Recent Whisky News

Noble Rebel - A New Brand Launched By The Loch Lomond Group
02-19-2023

Noble Rebel - A New Brand Launched By The Loch Lomond Group


The Loch Lomond Group has launched a new blended malt Scotch whisky brand called Noble Rebel. The goal of the new brand is to creatively push boundaries in the pursuit of flavour creation. The flavours of Noble Rebel's three different expressions—Orchard Outburst, Smoke Symphony, and Hazelnu

India Surpasses France To Become The UK's Biggest Market For Scotch Whisky
02-12-2023

India Surpasses France To Become The UK's Biggest Market For Scotch Whisky


The Scotch Whiskey Association (SWA) revealed data on Friday, February 10, that showed how India became the largest importer of Scotch whisky in 2022 as exports of the beverage shattered records and for the first time reached more than £6 billion.  Overall the value of Scotch Whisky exp

The Deacon: A New Scotch Whisky - “Expected To Disrupt The Whisky Category”
02-08-2023

The Deacon: A New Scotch Whisky - “Expected To Disrupt The Whisky Category”


The Deacon scotch whisky was launched on Feb 3rd, 2023 by wine and spirits company Sovereign Brands in association with French spirits tycoon Pernod Ricard. In a press release, Sovereign Brands made the bold claim that The Deacon, the company's inaugural whisky offering, "is ready to upset the whi

Uncovering the Skincare Benefits of Whisky By-Products: The Surprising Secret to Radiant Skin
02-06-2023

Uncovering the Skincare Benefits of Whisky By-Products: The Surprising Secret to Radiant Skin


A by-product of whisky has been shown to have positive effects on skin. It can reduce redness and puffiness A study from Aberdeen’s Robert Gordon University (RGU) has discovered pot ale, a byproduct of the whisky-making process that is used for animal feed, has been shown to provide antioxid

Lawsuit Against Fireball Whisky Over Mini Bottles Not Having Whisky In It
01-27-2023

Lawsuit Against Fireball Whisky Over Mini Bottles Not Having Whisky In It


Fireball is under fire for allegedly trying to trick its consumers by offering two distinct types of alcohol. Yes, you might want to take a closer look at that bottle of Fireball if you want to ramp it up this weekend and relive your college days. According to a recent class-action complaint, Fire

Row Over Pay Causes Diageo Whisky Workers Set To Month Long Strike
01-17-2023

Row Over Pay Causes Diageo Whisky Workers Set To Month Long Strike


A dispute over wages has led to workers at a Diageo Scotch whiskey distillery contemplating weekend strike action. On January 17, a first strike at the facility in the Scottish town of Leven started and lasted for 48 hours. There will be further halts in the upcoming months. Unite the Union, which

Angel Chen & Johnnie Walker Collaboration For A Limited Edition Lunar New Year Bottle
01-03-2023

Angel Chen & Johnnie Walker Collaboration For A Limited Edition Lunar New Year Bottle


We are now in the Year of the Rabbit, which signifies that throughout the year, the heavenly animal will take center stage. The bunny has previously been used to embellish watches and fashion designs. With the addition of this limited-edition Lunar New Year bottle from Johnnie Walker, you can now

Jim McEwan Awarded MBE
01-01-2023

Jim McEwan Awarded MBE


The New Year Honours List was released today, and the Scottish Secretary has congratulated the numerous members of Scottish society who have received recognition. Among those is James McEwan from Islay, four times Master Distiller of the Year and inductee to the Whisky Hall of Fame. Congratula

Elements of Islay Overhauls Its Core Range
11-16-2022

Elements of Islay Overhauls Its Core Range


Elements of Islay is a rotating range of single malts launched by London-based Elixir Distillers in 2008. This autumn it reimagines its core range of blended malt whiskies. The core range will comprise three whiskies, Elements of Islay Cask Edit, Elements of Islay Bourbon, and Elements of Islay Sh

Penderyn Announces Ninth ‘Icons of Wales’ Bottling - The Headliner
10-17-2022

Penderyn Announces Ninth ‘Icons of Wales’ Bottling - The Headliner


The Headliner - the Ninth ‘Icons of Wales’ commemorates David Lloyd George Wales’ only UK Prime Minister. David Lloyd George was known for making more headlines than any other 20th century statesman, hence the name “The Headliner”. David Lloyd George accidentally created the Welsh premium wh