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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 01 May 2016

Spirit of Speyside: Tasting time

Dave Broom acquires a new t-shirt, and with it a sudden realisation of time passing.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 30 May 2018

The importance of being modest

Whisky is a humble spirit at heart, says Dave Broom – something we should never forget.
From the editors 16 August 2017

Why can’t whisky be like usquebaugh?

Dave Broom wonders why whisky doesn’t embrace the floral flavours found in ancient Scottish spirit.
From the editors 15 August 2018

Recalling Scotch’s usquebaugh roots

Dave Broom reflects on the impact the traditional flavoured spirit has on our whisky today.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 22 March 2016

Gluten-free garbage

Distilled spirits do not contain gluten, so why are some brands allowed to say it, and some aren’t?
From the editors 20 August 2015

Scotch and gin

Gin is hot – and Scottish distillers are cashing in. But the links between the two spirits run deep…
From the editors 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 10 September 2019

The unpredictable world of new distilleries

Large or small, new whisky ventures can be capricious creatures, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 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 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 14 October 2015

Presidential poison

SWA-approved, ‘Scottish-style’ single malt produced in Mount Vernon, Virginia? Surely some mistake…
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 21 June 2017

Ardbeg, ‘crap whisky’ and serendipity

Greatness sometimes comes from a willingness to make mistakes, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 08 January 2018

Why aren’t bartenders excited by Scotch?

Scotch brands and classic cocktails are failing to inspire bartenders, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 03 November 2015

Class warfare

Gin, the proletariat and how Scotch whisky’s everyman status is coming under increasing threat.
From the editors 27 January 2016

The importance of regional styles

While mostly ignored by malt aficionados, whisky regions are still important indicators of flavour.
From the editors 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 20 July 2015

Getting crafty

How should Scotch counter the craft spirits challenge? Beat them? Join them? Or buy them?
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 19 December 2016

Is gin a serious threat to Scotch?

Could gin soon be more popular than Scotch in the UK? Let’s all calm down, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 27 November 2015

Sugar rush

In the race to win over younger consumers, can a spoonful of sugar help the whisky go down?
From the editors 22 November 2017

What can whisky learn from gin?

Originality needn’t depend on ripping up the rulebook, according to Richard Woodard.
From the editors 29 May 2019

The whisky world is changing

If Scotch wants to keep its top perch, it must change with the times, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 22 June 2016

Yumi’s theory of love

If whisky enthusiasts hate on NAS, caramel and grain, it’s only because they really love Scotch.
From the editors 27 February 2019

The genius simplicity of Mark Hollis’ music

Like whisky, the late musician’s music was truly creative in its simplicity, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 16 December 2016

Remembering Wallace Milroy

The knowledge and kindness Wallace Milroy afforded Dave Broom will be a lasting memory.
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 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 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 21 August 2019

Malts must stay rooted in locality

Single malts must stay true to their local identity as they become global brands, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 14 June 2016

Rum, Scotch and the rules of the game

Do you think the regulations governing Scotch whisky are too tough? Be careful what you wish for…
From the editors 24 May 2017

Local doesn’t always mean better

Dave Broom reflects on the focus on local ingredients at the Tokyo International Bar Show.
From the editors 13 November 2015

Is Whiskey Union breaking with tradition?

The weirdest element of Whiskey Union is Diageo's departure from convention.
From the editors 21 March 2017

Scotch, watches and crazy money

It’s glib, glitzy and plain bizarre, but does the £40k whisky watch have a deeper significance?
From the editors 14 December 2016

The Bourbon boom’s boost for Scotch

American whiskey sales are buoyant; blended Scotch sales less so. But there’s a silver lining…
From the editors 08 August 2015

Tales of Tales

Tales of the Cocktail is exhausting, enthralling – and increasingly embracing Scotch whisky.
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 01 July 2015

Sole traders

Independent bottlers: how can they survive and thrive in today's Scotch whisky industry?
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 15 February 2016

Yoiks!

Employing all of the senses to accomplish a full appreciation of whisky’s resonance of place.
From the editors 20 July 2016

Scotchwhisky.com: 10 months on

Dave Broom reflects on the site so far and why you won’t see any ‘PR fluff’ on here any time soon.
From the editors 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 25 April 2017

Whisky belongs to all of us

We are all entitled to whisky regardless of gender, class and power, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 20 September 2017

Raasay distillery: a sense of place

The opening of the Isle of Raasay distillery reminds Dave Broom of the importance of community.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 12 October 2016

Haig Club’s advert is the tonic Scotch needs

The new advert for Haig Club Clubman has the authority and reach to change perceptions of Scotch.
From the editors 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 15 July 2015

Hegemony

How Marxist theory could teach the Scotch whisky industry a lesson on the perils of leadership.
From the editors 25 March 2016

Scrap this whisky show elitism

Whisky shows should be for everyone, not just those who can afford them.
From the editors 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 29 March 2017

The Cognac that thinks it’s a single malt

A new release from Martell in the US says much about the rise and rise of single malt Scotch.
From the editors 09 January 2018

Remembering Carl Reavey (1956-2018)

Dave Broom reflects on the life and legacy of one of whisky’s most lovable characters.
From the editors 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 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 17 August 2016

Home thoughts from abroad

Dave Broom ponders the relationship between Sherry and Scotch whisky in sunny Spain.
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 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 19 February 2016

Transparency revisited

Compass Box has revealed its hand: transparency’s ‘Third Option’. And now? Over to the 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 23 May 2016

Ballymaloe and the provenance of oak

An innovative Irish whiskey project opens up a new world of traceability and flavour profiles.
From the editors 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 29 June 2016

Re-imagining the single malt drinker

Glenfiddich’s Bourbonisation is a risky but crafty plot to lure Bourbon drinkers, says Becky Paskin.
From the editors 24 August 2016

Sense and Sensibility

Listen to ‘expert’ advice but trust your own instincts when tasting whisky, urges Dave Broom.
From the editors 30 January 2017

Canada is a contender in the whisky game

Another high-quality option just made the whisky world that bit more exciting, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 04 July 2018

Every distillery must be unique

A poorly worded press release has Dave Broom considering Scotch whisky’s individuality.
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 26 September 2018

Whisky’s journey began millions of years ago

Deep in the Outer Hebrides, Dave Broom is awe-struck by a reminder of whisky’s ancient foundations.
From the editors 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 17 April 2019

The power of Sherry cask provenance

More attention needs paying to the provenance of Sherry casks, says Dave Broom.
From the editors 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 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 14 August 2019

Whisky innovation depends on drinkers

A recent Instagram post has Dave Broom redefining the success of distillery innovations.
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 18 September 2019

Whisky should be accessible for everyone

A discriminatory Dutch nightclub reminds Becky Paskin why whisky must be more inclusive.
From the editors 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 31 August 2016

Why, why, why on Islay?

There are better places to build a new distillery, reckons Dave Broom. How about Tiree?
From the editors 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 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 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 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 June 2018

What’s the future of whisky?

These are the trends shaping the whisky industry, according to producers, writes Becky Paskin.
From the editors 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 28 June 2017

Rediscovering the wonder of whisky

A centuries-old text reminds Dave Broom of the open-eyed joy that whisky once inspired.
From the editors 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 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 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 30 August 2017

Remembering Michael Jackson 10 years on

A decade after his untimely death, Dave Broom pays tribute to the legendary whisky and beer writer.
From the editors 07 November 2018

Storytelling brings whisky to life

The very best of whisky exists on a ‘higher level of bullshit’, writes Dave Broom.
From the editors 26 October 2015

'Special' releases

What do Lidl’s cut-price whiskies have in common with Diageo’s latest batch of collectors’ items?
From the editors 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 12 September 2016

Last Drop sale shows faith in Scotch

American firms buying Scotch whisky companies proves the category has a bright future ahead of it.
From the editors 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 16 November 2015

A vintage conundrum

An evening immersed in the world of Cognac prompts more thoughts on age and transparency in Scotch.
From the editors 16 March 2016

Whisky is no longer a drink

Whisky has become a commodity to be traded and make a few speculators some money.
From the editors 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 23 January 2019

Remembering Gérard Basset OBE

The great sommelier proved you can combine ambition and drive with humility, says Richard Woodard.
From the editors 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 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 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 08 July 2015

Waxing lyrical

Whisky-scented moustache wax is another attempt by Johnnie Walker to grab the attention of hipsters.
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 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 20 March 2019

Are writers missing whisky’s real stories?

Restaurant critic Jay Rayner gives Dave Broom food for thought on whisky writing.
From the editors 04 August 2015

Scotch's future

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

News (528)

Latest news 04 September 2018

Ncn’ean spirit bridges gin and whisky

The new Ncn’ean Botanical Spirit infuses new make spirit with local botanicals and juniper.
Latest news 22 November 2016

Ardnamurchan spirit attracts ‘wild’ demand

First release from remote west coast distillery is too young to be classified as whisky.
Latest news 13 September 2016

Spencerfield Spirit sold to Ian Macleod

Producer of Sheep Dip whisky and Edinburgh Gin has changed hands for an undisclosed sum.
Latest news 29 June 2017

Kingsbarns 2-year-old spirit drink released

The release comes as the St Andrews distillery waits for its first single malt whisky to mature.
Latest news 20 December 2017

Arbikie readies first rye spirit release

The distillery’s one-off bottling will raise funds for research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Latest news 01 February 2019

Spirit of Speyside reveals 2019 line-up

Over 650 events have been announced as part of the festival’s 20th anniversary celebrations.
Latest news 29 March 2018

Whisky caching returns to Spirit of Speyside

Festival-goers will again hunt for hidden caches of whisky across Speyside this May.
Latest news 21 March 2017

Whisky caching comes to Spirit of Speyside

Visitors can seek out secret stashes of Scotch as whisky taps into the geocaching craze.
Latest news 06 February 2018

Spirit of Speyside 2018 tickets on sale

Visit distilleries usually closed to the public, as well as rare drams at the annual festival.
Latest news 03 May 2019

Spirit of Speyside award winners revealed

The festival recognised four industry veterans for their services to Scotch whisky.
Latest news 24 July 2018

Highland Park range invokes spirit animals

The Orkney distillery’s new travel retail range is inspired by iconic Viking creatures.
Latest news 03 February 2017

Spirit of Speyside events not to be missed

From tours of usually publicly closed distilleries to probing whisky masterclasses and tastings.
Latest news 25 February 2019

Ardbeg Drum celebrates carnival spirit

This year’s Ardbeg Day release is the distillery’s first whisky finished in ex-rum casks.
Latest news 18 April 2017

William Grant acquires Tuthilltown Spirits

The deal marks the Glenfiddich owner’s first move into American craft distilling.
Latest news 28 March 2019

Tobermory spirits mark distillery reopening

The distillery has launched a new flagship whisky and a gin as it prepares to restart production.
Latest news 17 December 2018

Compass Box debuts two ‘stranger’ creations

The new releases include ‘spirit drink’ Stranger & Stranger and blended malt whisky Juveniles.
Latest news 28 May 2019

Whyte & Mackay releases low-abv ‘drink’

The Glasgow blender has introduced Whyte & Mackay Light ‘spirit drink’ at 21.5% abv.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Sweetdram creates ‘first’ whisky amaro

The producer has infused its blend with botanicals for an ‘exciting and different’ spirit.
Latest news 18 May 2016

Inchdairnie distillery opens its doors

The Fife-based plant uses a number of techniques aimed at giving maximum spirit flexibility.
Latest news 15 April 2019

Lindores’ Thabill honours chess tournament

The spirit release highlights the distillery’s unusual 500-year-old chess connection.
Latest news 23 April 2019

Lagg distillery officially begins production

Isle of Arran Distillers’ second venture on the island is now producing a ‘heavily peated’ spirit.
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 06 February 2017

Isle of Skye to host first spirits festival

The inaugural event will take place this summer, offering Scottish whisky, gin, music and food.
Latest news 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 18 July 2017

New Macallan distillery to open next summer

It’s hoped that the £100m-plus plant will produce its first spirit before the end of 2017.
In depth 01 February 2016

How to spot fake spirits in Russia

Getting under the skin of Russia’s vast and potentially lethal black market in counterfeit spirits.
Latest news 27 March 2018

Kingsbarns whisky comes of age

The Fife distillery’s spirit, aged three years on 23 March, is now officially Scotch whisky.
Latest news 04 October 2017

New Glengoyne series honours the Sherry cask

The highland distillery’s new Spirit of Oak collection is a celebration of the Sherry cask.
Latest news 14 May 2019

Ex-Edrington whisky maker joins Ardgowan

Max McFarlane has joined the Lowland distillery to help shape its spirit character.
Latest news 12 April 2019

Ardnahoe whisky distillery opens on Islay

Islay’s ninth distillery is already producing a fruity, oily and heavily-peated spirit.
Latest news 27 June 2018

Jura One For You concludes community series

The 18-year-old single malt completes a three-whisky range celebrating Jura’s community spirit.
Latest news 26 September 2019

Holyrood distillery offers membership scheme

The Edinburgh single malt’s two-tier scheme allows members to monitor its maturing spirit.
Latest news 19 May 2016

Macallan reveals last part of Lalique range

Aged for 65 years and priced at £23,500, ‘Peerless Spirit’ completes The Six Pillars Collection.
Latest news 15 August 2017

Blended malt in Diageo 2017 Special Releases

Collectivum XXVIII features spirit from all 28 of the company’s active malt distilleries.
Latest news 11 April 2019

Compass Box releases whisky-Calvados blend

The Scotch whisky blender’s unconventional new expression celebrates two ‘complementary’ spirits.
Latest news 01 December 2017

Scotch set for a rye revival

Bruichladdich and InchDairnie have run commercial distillations of pot still rye spirits.
Latest news 15 March 2017

‘World’s oldest Scotch’ in new whisky watch

A bottle of Old Vatted Glenlivet 1862 was opened in a project linking rare spirits and watches.
In depth 13 December 2017

Scotch whisky and rye: the challenges

Distillers are coming up with ever more inventive ways of working with this tricky grain.
Latest news 20 January 2016

Mike Keiller joins Last Drop board

Ex-Morrison Bowmore CEO to take charge of financial and corporate strategy at rare spirits business.
Latest news 21 August 2019

Aldi launches Glen Marnoch 25 Year Old

The single malt is released as part of the supermarket’s first Spirits of Scotland Festival.
Latest news 12 July 2017

Last Drop releases 1971 vintage blend

Tenth release from the rare spirits bottler underwent three-part maturation process.
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 26 April 2018

Douglas Laing reveals Glasgow Epicurean

The new bottling has been created by some of Glasgow’s top bartenders and spirits experts.
Latest news 23 April 2018

The Whisky Exchange to open Fitzrovia shop

The spirits retailer is set to open a second London store on Great Portland Street next month.
Latest news 07 May 2019

GlenAllachie unveils new visitor centre

For the first time, visitors can explore the distillery and buy exclusive whiskies.
Latest news 19 August 2016

Distillery namesakes offered festival entry

Speyside’s new Distilled festival is offering free tickets to anyone named after a distillery.
Latest news 06 February 2018

Mysterious ‘Malt Mill’ mini sells for £3,400

The miniature could contain some of the only whisky left from the lost distillery.
Latest news 28 April 2016

Dave Broom named 2016 Speyside Ambassador

Scotchwhisky.com’s chief engineer has been recognised for his contribution to the whisky region.
Latest news 23 November 2017

Clydeside distillery opens in Glasgow

Glasgow’s whisky renaissance takes a step forward with the opening of Clydeside distillery.
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 30 April 2018

SMWS unveils festival-exclusive whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society reveals new Speyside and Islay whiskies to be released next month.
Latest news 29 June 2018

Last Drop releases Glenrothes 1968 ‘twins’

The two single malts are the first Speyside releases from the rare spirits specialist.
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 28 January 2016

Russia’s deadly fake whisky

Counterfeit copies of western brands don’t just disappoint consumers – they can kill them.
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.
In depth 04 May 2016

Analysing Brown-Forman’s BenRiach buy

Did the Jack Daniel’s owner overpay in spending £285m on BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh?
Latest news 19 September 2016

Rare teas to pair with whisky launch in UK

The collection has been designed to be mixed with spirits such as Scotch whisky or sipped neat.
Latest news 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’.
In depth 04 April 2018

GlenAllachie’s new dawn

The Speyside distillery steps into the spotlight with the first whiskies released by its new owners.
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 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 19 February 2018

Islay’s single malt expansion

The latest moves on ‘Whisky Island’, including new, revived and expanding distilleries.
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 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 12 April 2016

Indian whisky: why it matters to Scotch

Diageo’s Indian whisky brands have had their export wings trimmed – but does the deal go far enough?
Latest news 28 July 2016

Scotch leads way in record IWSC year

From Balblair to Kilchoman, Scotland took five trophies and 427 medals in the annual contest.
Latest news 12 June 2018

Speyside opens Aviemore visitor experience

The Snug in Aviemore will host tastings, events and local art away from ‘the secret distillery’.
In depth 17 February 2017

Obituary: Dr Jim Swan (1941-2017)

The ‘ultimate whisky troubleshooter’, he lent his expertise to distilleries all over the world.
In depth 19 June 2019

Scotch whisky’s new rules explained

The range of casks that can be used to age Scotch is now wider – but the rules remain tight.
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 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 11 June 2018

How whisky tourism is transforming Scotch

Soaring growth in whisky tourism is paving the way for a new generation of Scotch distillery.
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 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 27 October 2015

The Bourbonisation of Scotch whisky

Scotch is experiencing an identity crisis. Why would it want to taste like Bourbon?
In depth 13 November 2015

Whiskey Union central to Diageo Scotch plan

Diageo’s experimental Whiskey Union concept is fundamental to the group’s Scotch growth strategy.
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 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 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 07 December 2016

Scotch finds a new path in Korea

As more consumers turn their backs on whisky, distillers are trying a number of fresh ideas.
In depth 26 September 2019

Emeishan and the dawn of Chinese whisky

The inside story of the US$150m distillery, and the remarkable landscape it calls home.
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 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 17 November 2015

The dangerous game of whisky label auctions

The murky waters of auctioning whisky labels is not only unclear, it’s unregulated too.
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.
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 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 02 March 2018

Jane Walker backlash is a ‘misunderstanding’

The whisky was never designed specifically for women, its producer explains.
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 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.
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 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 07 December 2015

Obituary: David Urquhart (1952-2015)

Commemorating the life of a proud son of Moray and one of Scotch whisky’s best-loved characters.
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 14 November 2016

How will minimum pricing impact Scotch?

As popular blends face major price increases, we assess the likely effects of the move.
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 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.
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 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 26 May 2016

Does EU membership benefit Scotch whisky?

Assessing the pros and cons of being part of the European Union for the Scotch whisky industry.
Latest news 26 September 2016

Epicurean bar prepares to open in Edinburgh

The cocktail and spirits menu will highlight how European flavours have influenced Scottish produce.
Latest news 16 July 2018

Starward ageing charity whisky at sea

The Australian distillery is maturing a cask of whisky aboard a cruise liner.
Latest news 27 April 2016

Speyside whisky festival readies for launch

Over 25,000 visitors are expected at Speyside’s annual whisky festival this week.
Latest news 14 January 2016

Colombia confronted in Scotch tax row

The EU is challenging Colombia’s ‘discriminatory’ tax policy that obstructs Scotch whisky growth.
Latest news 18 February 2016

Compass Box launches transparency campaign

Need for legislative change and greater clarity is a ‘no-brainer’, says company founder John Glaser.
Latest news 26 January 2017

New Scotch distilleries seek distillers

Two Scotch distilleries opening this summer are on the lookout for distillers to join their teams.
Latest news 04 September 2017

Benromach Triple Distilled whisky unveiled

The Speyside distillery joins an exclusive group in producing triple distilled Scotch single malt.
Latest news 26 March 2018

Berry Bros launches four blended malts

The Speyside, Islay, Sherry cask and peated cask Scotch whiskies join The Classic Range.
Latest news 29 November 2018

Auction raises over £350k to combat plastic

A selection of ‘exceptional’ whiskies have been sold to raise funds for environmental charities.
Latest news 09 August 2016

Diageo to axe Masters of Whisky programme

The influential US education and mentoring programme will close with the loss of about 40 jobs.
Latest news 27 September 2017

Adelphi adopts Bitcoin tech to battle fakes

New releases will embrace Bitcoin’s blockchain technology in a bid to combat fake whisky.
Latest news 03 December 2015

First Kingsbarns whisky for founding members

Members of the Lowlands distillery’s new Founders’ Club will be first to taste its whisky in 2018.
Latest news 20 April 2017

Diageo to axe 100 jobs over Brexit fears

GMB Scotland claims jobs are under threat at the Johnnie Walker producer’s bottling plants.
Latest news 13 December 2017

Lindores Abbey starts whisky production

The Lowland distillery at Fife’s historic landmark is set to begin its first distillation.
Latest news 14 November 2018

Further charity auction lots revealed

Even more rare and ‘exceptional’ bottles have been added to Whisky.Auction’s charity auction.
Latest news 29 July 2016

Whisky House opens at Singapore Changi

The new DFS store boasts the largest selection of single malts in Asia travel retail.
Latest news 08 March 2017

UK Budget deals ‘major blow’ for Scotch

The total tax paid on an average bottle of Scotch in the UK is set to rise to £10.20.
Latest news 07 October 2019

Kininvie Works unveils experimental whiskies

Kininvie’s first experimental whiskies include a rye, triple-distilled malt and single blend.
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 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 01 August 2019

New Kilchoman still house doubles production

The expansion will help the Islay distillery to experiment with yeast and barley varieties.
Latest news 13 August 2015

Dan Jago joins Berry Bros & Rudd as CEO

Berry Bros & Rudd has appointed Dan Jago, former group wine director at Tesco, as its new CEO.
Latest news 12 October 2017

Scotch whisky sales ‘hit by duty hike’

UK Scotch sales fell by 1m bottles after spring duty rise, says Scotch Whisky Association.
Latest news 29 February 2016

Whiskies paired in ‘food cocktail’ duets

Rare breed Galician beef with your Mortlach? London members’ bar uses Scotch in new ‘duets’ menu.
Latest news 20 March 2017

Lochside 1972 grain is new Last Drop release

Only 106 bottles of the Highland single grain, priced at £2,400 each, will be released.
Latest news 07 January 2016

Macallan Fine & Rare sale makes history

A set of 19 Macallan Fine & Rare bottles has set a record as the most expensive sale in duty free.
Latest news 06 September 2018

Jameson unveils Cold Brew Irish coffee drink

Jameson’s new innovation is designed to appeal to both whisky and coffee fans.
Latest news 12 October 2018

New Macallan Concept explores the ‘unusual’

The first whisky in Macallan’s new duty free series is an exercise in ‘unconventional maturation’.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Lagg distillery unveils trio of exclusives

The whiskies, made at Lagg’s sister site in Lochranza, are all heavily-peated cask-finished malts.
Latest news 01 August 2017

Tullibardine The Murray adopts wine finish

The Highland distillery has finished its latest single malt in Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine casks.
Latest news 29 October 2015

Compass Box transparency breaks EU law

The bottler removed detailed information about two new whiskies after contact from the SWA.
Latest news 25 April 2017

Sheep Dip and Pig’s Nose unveil new designs

The new packaging aims to highlight each blended whisky’s ‘craft credentials’.
Latest news 12 January 2017

Bruichladdich expands transparency move

Detailed information on the make-up of Port Charlotte Scottish Barley is now available online.
Latest news 17 March 2016

Law loophole to allow smaller whisky samples

Moray Council has become the first in the UK to allow smaller pours of whisky samples at tastings.
Latest news 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 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 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 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 27 September 2019

Cotswolds unveils first Peated Cask release

The English whisky distillery will release its new malt matured in ex-Islay quarter casks.
Latest news 20 February 2018

Tomatin releases last of Five Virtues series

The Highland distillery debuts Metal and Water, the final two whiskies in the series.
Latest news 04 April 2018

Glenmorangie launches Grand Vintage 1989

The release is the first from Glenmorangie to be matured in Côte-Rôtie red wine casks.
Latest news 04 April 2019

Loch Lomond returns to Open with new malts

Golfers Colin Montgomerie and Darren Clarke have helped create the two new whiskies.
Latest news 06 April 2016

Diageo and SWA agree Indian whisky changes

Bagpiper exports are halted and McDowell’s labelling is set to change following ‘helpful’ talks.
Latest news 29 April 2019

Gordon & MacPhail releases ‘rare’ Coleburn

The 38-year-old single malt is one of the highlights of the bottler’s Spring Collection.
Latest news 30 May 2019

Bimber distillery launches Founders’ Club

Members can try some of the first whiskies created by the London-based distillery.
Latest news 13 June 2019

Douglas Laing launches XOP The Black Series

The ‘super-premium’ series is an addition to the bottler’s Xtra Old Particular range.
Latest news 26 January 2017

Lindores Whiskyfest makes surprise comeback

Known for its old and rare whiskies, the show will return in November under a new name.
Latest news 01 March 2016

Lagavulin 8yo bottling marks bicentenary

Famously smoky Islay distillery celebrates 200th birthday with two releases of special expression.
Latest news 13 July 2016

Hybrid whisky Huxley launched in Europe

Blend of Scotch, Canadian and American whiskies will be sold initially in Germany and Austria.
Latest news 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 07 June 2017

Distillery Challenge raises £10k for charity

A total of 55 bottles were collected for the raffle during the Great Whisky Distillery Challenge.
Latest news 06 February 2017

Macallan veteran joins Ardgowan distillery

Former Macallan managing director Willie Phillips has been appointed chairman of Ardgowan.
Latest news 19 July 2019

‘Earliest’ whisky still mention found

The 1505 entry in Aberdeen’s Burgh Records mentions a still to make ‘aquavite’ and rosewater.
Latest news 11 September 2019

Kilchoman launches 100% Islay 9th Edition

The 2019 release is said to represent ‘an unbroken chain of creation from barley to bottle.’
Latest news 31 July 2018

Famous Grouse offers budget Port cask blend

This second entry in the whisky’s Cask Series is a Sainsbury’s-only exclusive.
Latest news 08 September 2017

Singleton of Glen Ord 41 Year Old unveiled

The single malt expression becomes the Highland distillery’s oldest release to date.
Latest news 31 May 2016

Speyburn distillery completes £5m expansion

The Rothes distillery has doubled its capacity to meet rising demand for Speyburn single malt.
Latest news 09 December 2016

Distillery go-ahead for Dunrobin Castle

The Sutherland castle’s out buildings will be transformed into a Scotch whisky distillery.
Latest news 17 February 2017

Arran begins work on second distillery

Isle of Arran Distillers has broken ground on Lagg distillery, its second island site.
Latest news 09 May 2018

First Eden Mill bottle breaks auction record

The first whisky to be distilled in St Andrews for nearly 160 years earns £7,100 at auction.
Latest news 20 June 2018

Loch Lomond marks Open deal with new malts

Three whiskies have been launched in partnership with golfers Colin Montgomerie and Paul Lawrie.
Latest news 15 February 2019

Raasay opens single malt pre-orders for 2020

The distillery will ship its inaugural single malt whisky in time for Christmas next year.
Latest news 12 September 2019

Glenrothes to release first 40 Year Old malt

The Speyside distillery’s new ‘unrepeatable’ limited edition has been made using now-retired stills.
Latest news 19 October 2017

Glengoyne 30 Year Old earns limited release

Only 6,000 bottles of the new single malt expression will be available each year.
Latest news 06 June 2018

Glenmorangie malt marks 175th anniversary

The 16-year-old single cask whisky is available from the distillery for £650 a bottle.
Latest news 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 25 July 2019

Diageo to release The Walking Dead Bourbon

A Kentucky Straight Bourbon inspired by the hit zombie apocalypse series is coming this autumn.
Latest news 14 June 2019

New Scotch rules aim to add ‘flexibility’

The change allows distillers to use a variety of casks, including ex-Tequila and Calvados.
Latest news 29 April 2016

Major fire destroys Speyside whisky lounge

The Speyside Heather Centre and newly-opened Whisky Lounge has been destroyed by a fire today.
Latest news 04 September 2017

G&M announces £10,000 Glen Grant Collection

The collection of six vintage whiskies from the 1950s will be released for £10,000 each.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Building begins on £15m Ardross distillery

Construction of the £15m Ardross farm distillery has begun near Inverness.
Latest news 22 May 2018

Macallan opens ‘landmark’ £140m distillery

The opening marks the start of a new chapter for the luxury Speyside single malt.
Latest news 02 September 2015

G&M unveils 'most exclusive' whisky

A 75-year-old bottling from Mortlach distillery is hailed as the world's 'most exclusive'.
Latest news 10 February 2016

Raasay whisky distillery given green light

Construction work at the R&B Distillers facility at Borodale House is due to begin in April.
Latest news 12 September 2016

Ardbeg bottling marks ‘most perilous days’

The Islay single malt’s 21-year-old Committee release recalls its near-extinction in the 1990s.
Latest news 10 October 2018

Brora revival granted planning permission

The distillery’s stillhouse will be entirely dismantled and rebuilt under the plans.
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 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 30 September 2019

Glenmorangie trio heads to travel retail

The Highland distillery is launching three new whiskies, including a lightly peated malt.
Latest news 04 March 2016

Wolfburn distillery unveils inaugural whisky

The Thurso distillery is releasing the area’s first Scotch whisky in 150 years later this month.
Latest news 22 September 2016

Islay’s Ardnahoe distillery gets green light

Building work is now due to start at Islay’s ninth distillery in November.
Latest news 30 January 2018

Glenmorangie Spìos is 9th Private Edition

The ninth release in the limited edition series has been aged fully in ex-rye whiskey casks.
Latest news 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 31 August 2018

Balvenie names Stewart’s potential successor

Kelsey McKechnie, 25, will be mentored by the longest-serving malt master in Scotch whisky.
Latest news 21 July 2016

BenRiach invests heavily in whisky stocks

Owner of BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh made reduced £7.3m profit in 2015, accounts show.
Latest news 03 February 2017

Macallan 1991 Fine & Rare vintage released

Latest addition to distillery’s Fine & Rare collection is priced at $10,000 a bottle.
Latest news 21 March 2018

The Dalmore 45 launched at £10,000

The luxury-focused Highland single malt’s 45-year-old bottling uses multiple cask types.
Latest news 09 October 2018

Glenglassaugh Octaves Batch 2 released

The peated and unpeated single malts have matured in a range of smaller octave casks.
Latest news 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 30 August 2017

Brewery opens experimental Scotch distillery

Deeside Brewery in Aberdeenshire has begun distilling an experimental style of Scotch whisky.
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 16 April 2018

Build begins on new Holyrood distillery

Work to build Edinburgh’s first malt distillery for nearly 100 years will begin next month.
Latest news 04 September 2019

Chinese whisky ‘won’t compete’ with Scotch

Pernod Ricard has said its Chinese distillery won’t ‘cannibalise’ Scotch whisky’s market share.
Latest news 05 July 2016

Work begins on Lindores Abbey distillery

Building work is now underway following a lengthy excavation process at the historical site.
Latest news 07 February 2019

Raasay launches ‘accessible’ 30-litre casks

The island distillery is selling ‘more accessible’ small casks of its first single malt.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Explorers swim Islay coast for ‘looted’ malt

Swimmers take to Islay’s waters to create a blended malt that will be sold for charity.
Latest news 02 June 2017

DFS launches global Whiskey Festival

From the US to Asia and the Middle East, the event will offer up to 100 whiskies to taste.
Latest news 03 August 2017

Is this the best job interview in the world?

Grant’s whisky will send applicants on a 10-day global trip as it seeks a new brand ambassador.
Latest news 01 September 2017

Jura One and All celebrates island life

The single malt release – named One And All – celebrates the island community.
Latest news 01 September 2017

Macallan debuts aroma-based Edition No 3

The Speyside distillery has partnered with master perfumer Roja Dove for a new single malt whisky.
Latest news 14 October 2019

Scotchwhisky.com to close

A goodbye message from Scotchwhisky.com.
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 23 May 2018

Scotch faces threat from US trade deal

Whisky’s three-year minimum maturation period should be scrapped, according to US report.
Latest news 07 August 2018

Dornoch seeks funding for new distillery

The distillery’s owners will use funds from the campaign to move production to a new, larger site.
Latest news 07 March 2019

Glasgow distillery reveals Signature Range

Peated and triple-distilled whiskies will join the distillery’s unpeated 1770 single malt.
Latest news 04 August 2016

Auchentoshan announces New Malt Order

Bartenders will be given the chance to create the brand’s 2017 limited edition single malt whisky.
Latest news 02 December 2016

First Strathearn whisky sells for £4,000

The first 100 bottles of Scotch whisky from the microdistillery have been sold at auction.
Latest news 07 March 2017

Ardbeg: three cheers for Mickey Heads

Fans are asked to raise a glass and toast the distillery manager’s 10-year anniversary.
Latest news 12 June 2017

Lindores launches mouser-naming competition

The winning entrant will receive membership to the distillery’s preservation society.
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 September 2019

Cask experiments unveiled at Whisky Show

Sample exclusive maturation experiments at the London Whisky Show with Scotchwhisky.com.
Latest news 29 May 2019

Deeside distillery to relocate to £8m home

The Banchory-based distillery will produce just 100 casks of whisky before closing for good.
Latest news 03 February 2017

New Borders whisky distilleries get go-ahead

Two new £40m malt and grain distilleries are to be built in Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders.
Latest news 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 14 October 2015

‘Scottish-style’ Washington malt unveiled

Trio of well-known Scotch distillers join forces to help create new George Washington whisky.
Latest news 10 October 2016

Scotch under the microscope in new TV series

Three-part BBC Scotland programme delves into whisky’s history, science, craft and industry.
Latest news 20 February 2019

Dublin’s €10m Liberties distillery opens

The Irish whiskey distillery is the third to open in Dublin in the last four years.
Latest news 16 April 2019

BrewDog unveils boilermaker whisky series

The three bespoke whiskies have been designed to pair with BrewDog’s beers.
Latest news 05 December 2018

Benromach 1978 marks end of anniversary year

The vintage builds on the Speyside distillery’s 20th anniversary malt releases.
Latest news 21 February 2019

Benromach releases ‘rare’ Heritage duo

The new whiskies in Benromach’s Heritage collection have been aged for more than 40 years.
Latest news 02 March 2017

Single malts fuelling global Scotch revival

The ‘craft and provenance credentials’ of single malts are boosting Scotch’s global reputation.
Latest news 18 August 2017

Whisky ‘tastes better with water’

A Swedish study has now provided a scientific basis for this long-held belief.
Latest news 19 February 2018

Ardbeg to double distillation capacity

The Islay distillery is to build a new still house to accommodate a total of four stills.
Latest news 12 November 2015

Diageo unveils ‘weird’ Scotch-based products

Diageo’s new Whiskey Union range will feature ‘unorthodox, weird’ Scotch-based products.
Latest news 08 March 2019

Fukuyo and Noe partner on Legent Bourbon

The whiskey ‘reimagines what Bourbon can be’ by fusing Kentucky and Japanese traditions.
Latest news 27 January 2016

Scotch industry urges UK tax break

The SWA claims last year’s 2% tax reduction generated an extra £96 million for the UK government.
Latest news 12 September 2017

Isle of Raasay distillery starts production

The island whisky distillery has started operations this week ahead of its official opening.
Latest news 18 April 2018

Whisky returns to Borders after 180 years

The first whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders in almost two centuries is about to open.
Latest news 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 11 January 2019

Suntory Ao aids Japanese whisky transparency

A new blend of whisky from five different countries will be labelled as a ‘World Whisky’.
Latest news 11 April 2018

Glasgow distillery unveils third Prometheus

The new 28-year-old peated single malt has been sourced from an unnamed distillery.
Latest news 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 05 June 2018

Jura 12 Year Old joins Coastal Collection

Douglas Laing’s single cask bottling is the second in a series honouring Scotland’s islands.
Latest news 07 July 2018

New Scallywag celebrates World Chocolate Day

Douglas Laing has unveiled a Chocolate Edition blended malt with a ‘deep cocoa’ character.
Latest news 09 November 2018

First Tamdhu exclusives land in duty free

Tamdhu Ámbar and Gran Reserva are the distillery’s first foray into global travel retail.
Latest news 30 November 2018

New Star Trek Scotch to beam down in March

Montgomery Scott is a blended whisky inspired by Scotty, the original series’ famous engineer.
Latest news 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 18 December 2018

First Isle of Wight whisky comes of age

The island’s sole distillery has been maturing its inaugural whisky since December 2015.
Latest news 31 December 2018

Abhainn Dearg releases first 10 Year Old

The Isle of Lewis distillery has unveiled its oldest expression to date.
Latest news 24 December 2018

First Highland Whisky Festival announced

The festival will incorporate eight distilleries along a scenic driving route through the Highlands.
Latest news 05 February 2019

‘Oldest’ Littlemill 40-year-old released

The lost distillery’s Celestial Edition pays tribute to its pioneering former distillery manager.
Latest news 17 May 2019

World Whisky Day 2019 celebrations begin

Events will take place in regions as remote as Antarctica as part of the annual festivities.
Latest news 08 July 2019

Loch Lomond debuts 25-year-old Three Wood

The limited edition triple cask-matured malt tees off in time for The Open’s 2019 return.
Latest news 07 September 2019

Lakes releases first in new malt series

The English distillery has unveiled the first of its Whiskymaker’s Reserve expressions.
Latest news 09 September 2019

Dewar’s debuts ‘innovative’ Caribbean Smooth

The rum cask-finished Scotch whisky is the first in a new series of ‘innovative’ blends.
Latest news 16 September 2019

Macallan reveals colour-focused Edition No 5

The latest in the limited edition series showcases the ‘uniquely bold’ colour of Macallan’s whisky.
Latest news 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 March 2016

Scotch sales in UK begin to pick up

Although despite showing signs of recovery, the SWA warns Britain is still a ‘fragile’ market.
Latest news 10 August 2016

Tourists flock to Scotch whisky distilleries

Scotch distilleries attracted a record total of 1.6m visits in 2015, up more than 20% on 2010.
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 16 December 2016

Glenmorangie 1990 heads new vintage range

First expression in new Bond House No 1 collection marks challenging barley harvest.
Latest news 02 May 2017

Kilchoman 100% Islay 7th edition unveiled

All aspects of the whisky-making process, from barley to bottle, take place on site.
Latest news 06 July 2017

Dalmore Vintage Port Collection unveiled

The three single malts are finished in tawny Port casks sourced from Graham’s.
Latest news 17 July 2017

Raasay names first master distiller

Recent graduate Iain Robertson will take charge at the distillery, due to open in September.
Latest news 19 December 2017

Macallan Sherry Oak 40 Years Old unveiled

The US$9,000 single malt is billed as the ‘pinnacle’ of the distillery’s Sherry Oak range.
Latest news 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 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 20 November 2015

The Last Drop releases first single malt

Glen Garioch 1967 bottling marks company’s first foray outside the world of blended Scotch.
Latest news 08 March 2016

Laphroaig adds Lore NAS bottling to range

New bottling aims to celebrate distillery’s two centuries of whisky-making knowledge and tradition.
Latest news 05 September 2016

Richard Paterson celebrates 50th anniversary

‘The nose’ will celebrate five decades in the whisky industry with a global tasting tour.
Latest news 31 May 2019

Macallan Estate features home-grown barley

Macallan’s latest release contains whisky distilled from barley grown on its estate.
Latest news 05 July 2019

GlenAllachie unveils first wood finish range

The Speyside distillery has finished its whisky in a variety of casks, including rye and Port.
Latest news 07 September 2017

Strathearn distillery’s second malt bottled

The boutique distillery’s second single malt release is now available to purchase online.
Latest news 30 October 2017

Gauldrons Campbeltown blended malt revealed

The Campbeltown blended malt joins Douglas Laing’s Remarkable Regional Malts range.
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 05 May 2018

The Glenlivet launches ‘first’ Cognac finish

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

Chivas XV launched as ‘contemporary’ blend

Finished in Cognac casks, the new blended Scotch is designed for ‘high-energy celebrations.
Latest news 05 September 2018

Glendronach Revival 15 Year Old returns

The much-anticipated Sherry-matured single malt returns after a three-year hiatus.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Macallan 52 Year Old introduced at £38,500

The single malt has been matured in a single European oak ex-Sherry cask.
Latest news 03 April 2019

Wolfburn commits to small batch releases

The Thurso distillery has launched the third edition of its small batch single malt line.
Latest news 19 April 2019

Bushmills to build second £30m distillery

The Irish whiskey producer has been given the go-ahead to build a second distillery.
Latest news 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 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 05 November 2015

Transparency in Scotch: the SWA responds

The organisation writes to clarify the current legal position – and what might happen in the future.
Latest news 29 August 2019

Pernod Ricard builds China whisky distillery

The drinks giant has started building a malt whisky distillery in Sichuan province.
Latest news 06 September 2016

Last Drop Distillers sold to Sazerac

Luxury independent bottler the Last Drop Distillers has been acquired by US drinks group Sazerac.
Latest news 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 18 April 2019

Hebridean Whisky Festival launches

The event will showcase four of the region’s distilleries and its ‘spectacular’ whisky trail.
Latest news 23 July 2019

Loch Lomond releases Kerr wine cask finish

The whisky has been created with golf star Cristie Kerr ahead of the Women’s British Open.
Latest news 22 February 2018

Lagg sells first casks of whisky for £6,000

The first casks to be filled at the new Arran distillery are being offered for sale.
Latest news 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 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 14 November 2017

Kilchoman to double distillation capacity

The Islay distillery will add two more stills in a bid to cash in on the buoyant malts market.
Latest news 18 April 2018

Budweiser producer buys Master of Malt

AB Inbev, the owner of Budweiser and Corona beers has purchased online retailer Master of Malt.
Latest news 23 November 2018

East London distillery launches rye whisky

ELLC’s London Rye is the capital’s second whisky to be released in over 100 years.
Latest news 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 01 October 2019

New Macallan master whisky maker named

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

Ardbeg Supernova returns with 2019 edition

The Islay single malt’s peatiest expression is revived four years after its ‘final’ release.
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 28 October 2016

Ardgowan distillery plans Lowland site

Plans for new distillery, microbrewery and visitor attraction will be considered by local council.
Latest news 09 May 2017

Scotch whisky election manifesto launched

Politicians urged to stand up for Scotch in the run-up to the UK General Election.
Latest news 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 August 2017

Wemyss Family Collection unveiled

Annual blended malt releases will look at the various influences on whisky flavour.
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 14 November 2017

Bruichladdich unveils Rare Cask malts

The three single malts are taken from the final parcels of whisky distilled in 1984-6.
Latest news 15 November 2017

Ardgowan distillery wins £1m grant

Scottish Government award will help fund construction at the £12m project west of Glasgow.
Latest news 15 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 20 March 2018

Linkwood 1956 unveiled by Gordon & MacPhail

The £22,000, 60-year-old single cask single malt is the second in an ultra-rare series.
Latest news 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 03 September 2019

Whisky researchers make yeast discovery

A major research project is underway into yeast’s impact on the creation of whisky flavour.
Latest news 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 07 December 2016

Toulvaddie distillery claims historic first

The new Highland distillery is believed to be the first solely founded by a woman.
Latest news 03 March 2017

Ardgowan distillery approved but seeks funds

The £12m distillery will produce both peated and unpeated Lowland malt whisky.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Douglas Laing to build Glasgow distillery

The independent bottler is to build its own £10m whisky distillery on the banks of the Clyde.
Latest news 01 August 2018

Fettercairn relaunches single malt range

The Highland distillery’s new range will include 12- and 50-year-old whiskies.
Latest news 29 January 2019

Glenmorangie Allta created with local yeast

The distillery’s 10th Private Edition whisky has been made using a strain of local yeast.
Latest news 23 August 2019

Glen Moray’s Graham Coull leaves for Ireland

Glen Moray’s distillery manager is set to join Ireland’s Dingle distillery in October.
Latest news 27 July 2015

Aussie entrepreneur buys Bladnoch distillery

Bladnoch distillery will run once again after the site was purchased by an Australian businessman.
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 21 March 2016

Speyside distillery auctions first bottle

One of the first bottles of whisky to be distilled at the distillery is to be auctioned this week.
Latest news 06 September 2016

Malt Whisky Trail to boost Speyside tourism

The Speyside attraction intends to 'awaken the sleeping giant' of whisky tourism.
Latest news 20 December 2016

The whisky glass emoji is finally here

Whisky fans are rejoicing at finally being able to communicate their drink choice through an icon.
Latest news 21 June 2017

Bowmore reveals Rachel Barrie’s replacement

Bowmore owner Beam Suntory has named its new master blender following Barrie’s exit in February.
Latest news 30 January 2018

Glenmorangie expands as whisky demand rises

The Scotch whisky distillery is to build an additional stillhouse to meet increasing demand.
Latest news 09 May 2018

BenRiach Triple Distilled lands in duty free

The Speyside distillery is launching a 10-year-old triple-distilled single malt whisky.
Latest news 19 June 2018

Glasgow whisky distillery plans expansion

A £6m investment will enable the Hillington site to double its whisky making capacity.
Latest news 04 September 2018

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

The distillery’s first official whisky is designed to appeal to ‘adventurous’ drinkers.
Latest news 27 September 2018

Third Ardbeg Twenty Something unveiled

A third edition of Ardbeg Twenty Something will be available exclusively to Committee Members.
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 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 10 June 2019

Dublin’s Roe & Co. distillery set to open

The Diageo-owned Irish whiskey distillery will open to visitors later this month.
Latest news 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 2017

Bladnoch distillery restarts in Lowlands

Distilling has been revived at Bladnoch after an Australian businessman saved the Lowland site.
Latest news 01 March 2016

Bruichladdich defends transparency move

The Islay distiller claims its publication of The Classic Laddie recipe next month is legal.
Latest news 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 07 March 2016

New Dornoch distillery seeks crowdfunding

Dornoch Castle Hotel owners seek crowd funding to kick start build of new Highlands distillery.
Latest news 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 29 July 2019

G&M releases ‘oldest ever’ lost whiskies

Malts from St Magdalene and Dallas Dhu distilleries head up the bottler’s Summer Collection.
Latest news 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 27 September 2018

Charity whisky auction tackles ocean plastic

Whisky.Auction will donate £200k from the sale of ‘exceptional’ whiskies to charity Plastic Oceans.
Latest news 26 July 2017

New society honours Iain Banks and Scotch

The organisation will celebrate the late Scottish author and his love of single malt.
Latest news 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 24 June 2016

Scotch whisky industry digests Brexit shock

‘Significant uncertainty’ will follow UK vote to leave EU, warns Scotch Whisky Association.
Latest news 08 September 2017

Scotch whisky tourism ‘boosted by Brexit’

Visitor numbers hit record levels in 2016, with more distilleries opening to the public.
Latest news 01 October 2017

Compass Box unveils two new blended malts

The releases include Phenomenology and No Name, the company’s peatiest whisky to date.
Latest news 02 October 2017

Glenlivet 1943 released by Gordon & MacPhail

The £30,000 bottling is claimed to be one of the rarest single malts in the world.
Latest news 10 October 2017

Rosebank distillery set to reopen

Ian Macleod Distillers hopes to have the coveted Lowland distillery operational by 2019.
Latest news 24 January 2018

Diageo’s ‘secret’ move to amend Scotch rules

Task force looked at ways to reform Scotch whisky’s strict production rules, says report.
Latest news 25 April 2018

Macallan 1926 malts fetch world record $1.2m

Two bottles with labels designed by Sir Peter Blake and Valerio Adami were sold in Dubai.
Latest news 24 May 2018

Whisky Galore! island plans £10m distillery

The South Uist plant signals whisky’s return to the area for the first time since 1844.
Latest news 02 July 2018

GlenAllachie core range revealed

The line-up of four malts follows Billy Walker’s acquisition of the Speyside distillery.
Latest news 10 July 2018

New Macallan distillery pulls ‘fake’ bottles

The ‘19th-century’ bottles have been withdrawn from display amid authenticity concerns.
Latest news 03 October 2018

Macallan 60yo smashes world record again

The 1926 Macallan Valerio Adami was sold at auction by Bonhams in Edinburgh for £848,750.
Latest news 15 October 2018

Latest rare Macallan misses auction record

The 1926 bottle with a label designed by Sir Peter Blake sold for US$843,200 in New York.
Latest news 03 June 2019

Crabbie’s Yardhead is new ‘malt for mixing’

Crabbie’s claims its new whisky is designed to ‘disrupt’ the world of single malt Scotch.
Latest news 06 August 2019

Artificial tongue could detect fake whisky

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

SWA drops lawsuit against Virginia distiller

The Scotch Whisky Association has reached an ‘amicable resolution’ with the US distillery.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Jura releases chinkapin-finished whisky

The 13-year-old Jura Two-One-Two is the first in a new series from the island distillery.
Latest news 25 September 2019

Whisky Show creates ‘magic’ UV bottles

Whiskies printed with ink only visible under UV light will be launched at the London show.
Latest news 23 October 2015

Hazelwood makes a return to travel retail

William Grant & Sons is to launch a new range of blended whiskies under the Hazelwood brand.
Latest news 04 January 2016

Balvenie’s David Stewart receives MBE

The Balvenie’s malt master, David Stewart, has been recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours list.
Latest news 20 January 2016

Hunter Laing to build Islay distillery

The independent bottler has revealed plans to build an £8 million malt whisky distillery on Islay.
Latest news 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 03 August 2016

Haig Club Clubman introduced by Beckham

The single grain Scotch launched by the footballer will be joined by a new expression this month.
Latest news 29 November 2017

GlenWyvis’ green whisky distillery opens

Scotland’s first crowdfunded distillery, 100% green energy-powered, is ready to open.
Latest news 29 March 2018

Walker releases first GlenAllachie whiskies

The Speyside distillery is releasing six single casks ahead of its core range launch.
Latest news 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 17 August 2018

Rare Macallan could break world record

A bottle of the ‘world’s most valuable whisky’ is to be auctioned in Edinburgh this autumn.
Latest news 10 September 2018

Balvenie auctions whisky and car for $150k

Bids of over $150k are expected for the latest DCS Compendium and Balvenie Morgan Roadster.
Latest news 15 October 2018

Ardgowan distillery reveals revised plans

The new Inverkip distillery is scheduled to open in 2020, with a new malts series due next year.
Latest news 07 November 2018

Historic MacNair’s whisky brand relaunches

The Victorian blend has been resurrected by GlenAllachie distillery as a peated blended malt.
Latest news 22 November 2018

GlenAllachie launches single cask series

The Speyside distillery is releasing varying ranges of single cask whiskies across the globe.
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 26 February 2019

Port Ellen returns in Untold Stories series

The first in a new series of bottlings from the lost Islay distillery is a 39-year-old malt.
Latest news 01 April 2019

Bruichladdich to build own maltings

The Islay distillery is to ‘close the loop’ on its production by building on-site maltings.
Latest news 26 November 2018

Lindores Abbey dig unearths historic ‘first’

Remains found at the Fife site could point to Scotland’s earliest site of distillation yet ...
Latest news 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 28 February 2017

‘Sophisticated’ fake whisky setup exposed

A large-scale fake whisky operation has been uncovered following a tip-off from an auction website.
Latest news 05 February 2016

Ailsa Bay’s first whisky launches in UK

Ailsa Bay distillery’s first single malt bottling is a lesson in Scotch whisky innovation.
Latest news 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 24 July 2018

Mortlach relaunches malts after backlash

The distillery has revised its malts range after drinkers criticised its previous bottlings.
Latest news 29 April 2019

Highland Whisky Festival prepares to launch

Visitors can expect behind-the-scenes tours and one-off events at the whisky distilleries.
Latest news 26 June 2019

Distell unveils 2019 limited edition malts

The collection includes eight single malts from Bunnahabhain, Deanston and Tobermory.
Latest news 22 January 2018

Diageo’s distillery tourism at record high

Business is booming for whisky tourism, as Diageo’s visitor centres see a rise of over 15%.
Latest news 10 August 2018

Distell unveils limited edition malts range

The 2018 collection features malts from Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Tobermory and Ledaig.
Latest news 22 June 2018

‘World’s first’ Anglo-Scots whisky created

Lakes distillery has used whiskies from both sides of the border in a hybrid blended malt.
Latest news 19 September 2016

Glen Grant 60-year-old to be auctioned

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebratory bottling is expected to sell for between £8,000 and £9,000.
Latest news 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 01 June 2017

Macallan sets new record with $530,000 sale

The purchase marks the third Macallan record set by Dubai-based retailer Le Clos in 18 months.
Latest news 26 September 2016

Compass Box reveals transparency ‘solution’

Detailed information on blend components will be available to consumers following new legal advice.
Latest news 27 June 2019

Secret Speyside Collection of malts launched

The range includes 15 malts from Caperdonich, Longmorn, Glen Keith and Braes of Glenlivet.
Latest news 10 October 2018

Rosebank distillery set to reopen in 2020

Plans to resurrect the cult Lowland single malt are awaiting approval by Falkirk Council.
Latest news 14 March 2019

Irish pot still laws ‘too restrictive’

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

Berry Bros launches new Perspective Series

The bottler has partnered with a Scottish photographer for the blended Scotch whisky range.
Latest news 01 August 2019

Glen Moray launches Rhum Agricole Project

Glen Moray has used Rhum Agricole casks to finish its latest ‘curiosity’ single malt.
Latest news 12 April 2016

Edinburgh whisky attraction plans revealed

A new Edinburgh distillery has been designed as a visitor attraction to boost tourism.
Latest news 16 February 2017

Rachel Barrie to leave Bowmore for BenRiach

Bowmore’s master blender will join BenRiach Distillery Company in March.
Latest news 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 09 February 2018

Over £25m of rare whisky sold at auction

The amount of rare Scotch whisky sold at UK auctions has hit a record high.
Latest news 22 October 2018

‘Unusual’ Balvenie DCS Chapter Four revealed

The penultimate DCS Compendium chapter features whiskies with ‘unexpected’ characteristics.
Latest news 13 November 2018

Red Spot Irish whiskey makes return

The single pot still whiskey returns to the Spot Whiskeys range following a 50-year absence.
Latest news 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 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 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 22 August 2017

Exotic Cargo becomes first SMWS blended malt

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has unveiled a 10-year-old Sherry cask-matured blended malt.
Latest news 22 August 2016

BenRiach launches 15 new malt whiskies

The new releases include a dozen single cask BenRiachs, ranging from 16 to 40 years old.
Latest news 13 December 2017

Daftmill set to release first whisky

The Lowland distillery will bottle its first malt more than a decade after it was founded.
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 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 25 September 2017

SMWS creates new rare whisky series

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s Vaults Collection launches with two single cask malts.
Latest news 23 November 2015

Industry responds on transparency debate

Further debate on transparency is needed, say SWA members, following our open letter on the issue.
Latest news 28 July 2017

Heavily peated Inchmoan single malts launch

Two new heavily peated expressions from Loch Lomond distillery have been released.
Latest news 21 February 2019

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

A bottle of the Prince’s Royal Lochnagar 30 Year Old expression was auctioned for charity.
Latest news 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 11 June 2019

‘Chinese-style’ whisky and tea blend bottled

The alcoholic tea blend offers whisky lovers an ‘alternative’ drinking experience.
Latest news 01 February 2019

Prince Charles cask raises £225k for charity

Bottles sold from the Prince’s cask of Royal Lochnagar 30 Year Old have so far raised £225,400.
Latest news 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 17 January 2019

New online course teaches whisky basics

Whisky lovers can earn a certificate in whisky history, blending and distilling.
Latest news 19 March 2019

Mortlach unveils 47 Year Old for £10,000

Only 94 bottles of the oldest whisky from the ‘Beast of Dufftown’ have been released.
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 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 20 May 2019

Rolling Stones whisky leads Bonhams auction

The rock group’s anniversary blend will be sold alongside salvaged Whisky Galore! bottles.
Latest news 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 25 July 2017

Polar explorer bottles Arctic iceberg whisky

The first Scotch whisky to feature glacial iceberg water is being auctioned for charity.
Latest news 27 June 2016

Glenrothes to study how music affects whisky

Glenrothes will conduct a study to see whether music affects how people taste whisky.
Latest news 03 May 2017

Job cuts spark ‘Save Our Scotch’ campaign

Calls to bottle all Scotch in Scotland follow claims that more than 100 jobs are at risk.
Latest news 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 25 April 2017

Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch series grows

Part of the brand’s experimental range, the latest blend is made up of more than 200 whiskies.
Latest news 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 19 September 2016

Young whisky releases to increase

A new report suggests more whiskies aged under 10 years are to come, complete with age statements.
Latest news 22 December 2016

Copper Dog blended malt whisky launches

Created by the Craigellachie Hotel, the expression combines eight Speyside malts.
Latest news 27 February 2017

Whisky workers need protection post-Brexit

Union urges UK Government to give Nissan-style support for 40,000 Scotch whisky employees.
Latest news 25 January 2017

Scotch industry calls for further tax cuts

Scotch producers claim government figures show ‘fairer’ taxes generate more revenue for economy.
Latest news 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 19 October 2017

Glen Keith distillery releases single malt

The Speyside distillery has launched its first single malt since reopening in 2013.
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 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 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 10 May 2018

Glenfiddich Aroma Lab unveiled at Harrods

The luxury experience pinpoints a shopper’s ‘ideal whisky style’ with six specially-created aromas.
Latest news 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 16 August 2019

Rare Hanyu Full Card Series breaks record

The collection from the closed Japanese distillery has sold for over £750,000 in Hong Kong.
Latest news 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 19 February 2016

Scotch ‘biggest contributor’ to UK trade

The sector’s net annual contribution of £3.8bn to UK trade makes case for duty cut, says SWA.
Latest news 20 November 2018

Pre-Prohibition whiskey stash auctioned

More than 40 cases of century-old American whiskey were found hidden in a secret vault.
Latest news 06 February 2019

Brexit deal protects whisky names

Terms such as ‘Scotch whisky’ and ‘Bourbon’ will enjoy continued legal recognition post-Brexit.
Latest news 13 December 2018

Bushmills debuts acacia-matured whiskey

The new single malt has been aged in acacia casks, a first for the distillery.
Latest news 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 02 September 2019

Arran reveals new look and two new malts

Isle of Arran Distillers has created a ‘new identity’ for its Lochranza site’s core range.
Latest news 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 22 October 2018

Singapore hotel opens hidden whisky library

Luxury hotel Vagabond Club’s new whisky bar offers over 1,000 ‘rare and award-winning’ whiskies.
Latest news 02 November 2018

SMWS Jazz Trio explores cask finishing

Three whiskies heralding from the same cask have been finished in different woods.
Latest news 12 February 2019

Johnnie Walker Experience plans revealed

The Edinburgh experience is designed to be ‘one of the greatest whisky attractions in the world’.
Latest news 15 March 2019

Clynelish and Cardhu revamp plans revealed

The distilleries’ visitor centres are to be overhauled as part of Diageo’s ambitious tourism plans.
Latest news 04 April 2019

Claive Vidiz Collection to stay in Edinburgh

Diageo has extended its loan of the collection to the Scotch Whisky Experience until at least 2029.
Latest news 28 December 2018

Plans submitted for new Islay distillery

Elixir Distillers’ plans include ‘underground’ warehousing, floor maltings and a rum still.
Latest news 22 December 2015

The Whisky Exchange opens Covent Garden shop

The retailer’s new flagship store in London’s Covent Garden features a dedicated whisky room.
Latest news 26 July 2019

Jim Beam breaks ground on craft distillery

The small-batch facility is part of a US$60m plan to re-establish the James B. Beam Distilling Co.
Latest news 15 June 2018

MacLean selects SMWS anniversary whiskies

The whisky writer has selected 21 single casks to mark the Society's 35th anniversary.
Latest news 18 September 2018

Conor McGregor unveils Proper No. 12 whiskey

The UFC fighter has launched the Irish blend just weeks ahead of the sports’ ‘biggest-ever’ bout.
Latest news 16 October 2018

Last Drop Distillers’ Tom Jago dies aged 93

The industry legend and man behind the Diageo Classic Malts has passed away.
Latest news 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 13 November 2015

Dewar’s launches oldest whisky expression

The 30-year-old ‘ultimate’ blended whisky will be a travel retail exclusive from this December.
Latest news 18 February 2016

Scottish Leader boosts Distell sales

Blend shows strong growth in South Africa and Taiwan, while malts perform well in northern Europe.
Latest news 22 May 2017

Trump hotel opens new whisky bar

Luxurious bar is part of the US President’s controversial Aberdeenshire golf development.
Latest news 12 July 2017

Glenallachie sold to Billy Walker

The Speyside distillery has been bought by a consortium headed by the former BenRiach MD.
Latest news 11 September 2017

Dalmore 62yo could fetch £50,000 at auction

The 12 Pointer is one of a series of only 12 bottles released by the distillery in 2002.
Latest news 08 May 2018

Five new malts join Exceptional Cask Series

The Aultmore, Craigellachie and Aberfeldy whiskies will be available in travel retail.
Latest news 21 May 2018

BenRiach 12-Year-Old is airport exclusive

Travellers to Heathrow will have the chance to buy the new single cask single malt whisky.
Latest news 02 July 2019

US threatens Scotch in new EU dispute

The United States has threatened to impose increased taxes on Scotch and Irish whisky.
Latest news 31 May 2016

Glen Grant overhauls brand identity

The Speyside distillery has unveiled a contemporary makeover alongside three new expressions.
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 30 July 2018

Highland Park Valknut joins Legends series

The peated single malt whisky has been produced using locally grown Orkney barley.
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 02 November 2018

Whistlepig distiller Dave Pickerell dies

The renowned American whiskey maker has passed away unexpectedly in San Francisco.
Latest news 10 November 2015

Royal Salute reveals $40,000 Age Collection

Royal Salute has unveiled the Age Collection, a set of 10 blended Scotch whiskies, for US$40,000.
Latest news 04 January 2016

Most Britons see whisky tax level as unfair

Nearly all the British public believe the 76% tax levy on a bottle of Scotch whisky is ‘unfair’.
Latest news 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 22 July 2019

Hanyu Full Card Series set to break record

The 54-bottle set from the closed Japanese distillery could fetch up to HK$6m at auction.
Latest news 04 May 2016

Rugby star Cusiter moves into whisky

The Scottish international scrum-half is to set up a Scotch-focused retail business in the US.
Latest news 07 November 2016

Glen Grant backs Andy Murray sainthood bid

Speyside single malt wants Pope Francis to recognise new world number one tennis player.
Latest news 06 July 2017

Holyrood Distillery names master distiller

Jack Mayo is one of a number of new appointments at the Edinburgh start-up.
Latest news 18 October 2017

SMWS bottles first Indian malts

The six-year-old single cask single malts were made at a ‘prominent distillery in Goa’.
Latest news 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 29 November 2018

‘Unique’ Macallan 1926 is first £1m whisky

The bottle, hand-painted by Irish artist Michael Dillon, fetched £1.2m at auction in London.
Latest news 11 December 2018

Pre-Prohibition whiskey ‘smashes’ estimates

A hidden stash of American whiskey fetched thousands more than expected at auction.
Latest news 20 June 2016

Vote remain, Diageo CEO urges workers

Remaining in the European Union will be better for the Scotch whisky industry, says Ivan Menezes.
Latest news 20 August 2015

Johnnie Walker caught in kosher row

Blended Scotch whisky, Johnnie Walker, has become embroiled in a row over its kosher status.
Latest news 05 November 2015

New contest to recognise whisky sommeliers

A new competition intends to raise the profile of the whisky expert to that of a wine sommelier.
Latest news 01 June 2016

Europe’s first Johnnie Walker House opens

The House’s exclusive Scotch whiskies will be available from Amsterdam Schiphol for the first time.
Latest news 03 June 2016

BenRiach MD named Entrepreneur of the Year

Billy Walker received the award just hours after selling his company for £281 million.
Latest news 28 September 2016

Tamnavulin launches first whisky in 20 years

The Moray distillery has launched Tamnavulin Double Cask in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
Latest news 27 September 2017

SMWS prohibits non-member purchases

Only members of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society are now able to purchase bottlings.
Latest news 01 December 2017

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost launches

The new Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare blend features whisky from lost distilleries.
Latest news 08 February 2018

Eden Mill plans £4 million expansion

The experimental Fife brewery and distillery intends to produce more whisky, gin and beer.
Latest news 07 September 2018

Glenrothes ditches vintages for new range

The distillery’s new core range will feature age statements, rather than vintages.
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 20 October 2016

Masters of Whisky reinstated by Diageo

Dramatic company U-turn follows axing of much-praised educational initiative two months ago.
Latest news 23 March 2018

Whisky documentary in crowdfunding drive

The Amber Light will explore Scottish culture and history through the lens of whisky.
Latest news 01 October 2018

Chivas 50 marks Manchester United triumph

Chivas Regal’s oldest release to date celebrates the team’s 1968 European Cup victory.
Latest news 04 October 2018

‘Unique’ Macallan could be first £1m whisky

The bottle of 60-year-old whisky, painted by artist Michael Dillon, will be auctioned next month.
Latest news 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 07 June 2019

Loch Lomond Group under new ownership

An Asia-based investment firm has bought out the group that also owns Glen Scotia distillery.
Latest news 25 July 2019

Game of Thrones whiskies boost Diageo sales

The launch of Johnnie Walker White Walker and the GOT malts were a big success for Diageo.
Latest news 27 July 2015

Chinese launch £3m whisky investment fund

A new £3m rare whisky investment fund has been established in China.
Latest news 18 October 2017

Victorian James Eadie blend resurrected

James Eadie’s Trade Mark X blend has been recreated 160 years after its conception.
Latest news 26 April 2018

Elixir Distillers planning Islay distillery

The Elements of Islay producer intends to build a whisky distillery on the island’s south coast.
Latest news 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 28 November 2018

Cutty Sark sold to Glen Moray owner

The French owner of Glen Moray distillery has purchased the blended Scotch.
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 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 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 15 November 2017

Scotch admits defeat on minimum pricing

The measure may be introduced in Scotland within months after the Supreme Court ruling.
Latest news 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 23 July 2019

Diageo teases its 2019 Special Releases

Just eight whiskies will form the distiller’s annual Special Releases collection.
Latest news 21 June 2019

Dubai welcomes first Macallan Boutique

Macallan has opened the first of several new prestige whisky shops in Dubai airport.
Latest news 03 September 2019

Diageo distilleries ‘disrupted’ amid strikes

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

First cherry-matured Irish whiskey unveiled

Method & Madness’ latest releases include a single pot still whiskey finished in cherry wood.
Latest news 13 November 2015

Singleton to take on Glenlivet in malts race

Diageo has revealed ambitions to develop The Singleton into the world’s leading single malt.
Latest news 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 17 October 2017

Dalmore sells £1m Paterson Collection

The £1 million Dalmore whisky collection has found a buyer, four years after being launched.
Latest news 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 29 March 2016

Kilchoman’s MacLellan loses cancer fight

John MacLellan, distillery manager of Kilchoman, has passed away following a battle with cancer.
Latest news 15 August 2019

Cù Bòcan relaunches with trio of new malts

The peated whisky brand from Tomatin is now exploring ‘innovative’ combinations of casks.
Latest news 15 November 2016

New Macallan whisky marks Roca partnership

Macallan Edition No 2 celebrates distillery’s collaboration with restaurant El Celler de Can Roca.
Latest news 10 March 2017

Macallan collection set to fetch $500,000

The ‘unique’ set of six single malts, aged for 50-65 years, will be auctioned in Hong Kong.
Latest news 15 August 2017

Macallan pulls bottles after ‘fake’ scandal

The removal from public display follows a hotel guest paying $10,000 for a ‘fake’ 1878 whisky.
Latest news 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 03 December 2018

Chivas 50 raises £21,780 for charity

The whisky was made to mark the anniversary of Manchester United’s 1968 European Cup win.
Latest news 02 October 2019

Octomore 10 single malts announced

The four heavily peated malts from Bruichladdich include the youngest Octomore so far.
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 28 March 2019

Balblair removes vintages amidst revamp

The Highland distillery has replaced its vintages with a core range of age statement malts.
Latest news 07 June 2019

Aerolite Lyndsay heralds new Islay range

The single malt is the first in Atom Brands’ new Character of Islay Whisky Company range.

Features (222)

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 11 April 2016

Lone Wolf: Brewdog’s spirits venture

A hefty dose of experimentation characterises the brewer’s foray into spirits production.
Ask the professor 21 October 2015

The Mortlach Conundrum

Dissecting Mortlach: the Whisky Prof explains the facts behind a spirit distilled 2.81 times.
Features 20 June 2017

Ardbeg: the resurrection

Twenty years on, recalling the night when spirit once again ran from Ardbeg’s stills.
Features 12 February 2018

Worm tubs: the inside story

Big, expensive and hard to maintain, but fans say they’re vital to spirit character.
Food 07 July 2015

The Whisky Chocolatier

Chocolatier Matthieu de Gottal loves whisky – yielding an award-winning fusion of spirit and cocoa.
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.
Ask the professor 24 December 2015

Whisky and maturity: why three years?

Scotch whisky must be at least three years old – but why? War, in part, provides the answer.
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 05 June 2018

Secrets of the lyne arm

Just a pipe linking still with condenser? No, it’s much more complicated, says the Prof.
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!
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?
Ask the professor 27 July 2017

Does yeast affect the flavour of whisky?

It’s one of Scotch whisky’s three ingredients, but opinion differs on yeast’s impact.
Ask the professor 08 January 2018

What’s a mash filter and how does it work?

As rye whisky making returns to Scotland, mash filters are in the news. But what are they?
Features 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 25 May 2016

Bruichladdich: 15 years on

Can the maverick Islay distillery maintain its independence after acquisition by Rémy Cointreau?
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 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.
Cocktails 27 June 2016

The Japanese approach to mixing Scotch

Takayuki Suzuki talks to Dave Broom about the challenges of making cocktails with Scotch whisky.
The whisky virgin 04 January 2016

Invitation to a picnic

The Whisky Virgin longs for a naked picnic staring deep into Jim Murray's inviting, golden eyes.
Features 31 October 2016

Spooky Scotch ghost stories

From disturbed leylines to headless horsemen, distilleries have seen plenty of ghostly goings-on.
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.
The whisky virgin 28 September 2018

Deconstructing whisky words for newbies

What do the words ‘limited edition’ and ‘Master’s Select’ on a whisky label really mean?
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 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.
Cocktails 03 February 2016

The Whisky Sour

Dissecting the wonderful simplicity of what might just be the world’s most beloved whisky cocktail.
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?
Cocktails 24 August 2016

Whisky Cobbler

Turn down the abv but up the flavour with these Scotch whisky takes on the classic Cobbler.
Ask the professor 21 June 2016

Why are whisky stills made from copper?

A burnished copper pot still may have powerful visual appeal, but what are its practical advantages?
Culture 22 January 2019

Whisky books for armchair travellers

Take inspiration from these travel titles for your next whisky adventure.
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.
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 04 July 2016

Morning Glory Fizz

Naren Young illustrates the often overlooked versatility of the humble Fizz cocktail.
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.
Ask the professor 23 September 2015

Does caramel affect flavour?

Caramel in whisky: why is it there, what does it do and does it matter? The Whisky Prof on E150a.
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 19 February 2019

Cocktail Basics: Old Fashioned

Despite endless interpretations, the attraction of the Old Fashioned lies in its simplicity.
The whisky virgin 22 July 2019

Irish whiskey is smooth and light… right?

A search for ancestral roots leads the Virgin on a quest for Irish whiskey’s true style.
Cocktails 20 July 2016

Summer whisky cocktails

Ryan Chetiyawardana serves up a tempting selection of cocktails suited to warmer days and nights.
Ask the professor 25 April 2019

Why does ‘proof’ have multiple meanings?

The term refers to a drink’s alcoholic strength, but the calculation differs around the world.
Cocktails 06 April 2016

Spring whisky cocktails

The last of our spring-themed features – and an indispensable guide to seasonal whisky mixing.
Cocktails 12 January 2017

The Rusty Nail

It’s about time the Rusty Nail cocktail had its day in the sun, says Naren Young.
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.
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.
Cocktails 24 November 2016

The Debonair revisited

This ’90s Scotch whisky cocktail is given a 21st-century revamp with a new recipe and name.
Food 15 August 2017

Taking off: restaurants with whisky flights

UK chefs and sommeliers are increasingly – and successfully – pairing whisky with their menus.
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.
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 14 December 2017

Four books for whisky lovers

Some recommended whisky-related reading matter for the forthcoming festive period.
Cocktails 30 April 2019

Cocktail Basics: Mint Julep

For over 200 years, the Mint Julep has offered icy refreshment on sweltering summer days.
Food 07 October 2019

Scottish salmon’s whisky connection

Scotland’s rivers are among the world’s best for catching salmon, a perfect match for whisky.
Cocktails 26 October 2016

Autumn whisky cocktails

As the temperature drops and the wind blows, whisky shines in a range of seasonal drinks recipes.
Ask the professor 18 January 2016

The importance of water

Analysing the vital – but often misunderstood – role that water plays in the making of whisky.
Ask the professor 18 October 2017

The truth about peated whisky and phenols

The Prof explains you shouldn’t always trust the ppm figure on a whisky’s label.
Food 19 October 2017

How chefs pair food with whisky

Leading British chefs and their sommeliers share their food and whisky matching secrets.
Culture 08 January 2019

Whisky’s perfume connection

The contrasting worlds of whisky and perfume have more in common than you might think.
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.
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 22 November 2016

Food and whisky inspired by the sea

Signe Johansen demonstrates how seaside cooking and drinking can be enjoyed all year round.
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 25 January 2017

Burns Night Scotch whisky cocktails

The world’s best bartenders share their top Scotch whisky cocktail recipes for Burns Night.
Ask the professor 03 August 2015

Why is single malt made from barley?

Single malt whisky is exclusively made from barley – but why? The Whisky Professor responds.
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 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.
Cocktails 24 July 2018

Eight whisky cocktails perfect for summer

Beat the heat with these refreshing sunny-day serves recommended by top bartenders.
The whisky virgin 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.
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.
Cocktails 10 July 2015

Whisky Highball

The timeless whisky and soda receives a 21st century makeover to make its flavours shine.
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.
Cocktails 24 January 2017

Winter whisky cocktails

Bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana shows how a lick of smoke can enhance whisky cocktails in winter.
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?
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?
Features 08 February 2018

How to celebrate International Scotch Day

Whisky should feature, of course, but there are plenty of fun ways to celebrate Scotch.
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?
Culture 06 November 2018

Review: Navigate the Blood

Set in a working distillery, the whisky-themed opera kicked off its Scotland tour in Glasgow.
Cocktails 09 April 2019

Cocktail Basics: Boulevardier

Once the vogue drink of Parisian socialites, the Boulevardier is making a modern comeback.
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 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.
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?
Food 11 December 2017

Matching whisky with Indian food

The UK’s Indian restaurants are pursuing ever more innovative food and whisky pairings.
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 10 September 2019

Why some distilleries use fire-heated stills

The Whisky Professor explores the differences between steam and fire-heated stills.
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.
Culture 13 June 2019

James Joyce’s whiskey connections

Whiskey permeates the family history and works of the man hailed as Ireland’s greatest writer.
Food 17 April 2019

The ultimate Easter egg and whisky pairings

Which whisky will you choose to complement your chocolate indulgence this Easter?
The whisky virgin 26 August 2019

Shining a spotlight on Scandinavian whisky

Our Whisky Virgin’s quest for enlightenment leads him to an examination of Scandinavian whisky.
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 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.
Ask the professor 16 May 2016

Are wooden washbacks better than steel?

The whisky industry is divided in its use of stainless steel and wooden washbacks. Which is best?
Features 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.
The whisky virgin 22 October 2018

What makes a whisky the best in the world?

The Whisky Virgin wonders how seriously to take the preference of just one whisky critic.
Culture 04 April 2019

Lindsay Robertson: learning to love whisky

The acclaimed photographer always thought he hated whisky. Until one morning on Islay…
Food 08 September 2015

Savouring salt

Salt: currency, source of conflict, pre-requisite for human life. And every cook’s best friend.
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.
Ask the professor 19 October 2016

How do Sherry casks flavour whisky?

Sherry and Scotch is a complex topic, but the Whisky Professor is on hand to explain all.
The whisky virgin 12 December 2016

Deciphering age statements, NAS and vintages

How old’s that whisky? Does it matter? Numbers have got the Whisky Virgin’s head in a spin.
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 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.
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 10 November 2016

Puzzled by whisky casks

There’s considerable confusion surrounding cask types, as the Whisky Virgin discovers this week.
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.
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.
Cocktails 02 October 2019

11 Best London Cocktail Week whisky events

From Scotch blending sessions to funky Bourbon BBQ parties, LCW has it all.
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 30 October 2017

Discovering the world of indie bottlers

Not all whiskies are bottled by the distilleries; there’s many a gem among the indie bottlers.
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.
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.
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 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?
Ask the professor 07 March 2017

Whisky or whiskey: why the two spellings?

The Whisky Professor explains why the spelling of ‘whisky’ or ‘whiskey’ differs between countries.
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 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?
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.
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?
The whisky virgin 06 April 2017

What makes a medal-winning whisky?

The Whisky Virgin wonders what the gold, silver and bronze awards adorning some bottles really mean.
The whisky virgin 11 July 2017

Don’t forget about whisky this summer

As the mercury nudges upwards, the Whisky Virgin discovers whisky was made for all weathers.
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 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 02 October 2017

A very expensive date with Diageo

The Whisky Virgin discovers the price of rare whisky, but its value is another question altogether.
Features 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 08 July 2019

Can Scotch embrace the low-abv trend?

As the wellness trend pushes innovation in low-abv drinks, Scotch is playing catch-up.
Features 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 09 August 2016

Tasting panels: do you have what it takes?

A flair for noticing nuances in whisky samples is vital to being a tasting panellist.
Features 17 September 2019

Scotch grain whisky’s pot still revival

Alternative grains are back in fashion as distillers add oats, rye and wheat to their pots.
Features 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 15 December 2016

How to hygge with Scotch whisky

‘Hygge’ is the buzzword of 2016. But what exactly does it mean? And can you do it with Scotch?
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 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 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 18 January 2017

The changing role of the master distiller

As technology advances, so too do the tasks and responsibilities of master distillers.
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 18 May 2016

Phenol fables: peat’s secrets uncovered

Dave Broom explores how peat is cut and burned, and busts myths surrounding PPM and peaty water.
Features 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 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 31 July 2018

15 Scotch whisky distilleries making gin

These are the whisky distilleries gaining a reputation for their Scottish gins.
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 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 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 05 February 2019

The secret history of single malts

The popularity of single malt stretches back to the 1820s, when it was a royal favourite.
Features 02 April 2019

The rise of the community-owned distillery

Owned by its community, a new form of whisky distillery is giving back to the local economy.
Features 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 19 March 2018

Glenugie remembered

With the distillery’s last warehouses set for demolition, we look back at its history.
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 15 March 2017

Torabhaig: countdown to distillery opening

The new Isle of Skye distillery documents key milestones from building work to production.
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 20 June 2019

How oats are making a world whisky comeback

Distilleries are rediscovering the unique flavours oats can bring to whisky.
Features 03 September 2019

Why Scotch distillers are playing with yeast

Scotch whisky makers are snubbing traditionalism and getting experimental with yeast.
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 10 January 2018

How do you define maturity in whisky?

A who’s who of Scotch whisky is on hand to answer this most challenging of questions.
Features 20 August 2018

Glenmorangie: 175 years of whisky making

Looking into the past, present and future of the Highland distillery, founded in 1843.
Features 07 August 2018

What is American single malt whiskey?

Craft distillers are set on defining their own single malt style – just don’t call it Scotch.
Features 07 July 2016

Japanese grain innovation and Scotch

Dave Broom travelled to Japan to explore how distillers are driving innovation in grain whisky.
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 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 05 January 2017

Scotch whisky distilleries to open in 2017

Scotland is set to welcome seven new distilleries in 2017, plus the relaunch of an old favourite.
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 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 01 November 2016

Scotch-loving US Presidents

Charting the ‘special relationship’ between the White House and whisky as the latest election looms.
Features 22 December 2015

A brief history of drinking vessels

From quaich to tumbler to specialist tasting glass, this area of whisky has never stopped evolving.
Features 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 January 2019

Is yeast whisky’s new frontier of flavour?

As one of whisky’s three ingredients, yeast offers huge possibilities in flavour creation.
Features 28 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 27 September 2016

Wild Turkey comes to Glen Grant

Eddie Russell’s first visit to a Scotch whisky distillery in the company of Dennis Malcolm.
Features 27 March 2017

Putting whisky waste to good use

More recently developed eco-friendly uses for whisky waste include powering distilleries and cars.
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 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 05 November 2018

Warming autumnal hipflask whiskies

The best whiskies to fill into your hipflask this autumn, according to the experts.
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 16 June 2016

Drams with dad: Father’s Day whisky memories

Time to celebrate dads everywhere, and to share a glass of his favourite whisky with the old man.
Features 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 20 April 2016

Perth: the rise and fall of a whisky city

Edrington’s move to Glasgow brings to an end The Fair City’s long-standing association with Scotch.
Features 14 May 2019

How to buy a whisky cask

Thinking about buying your own cask of maturing whisky? Here’s a guide to what’s out there.
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 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 12 August 2019

How do hot summers impact whisky production?

From barley field to still house, soaring temperatures can create challenges for distillers.
Features 20 October 2015

The hedonistic charm of the world’s top bars

What qualities have we come to expect from the world’s best bars? Becky Paskin investigates.
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 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 22 May 2018

Inside Macallan’s ground-breaking distillery

Take a behind-the-scenes peek at Macallan’s architectural and distilling marvel.
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 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 01 May 2018

Top 10 whisky Instagram accounts to follow

From Stormtroopers to sushi, these are the instadram accounts to make your news feed next level.
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 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 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 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 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 07 September 2016

Deconstructing the laws of Scotch: basics

Let’s not forget the rules regulating the Scotch whisky industry, says Dave Broom.
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 19 September 2019

How is a whisky cask made?

The construction of a humble whisky cask is more complex than you’d think.
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 10 February 2016

How to store Scotch whisky

Plenty of tips here on how to keep that much-prized Scotch whisky collection in perfect condition.
Features 16 March 2016

Irish whiskey’s Scottish connection

Dave Broom picks apart Scotch and Irish whiskey’s close relationship in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
Features 22 July 2016

Talking rot: deciphering rancio in whisky

What is rancio? And does it occur not only in old Cognac, but also in long-matured Scotch whisky?
Features 01 March 2017

The Whisky Barons: who were they?

Creative, visionary, fearless men who built the foundations of Scotch whisky as we know it.
Features 19 April 2018

Reviving historic whisky brands

Two contrasting projects have plundered the past, resurrecting old names for the 21st century.
Features 17 September 2015

DIY whisky

One man’s journey through the complex and endlessly fascinating pathways of home whisky-making.
Features 28 December 2017

Cadenhead’s: 175 Years of History

The long and eventful story of Scotch whisky’s longest-established independent bottler.
Features 22 July 2016

The mysteries of cask finishing

Secondary maturation in Scotch whisky is a recent, but nonetheless fascinating, phenomenon.
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 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 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 17 March 2016

Are whisky decanters making a comeback?

Delving into the history of the whisky decanter. Could it be set for a 21st-century renaissance?
Features 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 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 02 January 2017

Whisky wishes: Scotch trends in 2017

Experts share their hopes and predictions for Scotch whisky trends in 2017.
Features 03 May 2018

Hammerhead: the Cold War whisky

The strange tale of the Czech single malt born before the Berlin Wall came crashing down.
Features 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 29 April 2019

A whisky history of Easter Ross

The region’s deep whisky roots encompass the likes of Ferintosh, Dalmore and Balblair.
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 27 May 2019

Islay’s turbulent whisky history

It hasn’t always been plain sailing for distillers on Scotland’s ‘whisky island’.
Features 16 September 2019

Glenlivet’s pioneering whisky history

How this remote Highland valley helped to shape the modern world of Scotch whisky.
Features 23 August 2018

The psychology of whisky collecting

It’s made for drinking, so why have some whiskies now become collectors’ items?
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 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 24 October 2016

An autumn harvest of whisky

Fill your glasses with cask-driven whiskies, overflowing with fruits, wood character and memories.
Features 23 January 2017

Winter whisky recommendations

We’ve covered spring, summer, autumn, and now Dave Broom shares his top winter whiskies.
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 24 December 2017

The Christmas Whisky Quiz 2017

Are you a whisky buff or novice? Test your knowledge in our annual whisky quiz.
Features 25 July 2016

Articulating whisky aromas

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

People (56)

Interviews 13 February 2018

Brian Nation, Irish Distillers

The Midleton master distiller talks serendipity, single pot still and experimentation.
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 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 28 September 2017

David Stewart MBE, Balvenie

The malt master and a pioneer of double cask maturation reflects on his career.
Interviews 21 April 2016

Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich

Glenfiddich’s malt master on chemistry, SPPM and being a world bagpiping champion.
Interviews 29 August 2017

Richard Paterson, Dalmore

Dalmore’s eccentric master blender reflects on a lifetime of devotion to whisky.
Interviews 12 July 2018

Giorgio D’Ambrosio, Bar Metrò

One of Italy’s Scotch whisky pioneers, and the man behind Milan’s legendary Bar Metrò.
Interviews 06 March 2019

Billy Leighton, Irish Distillers

The master blender welcomes Ireland’s whiskey renaissance, but with an eye to the past.
Interviews 23 April 2019

Leonard Russell, Ian Macleod Distillers

IMD’s managing director on rebuilding Rosebank and taking calculated risks.
Whisky heroes 17 October 2018

Harold Currie, Isle of Arran

'Hal' Currie brought distilling back to the Isle of Arran after more than 150 years.
Famous whisky drinkers 22 March 2017

King James IV

One of Scotland’s greatest monarchs, with a keen interest in warfare, sport – and aqua vitae.
Famous whisky drinkers 25 January 2016

Robert Burns

Peasant, bard or a bit of both? Reconciling the contradictions surrounding Scotland’s national poet.
Whisky heroes 23 January 2018

Hamish Scott, Ardbeg

He was the man behind the distillery’s cult 1960s and 1970s bottlings – but how did he do it?
Whisky heroes 14 March 2017

Malcolm Gillespie: ‘Gillespie the Gauger’

The shamed excise officer may be more villain than hero, but it depends on whose side you’re on…
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 11 September 2018

Aeneas Coffey

The Irishman’s work on continuous distillation transformed the world of Scotch whisky.
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 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 November 2017

Truman Capote

The author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s was a supremely talented writer with a penchant for J&B Rare.
Whisky heroes 18 February 2016

William Grant

The life of the determined creator of Glenfiddich, Balvenie and Scotch’s biggest family business.
Whisky heroes 13 August 2018

Neil M Gunn

The leading Scottish literary figure was an exciseman before his writing career took off.
Famous whisky drinkers 20 October 2015

Queen Victoria

Despite her stern demeanour, the not-so-merry monarch was a great lover of Scotch whisky.
Famous whisky drinkers 10 December 2015

Robert Bruce Lockhart

From plots to assassinate Lenin to championing malts over blends, the dramatic story of ‘RBL’.
Famous whisky drinkers 15 February 2018

Katharine Hepburn

The four-time Oscar winner had a long and distinguished career – and a love for Famous Grouse.
Famous whisky drinkers 23 June 2016

Sir Kingsley Amis

The sharp-tongued novelist was critical about alcoholic beverages, but passionate about Scotch.
Whisky heroes 29 March 2016

Captain William Fraser

Was the founder of Royal Brackla distillery really as arrogant and spiteful as we’re led to believe?
Whisky heroes 11 December 2018

Dr James Crow

The Scottish chemist is believed to be the pioneer of Bourbon’s sour mash process.
Whisky heroes 12 September 2019

Paddy O’Flaherty, Paddy Irish whiskey

How a flamboyant entrepreneur popularised the eponymous Irish whiskey by selling bar-to-bar.
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 30 November 2015

The Pattison Brothers

Flamboyance, fraud and 500 talking parrots: when boom turned to bust with the ‘Pattison Crash’.
Whisky heroes 16 July 2015

John & James Grant

With a focus on single malt and exports, brothers John and James Grant were ahead of their time.
Famous whisky drinkers 06 February 2019

Ron Burgundy

Great Odin’s raven! To the original Anchorman, ‘Scotchy Scotch Scotch’ is kind of a big deal.
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 03 October 2019

The Cumming family, Cardhu

The saga of the family who went from illegal distillers to pillars of the whisky establishment.
Whisky heroes 04 July 2017

Colin Hay, Ardbeg

The compelling story of the man who rescued the Islay distillery and brought it into prosperity.
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 10 November 2015

Peter Mackie

From White Horse to Malt Mill, the story of one of the Scotch whisky industry’s true pioneers.
Whisky heroes 07 May 2018

Robert Armour, Campbeltown

The story of one of the 19th century’s great black-market whisky still manufacturers.
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 20 September 2016

John Ross

The William Grant distiller on his successes, failures and balancing innovation with brand identity.
Whisky heroes 16 November 2016

Tommy Dewar

The globe-trotting extrovert and born salesman was one of Scotch’s most colourful characters.
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 03 October 2017

William Delmé-Evans

The story of the post-war distillery architect who built Tullibardine, Jura and Glenallachie.
Whisky heroes 12 November 2018

John Jameson

The founder of the Irish whiskey dynasty was a Presbyterian born in Alloa, Scotland.
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 14 September 2015

Sir Walter Scott

The author of Ivanhoe did more than most to romanticise the Highlands – and Scotch malt whisky.
Famous whisky drinkers 18 September 2018

David Daiches

The academic and cultural commentator was also an influential writer about Scotch whisky.
Whisky heroes 27 March 2018

Jimmy Barclay, Ballantine’s and Chivas Regal

From Prohibition to the 1950s, the life of one of Scotch whisky’s greatest entrepreneurs.
Whisky heroes 21 March 2019

Sam Bronfman, Seagram

The story of the flawed business genius who transformed the way the world sells liquor.
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.
Whisky heroes 10 June 2019

John Crabbie

The whisky merchant that left an indelible mark on Edinburgh is enjoying a modern revival.
Whisky heroes 10 August 2015

Joseph Hobbs

The extraordinary story of a man hailed as the ‘Great Gatsby’ of the Scotch whisky world.
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 09 February 2017

Ronnie Cox, Berry Bros & Rudd

A career as colourful as his socks, including staring down the barrel of a gun more than once.
Whisky heroes 20 April 2017

Alexander Edward, Craigellachie

Delve into the life of the forgotten hero behind the Craigellachie distillery, hotel and village.

Collecting & Investing (14)

Legendary Bottlings 10 October 2019

Laphroaig 1967 Samaroli

This celebrated single malt remains, to many, one of the greatest whiskies ever made.
Legendary Bottlings 27 June 2019

Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s .1 series

The coded labels, originally born out of necessity, have created a cult whisky range.
The collectors 17 December 2018

Philip Storry, Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The London whisky lover calls himself an ‘accidental accumulator’, rather than a collector.
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 18 April 2018

Scott Jackson, Rosebank

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

Sandy Hyslop, Chivas Brothers

The master blender on how his whisky collection has transformed into a record of his career.
The collectors 21 February 2019

Gunnar Nilsson, Sweden

The social side of whisky collecting has had a profound impact on the Swede’s life.
The collectors 26 July 2016

Olivier Humbrecht, Highland Park

The winemaker’s fondness for rare Highland Park bottlings came about during a trip to Italy.
The collectors 06 March 2017

Bob Hulsebosch, Glenugie

For nearly two decades, the closed distillery has been a fascination for the Dutchman.
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 May 2017

Reinhard Ellinghaus

A rare look inside the German’s 25-year collection, including a series of 1960s Laphroaigs.
The collectors 19 September 2018

Christophe ‘Billy’ Van Gysel

The Belgian electrician who came late to whisky, but indulges his passion to the full.
The collectors 07 February 2017

Emmanuel Dron, The Auld Alliance

Inside the Frenchman’s astounding whisky collection, some of which dates back to WWII.