Just over six months after breaking ground, and after much speculation from whisky enthusiasts around the world, Elixir Distillers has confirmed that their new Islay distillery will be called Portintruan. Located just outside the town
The English Whisky Map – 4th Edition
As we move into 2022, there are now 40 whisky distilleries from the tip of the south-west to the furthest north-eastern edge of England, at all stages of development; some just getting started, the oldest
Quarter Cask Insights #3
Bite-sized learning on everything and anything relating to wood, casks and the maturation of spirits by Dr. Martin Purvis. One of the most popular posts has been one of some staves in various stages of
Distilleries collaborate to launch the English Whisky Guild (EWG)
The Story of English whisky has just begun….and in response to consumer demand, the English Whisky Guild (EWG) has been established with an overarching vision to showcase and protect the remarkable quality and diversity of
No.1 W&S signs international agreement with premium Venezuelan rum Ron Roble
No.1 Wine & Spirits (W&S) of Sweden has confirmed that an international multi-market distribution agreement has been signed with the multiple award-winning premium Venezuelan rum Ron Roble. The story of Ron Roble begins with a
2022 Craft Beer Marketing Awards’ “Crushie” Winners Announced
The 2022 Craft Beer Marketing Awards (CBMAs) “Crushie” winners were announced recently in two ceremonies. Most of the winners were announced in a virtual awards ceremony on Facebook LIVE and the final winners were announced on stage at the Craft
Quarter Cask Insights #2
Bite-sized learning on everything and anything relating to wood, casks and the maturation of spirits by Dr. Martin Purvis. Maturation loss reduction……. What can be achieved? First you need to understand what is happening –
No.1 Wine & Spirits, Made in Sweden and investing for Growth
No.1 Wine & Spirits AB is an independent spirits private company, originally launched in 2007 and it comes from the beautiful town of Vänersborg, Sweden. The town also provided the company’s founder, Glenn Ström, with
The world’s largest bottle of Scotch whisky to be auctioned
The world’s largest bottle of Scotch whisky, The Intrepid, standing at 5ft 11 inches tall and filled with a record-breaking 311 litres of 32-year-old The Macallan, will be auctioned by leading international auction house Lyon &
Quarter Cask Insights #1
Bite-sized learning on everything and anything relating to wood, casks and the maturation of spirits by Dr. Martin Purvis. I love thinking of a barrel as a catalytic convertor. We get: 1. Additive Reactions a.
Latest M&A in the Drinks Industry – May 2022
Zenith Global has released the latest mergers & acquisitions data across beer, wine and spirits from February to April 2022, including the purchase of a minority stake in Teremana Tequila by Mast-Jagermeister and the sale
New Product: Holyrood Distillery to Introduce Two New ‘Strong Waters’
Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery is set to introduce two ‘Strong Waters’ into the UK market. Launching in April 2022, the new varieties, named Charmed Circle and with an RRP of £34.99, are the result of Holyrood’s
Worldwide Brewers and Cider-Makers Celebrate
Winners from across the world have received their trophy for their outstanding beers and ciders at the world’s most historic international beer and cider competition, the International Brewing & Cider Awards. The prestigious ceremony, held at the Guildhall,
How to Learn more about the Drinks Industry for Free
Knowledge is power and whether you are a wannabe drinks entrepreneur, someone wanting to join the drinks industry or simply looking to extend your knowledge about certain categories or sectors, there is free information available
April Fools’ Day Pranks 2022
Here is a selection of some of the best drinks-based releases on 1st April 2022….something to laugh at during the current shortage of positive news stories. Pictured above is Campo Viejo ‘Rioja Juntos’, the perfect
