Recent Whisky Production Articles

Revolutionising Whisky Production: Introducing the Groundbreaking Cold-Peated Process
09-10-2025

Revolutionising Whisky Production: Introducing the Groundbreaking Cold-Peated Process


Utilising an innovative finishing process, Brother Justus, a distillery based in Minnesota, has successfully crafted the world's inaugural cold-peated American single malt whiskey, marking a groundbreaking achievement. Brother Justus Whiskey Company has filed patent applications in multiple

The Enigma of Ben Lomond: Illicit Whisky Production Facility Found at Scottish Tourist Destination
09-10-2025

The Enigma of Ben Lomond: Illicit Whisky Production Facility Found at Scottish Tourist Destination


In a remarkable development on July 17th, 2023, an illicit whisky production site of great rarity was unearthed at Ben Lomond, Scotland, in late June. This significant discovery was made as part of Project Pioneering Spirit, a collaboration between archaeologists from the National Trust for Scotla

Rosebank Distillery Resumes Production After 30 Years
09-10-2025

Rosebank Distillery Resumes Production After 30 Years


Rosebank Distillery, located in Falkirk, has emerged from a three-decade slumber and recommenced its whisky production operations. This momentous occasion comes nearly six years after the distillery's reopening plans were initially announced. The first cask to be filled is a refill bourbon barrel,

Explaining the Enigmatic Angel's Share in Whisky Production
09-10-2025

Explaining the Enigmatic Angel's Share in Whisky Production


In the captivating world of whisky production, where time-honored traditions and scientific alchemy converge, there exists a phenomenon that carries both a mystical allure and a tangible impact on the final product. This enigmatic phenomenon is known as the "Angel's Share." As the amber elixir slu

Scotch Whisky Exports Face Challenges in 2023 Amidst Shifting Consumer Trends
09-10-2025

Scotch Whisky Exports Face Challenges in 2023 Amidst Shifting Consumer Trends


Scotch whisky's export performance in the first half of 2023 has encountered a decline both in volume and value, marking a departure from the robust sales surge witnessed during the same period in the previous year. A stark reduction of 20% in volume, translating to a staggering 630 million 700ml

New UK Whisky Production Standards Aim to Enhance Quality and Consistency
09-10-2025

New UK Whisky Production Standards Aim to Enhance Quality and Consistency


In a significant development for the UK whisky industry, fresh whisky production guidelines were unveiled on September 12th. These guidelines are designed to guarantee uniformity and superior product quality across the sector. The British Standards Institution (BSI), the UK's national standa

Climate Change Threatens the Future of Scotch Whisky
09-10-2025

Climate Change Threatens the Future of Scotch Whisky


Climate change is not merely an abstract concept; it's a tangible and imminent threat to a wide array of industries, and one of the most unexpected casualties is the world of whisky production. From the pristine barley fields to the venerable distilleries of Scotland, the implications of global wa

Beam Suntory’s Successful Trial With Hydrogen-Powered Whisky Distilling
09-10-2025

Beam Suntory’s Successful Trial With Hydrogen-Powered Whisky Distilling


Beam Suntory, a global leader in premium spirits, is raising a toast to a groundbreaking achievement in the world of whisky production. In a monumental collaboration with Supercritical Solutions, they have successfully conducted the first-ever trial of hydrogen-powered distillation at the renowned