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Sir Ivan Menezes - The CEO Of Diageo Passes Away
06-07-2023

Sir Ivan Menezes - The CEO Of Diageo Passes Away


Sir Ivan Menezes, the CEO of Diageo, passed away at the age of 63 following a brief illness. Earlier this week, Diageo announced the appointment of Debra Crew as interim CEO while Ivan Menezes recovered from emergency surgery for a stomach ulcer. Effective immediately, Crew assumed the r

Ardray: The New Blended Scotch From The Owners Of Laphroig and The Owners Of Macallan
06-06-2023

Ardray: The New Blended Scotch From The Owners Of Laphroig and The Owners Of Macallan


Ardray was a collaborative creation between Calum Fraser, the chief blender for Scotch at Beam Suntory, and Suntory's blending team. Together they tested over 200 blends made up of “the very best quality whiskies from distilleries across the Highlands, islands and lowlands of Scotland”.

Isle of Harris Distillers Unveils Their Inaugural Whisky Release: The Hearach
06-01-2023

Isle of Harris Distillers Unveils Their Inaugural Whisky Release: The Hearach


The Isle of Harris Distillery which is celebrating its eighth birthday on September 23, 2023, proudly announces the release of its inaugural whisky, "The Hearach."  This whisky pays homage to the native people of Harris. The official launch will be accompanied by a live streamed event a

Revolutionising Whisky Production: Introducing the Groundbreaking Cold-Peated Process
05-31-2023

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

Plans For A New Campbeltown Distillery Have Been Submitted
05-30-2023

Plans For A New Campbeltown Distillery Have Been Submitted


A single malt whisky distillery is going to be built in Campbeltown , according to a planning application made by Glasgow-based Brave New Spirits. The proposal submitted to Argyll & Bute Council outlines the intention to construct a new distillery at the former RAF Machrihanish airbas

Ichiro's Malt, A Japanese Craft Whisky Producer, Has Announced Plans To Establish A Distillery In Hokkaido
05-28-2023

Ichiro's Malt, A Japanese Craft Whisky Producer, Has Announced Plans To Establish A Distillery In Hokkaido


Venture Whisky is a renowned craft distillery known for its exceptional Ichiro's Malt whisky . Founded by Ichiro Akuto in 2004, the distillery is located in Chichibu, Japan , and has gained global recognition for its dedication to craftsmanship and innovation. Recently, at the esteemed

A New Limited Edition Distillery Release From Aber Falls Has Been Announced
05-28-2023

A New Limited Edition Distillery Release From Aber Falls Has Been Announced


Only 635 bottles of the newDistiller's Cut whiskey from Aber Falls Distillery in Abergwyngregyn will be sold at the facility's visitor centre beginning on May 29. Crafted from a solitary sauternes cask, this single malt whisky possesses a unique and delicately golden hue. The exclusive disti

The Latest Celebrity Partnership: Keanu Reeves And Suntory
05-25-2023

The Latest Celebrity Partnership: Keanu Reeves And Suntory


This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Japanese whisky manufacturer House of Suntory, and to celebrate, the brand has teamed up with actors Keanu Reeves and Sofia Coppola on a new advertising campaign. Suntory is a revered name in the world of spirits, known for its unwavering co

Lochlea Introduces Its First Exquisite Cask Strength Whisky
05-25-2023

Lochlea Introduces Its First Exquisite Cask Strength Whisky


As part of a new yearly lineup, Lowland distillery Lochlea has launched its first cask-strength single malt. Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 by Lochlea Distillery, which is based in Ayrshire, is bottled directly from the barrel at an impressive 60.1% ABV. The spirit was matured in first-

Irish Whiskey Brand - Method and Madness Pushes The Boundaries With Garryana Oak Edition
05-22-2023

Irish Whiskey Brand - Method and Madness Pushes The Boundaries With Garryana Oak Edition


A classic single pot still whiskey finished in Quercus Garryana white oak casks that stretches the limits of Irish whiskey has been released by Irish Distillers brand Method and Madness. The whiskey, described as a "world first" in its category, was aged for four to twelve months in barrels