Posts Tagged ‘whisky news’
Scotland and Mexico combined in a new whisky
Scotch whisky Dewar’s has announced the release of a new dram with a difference. Ilegal Smooth takes Dewar’s 8 year-old double-aged blended Scotch whisky, and finishes it in Ilegal Mezcal casks. The second in a new cask-finished series of whiskies, Dewar’s Ilegal Smooth aims to find new whisky appreciators through partnering with Ilegal, a artisanal…
Read MoreSupporting the on-trade whisky community
As the spirits trade faces mounting challenges from the impact of the Coronavirus crisis, Douglas Laing & Co has today announced The Epicurean Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky will support the on-trade workforce on two fronts. The plans confirm that with immediate effect, The Epicurean Lowland Malt is committed to donating £1 for every litre of…
Read MoreLift the spirits with whisky pronunciations
In these trying times it can be hard to find something to smile about. Put your hand up – how many whisky distilleries have you been pronouncing wrong? There’s no shame in it, unless you’re talking to James Russell of Cask Trade, who’s always more than happy to correct you. This time, the team caught…
Read MoreArdbeg launches search for new distillery manager
The Ardbeg Distillery has launched a search for a new distillery manager. In October this year, Mickey Heads will retire as manager after 13 years in the role. During Mickey’s time, he has played a part in the spectacular growth of the Ardbeg brand while maintaining the impeccable quality of the whisky. He has also…
Read MoreTullibardine reveals its latest single malt whisky
Tullibardine has unveiled the newest addition to its award-winning whiskies – the Tullibardine 15-Year-Old. The latest creation is a single malt, distilled after the reopening of the distillery in 2003 and has been carefully matured in first fill bourbon barrels, under the watchful eye of Tullibardine’s master distiller. Tullibardine’s 15-Year-Old boasts a delightful range of…
Read MoreJohnnie Walker releases limited edition Jane Walker
With International Women’s Day taking place on Sunday, 8 March, Diageo is celebrating its craftswomen. Diageo is proud to support its Craftswomen program, celebrating the talented, bold and pioneering women who make some of the world’s most beloved spirits, including Johnnie Walker master blender Emma Walker. Coinciding with the launch of Craftswomen, Diageo will introduce…
Read MoreWilliam Grant & Sons to launch in Germany next year
William Grant & Sons has announced it will launch a wholly owned distribution company in Germany from 2021. This announcement comes as part of the business’ ongoing strategy to get closer to customers and to continue building its world-renowned brands, including Glenfiddich, Tullamore DEW, Grant’s and Hendrick’s the William Grant & Sons way. Markus Kramer…
Read MoreDistell collect 11 trophies at World Whisky Awards 2020
Bunnahabhain, Tobermory and Deanston’s distilleries are among Distell’s 11 award wins at this year’s highly acclaimed World Whiskies Awards. The group’s range of Scottish single malts featured heavily across numerous categories. Tobermory Distillery, which produces both Tobermory Whisky and peated expression, Ledaig, uses the colourful cottages and the island’s natural beauty as inspiration throughout the…
Read MoreFamous Grouse mark Leap Year with new video
The Famous Grouse has launched a new digital campaign, Extra 24, to encourage drinkers to make the most of their bonus leap year day by spending it in ‘Grouse Country’ with closest friends and loved ones. Extra 24, will live on the brand’s social channels and launched with a short film showing four different individuals…
Read MoreNew blended whisky is guaranteed to be Waterproof
MacDuff International has launched its new blended malt Scotch whisky, named Waterproof. Waterproof aims to stand out from the crowd, as the bottle is yellow, while the contents are sourced from a handful of top distilleries. The sherry-influenced whisky is batch bottled at higher than normal strength, while its name and look have been inspired…
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