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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 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 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 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 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 10 August 2015

Whisky Galore!

An occasional series on whisky reminiscences begins with a tale of film, men and 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 17 July 2015

Weegie whisky

Glasgow’s past is inextricably linked with Scotch – but you wouldn’t necessarily know that today.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 04 August 2015

Scotch's future

Geopolitical risk and economic stagnation have hit Scotch’s export numbers. Is America the answer?
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 10 October 2018

Whisky’s road less travelled

The ‘safe’ revamp of Glenrothes represents a lost opportunity, says Richard Woodard.
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 12 November 2015

Peacocks

Thoughts from a Washington DC museum trip on the collision of money and art, patronage and ...
From the editors 04 July 2015

Silo thinking

Jacques Tati, silo thinking and corporate fragmentation: why they matter to Scotch
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 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 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 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 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 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 11 April 2018

Alfred Barnard: the first whisky blogger?

Richard Woodard vents his frustration at the legendary writer’s shortcomings.
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 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 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 22 August 2018

Don’t sacrifice authenticity for innovation

Whisky innovation doesn’t necessitate radical changes, writes Dave Broom.
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 08 July 2015

Mill's Bomb

The mysterious story – and equally mysterious whisky – of one Corporal Mill.
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 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 03 November 2015

Class warfare

Gin, the proletariat and how Scotch whisky’s everyman status is coming under increasing threat.
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 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 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 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 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 08 August 2015

Tales of Tales

Tales of the Cocktail is exhausting, enthralling – and increasingly embracing Scotch whisky.
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 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 17 August 2016

Home thoughts from abroad

Dave Broom ponders the relationship between Sherry and Scotch whisky in sunny Spain.
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 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 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 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 05 June 2019

Whisky never stands still on Islay

Fèis Ìle 2019 reminded Dave Broom that ‘whisky island’ is always changing.
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 October 2015

Laphroaig's spontaneous combustion

The spontaneity of Laphroaig's #OpinionsWelcome campaign is just what Scotch whisky needs.
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 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 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 21 June 2017

Ardbeg, ‘crap whisky’ and serendipity

Greatness sometimes comes from a willingness to make mistakes, says Richard Woodard.
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 09 August 2017

A postcard from Islay

For whisky fans and Hebridean seabirds alike, aromas evoke special memories, discovers Dave Broom.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 13 November 2015

Is Whiskey Union breaking with tradition?

The weirdest element of Whiskey Union is Diageo's departure from convention.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 23 November 2015

Through A Glass, Darkly

Progressing the debate on transparency and Scotch whisky – and discussing what should happen next.
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 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 19 February 2016

Transparency revisited

Compass Box has revealed its hand: transparency’s ‘Third Option’. And now? Over to the industry…
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 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 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 24 October 2016

Cannabis: a threat to Scotch?

With consumer focus shifting to flavour, should Scotch be worried about legalised cannabis?
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 05 December 2018

Texture’s vital role in whisky tasting

Texture should play more prominence when describing whisky, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 23 May 2016

Ballymaloe and the provenance of oak

An innovative Irish whiskey project opens up a new world of traceability and flavour profiles.

News (334)

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 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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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 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 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 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 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 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 10 April 2019

Historic farm distillery excavated

The dig hopes to unearth secrets at a remote Highland whisky distillery dating back to 1825.
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.
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.
In depth 28 January 2016

Russia’s deadly fake whisky

Counterfeit copies of western brands don’t just disappoint consumers – they can kill them.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
In depth 02 March 2018

Jane Walker backlash is a ‘misunderstanding’

The whisky was never designed specifically for women, its producer explains.
In depth 31 May 2017

Is whisky really a recycling villain?

The industry has made great strides in environmental matters, but packaging challenges remain.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
In depth 19 February 2018

Islay’s single malt expansion

The latest moves on ‘Whisky Island’, including new, revived and expanding distilleries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
In depth 24 February 2017

Obituary: Silvano Samaroli (1939-2017)

The revered independent bottler will be remembered as a ‘legend’ of the whisky world.
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?
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
In depth 03 August 2016

Obituary: Evan Cattanach (1935-2016)

From managing Cardhu to his pioneering ambassadorial work, a great Scotch whisky character recalled.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 04 May 2016

Analysing Brown-Forman’s BenRiach buy

Did the Jack Daniel’s owner overpay in spending £285m on BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh?
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.
In depth 18 July 2019

When Bourbon warehouses collapse

Incidents like the recent Jim Beam warehouse fire can have a huge environmental impact.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 07 August 2017

Glenmorangie Astar returns

The distillery’s ‘designer cask’ expression is back on the market with a limited release.
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 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 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 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 20 August 2018

Silent Speyside distillery could reopen

The Scottish government is seeking investment to bring distilling back to Dallas Dhu.
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 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 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 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 13 July 2017

Dalmore unveils 2017 distillery exclusive

Up to 270 bottles of the £200 Dalmore Distillery Exclusive Vintage 2000 are available.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 12 June 2017

Lindores launches mouser-naming competition

The winning entrant will receive membership to the distillery’s preservation society.
Latest news 23 February 2016

Challenges ‘brilliant’ for Scotch – Diageo

Economic and competitive challenges help foster creativity in Scotch whisky, says David Gates.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 10 March 2016

Glenfarclas releases 50-year-old bottling

Limited edition launch marks halfway point in Speyside distillery’s Family Collector Series.
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 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 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 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 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 27 July 2017

Diageo Scotch whisky sales rebound

The resurgence was spearheaded by leading brands such as Johnnie Walker and Lagavulin.
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 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 05 February 2016

Speyside Distillers outlines expansion plans

The Spey whisky producer has outlined expansion plans following a £2.3m funding boost.
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 02 October 2019

Laphroaig whisky honours Bessie Williamson

A travel retail exclusive has been released in honour of the former distillery owner.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 02 November 2018

SMWS Jazz Trio explores cask finishing

Three whiskies heralding from the same cask have been finished in different woods.
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 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 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 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 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 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 18 May 2017

Whisky named as recycling ‘villain’

Mix of materials makes whisky packaging hard to process for reuse, says Recycling Association.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 15 January 2019

Jane Walker returns for Women’s March

The controversial female version of Johnnie Walker is making a return for the #WomensWave.
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 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 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 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 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 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 01 August 2018

Fettercairn relaunches single malt range

The Highland distillery’s new range will include 12- and 50-year-old whiskies.
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 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 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 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 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.
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.
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 08 March 2017

Site secured for £5m Leith distillery

Plans for the Scotch whisky distillery include an adjacent floating bar and restaurant.
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 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 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 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 27 March 2019

Ailsa Bay traces whisky with blockchain tech

The technology enables shoppers to trace the whisky from ‘source to store’.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 13 June 2019

GlenDronach releases Port Wood whisky

The Port-matured whisky is a new limited release from the Highland distillery.
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 December 2016

Macallan collection sells for record $500k

Dubai-based retailer Le Clos breaks own record with latest Macallan Fine & Rare sale.
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 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 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 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 22 June 2016

GlenWyvis nears crowdfunding deadline

First community-owned Scotch whisky distillery enters final crowdfunding push.
Latest news 08 August 2016

Benromach unveils new distillery exclusive

The Forres distillery has launched its second ever distillery exclusive.
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 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 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 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 June 2016

GlenWyvis crowdfunding effort exceeds £2m

GlenWyvis distillery has smashed its initial crowdfunding target by more than £500,000.
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 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 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.
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 11 April 2019

Farm distillery dig makes early finds

Remains of whisky bottles have been unearthed at the 19th-century Blackmiddens distillery.
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 12 April 2016

Edinburgh whisky attraction plans revealed

A new Edinburgh distillery has been designed as a visitor attraction to boost tourism.
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 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 15 March 2018

Bladnoch Bicentennial Release unveiled

The Lowland distillery’s commemorative whisky will retail at £5,000 per bottle.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 21 May 2019

Glenmorangie aids oysters’ return to Europe

The distillery will help European repopulation efforts after funding Dornoch’s DEEP project.
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 16 July 2018

Starward ageing charity whisky at sea

The Australian distillery is maturing a cask of whisky aboard a cruise liner.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 09 August 2019

Rare Karuizawa is auction’s ‘mystery malt’

Elixir Distillers has bottled the ‘deeply complex’ Karuizawa Ambassadors’ Collection for charity.
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 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 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 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 24 November 2017

Laphroaig unveils latest Cairdeas bottling

Laphroaig Cairdeas 15 Year Old is reserved for the Friends of Laphroaig collective.
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 10 October 2018

Brora revival granted planning permission

The distillery’s stillhouse will be entirely dismantled and rebuilt under the plans.
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 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 02 November 2018

Whistlepig distiller Dave Pickerell dies

The renowned American whiskey maker has passed away unexpectedly in San Francisco.
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 28 October 2015

New hybrid glass to ‘transform’ whisky

Can Norlan’s combination of functionality and aesthetics help revolutionise the enjoyment of 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 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 01 March 2016

Lagavulin 8yo bottling marks bicentenary

Famously smoky Islay distillery celebrates 200th birthday with two releases of special expression.
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 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 21 March 2017

Glenrothes 1995 American Oak relaunched

The vintage relaunch comes six years after the 1995 bottling was initially released.
Latest news 18 May 2017

Tamdhu makes birthday archive appeal

Whisky fans are asked to come forward with memories, artefacts and photographs.
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 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 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.
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 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 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 14 June 2018

Higginbottom whisky brand revived

Four single cask bottlings have been released by the whisky maker’s great-great-grandson.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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 02 July 2018

GlenAllachie core range revealed

The line-up of four malts follows Billy Walker’s acquisition of the Speyside distillery.
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 14 May 2019

Laphroaig reveals 2019 Càirdeas edition

The Islay distillery’s annual Friends of Laphroaig whisky is a triple-matured release.
Latest news 17 June 2019

Clynelish renovation plans approved

The local council has green-lighted plans to refurbish the Highland distillery’s visitor centre.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 03 October 2017

Billy Walker spells out Glenallachie plans

The Speyside distillery’s new owner plans to release ‘affordable, premium quality’ malts.
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 27 August 2018

New Glasgow distillery to be named Clutha

Douglas Laing & Co has revealed details of its £10m distillery in Glasgow.
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 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 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 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 24 September 2015

Harris distillery finally springs to life

The Isle of Harris distillery has finally opened following seven years of planning.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 16 November 2017

Aberargie distillery opens in Perthshire

The opening of Aberargie near Perth marks the Morrison family’s return to distilling.
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 19 July 2017

Bladnoch distillery restarts in Lowlands

Distilling has been revived at Bladnoch after an Australian businessman saved the Lowland site.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 20 January 2018

Whisky seized in ‘Prohibition-style’ raids

Armed police raided Canadian whisky bars for selling SMWS whisky ‘illegally’.
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 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 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 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 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 21 May 2019

Balvenie Stories range tells whisky tales

The Speyside distillery’s new single malt collection features three story-inspired whiskies.
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 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 24 July 2018

Mortlach relaunches malts after backlash

The distillery has revised its malts range after drinkers criticised its previous bottlings.
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 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 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 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 28 December 2018

Plans submitted for new Islay distillery

Elixir Distillers’ plans include ‘underground’ warehousing, floor maltings and a rum still.

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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.
Cocktails 02 October 2019

11 Best London Cocktail Week whisky events

From Scotch blending sessions to funky Bourbon BBQ parties, LCW has it all.
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 19 March 2018

Glenugie remembered

With the distillery’s last warehouses set for demolition, we look back at its history.
Cocktails 13 April 2017

Easter Scotch whisky cocktails

These cocktails from the world’s best bartenders are sure to enhance your Easter weekend.
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.
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.
Culture 10 January 2017

Scotch whisky at the movies

Many a dram has made an appearance on the silver screen – some authentic, others imagined.
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.
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 19 October 2017

How chefs pair food with whisky

Leading British chefs and their sommeliers share their food and whisky matching secrets.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 12 January 2017

The Rusty Nail

It’s about time the Rusty Nail cocktail had its day in the sun, says Naren Young.
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 24 July 2018

Eight whisky cocktails perfect for summer

Beat the heat with these refreshing sunny-day serves recommended by top bartenders.
Culture 04 April 2019

Lindsay Robertson: learning to love whisky

The acclaimed photographer always thought he hated whisky. Until one morning on Islay…
Cocktails 14 August 2015

Blood and Sand

An alluring name, a fabulous colour and – most importantly – a great-tasting drink.
Cocktails 11 December 2015

Winter whisky drinks

An appetising array of blood-warming, fortifying cocktails designed to keep out the winter chills.
Culture 14 December 2017

Four books for whisky lovers

Some recommended whisky-related reading matter for the forthcoming festive period.
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 11 April 2019

The common threads in fashion and whisky

Whisky and fashion collaborations are in season, but are these partnerships more than marketing?
Culture 08 January 2019

Whisky’s perfume connection

The contrasting worlds of whisky and perfume have more in common than you might think.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Food 17 April 2019

The ultimate Easter egg and whisky pairings

Which whisky will you choose to complement your chocolate indulgence this Easter?
Culture 23 May 2016

Chris Cusiter: swapping rugby for whisky

The former Scottish international scrum-half talks about his new-found passion for Scotch.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Food 11 December 2017

Matching whisky with Indian food

The UK’s Indian restaurants are pursuing ever more innovative food and whisky pairings.
Food 04 October 2016

Beef, whisky and Himalayan salt

Fiona Beckett caught up with Peter Hannan, award-winning butcher and meat supplier extraordinaire.
Cocktails 25 January 2017

Burns Night Scotch whisky cocktails

The world’s best bartenders share their top Scotch whisky cocktail recipes for Burns Night.
Food 12 October 2017

Apple recipes for autumn

A seasonal foray through all manner of apple-accented dishes – with a dram on the side.
Culture 30 March 2016

Alexander McCall Smith

Celebrating the ever-popular author, seen through the eyes of his great friend, Charles MacLean.
Food 12 October 2015

Mushrooms and truffles

From Morels to Chanterelles, mushrooms offer a quintessentially autumnal touch to the table.
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 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.
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.
Culture 22 November 2018

How Bourbon makers celebrate Thanksgiving

America’s biggest Bourbon families reveal how whisky plays a role in their Thanksgiving traditions.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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?
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.
Cocktails 04 July 2016

Morning Glory Fizz

Naren Young illustrates the often overlooked versatility of the humble Fizz cocktail.
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.
Cocktails 11 September 2015

Remember the Maine

A traditionally rye-based cocktail – but one which can be adapted for a Scotch-loving audience.
Cocktails 24 November 2016

The Debonair revisited

This ’90s Scotch whisky cocktail is given a 21st-century revamp with a new recipe and name.
Culture 22 January 2019

Whisky books for armchair travellers

Take inspiration from these travel titles for your next whisky adventure.
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.
Cocktails 03 February 2016

The Whisky Sour

Dissecting the wonderful simplicity of what might just be the world’s most beloved whisky cocktail.
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.
Cocktails 24 January 2017

Winter whisky cocktails

Bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana shows how a lick of smoke can enhance whisky cocktails in winter.
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 08 September 2015

Savouring salt

Salt: currency, source of conflict, pre-requisite for human life. And every cook’s best friend.
The whisky virgin 06 October 2015

A Touch of the Maldives

Golf, shellfish and exfoliation all feature during the Virgin’s idyllic island getaway.
Cocktails 30 April 2019

Cocktail Basics: Mint Julep

For over 200 years, the Mint Julep has offered icy refreshment on sweltering summer days.
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.
Cocktails 19 February 2019

Cocktail Basics: Old Fashioned

Despite endless interpretations, the attraction of the Old Fashioned lies in its simplicity.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Food 11 January 2017

The thoroughly modern cheesemakers

The dairy out to revolutionise the humble Cheddar – and the best whiskies to pair with it.
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.
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.
Food 15 August 2017

Taking off: restaurants with whisky flights

UK chefs and sommeliers are increasingly – and successfully – pairing whisky with their menus.
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.
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?
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 03 August 2015

Foraging for seafood

This summer, leave the sunbed behind in favour of a net, a rake and some seafood foraging tips.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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?
Ask the professor 21 October 2015

The Mortlach Conundrum

Dissecting Mortlach: the Whisky Prof explains the facts behind a spirit distilled 2.81 times.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Ask the professor 23 March 2016

Does triple distillation make smooth whisky?

The Whisky Professor tackles triple distillation in answer to another reader question.
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 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.
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 09 July 2015

A novice's first encounter

Our amateur Whisky Virgin is introduced to Scotch through a formative Islay experience.
The whisky virgin 09 September 2015

The Marshall Plan

A little tough love provokes a surprising reaction from the normally pliable Whisky Virgin.
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.
Features 01 August 2019

Are blends moving towards transparency?

Blenders are sharing their whisky secrets – but the reasons behind the move are complex.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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 21 December 2016

Memorable Christmas whisky moments

Scotch whisky personalities share their memories of how whisky has come to shape their Christmas.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The whisky virgin 10 November 2016

Puzzled by whisky casks

There’s considerable confusion surrounding cask types, as the Whisky Virgin discovers this week.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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 05 September 2018

The whiskies inspired by film and television

Discover the whiskies created to promote films, television shows and even video games.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
Features 29 April 2019

A whisky history of Easter Ross

The region’s deep whisky roots encompass the likes of Ferintosh, Dalmore and Balblair.
Features 17 September 2015

DIY whisky

One man’s journey through the complex and endlessly fascinating pathways of home whisky-making.
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.
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.
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 31 July 2018

15 Scotch whisky distilleries making gin

These are the whisky distilleries gaining a reputation for their Scottish gins.
Features 01 November 2016

Scotch-loving US Presidents

Charting the ‘special relationship’ between the White House and whisky as the latest election looms.
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’.
Features 25 May 2016

Bruichladdich: 15 years on

Can the maverick Islay distillery maintain its independence after acquisition by Rémy Cointreau?
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
Features 05 November 2018

Warming autumnal hipflask whiskies

The best whiskies to fill into your hipflask this autumn, according to the experts.
Features 02 October 2018

New Zealand’s craft whisky movement

New Zealand’s craft distillers are determined to establish a distinctively Kiwi whisky style.
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.
Features 18 September 2017

Memories of Michael Jackson

A decade after his death, five leading whisky figures pay tribute to the great writer.
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 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.
Features 20 June 2019

How oats are making a world whisky comeback

Distilleries are rediscovering the unique flavours oats can bring to whisky.
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 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 19 July 2017

Distillery cats: Scotch’s legendary mousers

The feline heroes famed for their mouse-hunting prowess at Scotland’s whisky distilleries.
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 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 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.
Features 07 August 2017

What are whisky’s worst myths and cliches?

Decades of marketing-led mythology have created many outdated Scotch whisky beliefs.
Features 31 October 2016

Spooky Scotch ghost stories

From disturbed leylines to headless horsemen, distilleries have seen plenty of ghostly goings-on.
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.
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 December 2016

The Christmas Whisky Quiz 2016

Grab a mince pie and a dram, and test your whisky knowledge with our festive quiz.
Features 07 September 2016

Deconstructing the laws of Scotch: basics

Let’s not forget the rules regulating the Scotch whisky industry, says Dave Broom.
Features 19 April 2018

Reviving historic whisky brands

Two contrasting projects have plundered the past, resurrecting old names for the 21st century.
Features 02 January 2017

Whisky wishes: Scotch trends in 2017

Experts share their hopes and predictions for Scotch whisky trends in 2017.
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 20 June 2017

Ardbeg: the resurrection

Twenty years on, recalling the night when spirit once again ran from Ardbeg’s stills.
Features 12 July 2017

The fine art of quaich making

The traditional drinking vessel for Scotch whisky is now a medium for artistic expression.
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 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 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.
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 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 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 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?
Features 28 December 2017

Cadenhead’s: 175 Years of History

The long and eventful story of Scotch whisky’s longest-established independent bottler.
Features 25 November 2015

Adding water to whisky

The whys and wherefores of diluting your dram: when to add water, how much and why.
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.
Features 15 March 2017

Torabhaig: countdown to distillery opening

The new Isle of Skye distillery documents key milestones from building work to production.
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.
Features 27 March 2017

Putting whisky waste to good use

More recently developed eco-friendly uses for whisky waste include powering distilleries and cars.
Features 21 May 2018

Gordon & MacPhail: past, present and future

The historic bottler embraces change and continuity, 123 years after it was established.
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.
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.
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 27 May 2019

Islay’s turbulent whisky history

It hasn’t always been plain sailing for distillers on Scotland’s ‘whisky island’.
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.
Features 03 September 2019

Why Scotch distillers are playing with yeast

Scotch whisky makers are snubbing traditionalism and getting experimental with yeast.
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 16 September 2019

Perthshire’s whisky distilling heritage

Tracing the rich history of one of Scotland’s most fertile, and picturesque, whisky regions.
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?
Features 27 October 2015

The battle against fake Scotch

Glen Highland whisky, anyone? Unveiling some of the world’s most notorious fake Scotch products.
Features 27 June 2017

Whisky, women and advertising

The industry has not always succeeded in its attempts to end gender stereotyping in Scotch.
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 23 August 2018

The psychology of whisky collecting

It’s made for drinking, so why have some whiskies now become collectors’ items?
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 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 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 28 November 2017

Get ready for Royal Wedding whisky

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement ignites anticipation for more Royal Wedding 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 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.
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.
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 25 July 2016

Articulating whisky aromas

Could the creation of a shared ‘flavour language’ help us communicate what we smell?
Features 25 January 2018

A brief history of Burns Night

We celebrate it every year, but how did the Burns Night tradition begin?
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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 24 September 2019

Whisky makers rediscover bere barley

The historic crop, grown in Scotland for 1,000-plus years, is being revived by distillers.
Features 23 January 2017

Winter whisky recommendations

We’ve covered spring, summer, autumn, and now Dave Broom shares his top winter whiskies.
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 27 November 2018

Europe’s whisky rye-volution

Rye whisky is no longer a North American specialty, but a worldwide phenomenon.
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 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.
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 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 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 17 May 2017

Glenfarclas The Family Casks: 10 years on

The ambitious series of single cask bottlings now spans six decades from the 1950s.
Features 25 February 2019

The ads that made Macallan

How clever marketing helped transform an obscure single malt into a global powerhouse.
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 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’?
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.
Features 11 April 2016

Lone Wolf: Brewdog’s spirits venture

A hefty dose of experimentation characterises the brewer’s foray into spirits production.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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?
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.
Features 19 September 2019

How is a whisky cask made?

The construction of a humble whisky cask is more complex than you’d think.

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Famous whisky drinkers 21 August 2017

Christopher Hitchens

The English-born journalist and polemicist loved controversy, and Johnnie Walker Black Label.
Whisky heroes 07 May 2018

Robert Armour, Campbeltown

The story of one of the 19th century’s great black-market whisky still manufacturers.
Interviews 15 July 2019

Jim Beveridge OBE, Johnnie Walker

Meeting the modest, self-effacing team player who makes the world’s best-selling whisky.
Interviews 06 March 2019

Billy Leighton, Irish Distillers

The master blender welcomes Ireland’s whiskey renaissance, but with an eye to the past.
Interviews 28 September 2017

David Stewart MBE, Balvenie

The malt master and a pioneer of double cask maturation reflects on his career.
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.
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.
Interviews 23 April 2019

Leonard Russell, Ian Macleod Distillers

IMD’s managing director on rebuilding Rosebank and taking calculated risks.
Interviews 21 April 2016

Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich

Glenfiddich’s malt master on chemistry, SPPM and being a world bagpiping champion.
Interviews 03 December 2018

Sandy Hyslop, Chivas Brothers

The maker of Chivas Regal and Ballantine’s says blends – and malts – are often misunderstood.
Interviews 13 February 2018

Brian Nation, Irish Distillers

The Midleton master distiller talks serendipity, single pot still and experimentation.
Interviews 04 February 2016

Dr Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie

Glenmorangie’s restless experimenter on innovation, LVMH and creating a new whisky in 24 hours.
Interviews 29 August 2017

Richard Paterson, Dalmore

Dalmore’s eccentric master blender reflects on a lifetime of devotion to whisky.
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.
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 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.
Famous whisky drinkers 13 June 2018

Dashiell Hammett

Scotch featured heavily in the crime author’s works, including The Maltese Falcon and Red Harvest.
Whisky heroes 23 August 2016

James Buchanan

The ‘Whisky Baron’ overcame ill-health to create some of Scotch’s most successful blends.
Famous whisky drinkers 12 June 2019

Jessica Jones

Marvel’s hard-drinking noir hero shot to fame in her own critically-acclaimed Netflix series.
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 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 22 August 2019

Rip Torn

The versatile actor was famed for a series of drink-fuelled hellraising antics off-screen.
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.
Famous whisky drinkers 07 March 2019

Robert Palmer

The soulful singer was famous for his love of single malt, sharp suits and cigarettes.
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 21 November 2017

Truman Capote

The author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s was a supremely talented writer with a penchant for J&B Rare.
Famous whisky drinkers 12 April 2018

Dorothy Parker

The American writer and poet had a lasting, but devastating, love for Scotch whisky.
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 18 December 2018

Captain Haddock

Tintin’s most loyal companion loves a drop or two of Scotch – particularly Loch Lomond.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 May 2019

Moominpappa

Tove Jansson’s much-loved creation, father of Moomintroll, is a lover of fine old whisky.
Whisky heroes 11 December 2018

Dr James Crow

The Scottish chemist is believed to be the pioneer of Bourbon’s sour mash process.
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 20 April 2017

Alexander Edward, Craigellachie

Delve into the life of the forgotten hero behind the Craigellachie distillery, hotel and village.
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.
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.
Famous whisky drinkers 25 April 2016

David Niven

The actor, author and raconteur counted Scotch as a constant companion in his colourful life.
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.
Famous whisky drinkers 30 July 2018

Brian Close

Scotch played a part in Close developing a reputation as the ‘bravest’ man in cricket.
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.
Famous whisky drinkers 28 November 2016

Joe Namath

The controversial American football star had a particular soft spot for Johnnie Walker Red.
Famous whisky drinkers 28 February 2017

Margaret Thatcher

Britain’s first female Prime Minister, ‘The Iron Lady’, believed in whisky to give you energy.
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 18 September 2018

David Daiches

The academic and cultural commentator was also an influential writer about Scotch whisky.
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.
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.
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 19 June 2018

John Ramsay, Port Ellen

The man who owned five Islay distilleries, who was also a great agricultural moderniser.
Whisky heroes 09 January 2019

Pip Hills, Scotch Malt Whisky Society

A defining whisky experience led Hills to create the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
Whisky heroes 04 July 2017

Colin Hay, Ardbeg

The compelling story of the man who rescued the Islay distillery and brought it into prosperity.
Whisky heroes 11 September 2018

Aeneas Coffey

The Irishman’s work on continuous distillation transformed the world of Scotch whisky.
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.
Whisky heroes 03 October 2017

William Delmé-Evans

The story of the post-war distillery architect who built Tullibardine, Jura and Glenallachie.
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 11 April 2017

Bill Smith Grant, The Glenlivet

Great-grandson of The Glenlivet founder and survivor of both World Wars.
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 19 December 2016

Aeneas MacDonald

No, not the exiled Scotsman, but the pseudonymous author of ‘the finest whisky book ever’.
Whisky heroes 10 June 2019

John Crabbie

The whisky merchant that left an indelible mark on Edinburgh is enjoying a modern revival.
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.
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.
Whisky heroes 07 June 2017

Andrew and John Usher

The brothers created one of the world’s most successful blended whiskies, Old Vatted Glenlivet.
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 30 August 2017

Alfred Barnard

The little-known story of the man who wrote one of Scotch whisky’s most important books.
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.
Whisky heroes 20 September 2016

John Ross

The William Grant distiller on his successes, failures and balancing innovation with brand identity.
Whisky heroes 15 August 2019

Scotch Watch: the Ballantine’s geese

The feathered security guards protected maturing whisky stocks for more than 50 years.
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.

Collecting & Investing (26)

Legendary Bottlings 06 August 2019

Cadenhead’s ‘tall’ 1960s single malts

These early bottlings from Cadenhead challenge the historic narrative of single malt.
Legendary Bottlings 10 October 2019

Laphroaig 1967 Samaroli

This celebrated single malt remains, to many, one of the greatest whiskies ever made.
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 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 09 May 2017

Reinhard Ellinghaus

A rare look inside the German’s 25-year collection, including a series of 1960s Laphroaigs.
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 20 September 2017

Patrick de Schulthess, Strathisla

What started as a hobby turned into a sound investment for this Strathisla-loving Swiss.
The collectors 14 June 2018

Michael Weng

The German collector loves Speyside, thanks in part to a memorable tasting with Ronnie Cox.
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 February 2016

Marcel van Gils, Laphroaig

The life of a Laphroaig lover – and the difficulties of building such a huge collection today.
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 06 March 2017

Bob Hulsebosch, Glenugie

For nearly two decades, the closed distillery has been a fascination for the Dutchman.
The collectors 02 July 2019

Bihan Yang, Dalmore

The Chinese collector credits Richard Paterson for his love of Dalmore’s single malts.
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 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 08 June 2016

Jon Beach, Port Ellen

Myths, escalating prices and how he was ‘trapped’ into collecting the legendary Islay single malt.
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 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 18 April 2018

Scott Jackson, Rosebank

The Falkirk native is enchanted by Rosebank distillery, particularly bottlings by SMWS.
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 02 September 2019

Derek Mather, Artisan Restaurant

The Wishaw restaurateur owns the ‘world’s only’ complete range of Bruichladdich Valinches.
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 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 07 February 2018

Aaron Chan, Club Qing

The Hong Kong bar owner has developed broad tastes, from Hanyu to Laphroaig and Bowmore.
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 26 July 2016

Olivier Humbrecht, Highland Park

The winemaker’s fondness for rare Highland Park bottlings came about during a trip to Italy.