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Ardgowan Distillery Embarks on £20 Million Zero Carbon Distillery, Paving the Way for Sustainable Scotch
11-16-2023

Ardgowan Distillery Embarks on £20 Million Zero Carbon Distillery, Paving the Way for Sustainable Scotch


In a monumental leap towards the future of Scotch whisky production, Ardgowan Distillery, hailed as Inverclyde's zero-carbon whisky producer, has officially commenced construction on its groundbreaking £20 million facility, often referred to as the "cathedral of whisky." Representing a synthesis o

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Alcohol Duty Freeze: A Boost for the Industry Amidst Economic Uncertainty
11-22-2023

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Alcohol Duty Freeze: A Boost for the Industry Amidst Economic Uncertainty


In a move hailed as a relief for the alcohol industry, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has announced a freeze on alcohol duty in the Autumn Statement. Hunt emphasized the Treasury's commitment to reducing taxes and alleviating the pressure of inflation, predicting a decrease to 2.8% by the

Revolutionizing Sustainability: Turning Whisky Waste into Green Hydrogen Fuel
01-05-2024

Revolutionizing Sustainability: Turning Whisky Waste into Green Hydrogen Fuel


In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Scotland have devised a revolutionary method to transform the by-products of the whisky industry into a sustainable source of green hydrogen fuel for the future. This innovative approach not only addresses the environmental con

Port Ellen’s Resplendent Return to Whisky Excellence
03-22-2024

Port Ellen’s Resplendent Return to Whisky Excellence


After four decades of silence, the illustrious Port Ellen Distillery on the picturesque Isle of Islay has emerged from the shadows, embracing a new era of whisky craftsmanship. With its grand reopening on the 19th of March, Port Ellen stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Scotch whisky,

Ian Macleod Unveils Plans for Laggan Bay Distillery
05-26-2024

Ian Macleod Unveils Plans for Laggan Bay Distillery


Ian Macleod Distillers, in collaboration with The Islay Boys, has announced the construction of a new whisky distillery named Laggan Bay on the famous whisky-producing island of Islay. This new distillery will be the twelfth on the island, renowned for its distinctive peaty whiskies. The project,

The 2024 Distillery of the Year According To The London Spirits Competition
05-03-2024

The 2024 Distillery of the Year According To The London Spirits Competition


Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Scotland's Inner Hebrides, the Isle of Raasay Distillery stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Scotch whisky craftsmanship. Recently crowned as the Distillery of the Year, this gem of an establishment has captured the hearts and palates of connoiss