The Take That singer Gary Barlow is the latest to become involved in the world of alcoholic drinks through the launch of his own range of organic wines. There is a growing number of celebrities
New Drinks Products to Celebrate Halloween
31st October is once again upon us and as spooky gatherings are set for a return, here are just some more alcoholic drink products inspired by Halloween. This continues to be a reason for brands
The Keepers of the Quaich – a Celebration of Scotch Whisky
The global success of Scotch Whisky has been celebrated with new members of the Keepers of the Quaich being inducted into the international society at a private ceremony held at Blair Castle in Blair Atholl.
An Inside the Cask chat with…Swedish Whisky Girl, Moa Nilsson
Moa Nilsson is a Swedish whisky enthusiast and the person responsible for Swedish Whisky Girl, the Icons of Whisky Communicator of the Year 2021. Moa is also sharing creative content, hosting educational spirit tastings and
What’s the craic with Irish Spirits?
Drinks Ireland, the body representing the Republic of Ireland’s drinks brands and entrepreneurs, has recently launched its 5th annual spirits industry and market report. As expected, the Covid-19 pandemic enforced shutdown had a significant impact
How to find a job in the Drinks Industry
Nicola McRedmond was drawn to a career in recruitment because of a passion for working with people and she is the person behind Drinkability, a recruitment firm operating exclusively in the drinks industry. She was
Craft Watch: Sipello Aperitif
Handcrafted in the Surrey Hills, Sipello is a Bittersweet British Aperitif marrying a gooseberry-led blend of British ingredients such as rhubarb and the little known chuckleberry with sustainably sourced botanicals from around the world. Sipello’s
The Artisanal Spirits Company celebrates success
The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) is based in Edinburgh and it owns The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), which was established in 1983 and currently has a growing worldwide membership of 28,000 paying subscribers. It
Rare Scotch Whisky Report for 2020
Rare Whisky 101 co-founders Andy Simpson and David Robertson have once again released their full year report for 2020, revealing the state of the UK’s whisky auction market. Rare Whisky 101 operates as whisky analysts,
New Product: The GlenAllachie Wood Finishes Range Batch 3
The Speyside distillery, led by iconic Master Distiller Billy Walker, releases Pedro Ximénez, Ruby Port and Madeira wood finished whiskies. The new limited release Speyside Scotch whiskies include an 11-year-old Pedro Ximénez Wood Finish (UK
Another wave of celebrity liquor brands hits the market
The Mexican actress Eva Longoria is the latest in a long list of celebrities with drinks brands, after the launch of her new tequila Casa Del Sol. Here are a few more… For The Celebrity
Having fun at The Gin To My Tonic Show
For the first time in almost two years, I was able to attend a consumer drinks show, being hosted in Glasgow. It was great to finally have the opportunity to sample and interact with representatives
An Inside the Cask chat with…Elwyn Gladstone
Elwyn Gladstone cut his teeth in the drinks industry working on hip brands such as Hendrick’s Gin, Kraken and Sailor Jerry rums. However, he’s best known for creating the colourful, Mediterranean-inspired Malfy Gin, which was
A busy few months at the garden….
As many of you know, I joined the Secret Garden Distillery in early 2021 to help the founder Hamish Martin to bring his story and wonderful message to a much wider audience. It has been
Want to create your own bespoke gin?
Have you ever wanted to created your own gin brand to drink and share with friends or to sell online or at bars? There are a number of different companies providing this service, one of
