February 4, 2014 – Global demand for Bourbon and Tennesee Whiskey helped push US spirits exports to a new record during 2013, with total projected… 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.
US Government Relaxes Travel Retail Carry-On Restrictions
January 31, 2014 – It’s become a ritual when flying into the US…clear passport control, claim your bags, and then try to cram that bottle… Read More
The Week’s Whisky Industry News & Notes
January 31, 2014 – Here are some of the headlines in this week’s whisky industry news: LVMH has named Marc Hoellinger the full-time CEO of… Read More
Highland Park Adds Freya To Valhalla Collection
January 31, 2014 – Thor was the warrior, Loki the trickster. Now, Highland Park is expanding its Valhalla Collection of single malts with Freya, named… Read More
Diageo Releases More Details On Orphan Barrel Whiskies
January 30, 2014 – Diageo’s North American unit is releasing more information about the upcoming launch of its Orphan Barrel line of whiskies, following an… Read More
Kentucky Bourbon Affair “Golden Tickets” Sell Out, Single Event Tickets On Sale
January 29, 2014 – The inaugural Kentucky Bourbon Affair scheduled for May 14-18 in the Louisville area has sold out all 50 of its “Golden… Read More
Teeling Whiskey Gets Green Light For Dublin Distillery
January 29, 2014 – Whiskey distilling will return to Dublin later this year, now that planning permission has been granted for the Teeling Whiskey Company’s… Read More
Force India F1’s 2014 Car Debuts Without Whyte & Mackay
January 28, 2014 – Sahara Force India, the Formula One team led by Vijay Mallya, made its 2014 pre-season testing debut today in Jerez, Spain.… Read More
Mogwai Becomes Latest Band With Its Own Whisky
January 27, 2014 – In the peak of the Rock ‘n Roll era, musicians just drank whisky. Now, they have their own whiskies. Mogwai, the… Read More
Jean Donnay Calls Islay “Magical”, To Start Distillery Construction in May at Gartbreck Farm
January 27, 2014 – Islay will get its newest — and smallest whisky distillery now that planning permission has been granted for Jean Donnay’s new… Read More
anCnoc Releases Limited Edition 1999 Vintage
January 27, 2014 – anCnoc is releasing the latest in its vintage series of single malt Scotch whiskies from the Knockdhu Distillery near Huntly in… Read More
Speyside Politicians Call For Whisky Tourism Summit
January 26, 2014 – Moray is the heart of Speyside, and the region’s parliamentarians are calling for a summit with the chief executives of Diageo… Read More