Master of Malt launches whisky and gin advent calendars

Whisky and gin lovers will get the chance to enjoy specially created advent calendars from Drinks by the Dram, part of the Master of Malt website which takes bottles of whisky and splits them into 3cl/30ml drams so customers can sample a whisky before committing to buying a bottle.

Till Britze announced as 2013 winner of Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind

First Drinks has announced the winner of this year's Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind competition as Till Britze of the The Last Word, Edinburgh.

Buffalo Trace Antique Collection hits UK

Distributor Hi Spirits has launched the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection in the UK. Five whiskeys make up the collection from the Kentucky distillery.

Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind 2013 finalists announced

The number of finalists competing for the Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind 2013 title has been increased from six to seven, due to the high calibre of the candidates.

Jean Lenoir releases educational tool Le Nez du Whisky

Jean Lenoir, the famed "Nose" and creator of the Le Nez du Vin, is releasing a new book-style case with 54 aromas focused on the different essences of whisky with Le Nez du Whisky.

Whisky experts unveil plans for £10m Glasgow distillery

A team of whisky experts have unveiled plans to build a distillery in Glasgow city centre, on the banks of the River Clyde.

Chivas Regal joins forces with Savile Row Bespoke Association

Chivas Regal has joined forces with the Savile Row Bespoke Association - its latest in a string of partnerships with key brands in the fashion industry.

Wemyss Malts releases largest ever parcel of whiskies

Boutique Scottish spirits producer Wemyss Malts is releasing its largest ever parcel of single cask, single malt whiskies this month.

Whisky research reveals taste can be affected by environment

A change of environment can enhance the experience of enjoying whisky by up to 20% according to new research.

William Grant releases experimental Scotch whisky

First Drinks-distributed William Grant & Sons is breaking with convention to release a new expression that comes from its 50-year-old Girvan Patented still.

Lakes Distillery to produce first British blended whisky

Cumbria's first whisky distillery for over 100 years, the Lakes Distillery, has created a new concept "British Isles blend" for its inaugural product, called The One.

The Glenlivet tasks consumers with selecting next release

The Glenlivet single malt Scotch whisky is calling on its consumers to select its next limited edition release.

William Grant & Sons tops £1 billion turnover for second year running

William Grant & Sons, which produces and distributes leading spirits brands inculding Glenfiddich, Hendrick's Gin and Monkey Shoulder, has reported a 7% increase in sales on core brands year-on-year to hit a record topping £1.06 billion.

Whisky Show 2013 trade day line-up announced

Over 80 whisky brands, 400 whiskies and a selection of masterclasses will be on offer at this year's Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2013 trade session, in October.

New Islay distillery on the cards

Scotland's Islay is to get its ninth distillery, although plans have yet to be made public.

Whisky fans name Glenmorangie single malt Taghta

Glenmorangie, which is running a crowd-sourcing Cask Masters whisky creation programme aimed at getting members of the public involved in the whisky-making process, has announced the winner of a contest run last month to name the single malt, confirming it will be called Taghta, which is the Gaelic word for "chosen".

Scotch Whisky Association appoints new chief

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has appointed a new chief executive.

Douglas Blyde delights in three new releases from Glenfiddich

The minds behind Glenfiddich, the most awarded and potentially most exported single malt whisky, gathered in Piccadily at the HQ of the Royal Society of Chemistry to launch three newcomers to the range.

Glenfiddich's Malt Mastermind competition heads home

The fourth Glenfiddich Malt Mastermind competition will take place in October and, for the first time, will see the final held in Glenfiddich's hometown of Dufftown.

Carol Emmas reports back from Liverpool's Whisky Lounge Fest 2013