In a significant development for Scotch whisky enthusiasts and the Campbeltown region, Argyll & Bute Council has granted approval for the construction of the Dal Riata Distillery on the picturesque banks of Campbeltown Loch. This ambitious project, spearheaded by Dal Riata Distillery Ltd, enta
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
In a bid to create a secure haven for whisky aficionados and connoisseurs, the Cask Whisky Association (CWA) has emerged on the scene, marking its official launch on September 21st. Comprising a diverse array of members and advisors, the CWA boasts a substantial roster, including cask whisky busin
At the Reuters Impact conference on Monday, October 3rd, 2022 Ivan Menezes, the CEO of Diageo, the multinational alcoholic beverage company, said that he believes Scotland could face a water crisis in the next decade or two due to climate change. Ivan urged businesses and lawmakers to act now or S
William Grant & Sons and Chivas Brothers are required by the Scottish Environmental Agency (Sepa) to stop spills coming from their Glenfiddich and Glen Keith distilleries in Speyside. The businesses have also given Sepa and other conservation organizations money totaling £36,100 in an effort t
On Friday September 23rd 2022, chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced that the plans to increase the duty on alcohol (spirits, beer, cider, and wine) will be canceled. This news comes as part of an overall mini-budget which is an economic policy announcement by the new prime minister Liz Truss which
Plans that were submitted towards the end of 2021 for a new highland distillery on the south bank of the Dornoch Firth have been given the go ahead by Highland Council. The plans submitted were for a new Midfearn Distillery on Midfearn Estate at Easter Fern. This site is close to where
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
A decision from Pernod Ricard to continue exporting its brands to Russia has caused an outrage from whisky consumers even with last week's similar criticism from Absolut Vodka customers. The French firm confirmed this decision extends to its entire portfolio, including brands such as James
The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at the University of Kentucky has celebrated its official opening, marking a significant milestone in advancing research, workforce development, education, and outreach in the spirits industry. Since its establishment in 2019, the institute has play
