March 19, 2015 – For the second consecutive year, a “world” whisky has taken top honors as the “World’s Best Single Malt” in Whisky Magazine’s… 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.
BenRiach Distillery Company Named Distiller of the Year in Icons of Whisky Awards
March 19, 2015 – Whisky Magazine has named the BenRiach Distillery Company as Distiller of the Year in the 2015 Icons of Whisky Awards announced tonight… Read More
“Drop the Duty” Campaign Works As UK Cuts Whisky Taxes
March 18, 2015 – The “Drop the Duty” campaign led by the Scotch Whisky Association and other UK spirits industry leaders has claimed a victory,… Read More
Lunn Leaves Diageo For Popcorn Sutton
March 16, 2015 – In a move that may be a sign of things to come, former George Dickel Master Distiller John Lunn turned up… Read More
UK Scotch Sales Down Again In 2014
March 13, 2015 – With Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne’s UK budget announcement less than a week away, Scotch Whisky Association leaders are turning… Read More
Jameson Adds “Bottle Your Own” Feature in Dublin & Midleton
March 12, 2015 – Irish Distillers is adding a new “bottle your own” feature at its visitors centers in Dublin and Midleton, just in time… Read More
Green Label Mystery Resolved
March 12, 2015 – The mysterious reappearance of Johnnie Walker Green Label at North American retailers in recent weeks has been solved. Sharp-eyed whisky lovers… Read More
DISCUS Chief Cressy To Leave At Year’s End
March 4, 2015 – Adm. Peter Cressy has announced his plans to step aside as CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States… Read More
Ruling Expected Soon on Motion to Dismiss Maker’s Mark Lawsuit
March 2, 2015 – A hearing originally scheduled for today in the proposed class-action lawsuit against Maker’s Mark has been cancelled. U.S. District Court Judge… Read More
Beam Suntory’s Bauder: Bourbon Boom Just Beginning
March 1, 2015 – For Bourbon lovers, it seems like the “Bourbon Boom” has been going on forever. Not true, according to Chris Bauder, general… Read More
WhistlePig Experimenting With Wine Finishes
February 28, 2015 – Whistlepig Rye will be releasing the first in its “Old World Series” of three wine cask-finished expressions in the coming days… Read More
Highlander Inn Sale Delayed
February 26, 2015 – Duncan Elphick’s retirement plans are on hold for at least a month. The owner of the Highlander Inn and its renowned… Read More