Gordon & MacPhail, known for its extra-aged single malt whiskies, has released the oldest-ever single malt (as of this writing), an 85-year-old whisky distilled at… Read More
Stories
Whisky is a passion to explore. From the history of the spirit to the evolution of the industry, the story of whisky helps fuel that passion. Often, it’s easy to forget that whisky is also a global multibillion dollar industry. The stories of whisky — from news and new releases to in-depth inquires and what goes on behind the label — blend together to help us appreciate the spirit of whisky.

Thieves Strike Westland Distillery
Skagit County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating the brazen theft of nearly $1 million worth of whiskey from Westland Distillery. On July 31, a truck pulled… Read More
Diageo Pauses Distilling at Balcones, Dickel, and Teaninich
Diageo, citing a need to re-evaluate “productivity goals,” has halted production at Balcones Distilling in Waco, Texas, the Cascade Hollow Distillery in Tullahoma, Tennessee, and… Read More
Diageo to Shutter Canadian Bottling Plant
Diageo plans to close its main Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ontario next February, eliminating at least 170 jobs. The drinks giant plans to… Read More
Uncle Nearest, Founders Hit With $100 Million Lawsuit
A Louisville-based lender is suing Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey and founders Fawn and Keith Weaver for more than $100 million, accusing the defendants of defaulting… Read More
Morris, Beam Top the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame Class of 2025
The Kentucky Distillers Association has announced the Class of 2025 for the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame, led by Parker Beam Lifetime Achievement Award winner… Read More
India to Cut Scotch Whisky Tariffs
After years of negotiations, India and the United Kingdom have finally reached a free trade agreement that will halve India’s 150% tariff on Scotch Whisky… Read More
American Whiskey Exports Decline in 2024
Exports of Bourbon and other American whiskies fell 5.4% during 2024, dragging down an otherwise successful year for U.S. spirits exports, according to data released… Read More
Tariff Day Sees European Response
U.S. President Donald Trump has hit the “pause” button on new reciprocal tariffs that went into effect at midnight for at least 90 days. The… Read More
Westward Whisky Parent Files for Bankruptcy
Portland, Oregon-based House Spirits, which makes Westward American Single Malt whiskey, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a Delaware federal court. The filing lists… Read More
Trump Announces Sweeping New Tariffs
Whiskies from around the world will become more expensive after U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping new tariffs on virtually all imported goods entering the… Read More
Trump Threatens Massive Tariffs on European Spirits
U.S. President Donald Trump has responded to the European Union’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Bourbon and other American whiskies starting April 1.… Read More