Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News

Black Grouse Scotch whisky launches new expression

Published: 31 July, 2013

The Black Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky has launched new expression the Alpha Edition, which is due in selected Waitrose stores this August.

The Glenrothes releases 2001 vintage Scotch whisky

Published: 30 July, 2013

The Glenrothes has announced the launch of its 2001 vintage Scotch whisky, which will be available in Berry Bros & Rudd in late August or early September.

The Ultimate World Whiskey battle is on

Published: 29 July, 2013

Ireland, Scotland and the US are to go head to head to compete for the title of Ultimate World Whiskey in a "light-hearted battle" to help celebrate The Gathering Ireland 2013.

Bowmore releases 23 YO limited Scotch whisky

Published: 29 July, 2013

Islay single malt Bowmore has released a 23-year-old limited-edition whisky matured in Port casks.

Drinks writers run Ardbeg Half Marathon in memory of Alan Lodge

Published: 25 July, 2013

A team of over 20 drinks writers and representatives of Scottish whiksy distillery, Ardbeg, are to take part in the annual Islay Half Marathon on August 3 to help raise money for the National Brain Appeal in memory of Alan Lodge of The Spirits Business who died from a brain haemorrhage aged just 29 last year.

Buffalo Trace named National Historic Landmark

Published: 19 July, 2013

Kentucky distillery Buffalo Trace has been named a National Historic Landmark by the United States...

Maxxium UK rolls out on-pack pricing

Published: 15 July, 2013

Maxxium UK is to extend its range of price marked packs (PMPs) to drive sales in the convenience channel.

Miss Whisky and Glengoyne host Marie Curie tea party

Published: 11 July, 2013

Miss Whisky, aka Alwynne Gwilt, is hoping to raise money for the Marie Curie Cancer Care charity by hosting...

Speyside distilleries release their oldest single malts

Published: 10 July, 2013

BenRiach and GlenDronach distilleries, both located in Speyside, have announced the release of their oldest...

Cutty Sark whisky sales growing 'rapidly'

Published: 05 July, 2013

The Edrington Group-owned Cutty Sark whisky has halted its declining sales to see the brand launch into over 30...

Grant's wins big at Scotch Whisky Masters 2013

Published: 01 July, 2013

Grant's 18 Year Old blended Scotch whisky was awarded the Master title at the 2013 Scotch Whisky Master Awards and also received a gold medal for its 25 Year Old.

The Whisky Shop offers £150k bottle

Published: 24 June, 2013

The Whisky Shop is selling one of the world's most expensive whiskies in its flagship Piccadilly store.

William Grant releases Nordic Glenfiddich expression

Published: 19 June, 2013

William Grant has launched Glenfiddich Cask of Dreams, an expression of the Scotch whisky which is finished in Nordic oak.

Niche Scotch whiskies enjoy growth

Published: 18 June, 2013

Niche whiskies are experiencing sales growth as consumers search for something different, the trade heard at Vinexpo this week.

Pernod Ricard reopens Glen Keith distillery

Published: 17 June, 2013

French drinks group Pernod Ricard has reopened the Glen Keith Scotch whisky distillery as it bets on future generations' thirst for Scotland's "water of life".

Benromach announces distillery expansion plans

Published: 11 June, 2013

Benromach, Speyside's smallest distillery, has annouced plans for major expansion in order to meet growing demand for its single malt whisky.

The Balvenie launches new batch at whisky fête

Published: 10 June, 2013

William Grant is to launch The Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 8 at The Balvenie Whisky Fête in London's Tavistock Square this week.

Pernod Ricard to launch Royal Salute Diamond Tribute

Published: 05 June, 2013

Pernod Ricard's Scotch whisky arm Chivas Brothers has announced the global launch of its latest expression under luxury...

Glenfarclas and Hine join forces for 1953 vintage

Published: 24 May, 2013

Glenfarclas Scotch whisky and Hine Cognac have joined forces with the Queen's cabinet maker to create a pair of obelisks to house the 1953 vintages of each product.