May 9, 2013 – Whyte & Mackay’s Jura single malt whiskies are getting a new package design, along with names for each of the expressions… 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.
New Ardnamurchan Distillery Names First Manager
May 8, 2013 – Ardnamurchan Distillery, currently under construction on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula in northwest Scotland, has named its first manager. The Herald reports veteran… Read More
Murray McDavid Sold to Aceo
Updated May 13, 2013 – One of the questions surrounding last year’s acquisition of Bruichladdich by Rémy Cointreau focused on the future of Murray McDavid, the… Read More
Wine Enthusiast Honors Charbay’s Karakasevic & Rock Town’s Lewis
May 7, 2013 – Wine Enthusiast Magazine has named its annual “Top 40 Tastemakers Under 40” – honoring rising young Americans in the world of… Read More
Diageo CEO Paul Walsh to Step Down
May 7, 2013 – In a move that had been anticipated for some time by drinks industry observers, Diageo CEO Paul Walsh has announced his… Read More
Revitalized Tamdhu Introduces New Malts
May 4, 2013 – Tamdhu Distillery made its re-appearance on the whisky stage today during the Spirit of Speyside Festival with the release of its… Read More
The Glenlivet Releases a Mystery Malt
May 4, 2013 – Most new whiskies are released with fanfare, news releases, samples, and details practically down to the shoes the stillman was wearing… Read More
Laphroaig Updates Packaging Across Range
May 3, 2013 – Laphroaig has unveiled a new packaging design for its entire range of Islay single malts. The design includes new labels and… Read More
Scottish Court Upholds Minimum Pricing
May 3, 2013 – The Scotch Whisky Association lost what appears to be just the first round of litigation over a government plan to impose… Read More
Beam Reports 22.6% Profit Hike On Maker’s Mark Controversy
May 2, 2013 – Beam Inc. reported first quarter earnings of $0.64/ share today, well above the estimates from Wall Street analysts. The 21% gain… Read More
Loch Fyne Whiskies Sold
May 1, 2013 – Loch Fyne Whiskies, the Inverary-based retailer known as much for its wide variety of Scotch whiskies as for its irreverent nature,… Read More
Laing Brothers Go Their Separate Ways
May 1, 2013 – The second-generation brothers of Douglas Laing & Co. have split the company in what Fred and Stewart Laing are both calling… Read More



