September 25, 2014 – Brown-Forman will expand its distilling capacity by returning to the company’s roots, with plans to turn two Whiskey Row buildings that… 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.
Laphroaig To Add New Expressions For 200th Anniversary Year
September 24, 2014 – Laphroaig Distillery will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2015, and Beam Suntory plans several new expressions to debut during the year… Read More
The Glenlivet Unveils Winchester Collection
September 24, 2014 – The Glenlivet has kicked off a new range named for Master Distiller Alan Winchester with the release of a 50-year-old single… Read More
Douglas Laing Revives McGibbon’s Golf Range Whiskies
September 24, 2014 – On the eve of the 2014 Ryder Cup at Gleneagles in Scotland, Douglas Laing & Co. has revived its classic McGibbon’s… Read More
Class-Action Lawsuit Targets Templeton Rye’s Origins
September 22, 2014 – A Chicago-based law firm has targeted Iowa’s Templeton Rye as the first whisky brand to face a class-action lawsuit over allegations… Read More
Scotch Whisky Exports Fall During First Half Of 2014
September 22, 2014 – Scotch Whisky exports fell 11 percent during the first six months of 2014 from the same period in 2013, according to… Read More
Diageo Reaches Licensing Deal With The Explorers Club, Will Also Expand F1 Presence
September 21, 2014 – After losing an initial round in New York Supreme Court and facing more costly legal battles ahead, Diageo has reached an… Read More
Scotch Whisky Industry Praises Stability From Independence Vote
September 19, 2014 – After a sleepless night of waiting for returns from around Scotland, Scotch Whisky Association leaders are praising the stability that will… Read More
William Grant & Sons Opens New Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery
September 17, 2014 – Ireland’s newest distillery has opened as William Grant & Sons dedicated its Tullamore D.E.W Distillery, bringing whiskey production back to Tullamore… Read More
Balcones’ Tate Denies Accusations, Claims Investors Plan Hostile Takeover
September 16, 2014 – Chip Tate, the embattled founder and master distiller at Balcones Distillery in Waco, Texas, has formally denied accusations by the distillery’s… Read More
Diageo Opens Bulleit Experience At Stitzel-Weller, Distilling Planned For 2015
September 15, 2014 – Diageo’s commitment to turning Bulleit Bourbon into a global brand continued today with the opening of the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience… Read More
Margie Samuels To Join Kentucky Bourbon Hall Of Fame
September 11, 2014 – Traditionally, the Kentucky Distillers Association keeps the names of its honorees for the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame quiet until the… Read More

