Scotch whisky

The results are in for the 26th Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles

The 26th edition of the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles recently concluded in Renhuai, China. “The major producer countries – France, Italy, Brazil, Mexico and China – confirmed their ranking, but smaller nations such as Japan, Scotland and Bolivia made a name for themselves with remarkable medal rates.” From September 3-5, industry experts […]

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Spirits set to overtake wine as global drinking habits change

According to a report from the World Spirits Alliance released on Wednesday, global sales of spirits such as vodka and whisky are expected to surpass wine as drinking preferences have shifted. The report from Oxford Economics and alcohol market research firm IWSR states 2.67 billion cases of spirits were sold in 2022, almost as many

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Whisky Partners launches app for whisky cask ownership

Cask specialists, Whisky Partners, has recently announced the launch of their new app for whisky cask ownership. It has been designed to make cask ownership simple and accessible to everyone. The new app will also enable collectors to manage their cask portfolios on the move, something Whisky Partners claims to be “the first of its

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Whisky Sales Boosted by ‘Perceived Health Benefits’

Scotch whisky and Irish whiskey sales are set to soar, driven by “health benefits” perceived by consumers, a new study has claimed. “Perceived health benefits of whiskey have made it a preferred drink among those aiming at weight management. Whiskey has no fat and minimum sodium content, which have made it a preferred alcohol for

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Johnnie Walker opens eight-storey visitor centre in Edinburgh

Diageo has recently opened its Johnnie Walker visitor centre on Princes Street in the centre of Edinburgh. The eight-floor experience has been four years in the making and is the centrepiece of Diageo’s £185million investment in scotch whisky tourism in Scotland. “This is a proud day for everyone,” said Diageo chief executive Ivan Menezes. “Johnnie

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Glenfiddich Announces Canadian Artists in Residence Program for 2020

Glenfiddich celebrates 15 years of supporting Canadian art with the launch of its annual “Glenfiddich Artist in Residence Program” This program awards one artist a three-month residency in Dufftown, Scotland. The award includes three-months income, travel costs, all-inclusive accommodations, materials and the opportunity to collaborate with globally celebrated artists. “The Glenfiddich Artist in Residency program

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