WSTA turns spotlight on English and Welsh whisky with new ‘trail’

The WSTA has launched an English and Welsh whisky trail to further boost growth of a sector that lay dormant for than a century.

Brown-Forman appoints Mangrove as UK distributor for its Scotch Whisky portfolio

Brown-Forman has appointed Mangrove Global as the exclusive UK distributor for its premium Scotch Whisky portfolio.

Distell to debut six expressions at inaugural malt whisky showcase

African company Distell is launching six limited release whiskies across its single malt portfolio this September to coincide with its first annual showcase event.

Scotch Whisky achieves trademark certification in South Africa

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has successfully registered ‘Scotch Whisky’ as a certification trademark in South Africa.

Edrington-Beam Suntory launches first Maker’s Mark campaign in a decade

Edrington-Beam Suntory has turned the spotlight on Maker’s Mark with the first campaign for the premium American bourbon in 10 years.

SWA calls for zero tariffs on whisky making materials

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has called for zero tariffs on imports of whisky making materials in the Brexit negotiations.

Scotland's Tomatin distillery reports double-digit growth

Scotland's Tomatin distillery has reported a near 25% jump in turnover.

Proposed charter for English whisky

Copper Rivet Distillery is working on a charter aimed at underpinning quality in the growing English whisky category, initially looking to lead by example while attracting other producers to join the conversation.

Justerini & Brooks reclaims UK distribution of J&B Rare whisky

Justerini & Brooks has reclaimed the exclusive UK distribution of its house whisky - J&B Rare, after a 21 year gap.

Diageo earmarks £150m for investment in its Scotch whisky experience

Diageo has announced it will invest £150 million in its Scotch whisky experience across the next three years.

Alcohol boosts British food and drink exports

British drink and food exports are growing with alcohol, especially whisky, driving the market, research by GS1 UK has revealed.

New direction for Jura with signature range

Scottish malt whisky maker Jura has announced a major image overhaul via a bold new signature series.

Scotch Whisky enjoys record-breaking year for exports

Scotch Whisky has enjoyed a record-breaking year for exports with both value and volume sales on the rise.

Arbikie goes against the grain with Scottish rye whisky

Scotch is one of the UK’s most formidable trademarks, with a global export presence worth £1.8 billion in the first half of 2017, according to HMRC.

UK distillery number doubles in five years

The number of UK distilleries in the UK has doubled in the past five years, boosted by the gin boom.

Berry Bros. & Rudd goes Daft for new whisky addition

Berry Bros. & Rudd has revealed a new global distribution agreement with Daftmill Distillery - one of only two Scottish spirit distilleries that can use the term ‘single estate’.

New government food and drink council to secure global trade

Plans revealed for The GlenAllachie Distillery

The new owners of The GlenAllachie Distillery have unveiled new plans for the Speyside site since taking over from Pernod Ricard in in July.

Durham secures £250,000 investment

Craft distillery Durham has received a £250,000 investment from the Finance Durham fund managed by Maven Capital Partners.

Brexit boosts Scotch whisky tourism

Scotch whisky distilleries has posted a record 1.7 million visits during 2016 – an increase of almost 8% compared to the previous year, according to new research from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).