Amidst the post-Brexit scenario, Welsh whisky is set to receive the prestigious protected origin status (PGI), following in the footsteps of its Scottish and Irish counterparts. This distinguished recognition comes as a result of the newly established UK protected geographical indication (UK GI) s
Gordon & MacPhail, the esteemed Scotch whisky company with a legacy spanning over a century, has announced a momentous shift in its approach. The company intends to cease purchasing stock for independent bottlings, marking a strategic focus on whiskies from their very own distilleries, Benroma
The Glenlivet has recently collaborated with Innis & Gunn to produce a new limited edition whisky called The Glenlivet Distillery Reserve Collection: 9-Year-Old Beer Cask Finish Edition. This innovative whisky was crafted by finishing it in an Innis & Gunn beer cask that was previously u
Thomas and Gail Chalmers, residing approximately 350 metres from Diageo's whisky bond in Bonnybridge, Falkirk, have initiated legal action against Diageo Scotland. In their lawsuit filed in the Court of Session in Edinburgh in 2017, the couple claimed damages amounting to £40,000 (US$48,389) due t
The realm of automotive-whisky collaborations may defy expectations, considering the inherent danger associated with combining drinking and driving. However, luxury car brands are irresistibly drawn to luxury whiskies. The most recent example of this allure is the partnership between Coachbuilt
Chivas Brothers , a leading name in the whisky industry, has taken a groundbreaking step by sharing the expertise and insights gained from the successful integration of enhanced heat recovery technologies at their Glentauchers site. The move comes after witnessing significant benefits in carb
In the United Kingdom, the value of rare whisky experienced a decrease of 4% during the period leading up to June 2023. This contrasts with the rise observed in other high-end assets, as indicated by the latest report from Knight Frank. The Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index (KFLII) undert
Bladnoch , Scotland's oldest operational whisky distillery, has introduced The Samhla Collection, a family of exceptionally rare single malt whiskies that encapsulate three generations of Bladnoch's history. The name "Samhla," derived from Scots Gaelic meaning 'symbol' or 'likeness,' pays tribute
Wild Turkey has unveiled its latest release, the Master's Keep Voyage, a collaboration between Master Distiller Eddie Russell and Dr. Joy Spence, the master blender of Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum. For the first time in Wild Turkey's history, they have finished their 10-year-old bourbon i
Renowned Scotch whisky brand Ballantine's has joined forces with RZA, the iconic frontman of Wu-Tang Clan, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the group's debut album. This exciting collaboration will bring a range of product releases in the upcoming months, starting with the highly sought-afte
