 19 May 2016

Pickering’s unveils whisky cask-matured gins

The new range of oak-aged gins was matured in casks sourced from five Scotch whisky regions.
Latest news 18 May 2016

Distilleries set for 32nd Islay Festival

Whisky is a key part of Fèis Ìle, an annual celebration of Gaelic history, poetry, song and dance.
Latest news 18 May 2016

Inchdairnie distillery opens its doors

The Fife-based plant uses a number of techniques aimed at giving maximum spirit flexibility.
Latest news 17 May 2016

Jura distillery manager retires

After a 39-year career, Willie Cochrane is to be succeeded by long-time colleague Graham Logan.
Latest news 17 May 2016

Scotch whisky export decline confirmed

Prospects for growth remain ‘strong’ despite third consecutive fall, Scotch Whisky Association says.
Latest news 10 May 2016

Longmorn reopens after chemical spill

The distillery was forced to close after a chemical spill resulted in an evacuation of the plant.
Latest news 09 May 2016

Brexit ‘would put Scotch exports at risk’

A UK exit from the European Union risks huge damage to the industry, says government minister.
Latest news 09 May 2016

Johnnie Walker releases smoky Green Label

The blended malt brand is launching a new expression with a higher proportion of Islay malt.
Latest news 04 May 2016

Rugby star Cusiter moves into whisky

The Scottish international scrum-half is to set up a Scotch-focused retail business in the US.
In depth 04 May 2016

Analysing Brown-Forman’s BenRiach buy

Did the Jack Daniel’s owner overpay in spending £285m on BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh?
Latest news 04 May 2016

Glasgow to host world spirits summit

Experts from all over the world are set to attend the Worldwide Distilled Spirits Conference.
Latest news 29 April 2016

Major fire destroys Speyside whisky lounge

The Speyside Heather Centre and newly-opened Whisky Lounge has been destroyed by a fire today.
Latest news 29 April 2016

Compass Box launches ‘transparency’ whisky

Company marks campaign progress to date with the release of Enlightenment, a new blended malt.
Latest news 28 April 2016

Dave Broom named 2016 Speyside Ambassador

Scotchwhisky.com’s chief engineer has been recognised for his contribution to the whisky region.
Latest news 27 April 2016

Jack Daniel’s owner buys BenRiach

Brown-Forman has purchased The Benriach Distillery Company for £285 million.
Latest news 27 April 2016

Speyside whisky festival readies for launch

Over 25,000 visitors are expected at Speyside’s annual whisky festival this week.
Latest news 22 April 2016

Bumper Scotch selection at Bonhams auction

More than 100 rare whisky lots are on offer in the Hong Kong sale, worth a total of up to HK$2.5m.
Latest news 21 April 2016

Bruichladdich honours transparency pledge

Islay distillery publishes the detailed recipe for ‘The Classic Laddie’ expression on its website.
Latest news 21 April 2016

Johnnie Walker launches ‘green’ plug-in

Earth Mode measures internet users’ digital carbon footprint in ‘eye-opening’ new initiative.
Latest news 20 April 2016

Evans joins WhiskyInvestDirect board

Campbell Evans named as new non-executive director of the online Scotch whisky marketplace.
Latest news 19 April 2016

Whisky cubes add ‘authentic oak flavour’

WooWhiskey claims its new wooden whisky cubes will enrich the oak flavours in every glass.
Latest news 19 April 2016

Community central to Glenwyvis plans

Planned Dingwall distillery sets out to raise more than £1.5m through community-focused share offer.
Latest news 18 April 2016

Edrington Perth closure to cost 21 jobs

Famous Grouse owner will open new central Glasgow HQ, ending Perth’s proud Scotch whisky heritage.
Latest news 15 April 2016

Boutique-y drops NAS in transparency support

The independent bottler has introduced age statements in a step ‘toward greater transparency’.
In depth 14 April 2016

The truth about the Scotch whisky shortage

Media reports tell of a single malt Scotch whisky ‘drought’, but the facts tell a different story.
Latest news 12 April 2016

Edinburgh whisky attraction plans revealed

A new Edinburgh distillery has been designed as a visitor attraction to boost tourism.
Latest news 12 April 2016

Beckham on board for new Haig Club release

Diageo readies a new single grain launch, continuing its tie-in with the former England captain.
In depth 12 April 2016

Indian whisky: why it matters to Scotch

Diageo’s Indian whisky brands have had their export wings trimmed – but does the deal go far enough?
Latest news 06 April 2016

Diageo and SWA agree Indian whisky changes

Bagpiper exports are halted and McDowell’s labelling is set to change following ‘helpful’ talks.
Latest news 29 March 2016

Kilchoman’s MacLellan loses cancer fight

John MacLellan, distillery manager of Kilchoman, has passed away following a battle with cancer.
Latest news 23 March 2016

First Big Peat Feis Ile whisky produced

Douglas Laing is to release its first Feis Ile edition of the Islay blended malt in May.
Latest news 22 March 2016

Second whisky distillery planned for Arran

Isle of Arran Distillers has confirmed plans to build a second distillery on the Scottish island.
Latest news 21 March 2016

Speyside distillery auctions first bottle

One of the first bottles of whisky to be distilled at the distillery is to be auctioned this week.
Latest news 21 March 2016

Arran founder Harold Currie passes away

The founder of Arran distillery and veteran of the D-Day landings has passed away at the age of 91.
Latest news 17 March 2016

Law loophole to allow smaller whisky samples

Moray Council has become the first in the UK to allow smaller pours of whisky samples at tastings.
Latest news 16 March 2016

UK freezes tax on Scotch whisky

UK government recognises Scotch as a ‘vital industry’ and freezes excise duty in its 2016 Budget.
Latest news 15 March 2016

Teacher’s Highland Cream given makeover

The blended Scotch whisky has been redesigned to appeal to entry-level consumers.
Latest news 15 March 2016

Bunnahabhain introduces Feis Ile day trip

The Islay distillery is giving whisky enthusiasts the chance to visit the 2016 Feis Ile for the day.
Latest news 11 March 2016

Highland Park Ice celebrates Viking heritage

Limited edition 17-year-old bottling follows on from Orkney distillery’s Valhalla Collection.
Latest news 10 March 2016

Glenfarclas releases 50-year-old bottling

Limited edition launch marks halfway point in Speyside distillery’s Family Collector Series.
Latest news 09 March 2016

New London bar to ‘demystify’ whisky

The founders of London’s Worship Street Whistling Shop are opening a dedicated whisky bar this week.
Latest news 08 March 2016

Laphroaig adds Lore NAS bottling to range

New bottling aims to celebrate distillery’s two centuries of whisky-making knowledge and tradition.
Latest news 08 March 2016

Campbell named new Grouse master blender

Cutty Sark blender Kirsteen Campbell replaces Gordon Motion as master blender of The Famous Grouse.
Latest news 07 March 2016

New Dornoch distillery seeks crowdfunding

Dornoch Castle Hotel owners seek crowd funding to kick start build of new Highlands distillery.
Latest news 04 March 2016

Wolfburn distillery unveils inaugural whisky

The Thurso distillery is releasing the area’s first Scotch whisky in 150 years later this month.
Latest news 03 March 2016

Kilchoman Sanaig gets global roll out

The Islay distillery’s Sherry-influenced malt will form part of Kilchoman’s core portfolio.
Latest news 02 March 2016

Scotch sales in UK begin to pick up

Although despite showing signs of recovery, the SWA warns Britain is still a ‘fragile’ market.
In depth 02 March 2016

Scotch whisky exports: ripe for recovery?

After three consecutive years of shipment declines, where does the industry go from here?
Latest news 01 March 2016

Bruichladdich defends transparency move

The Islay distiller claims its publication of The Classic Laddie recipe next month is legal.
Latest news 01 March 2016

Glenmorangie moves into sunglasses

The Scotch brand has created a bespoke line of sunglasses fashioned out of used whisky casks.
Latest news 01 March 2016

Lagavulin 8yo bottling marks bicentenary

Famously smoky Islay distillery celebrates 200th birthday with two releases of special expression.
Latest news 29 February 2016

Whiskies paired in ‘food cocktail’ duets

Rare breed Galician beef with your Mortlach? London members’ bar uses Scotch in new ‘duets’ menu.
Latest news 23 February 2016

Challenges ‘brilliant’ for Scotch – Diageo

Economic and competitive challenges help foster creativity in Scotch whisky, says David Gates.
In depth 22 February 2016

The long road to transparency

Compass Box founder John Glaser on why a change in the law could benefit the entire industry.
Latest news 22 February 2016

Compass Box and SWA in ‘transparency’ talks

The company will meet the Scotch Whisky Association in March following last week’s campaign launch.
Latest news 22 February 2016

Michel Roux helps Balvenie explain ‘craft’

The chef has partnered with the Scotch whisky brand to explore the ‘true meaning of craftsmanship’.
Latest news 22 February 2016

Tomatin hails rise in visitor numbers

Distillery plans further investment in visitor facilities after 40% rise in tourist numbers.
Latest news 19 February 2016

Bruichladdich pledges transparency support

Islay distillery promises more open approach as thousands sign up to Compass Box campaign.
Latest news 19 February 2016

Scotch ‘biggest contributor’ to UK trade

The sector’s net annual contribution of £3.8bn to UK trade makes case for duty cut, says SWA.
Latest news 19 February 2016

Scotch exports fall for third year running

Declines in Russia, Brazil and oil nations create worst run for industry in more than 50 years.
Latest news 18 February 2016

Johnnie Walker Green Label returns

Blended malt expression is back on the shelves after a successful return to the US and Australia.
Latest news 18 February 2016

Compass Box launches transparency campaign

Need for legislative change and greater clarity is a ‘no-brainer’, says company founder John Glaser.
Latest news 18 February 2016

Scottish Leader boosts Distell sales

Blend shows strong growth in South Africa and Taiwan, while malts perform well in northern Europe.
Latest news 17 February 2016

New anCnoc whisky explores fashion link

New NAS bottling Blas is a collaboration between distillery and menswear designer Patrick Grant.
Latest news 16 February 2016

Tackle fake Scotch in Africa, Minister urges

Scottish Secretary uses trip to call on Mozambique government to grant Scotch legal protection.
Latest news 16 February 2016

Shot Scotch developed for music lovers

Music producer who has worked with Kanye West and Beyoncé launches new blended grain Scotch whisky.
Latest news 11 February 2016

Mixed performances by Pernod Scotch brands

Chivas down, The Glenlivet up in the last six months of 2015 as difficulties continue in China.
Latest news 11 February 2016

Bailie Nicol Jarvie blend ‘could be revived’

The cult blended Scotch’s return would require a rebuilding of mature malt whisky stocks.
Latest news 10 February 2016

Raasay whisky distillery given green light

Construction work at the R&B Distillers facility at Borodale House is due to begin in April.
Latest news 08 February 2016

Loch Lomond whiskies to make US debut

Twelve Scotch whiskies from Loch Lomond Distillers are to go on sale in the US for the first time.
Latest news 05 February 2016

Speyside Distillers outlines expansion plans

The Spey whisky producer has outlined expansion plans following a £2.3m funding boost.
Latest news 05 February 2016

Ailsa Bay’s first whisky launches in UK

Ailsa Bay distillery’s first single malt bottling is a lesson in Scotch whisky innovation.
Latest news 04 February 2016

Miss Whisky joins William Grant UK

Alwynne Gwilt, aka Miss Whisky, has joined the Glenfiddich and Balvenie producer’s prestige team.
Latest news 02 February 2016

Islay, Kilchoman and the Land Rover link

How Islay inspired the naming of one of the world’s best-loved and most enduring vehicles.
In depth 01 February 2016

How to spot fake spirits in Russia

Getting under the skin of Russia’s vast and potentially lethal black market in counterfeit spirits.
Latest news 28 January 2016

Diageo Scotch sales return to growth

Improved sales of Johnnie Walker have turned the drinks group’s Scotch sales around.
Latest news 28 January 2016

Macallan vertical headlines Sotheby’s sale

Collection of 42 bottles joins rare Dalmore and Port Ellen in Hong Kong auction this weekend.
In depth 28 January 2016

Russia’s deadly fake whisky

Counterfeit copies of western brands don’t just disappoint consumers – they can kill them.
Latest news 27 January 2016

Scotch industry urges UK tax break

The SWA claims last year’s 2% tax reduction generated an extra £96 million for the UK government.
Latest news 27 January 2016

Malt whisky projects in £1m funding boost

Two distilleries in western Highlands and Perth & Kinross to benefit from government grants.
Latest news 26 January 2016

Inver House boosts capacity for export push

Old Pulteney owner’s production investment is designed to underpin future international growth.
Latest news 20 January 2016

Hunter Laing to build Islay distillery

The independent bottler has revealed plans to build an £8 million malt whisky distillery on Islay.
Latest news 20 January 2016

Mike Keiller joins Last Drop board

Ex-Morrison Bowmore CEO to take charge of financial and corporate strategy at rare spirits business.
Latest news 19 January 2016

Latest Glenmorangie Private Edition unveiled

Milsean – Gaelic for ‘sweet things’ – is extra-matured in heavily toasted Portuguese red wine casks.
Latest news 14 January 2016

Colombia confronted in Scotch tax row

The EU is challenging Colombia’s ‘discriminatory’ tax policy that obstructs Scotch whisky growth.
Latest news 08 January 2016

Drink less than 14 whiskies a week, UK told

New alcohol guidance from the UK government recommends drinking no more than 14 drams per week.
Latest news 07 January 2016

Macallan Fine & Rare sale makes history

A set of 19 Macallan Fine & Rare bottles has set a record as the most expensive sale in duty free.
Latest news 06 January 2016

Monkey Shoulder named trendiest Scotch

The blended malt has been named the most requested Scotch whisky brand by the world’s leading bars.
Latest news 06 January 2016

‘Last’ Billy Connolly whisky bottle donated

Glasgow Museums set to display last known miniature, produced in the 1970s by Douglas Laing & Co.
Latest news 04 January 2016

Most Britons see whisky tax level as unfair

Nearly all the British public believe the 76% tax levy on a bottle of Scotch whisky is ‘unfair’.
Latest news 04 January 2016

Balvenie’s David Stewart receives MBE

The Balvenie’s malt master, David Stewart, has been recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours list.
In depth 31 December 2015

The 10 most read Scotch stories of 2015

Scotchwhisky.com may only have been in operation for three months, but what a year it’s been.
Latest news 23 December 2015

Minimum alcohol pricing is illegal, EU rules

Scotland’s introduction of a minimum unit price for alcohol contravenes EU law.
Latest news 22 December 2015

The Whisky Exchange opens Covent Garden shop

The retailer’s new flagship store in London’s Covent Garden features a dedicated whisky room.
Latest news 21 December 2015

The most powerful whisky advert ever made?

A tearjerking whisky advert created by two film students could be the most powerful ever made.
Latest news 17 December 2015

William Grant CEO steps down

Stella David is to step down from her role as CEO of William Grant & Sons early next year.
Latest news 17 December 2015

Scotch whisky industry makes exports promise

The Scotch whisky industry has signed a charter to help promote Scottish food and drink overseas.
Latest news 16 December 2015

Kilchoman auctions first 10 Year Old whisky

The first bottle of Kilchoman 10 Year Old whisky has sold at auction for £7,000.
In depth 16 December 2015

Scotch whisky returns to the Borders

Get the full lowdown on three distillery projects earmarked for Jedburgh, Hawick and Peebles.
Latest news 15 December 2015

Robert Burns’ farm to become distillery

An Ayrshire farm, once home to Robert Burns, is to be developed into a Scotch whisky distillery.
Latest news 14 December 2015

Scotch industry sets model green strategy

Scottish companies can ‘learn a lot’ from the Scotch whisky industry’s environmental strategy.
Latest news 11 December 2015

Talisker launch supports ‘ballsy’ Diageo aim

Diageo’s new NAS Talisker release underpins its goal to become largest malt retailer in GTR by 2018.
Latest news 11 December 2015

Volunteers race to join whisky psyche study

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and Dr. Adam Moore give 120 people the chance to drink for science.
Latest news 10 December 2015

R&B releases its first Scotch whiskies

The company has launched its first bottles but is yet to build a distillery in Raasay or the south.
Latest news 10 December 2015

Doughnut shop creates peaty Jura treat

A Soho doughnut shop has partnered with the Hebridean distillery to create a heavily peated treat.
Latest news 08 December 2015

Arbikie offers cask investment opportunity

The Highlands distillery is selling newly-laid casks for £10,000 as a ‘luxury whisky investment’.
Latest news 08 December 2015

Tomatin revives its identity with redesign

A makeover for the Highlands distillery is the ‘final piece of the puzzle’ in reviving its identity.
In depth 07 December 2015

Obituary: David Urquhart (1952-2015)

Commemorating the life of a proud son of Moray and one of Scotch whisky’s best-loved characters.
Latest news 04 December 2015

Glenfiddich gets green light to expand

Approval has been granted for a multi-million pound expansion of the Speyside distillery.
Latest news 04 December 2015

Public vote Peebles for Borders distillery

Whisky enthusiasts have voted for Peebles as the preferred location for a new Borders distillery.
Latest news 03 December 2015

Scotch industry described as a ‘powerhouse’

Scotch whisky’s impact on the UK economy is praised as the SWA opens a new London office.
Latest news 03 December 2015

Lagavulin creates Yule Log parody

Lagavulin and actor Nick Offerman have produced a comedic Scotch tribute to the Yule Log broadcast.
Latest news 03 December 2015

First Kingsbarns whisky for founding members

Members of the Lowlands distillery’s new Founders’ Club will be first to taste its whisky in 2018.
Latest news 02 December 2015

Gordon & MacPhail’s David Urquhart dies

Tributes pour in to mark the passing of a ‘legendary figure’ in the world of Scotch whisky.
Latest news 02 December 2015

Whyte & Mackay signs US deal with Gallo

Philippines-owned producer hopes the wine giant will drive growth for Dalmore, Jura and John Barr.
Latest news 01 December 2015

SWA: more work needed to fight alcohol abuse

The Scotch Whisky Action Fund will spend a further £300,000 to help fight misuse in Scotland.
Latest news 27 November 2015

Beam Suntory reveals new Men of Malts name

Beam alters its fan club name, admitting its definition of the word ‘men’ was not clear to everyone.
Latest news 26 November 2015

Distillery worker invents driver sample kits

A distillery worker has created a whisky kit to stop motorists missing out on tasting sessions.
Latest news 26 November 2015

A drone’s eye view of Islay’s distilleries

Many whisky tourists visit Islay’s distilleries, but how many have experienced them from the air?
In depth 24 November 2015

Whisky investment: new approaches

Two new companies – one in the UK, one in China – are opening a fresh chapter in whisky investment.
Latest news 23 November 2015

Industry responds on transparency debate

Further debate on transparency is needed, say SWA members, following our open letter on the issue.
Latest news 23 November 2015

Third distillery planned in Scottish Borders

A third company has joined the race to build the Scottish Borders’ first distillery since 1837.
Latest news 20 November 2015

The Last Drop releases first single malt

Glen Garioch 1967 bottling marks company’s first foray outside the world of blended Scotch.
Latest news 19 November 2015

Scotch misses Whisky Bible top five again

Crown Royal takes top spot and Kentucky, Ireland and Japan share the spoils in the 2016 edition.
Latest news 18 November 2015

Beam backtracks over ‘sexist’ fan club

Beam Suntory has been heavily criticised for creating a ‘sexist’ and ‘isolating’ whisky fan club.
In depth 17 November 2015

The dangerous game of whisky label auctions

The murky waters of auctioning whisky labels is not only unclear, it’s unregulated too.
Latest news 17 November 2015

Bonhams revives whisky sales in US

Collectible Macallan, Dalmore and Ardbeg all feature in Friday’s 176-lot auction in New York.
Latest news 16 November 2015

‘Oldest’ whisky cask offered at auction

Glenfiddich and Macallan feature in auction house Dragon 8’s first Hong Kong sale this weekend.
Latest news 13 November 2015

Dewar’s launches oldest whisky expression

The 30-year-old ‘ultimate’ blended whisky will be a travel retail exclusive from this December.
In depth 13 November 2015

Whiskey Union central to Diageo Scotch plan

Diageo’s experimental Whiskey Union concept is fundamental to the group’s Scotch growth strategy.
Latest news 13 November 2015

Singleton to take on Glenlivet in malts race

Diageo has revealed ambitions to develop The Singleton into the world’s leading single malt.
Latest news 12 November 2015

Diageo unveils ‘weird’ Scotch-based products

Diageo’s new Whiskey Union range will feature ‘unorthodox, weird’ Scotch-based products.
Latest news 12 November 2015

Protest halts rare whisky label auction

Three lots of rare whisky labels have been withdrawn from auction following protests on Facebook.
Latest news 10 November 2015

Royal Salute reveals $40,000 Age Collection

Royal Salute has unveiled the Age Collection, a set of 10 blended Scotch whiskies, for US$40,000.
Latest news 09 November 2015

Seven distilleries shamed for pollution fail

Seven Scotch whisky distilleries have been condemned for their failure to meet pollution guidelines.
Latest news 05 November 2015

Transparency in Scotch: the SWA responds

The organisation writes to clarify the current legal position – and what might happen in the future.
Latest news 05 November 2015

New contest to recognise whisky sommeliers

A new competition intends to raise the profile of the whisky expert to that of a wine sommelier.
Latest news 05 November 2015

Scotch whisky export decline continues

Despite positive signs, Scotch is enduring its longest period of export decline in over 50 years.
Latest news 05 November 2015

Glenturret unveils core single malt range

Glenturret distillery, home to The Famous Grouse, has released a core range of single malt whiskies.
Latest news 04 November 2015

Compass Box: an open letter to the industry

Do Scotch whisky producers want a rule change to allow greater transparency for the consumer?
Latest news 04 November 2015

Macallans feature in Hong Kong auction

Collectible Speyside malts rub shoulders in sale with a glut of sought-after Karuizawas and Hanyus.
Latest news 04 November 2015

‘Masculine’ Ballantine’s Hard Fired unveiled

Introducing Ballantine’s Hard Fired, a smoky, ‘masculine’ Scotch finished in extra-charred casks.
Latest news 29 October 2015

First Scotch-Japanese whisky blend launches

The ‘world’s first’ Scotch-Japanese whisky hybrid is created in homage to the ‘Scottish Samurai’.
Latest news 29 October 2015

‘First drops’ of Kininvie to be released

Three casks of Kininvie’s first run are released as the distillery continues its luxury strategy.
Latest news 29 October 2015

Compass Box transparency breaks EU law

The bottler removed detailed information about two new whiskies after contact from the SWA.
Latest news 28 October 2015

New hybrid glass to ‘transform’ whisky

Can Norlan’s combination of functionality and aesthetics help revolutionise the enjoyment of whisky?
In depth 28 October 2015

Diageo Special Releases pricing: an analysis

Special Releases pricing has soared in recent years – but how and why? Let’s crunch some numbers…
In depth 27 October 2015

The Bourbonisation of Scotch whisky

Scotch is experiencing an identity crisis. Why would it want to taste like Bourbon?
Latest news 26 October 2015

Whisky club aims for younger audience

The YoCo Club wants to make Scotch whisky accessible to under-45s using a subscription-based model.
Latest news 26 October 2015

Lidl to launch new cut-price whisky line-up

The discount retailer’s Christmas whiskies, all priced below £50, range in age from 22 to 34 years.
In depth 26 October 2015

Will Joy take Johnnie Walker further?

The number one Scotch whisky brand’s new platform aims to add a little happiness to the mix.
Latest news 23 October 2015

Aberlour Voice-o-Graph comes to London

Music, whisky and vintage vinyl technology unite in the single malt’s 1940s recording booth.
Latest news 23 October 2015

Hazelwood makes a return to travel retail

William Grant & Sons is to launch a new range of blended whiskies under the Hazelwood brand.
Latest news 23 October 2015

Grant’s Elements boasts young age statements

Grant’s has shirked Scotch tradition by printing two young age statements on its new blended range.
Latest news 22 October 2015

Glenrothes renews NAS range with peated cask

Glenrothes has refreshed its core NAS range with new names, liquid and a peated cask-matured whisky.
Latest news 19 October 2015

Diageo 2015 Special Releases revealed

Diageo’s 2015 Special Releases features some familiar faces, plus a rare 40YO single grain.
Latest news 14 October 2015

‘Scottish-style’ Washington malt unveiled

Trio of well-known Scotch distillers join forces to help create new George Washington whisky.
Latest news 13 October 2015

Balvenie reveals £125k whisky collection

Balvenie has unveiled the DCS Compendium – a collection of 25 whiskies valued at over £125,000.
Latest news 08 October 2015

Diageo prints nutritional info on whisky

Diageo plans to print nutritional information on bottles of whisky in the US.
Latest news 01 October 2015

Scotch sales to ‘return to growth’ this year

After years of decline the SWA has predicted Scotch exports will improve within the year.
Latest news 24 September 2015

Harris distillery finally springs to life

The Isle of Harris distillery has finally opened following seven years of planning.
Latest news 22 September 2015

New online marketplace for maturing Scotch

A new tech-based trading platform aims to benefit investors and ease pressure on distillers.
Latest news 18 September 2015

Johnnie Walker launches ‘biggest’ campaign

The brand’s hugely successful Keep Walking platform is rebooted to arrest recent sales declines.
Latest news 17 September 2015

SWA hails China fakes breakthrough

Counterfeit bottle caps case represents a number of legal firsts, the organisation says.
Latest news 11 September 2015

The Famous Grouse rebrands its Black whisky

The Famous Grouse Black Grouse has been rebranded as part of plans to create a core range.
Latest news 02 September 2015

G&M unveils 'most exclusive' whisky

A 75-year-old bottling from Mortlach distillery is hailed as the world's 'most exclusive'.
Latest news 27 August 2015

Edinburgh distillery gets go-ahead

Edinburgh council has approved plans to transform a Georgian building into a single malt distillery.
Latest news 27 August 2015

Victorian whisky unearthed in time capsule

A bottle of what appears to be Scotch whisky has been discovered within a Victorian time capsule.
Latest news 20 August 2015

Johnnie Walker caught in kosher row

Blended Scotch whisky, Johnnie Walker, has become embroiled in a row over its kosher status.
Latest news 17 August 2015

Burn Stewart master blender joins Bladnoch

Burn Stewart master blender Ian Macmillan has joined Bladnoch as master distiller.
Latest news 13 August 2015

Dan Jago joins Berry Bros & Rudd as CEO

Berry Bros & Rudd has appointed Dan Jago, former group wine director at Tesco, as its new CEO.
Latest news 31 July 2015

Chivas Brothers to relaunch Scapa

Chivas Brothers is to relaunch Scapa, commencing with the release of a new NAS single malt.
Latest news 30 July 2015

Diageo Scotch expansion plans still shelved

Diageo will continue the suspension of its Scotch expansion plans after sales fell by 9%.
Latest news 27 July 2015

Chinese launch £3m whisky investment fund

A new £3m rare whisky investment fund has been established in China.
Latest news 27 July 2015

Aussie entrepreneur buys Bladnoch distillery

Bladnoch distillery will run once again after the site was purchased by an Australian businessman.

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Food 07 October 2019

Scottish salmon’s whisky connection

Scotland’s rivers are among the world’s best for catching salmon, a perfect match for whisky.
Cocktails 02 October 2019

11 Best London Cocktail Week whisky events

From Scotch blending sessions to funky Bourbon BBQ parties, LCW has it all.
Culture 01 October 2019

Paul Laverty: Ken Loach, whisky and me

The screenwriter discusses The Angels’ Share, the whisky film he wrote for director Loach.
Ask the professor 24 September 2019

Why bother with stainless steel condensers?

A few Scotch whisky distilleries use condensers made of steel, rather than copper, but why?
Features 24 September 2019

Whisky makers rediscover bere barley

The historic crop, grown in Scotland for 1,000-plus years, is being revived by distillers.
The whisky virgin 23 September 2019

Can whisky go bad in the bottle?

The Whisky Virgin wonders if an open bottle of whisky has a definitive shelf life, just like wine.
Features 19 September 2019

How is a whisky cask made?

The construction of a humble whisky cask is more complex than you’d think.
Features 17 September 2019

Scotch grain whisky’s pot still revival

Alternative grains are back in fashion as distillers add oats, rye and wheat to their pots.
Features 16 September 2019

Glenlivet’s pioneering whisky history

How this remote Highland valley helped to shape the modern world of Scotch whisky.
Features 16 September 2019

Perthshire’s whisky distilling heritage

Tracing the rich history of one of Scotland’s most fertile, and picturesque, whisky regions.
Ask the professor 10 September 2019

Why some distilleries use fire-heated stills

The Whisky Professor explores the differences between steam and fire-heated stills.
Food 05 September 2019

Shortbread and Scotch – an inimitable match

Scotland’s famous biscuit finds its place in the pantheon of whisky and food pairing.
Features 03 September 2019

Why Scotch distillers are playing with yeast

Scotch whisky makers are snubbing traditionalism and getting experimental with yeast.
Features 29 August 2019

How beer is inspiring a new wave of whisky

Scotch distillers are experimenting with roasted malts to develop a new generation of whisky.
The whisky virgin 26 August 2019

Shining a spotlight on Scandinavian whisky

Our Whisky Virgin’s quest for enlightenment leads him to an examination of Scandinavian whisky.
Features 21 August 2019

Unravelling the mysteries of the cask

Oak species, grain size and toasting all help mould the flavour of the dram in your glass.
Features 19 August 2019

Is a second ‘whisky loch’ brewing?

With over 40 new distilleries opening this decade, is Scotch on course to repeat history?
Features 12 August 2019

How do hot summers impact whisky production?

From barley field to still house, soaring temperatures can create challenges for distillers.
Features 08 August 2019

The tenacity of Orkney’s early whisky makers

The islands’ early Scotch producers defied the odds to put Orkney's whisky on the map.
Features 01 August 2019

Are blends moving towards transparency?

Blenders are sharing their whisky secrets – but the reasons behind the move are complex.
Ask the professor 30 July 2019

Is barley variety important in whisky?

Does barley variety affect whisky flavour like grapes do with wine? The Prof has the answer.
Culture 23 July 2019

Whisky’s place in rock ‘n’ roll history

From Amos Milburn to Metallica, this is how whisky made its mark on music. Rock on!
The whisky virgin 22 July 2019

Irish whiskey is smooth and light… right?

A search for ancestral roots leads the Virgin on a quest for Irish whiskey’s true style.
Features 16 July 2019

Whisky’s curious medicinal history

The origins of whisky are closely linked to the use of aqua vitae in early medical science.
Cocktails 09 July 2019

Lower-alcohol whisky cocktails for summer

Drinkers don’t have to compromise on flavour with these low-abv, summery Scotch serves.
Features 08 July 2019

Can Scotch embrace the low-abv trend?

As the wellness trend pushes innovation in low-abv drinks, Scotch is playing catch-up.
Features 04 July 2019

New make spirit enters the spotlight

Forget waiting for it to mature – new make spirit is the new darling of Scottish distilling.
Ask the professor 01 July 2019

The history of paxarette and Scotch whisky

The Sherry-like cask seasoning agent was once commonly used by whisky distillers.
Features 26 June 2019

The lost whiskies of the Cabrach

The remote Highland region is set to return to whisky production after more than 150 years.
The whisky virgin 25 June 2019

Am I adding the wrong water to my whisky?

The Virgin wonders whether certain types of water can negatively affect a whisky’s flavour.
Features 24 June 2019

Five quirky hip flasks for festival season

Drink better during this season’s music festivals with these campsite-friendly novelty hip flasks.
Features 20 June 2019

How oats are making a world whisky comeback

Distilleries are rediscovering the unique flavours oats can bring to whisky.
Culture 13 June 2019

James Joyce’s whiskey connections

Whiskey permeates the family history and works of the man hailed as Ireland’s greatest writer.
Ask the professor 29 May 2019

What are ‘legs’ doing in my whisky?

Whisky legs – the residue left on the glass after swirling – can reveal a lot about your dram.
Features 27 May 2019

Islay’s turbulent whisky history

It hasn’t always been plain sailing for distillers on Scotland’s ‘whisky island’.
The whisky virgin 23 May 2019

Are Islay whiskies suitable for beginners?

The Virgin heads to Islay to find out if its whisky really is too intense for beginners.
Features 14 May 2019

How to buy a whisky cask

Thinking about buying your own cask of maturing whisky? Here’s a guide to what’s out there.
Culture 01 May 2019

Marvel’s cautionary tale for whisky makers

There’s much whisky producers can learn from the comic book industry’s mistakes.
Cocktails 30 April 2019

Cocktail Basics: Mint Julep

For over 200 years, the Mint Julep has offered icy refreshment on sweltering summer days.
Features 29 April 2019

A whisky history of Easter Ross

The region’s deep whisky roots encompass the likes of Ferintosh, Dalmore and Balblair.
Ask the professor 25 April 2019

Why does ‘proof’ have multiple meanings?

The term refers to a drink’s alcoholic strength, but the calculation differs around the world.
The whisky virgin 22 April 2019

How does a cask’s background impact whisky?

The Whisky Virgin goes out on a limb to understand how a cask’s history affects whisky flavour.
Food 17 April 2019

The ultimate Easter egg and whisky pairings

Which whisky will you choose to complement your chocolate indulgence this Easter?
Culture 11 April 2019

The common threads in fashion and whisky

Whisky and fashion collaborations are in season, but are these partnerships more than marketing?
Cocktails 09 April 2019

Cocktail Basics: Boulevardier

Once the vogue drink of Parisian socialites, the Boulevardier is making a modern comeback.
Culture 04 April 2019

Lindsay Robertson: learning to love whisky

The acclaimed photographer always thought he hated whisky. Until one morning on Islay…
Features 02 April 2019

The rise of the community-owned distillery

Owned by its community, a new form of whisky distillery is giving back to the local economy.
Features 01 April 2019

How innovation is shaping American whiskey

American craft distillers are breaking from tradition to explore new avenues of flavour creation.
Features 28 March 2019

Dublin whiskey: rise, fall and renewal

The city that ruled the whisky world is back in the spotlight after decades of decline.
The whisky virgin 25 March 2019

Exploring the wonderful world of whisky

Time for the Virgin to expand his horizons beyond the safety blanket of Scotland’s drams.
Features 18 March 2019

Pro tips to improve your whisky photography

Whether shooting bottles or a dram, up your whisky photography game with advice from the pros.
Culture 12 March 2019

Whisky’s remarkable motorsports connection

Whisky has taken to the driver’s seat in the development of Formula One and Nascar racing.
Features 08 March 2019

How is whisky supporting gender equality?

Whisky is a gender-balanced industry, so why is it still considered a man’s drink?
Ask the professor 04 March 2019

How are Bourbon and grain whisky different?

Both are made from grain and distilled in columns, yet the two whisky styles are vastly different.
The whisky virgin 28 February 2019

How does peat make whisky taste… peaty?

A smoky dram leads The Whisky Virgin digging into the mysteries of peat.
Features 25 February 2019

The ads that made Macallan

How clever marketing helped transform an obscure single malt into a global powerhouse.
Cocktails 19 February 2019

Cocktail Basics: Old Fashioned

Despite endless interpretations, the attraction of the Old Fashioned lies in its simplicity.
Features 18 February 2019

Blended malts return to the spotlight

The style that almost vanished from the whisky universe is now very much back in vogue.
Features 14 February 2019

Valentine’s Day: Tales of whisky and romance

Heart-warming tales of true love, from a fateful plane crash to whisky’s greatest bromance.
The whisky virgin 07 February 2019

Should I be worried about fake whisky?

In a post-truth world, fakes are everywhere, but have they invaded your whisky cabinet?
Features 05 February 2019

The secret history of single malts

The popularity of single malt stretches back to the 1820s, when it was a royal favourite.
Features 31 January 2019

Is yeast whisky’s new frontier of flavour?

As one of whisky’s three ingredients, yeast offers huge possibilities in flavour creation.
Features 28 January 2019

Instagram tips from top whisky influencers

Build a picture-perfect Instagram account with tips from top whisky influencers.
Culture 22 January 2019

Whisky books for armchair travellers

Take inspiration from these travel titles for your next whisky adventure.
Ask the professor 15 January 2019

How are Scotch whisky regions different?

The difference between Speyside and Islay malts has less to do with flavour than you’d think.
Culture 08 January 2019

Whisky’s perfume connection

The contrasting worlds of whisky and perfume have more in common than you might think.
Features 07 January 2019

The whisky world’s 2019 resolutions

The industry shares its hopes for the New Year, from the death of flipping to more NAS whiskies.
Features 01 January 2019

Scotch whisky distilleries to open in 2019

At least nine new whisky distilleries are set to open in Scotland in the next 12 months.
The whisky virgin 28 December 2018

Nine things I learned about whisky this year

There’s always something new to learn about whisky, as the Whisky Virgin discovers.
Features 24 December 2018

The Christmas Whisky Quiz 2018

Are you a malt maniac or dram dunce? Put your brains to the test in our annual whisky quiz.
Food 13 December 2018

7 great whisky distilleries for foodies

From Islay to Utah, the fare offered at top whisky destinations is on the up and up.
Features 12 December 2018

Israel: The land of milk, honey and whisky

A vibrant whisky scene is emerging in Israel as its first single malts come of age.
Cocktails 10 December 2018

7 easy Christmas whisky cocktail recipes

Liven up the party or warm up by the fire with one of these Christmas cocktail recipes.
Features 04 December 2018

The whisky gift guide for every budget

From stocking fillers to blowout experiences, we’ve got presents for whisky fans on every level.
Ask the professor 29 November 2018

Do dunnage warehouses create better whisky?

The Whisky Prof looks into the merits of this most traditional of whisky warehouses.
Features 27 November 2018

Europe’s whisky rye-volution

Rye whisky is no longer a North American specialty, but a worldwide phenomenon.
The whisky virgin 26 November 2018

Whisky tastes of its terroir… or does it?

The Whisky Virgin is on a mission to learn the truth about terroir, starting in Campbeltown.
Culture 22 November 2018

How Bourbon makers celebrate Thanksgiving

America’s biggest Bourbon families reveal how whisky plays a role in their Thanksgiving traditions.
Features 20 November 2018

7 Whisky advent calendars for Christmas

Screw chocolate – count down to Christmas with a whisky advent calendar to suit any budget.
Culture 06 November 2018

Review: Navigate the Blood

Set in a working distillery, the whisky-themed opera kicked off its Scotland tour in Glasgow.
Features 05 November 2018

Warming autumnal hipflask whiskies

The best whiskies to fill into your hipflask this autumn, according to the experts.
Features 31 October 2018

American blended whiskey isn’t all it seems

A movement is underway to challenge blended whiskey’s reputation as cheap bottom shelf liquor.
Culture 30 October 2018

The ultimate horror film and whisky pairings

Dial up the scream factor for your Halloween movie night with these spooktacular whisky pairings.
The whisky virgin 22 October 2018

What makes a whisky the best in the world?

The Whisky Virgin wonders how seriously to take the preference of just one whisky critic.
Features 16 October 2018

Five of the world’s best whisky collections

Track down these public collections of rare bottles for a glimpse of whisky’s storied past.
Ask the professor 15 October 2018

Where does the word ‘hogshead’ come from?

The curious name for a 245-litre cask could have roots in the wizarding world, says the Prof.
Features 09 October 2018

The Unseen Valentino Zagatti Collection

One of the world’s most famous collections of whisky has gone on display in the Netherlands.
Features 02 October 2018

New Zealand’s craft whisky movement

New Zealand’s craft distillers are determined to establish a distinctively Kiwi whisky style.
The whisky virgin 28 September 2018

Deconstructing whisky words for newbies

What do the words ‘limited edition’ and ‘Master’s Select’ on a whisky label really mean?
Features 25 September 2018

How to survive a whisky show

These top tips will help you make the most of whichever whisky show you’re visiting.
Features 24 September 2018

Top 10 best-selling Scotch malt whiskies

From Glenfiddich to Glen Grant, these are the world’s most popular Scotch malt whiskies.
Ask the professor 20 September 2018

Why was Scotch whisky ‘better’ in the 1960s?

If pre-1960s single malt was so wonderful, why isn’t it being made any more? The Prof answers all.
Features 17 September 2018

Top 10 best-selling Scotch whiskies

A global rundown of the world’s most popular drams – with not a single malt in sight.
Features 10 September 2018

10 American single malt whiskeys to try

Explore the growing world of American single malt with these imaginative – and tasty – whiskeys.
Features 05 September 2018

The whiskies inspired by film and television

Discover the whiskies created to promote films, television shows and even video games.
The whisky virgin 27 August 2018

Why aren’t grain whiskies loved like malts?

The Whisky Virgin is a huge fan of grain whisky, but doesn’t think it gets the respect it deserves.
Features 23 August 2018

The psychology of whisky collecting

It’s made for drinking, so why have some whiskies now become collectors’ items?
Ask the professor 21 August 2018

Why are whisky casks toasted and charred?

The Whisky Prof explains one of the most complex and fascinating processes in whisky creation.
Features 20 August 2018

Glenmorangie: 175 years of whisky making

Looking into the past, present and future of the Highland distillery, founded in 1843.
Features 07 August 2018

What is American single malt whiskey?

Craft distillers are set on defining their own single malt style – just don’t call it Scotch.
Features 06 August 2018

10 of the world’s weirdest whiskies

A crackpot collection of some of the craziest creations in the Scotch whisky universe.
Features 31 July 2018

15 Scotch whisky distilleries making gin

These are the whisky distilleries gaining a reputation for their Scottish gins.
Cocktails 24 July 2018

Eight whisky cocktails perfect for summer

Beat the heat with these refreshing sunny-day serves recommended by top bartenders.
The whisky virgin 24 July 2018

How to drink Scotch in a heatwave

Our Whisky Virgin is feeling the heat and on the hunt for cooler ways to enjoy his whisky.
Ask the professor 17 July 2018

Where did the term ‘lyne arm’ come from?

The Prof takes a break from science to consider the etymology of the lyne arm.
Features 28 June 2018

Meet the Scotch whisky hybrids

Blenders are exploring the boundaries of flavour by mixing Scotch with other world whiskies.
Features 27 June 2018

Infinity bottle tips from master blenders

Create your ultimate house blend with these hints and tips from Scotland’s master blenders.
Features 26 June 2018

Not all ‘Japanese whisky’ is Japanese whisky

If stocks are limited, where are all the new Japanese whisky brands coming from?
The whisky virgin 25 June 2018

Why are Japanese age statements vanishing?

Will age-stated Japanese whiskies become an endangered species, the Whisky Virgin wonders?
Ask the professor 05 June 2018

Secrets of the lyne arm

Just a pipe linking still with condenser? No, it’s much more complicated, says the Prof.
Features 31 May 2018

Top 10 races for whisky-loving athletes

These are the hotspots to hit if you want to earn your drams the hard way.
The whisky virgin 28 May 2018

The fine art of whisky flipping

A frustrating brush with the latest Ardbeg release leaves the Virgin with a fresh dilemma.
Features 22 May 2018

Inside Macallan’s ground-breaking distillery

Take a behind-the-scenes peek at Macallan’s architectural and distilling marvel.
Features 21 May 2018

Gordon & MacPhail: past, present and future

The historic bottler embraces change and continuity, 123 years after it was established.
Features 03 May 2018

Hammerhead: the Cold War whisky

The strange tale of the Czech single malt born before the Berlin Wall came crashing down.
Features 01 May 2018

Top 10 whisky Instagram accounts to follow

From Stormtroopers to sushi, these are the instadram accounts to make your news feed next level.
The whisky virgin 24 April 2018

What’s wrong with blended Scotch?

Our Whisky Virgin heads to Compass Box HQ for the low-down on why blends get a bad rap.
Features 19 April 2018

Reviving historic whisky brands

Two contrasting projects have plundered the past, resurrecting old names for the 21st century.
Ask the professor 09 April 2018

Why are distillers using roasted malt?

Pale, crystal, chocolate… what is roasted malt and why are Scotch distillers so interested in it?
Food 29 March 2018

10 ways to pair chocolate with whisky

Celebrate Easter by hunting for top-quality chocolates to pair with the whiskies in your cabinet.
The whisky virgin 26 March 2018

Unlocking the mysteries of ‘craft’ whisky

The Whisky Virgin finally gets to visit a distillery – not in Scotland, but in East London.
Food 21 March 2018

Plant power: matching whisky with vegan food

We survey the UK restaurant scene to discover an array of pairings for vegan diners.
Features 20 March 2018

How do storage conditions affect whisky?

A Bowmore single malt is subjected to ‘cruel and unusual’ punishment by a tasting panel.
Features 19 March 2018

Glenugie remembered

With the distillery’s last warehouses set for demolition, we look back at its history.
Features 08 March 2018

Why’s whisky still considered a man’s drink?

Why, in today’s gender-inclusive world, is whisky still perceived as ‘a man’s drink’?
Cocktails 01 March 2018

The Sazerac: An iconic whisky cocktail

Its origins lie in 19th century New Orleans, yet the Sazerac remains a classic whisky cocktail.
The whisky virgin 26 February 2018

Tasting whisky with The Murray Method

After reading Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible, our Virgin begins questioning his own tasting method.
Ask the professor 21 February 2018

Why are other distilleries called Glenlivet?

There’s only one Glenlivet – so why have so many other single malts also used the name?
Features 12 February 2018

Worm tubs: the inside story

Big, expensive and hard to maintain, but fans say they’re vital to spirit character.
Features 08 February 2018

How to celebrate International Scotch Day

Whisky should feature, of course, but there are plenty of fun ways to celebrate Scotch.
Features 06 February 2018

The world’s weirdest whisky regulations

Canada’s not the only country forcing its residents to jump hoops in the name of a decent dram.
The whisky virgin 29 January 2018

Why young Scotch whisky is worth a chance

The Whisky Virgin puts aside his preconceptions to discover the beauty of youthful Scotch.
Features 25 January 2018

A brief history of Burns Night

We celebrate it every year, but how did the Burns Night tradition begin?
Food 15 January 2018

Treat yourself to a Burns Night Supper

Celebrate all things Scottish with dinner and a dram at one of these luxurious Burns Night suppers.
Features 11 January 2018

Designing the modern whisky distillery

It’s a busy time for architects as the boom in new Scotch whisky distilleries continues.
Features 10 January 2018

How do you define maturity in whisky?

A who’s who of Scotch whisky is on hand to answer this most challenging of questions.
Ask the professor 08 January 2018

What’s a mash filter and how does it work?

As rye whisky making returns to Scotland, mash filters are in the news. But what are they?
Features 01 January 2018

Scotch whisky distilleries to open in 2018

With 10 whisky distilleries opening this year, Scotch is on track for unprecedented growth.
Features 28 December 2017

Cadenhead’s: 175 Years of History

The long and eventful story of Scotch whisky’s longest-established independent bottler.
Features 24 December 2017

The Christmas Whisky Quiz 2017

Are you a whisky buff or novice? Test your knowledge in our annual whisky quiz.
The whisky virgin 20 December 2017

Which whiskies to choose for Christmas Day?

Out to impress the rellies, our Whisky Virgin ponders which drams to crack open for Christmas.
Food 19 December 2017

Christmas whisky cocktails and bar food

Banish thoughts of dusty bowls of peanuts with our gourmet guide to the finest pairings.
Culture 14 December 2017

Four books for whisky lovers

Some recommended whisky-related reading matter for the forthcoming festive period.
Features 12 December 2017

Secret Santa whisky gifts for any budget

Looking for the perfect whisky gift for your Secret Santa? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.
Food 11 December 2017

Matching whisky with Indian food

The UK’s Indian restaurants are pursuing ever more innovative food and whisky pairings.
Features 04 December 2017

Springbank 21yo: a tasting to remember

A mass tasting of the Campbeltown distillery’s 2016 release of 13 single cask single malts.
Features 28 November 2017

Get ready for Royal Wedding whisky

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement ignites anticipation for more Royal Wedding whiskies.
Ask the professor 27 November 2017

Does whisky change in an unopened bottle?

If a bottle is left unopened, will its whisky change over the years? The Whisky Prof has the answer.
The whisky virgin 22 November 2017

How to choose a Thanksgiving whiskey

With Thanksgiving approaching, our hapless Whisky Virgin sets out to learn about American whiskey.
Features 13 November 2017

Italy’s love of single malt

How this wine-drinking nation became the world’s biggest consumer of single malts in the 1970s.
Cocktails 08 November 2017

London’s best Scotch Old Fashioneds

Move over Bourbon; it’s time for Scotch whisky to take on the Old Fashioned.
Features 31 October 2017

‘What is whisky?’: the legal fight

Whisky as we know it was shaped by the passionate legal battle over this apparently simple question.
The whisky virgin 30 October 2017

Discovering the world of indie bottlers

Not all whiskies are bottled by the distilleries; there’s many a gem among the indie bottlers.
Features 25 October 2017

The lost practice of dramming

The demise of dramming is one of the biggest changes in Scotch whisky in the last 40 years.
Food 19 October 2017

How chefs pair food with whisky

Leading British chefs and their sommeliers share their food and whisky matching secrets.
Ask the professor 18 October 2017

The truth about peated whisky and phenols

The Prof explains you shouldn’t always trust the ppm figure on a whisky’s label.
Features 16 October 2017

Midleton Very Rare: a retrospective

As the 34th vintage is launched, we assess the evolution of the ‘pinnacle of Irish whiskey’.
Food 12 October 2017

Apple recipes for autumn

A seasonal foray through all manner of apple-accented dishes – with a dram on the side.
The whisky virgin 02 October 2017

A very expensive date with Diageo

The Whisky Virgin discovers the price of rare whisky, but its value is another question altogether.
Features 18 September 2017

Memories of Michael Jackson

A decade after his death, five leading whisky figures pay tribute to the great writer.
Features 13 September 2017

The Royal Family’s love of Scotch

From King George IV to Prince William, British royalty has played a big part in whisky’s success.
The whisky virgin 05 September 2017

How do you choose your first whisky?

The Whisky Virgin searches for help in buying a first bottle of Scotch… and finds it down the pub.
Features 31 August 2017

Remembering the age of the excisemen

Feared and resented, whisky’s first regulators played a crucial role in the history of Scotch.
Ask the professor 28 August 2017

Are unusual cask finishes a new whisky fad?

Scotch maturation was never restricted to only Bourbon and Sherry casks, explains the Prof.
Food 17 August 2017

How to pair whiskies with salad

Whisky is an excellent, if not exactly obvious, partner to your summer salads.
Features 16 August 2017

Recalling the great fake Macallan scandal

The ‘fake’ 1878 Macallan opened at a Swiss hotel has its roots in a saga from the 1990s.
Food 15 August 2017

Taking off: restaurants with whisky flights

UK chefs and sommeliers are increasingly – and successfully – pairing whisky with their menus.
The whisky virgin 08 August 2017

Why you need to visit a whisky distillery

After a year of whisky exploration, the Virgin finally made it to Scotland for a distillery tour.
Features 07 August 2017

What are whisky’s worst myths and cliches?

Decades of marketing-led mythology have created many outdated Scotch whisky beliefs.
Ask the professor 27 July 2017

Does yeast affect the flavour of whisky?

It’s one of Scotch whisky’s three ingredients, but opinion differs on yeast’s impact.
Features 24 July 2017

Kavalan distillery: memories of Jim Swan

Dr Swan will be remembered as the godfather of Taiwanese whisky for his work establishing Kavalan.
Features 19 July 2017

Distillery cats: Scotch’s legendary mousers

The feline heroes famed for their mouse-hunting prowess at Scotland’s whisky distilleries.
Food 17 July 2017

How to make whisky ice cream

Making ice cream at home is fun – and the results can be greatly improved by adding whisky.
Features 12 July 2017

The fine art of quaich making

The traditional drinking vessel for Scotch whisky is now a medium for artistic expression.
The whisky virgin 11 July 2017

Don’t forget about whisky this summer

As the mercury nudges upwards, the Whisky Virgin discovers whisky was made for all weathers.
Culture 29 June 2017

Ian Rankin: music, whisky and memories

The crime author shares several drams with Dave Broom while discussing music, whisky and life.
Culture 28 June 2017

Ian Rankin, Rebus and whisky

A wide-ranging and frank conversation with one of the UK’s best-selling crime novelists.
Features 27 June 2017

Whisky, women and advertising

The industry has not always succeeded in its attempts to end gender stereotyping in Scotch.
Ask the professor 21 June 2017

Condensers: how do they affect flavour?

Our Whisky Prof explains the flavour impacts of worm tubs and shell-and-tube condensers.
Features 20 June 2017

Ardbeg: the resurrection

Twenty years on, recalling the night when spirit once again ran from Ardbeg’s stills.
Features 14 June 2017

Father’s Day whisky treats

Stuck for Father’s Day ideas? Then spoil your dad this Sunday with a whisky-filled day out.
The whisky virgin 12 June 2017

How hard can it be to be a blender?

A series of blending classes has given the Whisky Virgin new-found respect for blends.
Cocktails 01 June 2017

The world’s best rooftop whisky bars

A selection of some of the best al fresco watering holes to enjoy a whisky tipple this summer.
Features 22 May 2017

Campbeltown whisky: a long and winding road

Charting the history of ‘Whisky City’ in the run-up to this week’s Campbeltown Malts Festival.
Features 17 May 2017

Glenfarclas The Family Casks: 10 years on

The ambitious series of single cask bottlings now spans six decades from the 1950s.
Ask the professor 15 May 2017

Whisky stills: does shape matter?

Far from being an aesthetic afterthought, the shape and size of a still has a huge effect on whisky.
The whisky virgin 11 May 2017

The importance of blind tasting whisky

To really understand your likes and dislikes, try removing any prejudice from your whisky glass.
Features 08 May 2017

How to make a best-selling blend

Maintaining quality and consistency is vital when you’re selling millions of bottles a year.
Food 26 April 2017

Lamb and whisky: a spring pairing

The key to cooking a tender and juicy leg of lamb is simplicity, says Martine Nouet.
Culture 18 April 2017

Highland Park and Orkney by Søren Solkær

The Danish photographer’s pictures capture the essence of the distillery and its island home.
Cocktails 13 April 2017

Easter Scotch whisky cocktails

These cocktails from the world’s best bartenders are sure to enhance your Easter weekend.
The whisky virgin 06 April 2017

What makes a medal-winning whisky?

The Whisky Virgin wonders what the gold, silver and bronze awards adorning some bottles really mean.
Ask the professor 03 April 2017

Chill filtration: is it bad for whisky?

We’re led to believe that non-chill-filtered whisky is somehow superior. But is it?
Features 27 March 2017

Putting whisky waste to good use

More recently developed eco-friendly uses for whisky waste include powering distilleries and cars.
Food 20 March 2017

Salmon, smoke and whisky: Severn & Wye

Fiona Beckett visits Severn & Wye to learn about the art of farming, curing and smoking salmon.
Features 16 March 2017

Irish whiskey: the future is bright

New distilleries are coming thick and fast, and there’s still plenty of room for more.
Features 15 March 2017

Torabhaig: countdown to distillery opening

The new Isle of Skye distillery documents key milestones from building work to production.
The whisky virgin 09 March 2017

Being a beginner on International Scotch Day

The Whisky Virgin was flying high after an enlightening International Scotch Day tasting.
Features 08 March 2017

How will climate change affect Scotch?

With warmer weather and rising sea levels, producers must act fast to combat climate change.
Ask the professor 07 March 2017

Whisky or whiskey: why the two spellings?

The Whisky Professor explains why the spelling of ‘whisky’ or ‘whiskey’ differs between countries.
Features 01 March 2017

The Whisky Barons: who were they?

Creative, visionary, fearless men who built the foundations of Scotch whisky as we know it.
Food 27 February 2017

Pancake Day recipes with whisky

Whether you’re flipping sweet or savoury pancakes, add a drop of Scotch – you won’t regret it.
The whisky virgin 14 February 2017

Put your whisky senses to the test

The Whisky Virgin finds it is possible to train your senses to recognise aromas more easily.
Ask the professor 08 February 2017

Are single malt whiskies also blends?

Our expert Prof tackles this oxymoronic riddle that often leaves whisky drinkers puzzled.
Features 02 February 2017

Scotch whisky liqueurs past and present

What started as a means to mask poorly made spirits has grown into a delicious whisky alternative.
Features 01 February 2017

Glenmorangie Bacalta: from brain to bottle

Bill Lumsden tells us how the concept of the Madeira-finished Private Edition release developed.
Features 26 January 2017

How to design packaging for new whiskies

It is imperative for new releases to convey brand identity, but how do producers achieve success?
Food 25 January 2017

Hearty winter dishes with whisky

Winter brings plenty of things to be excited about – especially when it comes to food and whisky.
Cocktails 25 January 2017

Burns Night Scotch whisky cocktails

The world’s best bartenders share their top Scotch whisky cocktail recipes for Burns Night.
Cocktails 24 January 2017

Winter whisky cocktails

Bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana shows how a lick of smoke can enhance whisky cocktails in winter.
Features 23 January 2017

Winter whisky recommendations

We’ve covered spring, summer, autumn, and now Dave Broom shares his top winter whiskies.
Features 18 January 2017

The changing role of the master distiller

As technology advances, so too do the tasks and responsibilities of master distillers.
The whisky virgin 16 January 2017

Do I really need whisky tasting glasses?

If the whisky is good, does it really matter what sort of vessel you drink it from?
Cocktails 12 January 2017

The Rusty Nail

It’s about time the Rusty Nail cocktail had its day in the sun, says Naren Young.
Food 11 January 2017

The thoroughly modern cheesemakers

The dairy out to revolutionise the humble Cheddar – and the best whiskies to pair with it.
Culture 10 January 2017

Scotch whisky at the movies

Many a dram has made an appearance on the silver screen – some authentic, others imagined.
Features 05 January 2017

Scotch whisky distilleries to open in 2017

Scotland is set to welcome seven new distilleries in 2017, plus the relaunch of an old favourite.
Ask the professor 04 January 2017

Why is Scotch whisky bottled at 40% abv?

Unpicking the political and historical reasons for Scotch’s minimum alcoholic strength.
Features 02 January 2017

Whisky wishes: Scotch trends in 2017

Experts share their hopes and predictions for Scotch whisky trends in 2017.
Features 24 December 2016

The Christmas Whisky Quiz 2016

Grab a mince pie and a dram, and test your whisky knowledge with our festive quiz.
Culture 22 December 2016

Gordon Buchanan: wildlife, whisky and me

Scotch has served the cameraman well as he travels the world in search of natural wonders.
Features 21 December 2016

Memorable Christmas whisky moments

Scotch whisky personalities share their memories of how whisky has come to shape their Christmas.
Features 15 December 2016

How to hygge with Scotch whisky

‘Hygge’ is the buzzword of 2016. But what exactly does it mean? And can you do it with Scotch?
The whisky virgin 12 December 2016

Deciphering age statements, NAS and vintages

How old’s that whisky? Does it matter? Numbers have got the Whisky Virgin’s head in a spin.
Features 06 December 2016

A Christmas whisky gift guide with a twist

Let us help you find the perfect present for the whisky lovers in your life this Christmas.
Culture 05 December 2016

The Monarch of the Glen: a Scottish icon

As campaigners battle to keep Landseer’s painting in Scotland, we delve into its history.
Food 30 November 2016

St Andrew’s Day food and whisky pairings

All the recipes and whisky advice you could possibly need to host your own St Andrew’s Day feast.
Cocktails 24 November 2016

The Debonair revisited

This ’90s Scotch whisky cocktail is given a 21st-century revamp with a new recipe and name.
Food 23 November 2016

Choosing the right whiskies for Thanksgiving

Use our flavour-by-flavour guide to help Scotch find a place at the Thanksgiving table.
Food 22 November 2016

Food and whisky inspired by the sea

Signe Johansen demonstrates how seaside cooking and drinking can be enjoyed all year round.
The whisky virgin 10 November 2016

Puzzled by whisky casks

There’s considerable confusion surrounding cask types, as the Whisky Virgin discovers this week.
Ask the professor 08 November 2016

How does a solera mature whisky?

Who better to disentangle the complex concept of solera systems than our resident Whisky Professor?
Features 03 November 2016

Best Bonfire Night whiskies

We asked the experts which whiskies they’ll be sipping to ‘remember, remember the 5th of November’.
Features 01 November 2016

Scotch-loving US Presidents

Charting the ‘special relationship’ between the White House and whisky as the latest election looms.
Features 31 October 2016

Spooky Scotch ghost stories

From disturbed leylines to headless horsemen, distilleries have seen plenty of ghostly goings-on.
Cocktails 27 October 2016

Dead Rabbit: Scotch at the World’s Best Bar

It may be an Irish pub in New York, but what does the World’s Best Bar have to offer Scotch fans?
Cocktails 26 October 2016

Autumn whisky cocktails

As the temperature drops and the wind blows, whisky shines in a range of seasonal drinks recipes.
Food 25 October 2016

Autumn... a feast for the eyes

Slow-cooked stews and fruity crumbles, made all the better by pairing with the perfect whisky.
Features 24 October 2016

An autumn harvest of whisky

Fill your glasses with cask-driven whiskies, overflowing with fruits, wood character and memories.
Ask the professor 19 October 2016

How do Sherry casks flavour whisky?

Sherry and Scotch is a complex topic, but the Whisky Professor is on hand to explain all.
Food 04 October 2016

Beef, whisky and Himalayan salt

Fiona Beckett caught up with Peter Hannan, award-winning butcher and meat supplier extraordinaire.
Features 28 September 2016

A White Horse retrospective

How much do blended Scotches change over the decades? A rare tasting sheds light on the subject.
Features 27 September 2016

Wild Turkey comes to Glen Grant

Eddie Russell’s first visit to a Scotch whisky distillery in the company of Dennis Malcolm.
Features 26 September 2016

The laws of Scotch: labelling

What separates malts from blends? How must this be worded on packaging? Dave Broom has the answers.
The whisky virgin 22 September 2016

Why is there chocolate with my whisky?

There’s a new Whisky Virgin in town – and they’re baffled by this classic confectionary combination.
Features 14 September 2016

The laws of Scotch: distillation and casks

Scotch must be distilled to a certain abv strength and matured in particular sized casks – but why?
Features 07 September 2016

Deconstructing the laws of Scotch: basics

Let’s not forget the rules regulating the Scotch whisky industry, says Dave Broom.
Ask the professor 25 August 2016

Pesticides: should Scotch fans be concerned?

Here's the Whisky Professor to dispel any concerns over malting barley and agrochemicals.
Cocktails 24 August 2016

Whisky Cobbler

Turn down the abv but up the flavour with these Scotch whisky takes on the classic Cobbler.
Features 11 August 2016

‘No doubt’ barley variety affects whisky

Barley variety’s effect on flavour is a hot topic, but Bruichladdich believes there are variations.
Features 09 August 2016

Tasting panels: do you have what it takes?

A flair for noticing nuances in whisky samples is vital to being a tasting panellist.
Features 08 August 2016

Why were cult whisky distilleries closed?

It’s often not until a distillery’s demise that its worth is fully appreciated, says Dave Broom.
Ask the professor 02 August 2016

Is there such a thing as corked whisky?

Most people have tasted corked wine at some point – but can the same unpleasantness affect whisky?
Features 28 July 2016

Does music modify the taste of whisky?

Glenrothes is conducting an experiment to determine whether music affects how people taste whisky.
Features 25 July 2016

Articulating whisky aromas

Could the creation of a shared ‘flavour language’ help us communicate what we smell?
Features 22 July 2016

The mysteries of cask finishing

Secondary maturation in Scotch whisky is a recent, but nonetheless fascinating, phenomenon.
Features 22 July 2016

Talking rot: deciphering rancio in whisky

What is rancio? And does it occur not only in old Cognac, but also in long-matured Scotch whisky?
Cocktails 20 July 2016

Summer whisky cocktails

Ryan Chetiyawardana serves up a tempting selection of cocktails suited to warmer days and nights.
Food 19 July 2016

Summer dining: the best whisky pairings

Summer is all about cooking outdoors, from barbecues and picnics to terrace drinking and dining.
Features 18 July 2016

A Scotch summer selection

Dave Broom has hand-picked a selection of Scotch whiskies to perfectly match the warmer weather.
Features 14 July 2016

Decoding the language of whisky tasting

Dave Broom endeavours to make sense of the factors affecting how we nose and taste whisky.
Features 07 July 2016

Japanese grain innovation and Scotch

Dave Broom travelled to Japan to explore how distillers are driving innovation in grain whisky.
Cocktails 04 July 2016

Morning Glory Fizz

Naren Young illustrates the often overlooked versatility of the humble Fizz cocktail.
Culture 29 June 2016

Eddie Izzard is Captain Waggett

The comedian, satirist and ultra-marathon runner takes on a more serious role in Whisky Galore!
Culture 29 June 2016

Whisky Galore! re-imagined

A new adaptation of Whisky Galore! deserves the iconic status of the original, says Charles MacLean.
Cocktails 27 June 2016

The Japanese approach to mixing Scotch

Takayuki Suzuki talks to Dave Broom about the challenges of making cocktails with Scotch whisky.
Features 22 June 2016

How are Scotch whisky bottles redesigned?

The fine art of redesigning your product has to balance innovation with respect for heritage.
Ask the professor 21 June 2016

Why are whisky stills made from copper?

A burnished copper pot still may have powerful visual appeal, but what are its practical advantages?
Features 16 June 2016

Drams with dad: Father’s Day whisky memories

Time to celebrate dads everywhere, and to share a glass of his favourite whisky with the old man.
Features 15 June 2016

How to design a new Scotch whisky bottle

Coming up with a new design for a Scotch whisky bottle is a long, complex and painstaking business.
Features 14 June 2016

Bacteria: the key to distillery character?

Dave Broom seeks answers to one of Scotch whisky’s most complex and enigmatic questions.
Features 06 June 2016

The science of tasting whisky

Deciphering the complex code of the brain and the senses as they assess and evaluate every glass.
Features 25 May 2016

Bruichladdich: 15 years on

Can the maverick Islay distillery maintain its independence after acquisition by Rémy Cointreau?
Culture 23 May 2016

Chris Cusiter: swapping rugby for whisky

The former Scottish international scrum-half talks about his new-found passion for Scotch.
Features 18 May 2016

Phenol fables: peat’s secrets uncovered

Dave Broom explores how peat is cut and burned, and busts myths surrounding PPM and peaty water.
Features 17 May 2016

Peat terroir and its impact on whisky

In the run-up to this year’s Feis Ile (20-28 May), Dave Broom explores the impact of peat terroir.
Ask the professor 16 May 2016

Are wooden washbacks better than steel?

The whisky industry is divided in its use of stainless steel and wooden washbacks. Which is best?
Features 12 May 2016

On the rocks: drinking whisky with ice

The whys and wherefores of adding ice to your whisky. It’s more complicated than you might think…
The whisky virgin 09 May 2016

Luxury, transparency and sacrifice

Compass Box’s controversial bottling gets the Virgin treatment, with the aid of a sweary friend.
Culture 05 May 2016

The rich history of the Scottish pub

Sex and shebeens; temperance and meths. Charting the Scottish pub’s 300-plus years of history.
Food 26 April 2016

The wonders of citrus fruit and whisky

Citrus fruit is more than a whisky tasting note – consider these sweet and sour recipes with a dram.
Features 20 April 2016

Perth: the rise and fall of a whisky city

Edrington’s move to Glasgow brings to an end The Fair City’s long-standing association with Scotch.
Features 19 April 2016

The Guinness/Distillers saga: The Aftermath

After scandal, revival: how United Distillers helped to mould today’s Scotch whisky industry.
Features 18 April 2016

The Guinness/Distillers saga: The Deal

The compelling tale of one of the most infamous episodes in British corporate history – 30 years on.
Features 11 April 2016

Lone Wolf: Brewdog’s spirits venture

A hefty dose of experimentation characterises the brewer’s foray into spirits production.
Cocktails 06 April 2016

Spring whisky cocktails

The last of our spring-themed features – and an indispensable guide to seasonal whisky mixing.
Food 05 April 2016

Spring flavours: food and whisky

In food terms, spring offers invigorating, fragrant flavours as nature revives and revitalises.
Features 04 April 2016

Whisky’s Spring Collection

As part of our selection of seasonal features, Dave Broom picks the perfect drams for springtime.
Features 31 March 2016

Does barley variety affect whisky flavour?

A bid to answer one of Scotch whisky’s most contentious questions – by enlisting some expert help.
Culture 30 March 2016

Alexander McCall Smith

Celebrating the ever-popular author, seen through the eyes of his great friend, Charles MacLean.
Cocktails 24 March 2016

King Louie the 4th

Gaz Regan discovers a regal-sounding creation inspired by New Orleans classic, the Vieux Carré.
Ask the professor 23 March 2016

Does triple distillation make smooth whisky?

The Whisky Professor tackles triple distillation in answer to another reader question.
Features 17 March 2016

Are whisky decanters making a comeback?

Delving into the history of the whisky decanter. Could it be set for a 21st-century renaissance?
Features 16 March 2016

Irish whiskey’s Scottish connection

Dave Broom picks apart Scotch and Irish whiskey’s close relationship in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
Food 14 March 2016

Interview: Michel Roux Jr talks whisky

The celebrity chef reveals his burgeoning passion for Scotch and plans to launch his own whisky.
The whisky virgin 10 March 2016

No country for old Scotch

Why the macho charms of Scratched Cask and Hard Fired have got the Whisky Virgin’s juices flowing.
Food 09 March 2016

Barley: ripe for revival?

Not just for malt whisky: why the humble barley grain could be the next big thing in food circles.
Features 02 March 2016

What makes Lagavulin special?

A deconstruction of the unique charms of this much-loved Islay distillery, now 200 years old.
Features 15 February 2016

The multifunctional whisky distillery

From Kirkliston to Ailsa Bay via many detours, the history of the flexible whisky-making facility.
Food 11 February 2016

The fine art of maturing cheese

Fiona Beckett meets Rhuaridh Buchanan, affineur and supplier of cheese to London’s top restaurants.
Features 10 February 2016

How to store Scotch whisky

Plenty of tips here on how to keep that much-prized Scotch whisky collection in perfect condition.
Features 05 February 2016

The true story behind Whisky Galore!

This factual tale of shipwreck and ‘salvage’ is even more remarkable than the fictional version.
Cocktails 03 February 2016

The Whisky Sour

Dissecting the wonderful simplicity of what might just be the world’s most beloved whisky cocktail.
The whisky virgin 02 February 2016

Some better uses for whisky stones

The Virgin won’t be daunted by an apparently useless gift. All you need is a little imagination…
Features 21 January 2016

The perfect Burns Supper

Haggis, for sure, but what else is needed for the festivities on 25 January? Find out here.
Features 21 January 2016

Scottish toasts: the whisky industry’s picks

Scotch whisky personalities choose their favourite Scottish toasts with which to raise a dram.
Ask the professor 18 January 2016

The importance of water

Analysing the vital – but often misunderstood – role that water plays in the making of whisky.
Cocktails 14 January 2016

Getting eighty-sixed

Gaz Regan recalls the day he was ‘asked to leave’ a bar – and the drink at the centre of the tale.
Food 07 January 2016

Spicing up winter

Cold weather calls for hearty dishes – and a pinch of the right spice can make all the difference.
The whisky virgin 04 January 2016

Invitation to a picnic

The Whisky Virgin longs for a naked picnic staring deep into Jim Murray's inviting, golden eyes.
Features 25 December 2015

Christmas quiz: Test your whisky knowledge

How much do you really know about Scotch whisky?
Ask the professor 24 December 2015

Whisky and maturity: why three years?

Scotch whisky must be at least three years old – but why? War, in part, provides the answer.
Features 22 December 2015

A brief history of drinking vessels

From quaich to tumbler to specialist tasting glass, this area of whisky has never stopped evolving.
Features 17 December 2015

How to gift wrap a bottle of whisky

The trickiest gift to wrap is a bottle of whisky or wine, but with a little flair it needn’t be.
Cocktails 11 December 2015

Winter whisky drinks

An appetising array of blood-warming, fortifying cocktails designed to keep out the winter chills.
The whisky virgin 07 December 2015

Jack of None, Master of All

As a surfeit of Masters grips the Scotch whisky industry, the Virgin ponders what comes next.
Features 01 December 2015

Alternative Christmas whisky gift ideas

Go one better than a bottle of Scotch and give an alternative Christmas whisky gift this year.
Features 25 November 2015

Adding water to whisky

The whys and wherefores of diluting your dram: when to add water, how much and why.
The whisky virgin 04 November 2015

Failed by Hunter S Thompson

Our innocent Whisky Virgin has fallen in love at last – but, sadly, all is not sweetness and light.
Features 03 November 2015

Scotch whisky start-ups

New distilleries are expensive – and you can’t sell a bottle for years. How do you survive the wait?
Features 27 October 2015

The battle against fake Scotch

Glen Highland whisky, anyone? Unveiling some of the world’s most notorious fake Scotch products.
Ask the professor 21 October 2015

The Mortlach Conundrum

Dissecting Mortlach: the Whisky Prof explains the facts behind a spirit distilled 2.81 times.
Features 20 October 2015

The hedonistic charm of the world’s top bars

What qualities have we come to expect from the world’s best bars? Becky Paskin investigates.
Cocktails 15 October 2015

Autumn Scotch Cocktails

Scotch has the fruit, oak and smoke to create the perfect seasonal serves for this time of year.
Food 12 October 2015

Mushrooms and truffles

From Morels to Chanterelles, mushrooms offer a quintessentially autumnal touch to the table.
The whisky virgin 06 October 2015

A Touch of the Maldives

Golf, shellfish and exfoliation all feature during the Virgin’s idyllic island getaway.
Ask the professor 23 September 2015

Does caramel affect flavour?

Caramel in whisky: why is it there, what does it do and does it matter? The Whisky Prof on E150a.
Features 17 September 2015

DIY whisky

One man’s journey through the complex and endlessly fascinating pathways of home whisky-making.
Cocktails 11 September 2015

Remember the Maine

A traditionally rye-based cocktail – but one which can be adapted for a Scotch-loving audience.
The whisky virgin 09 September 2015

The Marshall Plan

A little tough love provokes a surprising reaction from the normally pliable Whisky Virgin.
Food 08 September 2015

Savouring salt

Salt: currency, source of conflict, pre-requisite for human life. And every cook’s best friend.
Features 03 September 2015

What's in a hangover?

Great night, painful morning: what the hell is going on in your head when the pleasure recedes?
Ask the professor 24 August 2015

How do worm tubs create sulphur notes?

There’s more to flavour than lyne arms and oak: the Whisky Professor talks sulphur and condensing.
Cocktails 14 August 2015

Blood and Sand

An alluring name, a fabulous colour and – most importantly – a great-tasting drink.
The whisky virgin 09 August 2015

Four Colours Macallan

From Speyside to Homebase, the delights and limitations of malt whisky’s journey into colour.
Features 08 August 2015

Palates: Men vs women

Are women really better at tasting than men? If so, why? An examination of whisky and gender.
Ask the professor 03 August 2015

Why is single malt made from barley?

Single malt whisky is exclusively made from barley – but why? The Whisky Professor responds.
Food 03 August 2015

Foraging for seafood

This summer, leave the sunbed behind in favour of a net, a rake and some seafood foraging tips.
Cocktails 10 July 2015

Whisky Highball

The timeless whisky and soda receives a 21st century makeover to make its flavours shine.
The whisky virgin 09 July 2015

A novice's first encounter

Our amateur Whisky Virgin is introduced to Scotch through a formative Islay experience.
Food 07 July 2015

The Whisky Chocolatier

Chocolatier Matthieu de Gottal loves whisky – yielding an award-winning fusion of spirit and cocoa.

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Whisky heroes 03 October 2019

The Cumming family, Cardhu

The saga of the family who went from illegal distillers to pillars of the whisky establishment.
Whisky heroes 12 September 2019

Paddy O’Flaherty, Paddy Irish whiskey

How a flamboyant entrepreneur popularised the eponymous Irish whiskey by selling bar-to-bar.
Famous whisky drinkers 22 August 2019

Rip Torn

The versatile actor was famed for a series of drink-fuelled hellraising antics off-screen.
Whisky heroes 15 August 2019

Scotch Watch: the Ballantine’s geese

The feathered security guards protected maturing whisky stocks for more than 50 years.
Interviews 15 July 2019

Jim Beveridge OBE, Johnnie Walker

Meeting the modest, self-effacing team player who makes the world’s best-selling whisky.
Famous whisky drinkers 12 June 2019

Jessica Jones

Marvel’s hard-drinking noir hero shot to fame in her own critically-acclaimed Netflix series.
Whisky heroes 10 June 2019

John Crabbie

The whisky merchant that left an indelible mark on Edinburgh is enjoying a modern revival.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 May 2019

Moominpappa

Tove Jansson’s much-loved creation, father of Moomintroll, is a lover of fine old whisky.
Interviews 16 May 2019

Fred Laing, Douglas Laing & Co.

The chairman of Douglas Laing & Co. on blended malts, family ties and Clutha distillery.
Whisky heroes 09 May 2019

Wallace and Jack Milroy, Milroy’s of Soho

The single malt pioneers supplied politicians and celebrities from their famed London store.
Interviews 23 April 2019

Leonard Russell, Ian Macleod Distillers

IMD’s managing director on rebuilding Rosebank and taking calculated risks.
Famous whisky drinkers 15 April 2019

Bob Harris, Lost in Translation

Bill Murray’s jet-lagged and jaded movie star remains his most celebrated film role.
Whisky heroes 21 March 2019

Sam Bronfman, Seagram

The story of the flawed business genius who transformed the way the world sells liquor.
Famous whisky drinkers 07 March 2019

Robert Palmer

The soulful singer was famous for his love of single malt, sharp suits and cigarettes.
Interviews 06 March 2019

Billy Leighton, Irish Distillers

The master blender welcomes Ireland’s whiskey renaissance, but with an eye to the past.
Famous whisky drinkers 06 February 2019

Ron Burgundy

Great Odin’s raven! To the original Anchorman, ‘Scotchy Scotch Scotch’ is kind of a big deal.
Famous whisky drinkers 21 January 2019

Frank Sinatra

America’s most loved singer had a colourful off-stage life, with Jack Daniel’s to the fore.
Whisky heroes 09 January 2019

Pip Hills, Scotch Malt Whisky Society

A defining whisky experience led Hills to create the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
Famous whisky drinkers 18 December 2018

Captain Haddock

Tintin’s most loyal companion loves a drop or two of Scotch – particularly Loch Lomond.
Whisky heroes 11 December 2018

Dr James Crow

The Scottish chemist is believed to be the pioneer of Bourbon’s sour mash process.
Interviews 03 December 2018

Sandy Hyslop, Chivas Brothers

The maker of Chivas Regal and Ballantine’s says blends – and malts – are often misunderstood.
Whisky heroes 12 November 2018

John Jameson

The founder of the Irish whiskey dynasty was a Presbyterian born in Alloa, Scotland.
Whisky heroes 17 October 2018

Harold Currie, Isle of Arran

'Hal' Currie brought distilling back to the Isle of Arran after more than 150 years.
Famous whisky drinkers 18 September 2018

David Daiches

The academic and cultural commentator was also an influential writer about Scotch whisky.
Whisky heroes 11 September 2018

Aeneas Coffey

The Irishman’s work on continuous distillation transformed the world of Scotch whisky.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 August 2018

James Robertson Justice

The actor loved whisky so much he claimed to have been born ‘under a distillery in Skye’.
Whisky heroes 13 August 2018

Neil M Gunn

The leading Scottish literary figure was an exciseman before his writing career took off.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 July 2018

Brian Close

Scotch played a part in Close developing a reputation as the ‘bravest’ man in cricket.
Interviews 12 July 2018

Giorgio D’Ambrosio, Bar Metrò

One of Italy’s Scotch whisky pioneers, and the man behind Milan’s legendary Bar Metrò.
Whisky heroes 11 July 2018

The Forbes family of Ferintosh

The family behind Ferintosh, Scotland’s oldest distillery and a vast operation at its peak.
Famous whisky drinkers 04 July 2018

Babe Ruth

The baseball legend was famed for his home runs – and his formidable off-field appetites.
Whisky heroes 19 June 2018

John Ramsay, Port Ellen

The man who owned five Islay distilleries, who was also a great agricultural moderniser.
Famous whisky drinkers 13 June 2018

Dashiell Hammett

Scotch featured heavily in the crime author’s works, including The Maltese Falcon and Red Harvest.
Famous whisky drinkers 16 May 2018

Robert Mitchum

The story of one of the great actors of Hollywood’s golden age – and his love of Scotch.
Whisky heroes 07 May 2018

Robert Armour, Campbeltown

The story of one of the 19th century’s great black-market whisky still manufacturers.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 April 2018

Sid James

The Carry On… actor loved Scotch so much he’d insist on bringing a case on-set with him.
Famous whisky drinkers 12 April 2018

Dorothy Parker

The American writer and poet had a lasting, but devastating, love for Scotch whisky.
Whisky heroes 27 March 2018

Jimmy Barclay, Ballantine’s and Chivas Regal

From Prohibition to the 1950s, the life of one of Scotch whisky’s greatest entrepreneurs.
Whisky heroes 07 March 2018

‘Miss Babs’ Robertson, Edrington

The story of the woman whose astuteness helped create one of Scotch whisky’s strongest businesses.
Famous whisky drinkers 15 February 2018

Katharine Hepburn

The four-time Oscar winner had a long and distinguished career – and a love for Famous Grouse.
Interviews 13 February 2018

Brian Nation, Irish Distillers

The Midleton master distiller talks serendipity, single pot still and experimentation.
Whisky heroes 23 January 2018

Hamish Scott, Ardbeg

He was the man behind the distillery’s cult 1960s and 1970s bottlings – but how did he do it?
Famous whisky drinkers 21 December 2017

Princess Margaret

Recalling the Queen’s late sister, a controversial figure noted for her love of The Famous Grouse.
Famous whisky drinkers 21 November 2017

Truman Capote

The author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s was a supremely talented writer with a penchant for J&B Rare.
Whisky heroes 02 November 2017

Biawa Makalaga, Glen Grant

The story of the African orphan who became a famous figure in the Speyside town of Rothes.
Whisky heroes 03 October 2017

William Delmé-Evans

The story of the post-war distillery architect who built Tullibardine, Jura and Glenallachie.
Interviews 28 September 2017

David Stewart MBE, Balvenie

The malt master and a pioneer of double cask maturation reflects on his career.
Famous whisky drinkers 04 September 2017

Anthony Burgess

The author of A Clockwork Orange was almost as prolific with whisky and he was with the pen.
Whisky heroes 30 August 2017

Alfred Barnard

The little-known story of the man who wrote one of Scotch whisky’s most important books.
Interviews 29 August 2017

Richard Paterson, Dalmore

Dalmore’s eccentric master blender reflects on a lifetime of devotion to whisky.
Famous whisky drinkers 21 August 2017

Christopher Hitchens

The English-born journalist and polemicist loved controversy, and Johnnie Walker Black Label.
Whisky heroes 10 August 2017

‘Long John’ McDonald, Ben Nevis

As a man, he was a ‘happy Hercules’ – and, as a distiller, a larger-than-life self-promoter.
Whisky heroes 04 July 2017

Colin Hay, Ardbeg

The compelling story of the man who rescued the Islay distillery and brought it into prosperity.
Famous whisky drinkers 19 June 2017

Jackie Gleason

America’s first great TV star sure loved his food, cigarettes and, of course, Scotch whisky.
Whisky heroes 07 June 2017

Andrew and John Usher

The brothers created one of the world’s most successful blended whiskies, Old Vatted Glenlivet.
Famous whisky drinkers 16 May 2017

Dean Martin

The Rat Pack reveller was known for his friendly, ‘drunky’ performances and fondness for J&B Rare.
Whisky heroes 20 April 2017

Alexander Edward, Craigellachie

Delve into the life of the forgotten hero behind the Craigellachie distillery, hotel and village.
Whisky heroes 11 April 2017

Bill Smith Grant, The Glenlivet

Great-grandson of The Glenlivet founder and survivor of both World Wars.
Famous whisky drinkers 22 March 2017

King James IV

One of Scotland’s greatest monarchs, with a keen interest in warfare, sport – and aqua vitae.
Whisky heroes 14 March 2017

Malcolm Gillespie: ‘Gillespie the Gauger’

The shamed excise officer may be more villain than hero, but it depends on whose side you’re on…
Famous whisky drinkers 28 February 2017

Margaret Thatcher

Britain’s first female Prime Minister, ‘The Iron Lady’, believed in whisky to give you energy.
Whisky heroes 09 February 2017

Ronnie Cox, Berry Bros & Rudd

A career as colourful as his socks, including staring down the barrel of a gun more than once.
Whisky heroes 19 December 2016

Aeneas MacDonald

No, not the exiled Scotsman, but the pseudonymous author of ‘the finest whisky book ever’.
Famous whisky drinkers 28 November 2016

Joe Namath

The controversial American football star had a particular soft spot for Johnnie Walker Red.
Whisky heroes 16 November 2016

Tommy Dewar

The globe-trotting extrovert and born salesman was one of Scotch’s most colourful characters.
Interviews 17 October 2016

Thierry Bénitah, La Maison du Whisky

As the retailer celebrates 60 years, LMDW’s CEO explains why whisky is more than just a business.
Whisky heroes 20 September 2016

John Ross

The William Grant distiller on his successes, failures and balancing innovation with brand identity.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 August 2016

Humphrey Bogart

The film star was always three drinks ahead, whether it be with a Scotch or a Martini in hand.
Whisky heroes 23 August 2016

James Buchanan

The ‘Whisky Baron’ overcame ill-health to create some of Scotch’s most successful blends.
Interviews 04 August 2016

James Espey, The Last Drop Distillers

Brands, marketing and much more from the driving force behind the Classic Malts and Blue Label.
Famous whisky drinkers 11 July 2016

Sir Winston Churchill

Be it with breakfast, lunch or dinner, Sir Winston Churchill’s affection for Scotch was no secret.
Famous whisky drinkers 23 June 2016

Sir Kingsley Amis

The sharp-tongued novelist was critical about alcoholic beverages, but passionate about Scotch.
Whisky heroes 24 May 2016

Bessie Williamson, Laphroaig

First lady of Laphroaig and much-loved on Islay, Bessie proved Scotch was not just a man’s world.
Famous whisky drinkers 25 April 2016

David Niven

The actor, author and raconteur counted Scotch as a constant companion in his colourful life.
Interviews 21 April 2016

Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich

Glenfiddich’s malt master on chemistry, SPPM and being a world bagpiping champion.
Whisky heroes 29 March 2016

Captain William Fraser

Was the founder of Royal Brackla distillery really as arrogant and spiteful as we’re led to believe?
Whisky heroes 18 February 2016

William Grant

The life of the determined creator of Glenfiddich, Balvenie and Scotch’s biggest family business.
Interviews 04 February 2016

Dr Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie

Glenmorangie’s restless experimenter on innovation, LVMH and creating a new whisky in 24 hours.
Whisky heroes 27 January 2016

The Incredible Captain Barclay

The man who founded Glenury Royal distillery – and who famously walked 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours.
Famous whisky drinkers 25 January 2016

Robert Burns

Peasant, bard or a bit of both? Reconciling the contradictions surrounding Scotland’s national poet.
Famous whisky drinkers 13 January 2016

Compton Mackenzie

The Whisky Galore author was also a wartime spy for MI6 and a lover of classical music and cats.
Whisky heroes 21 December 2015

Hugh Munro: The Blind Captain

War, women and whisky: the story of Hugh Munro, early 19th-century Laird of Teaninich, has it all.
Famous whisky drinkers 10 December 2015

Robert Bruce Lockhart

From plots to assassinate Lenin to championing malts over blends, the dramatic story of ‘RBL’.
Whisky heroes 30 November 2015

The Pattison Brothers

Flamboyance, fraud and 500 talking parrots: when boom turned to bust with the ‘Pattison Crash’.
Whisky heroes 10 November 2015

Peter Mackie

From White Horse to Malt Mill, the story of one of the Scotch whisky industry’s true pioneers.
Famous whisky drinkers 20 October 2015

Queen Victoria

Despite her stern demeanour, the not-so-merry monarch was a great lover of Scotch whisky.
Whisky heroes 13 October 2015

Captain Grant of Auchorachan

The saga of ‘Grant of Glenlivat’, the early days of legal distillation – and a fairies’ curse.
Famous whisky drinkers 14 September 2015

Sir Walter Scott

The author of Ivanhoe did more than most to romanticise the Highlands – and Scotch malt whisky.
Whisky heroes 10 September 2015

Charles Doig

The farmworker’s son whose unique vision transformed the landscape of Scotch whisky distilleries.
Whisky heroes 10 August 2015

Joseph Hobbs

The extraordinary story of a man hailed as the ‘Great Gatsby’ of the Scotch whisky world.
Famous whisky drinkers 10 August 2015

James Bond

From Martinis to Macallan (via lager), James Bond's taste in alcohol is as varied as his love life.
Whisky heroes 16 July 2015

John & James Grant

With a focus on single malt and exports, brothers John and James Grant were ahead of their time.
Famous whisky drinkers 13 July 2015

Mark Twain

How a chance encounter aboard a Transatlantic liner made Mark Twain a Scotch whisky aficionado.

Collecting & Investing (34)

Legendary Bottlings 10 October 2019

Laphroaig 1967 Samaroli

This celebrated single malt remains, to many, one of the greatest whiskies ever made.
The collectors 02 September 2019

Derek Mather, Artisan Restaurant

The Wishaw restaurateur owns the ‘world’s only’ complete range of Bruichladdich Valinches.
Legendary Bottlings 06 August 2019

Cadenhead’s ‘tall’ 1960s single malts

These early bottlings from Cadenhead challenge the historic narrative of single malt.
The collectors 02 July 2019

Bihan Yang, Dalmore

The Chinese collector credits Richard Paterson for his love of Dalmore’s single malts.
Legendary Bottlings 27 June 2019

Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s .1 series

The coded labels, originally born out of necessity, have created a cult whisky range.
The collectors 02 May 2019

Sandy Hyslop, Chivas Brothers

The master blender on how his whisky collection has transformed into a record of his career.
The collectors 21 February 2019

Gunnar Nilsson, Sweden

The social side of whisky collecting has had a profound impact on the Swede’s life.
The collectors 29 January 2019

Mark ‘Toshan Man’ Dermul, Auchentoshan

The whisky vlogger on how he ‘collects’ whiskies for others to try as much as for himself.
The collectors 17 December 2018

Philip Storry, Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The London whisky lover calls himself an ‘accidental accumulator’, rather than a collector.
The collectors 19 November 2018

Magnus Fagerström, Sweden

The Swedish whisky collector now prefers to open bottles, rather than let them gather dust.
The collectors 11 October 2018

Valentino Zagatti, The Zagatti Collection

The Italian collector on how he amassed one of the world’s most enviable whisky collections.
The collectors 19 September 2018

Christophe ‘Billy’ Van Gysel

The Belgian electrician who came late to whisky, but indulges his passion to the full.
The collectors 22 August 2018

Helena Hugo, Bredaryds Wärdshus

The Swedish collector turned her hobby into a career, and now runs a whisky bar in Bredaryd.
The collectors 23 July 2018

Mark Davidson, Royal Mile Whiskies

The ‘Jolly Toper’ tells of his love for whisky literature, born in the pre-internet age.
The collectors 14 June 2018

Michael Weng

The German collector loves Speyside, thanks in part to a memorable tasting with Ronnie Cox.
The collectors 18 April 2018

Scott Jackson, Rosebank

The Falkirk native is enchanted by Rosebank distillery, particularly bottlings by SMWS.
The collectors 12 March 2018

Josh Feldman, Prohibition Bourbon

It was whisky’s storied history that turned museum worker Josh Feldman into an avid collector.
The collectors 07 February 2018

Aaron Chan, Club Qing

The Hong Kong bar owner has developed broad tastes, from Hanyu to Laphroaig and Bowmore.
The collectors 03 January 2018

Hans Dillesse, Longmorn

The Dutch artist was lured into collecting by the exuberant fruit of this Speyside single malt.
The collectors 01 November 2017

Andy Simpson, Rare Whisky 101

The rare whisky expert collects ‘anything and everything’ and has a fondness for unique bottles.
The collectors 20 September 2017

Patrick de Schulthess, Strathisla

What started as a hobby turned into a sound investment for this Strathisla-loving Swiss.
The collectors 02 August 2017

Diego Sandrin, Lion's Whisky

A sip of Macallan led one man to build arguably the finest collection of Italian bottlings.
The collectors 26 June 2017

Tomas Karlsson, St Magdalene

An endeavour to taste as many whiskies as possible uncovered a penchant for St Magdalene Scotch.
The collectors 09 May 2017

Reinhard Ellinghaus

A rare look inside the German’s 25-year collection, including a series of 1960s Laphroaigs.
The collectors 04 April 2017

Claive Vidiz, The Whisky Collection

The almost 3,500-strong collection is on public display at Edinburgh’s Scotch Whisky Experience.
The collectors 06 March 2017

Bob Hulsebosch, Glenugie

For nearly two decades, the closed distillery has been a fascination for the Dutchman.
The collectors 07 February 2017

Emmanuel Dron, The Auld Alliance

Inside the Frenchman’s astounding whisky collection, some of which dates back to WWII.
The collectors 09 January 2017

Luc Timmermans, Glenfarclas

A chance encounter with a knowledgeable bartender was the beginning of a life-long love for whisky.
The collectors 17 November 2016

Phil Thompson, Dornoch Castle Hotel

How a memorable Macallan sparked a passion for rare whiskies – especially those of a certain age.
The collectors 15 September 2016

Geert Bero, Ardbeg

What started as a standard whisky tasting ended with a new found fixation collecting rare Ardbegs.
The collectors 26 July 2016

Olivier Humbrecht, Highland Park

The winemaker’s fondness for rare Highland Park bottlings came about during a trip to Italy.
The collectors 08 June 2016

Jon Beach, Port Ellen

Myths, escalating prices and how he was ‘trapped’ into collecting the legendary Islay single malt.
The collectors 03 May 2016

Serge Valentin, Clynelish/Brora

The Whiskyfun man talks through his abiding passion for the enigmatic drams of Clynelish and Brora.
The collectors 17 February 2016

Marcel van Gils, Laphroaig

The life of a Laphroaig lover – and the difficulties of building such a huge collection today.