The most updated whisky book is celebrating its 20th anniversary – the Malt Whisky Yearbook 2025 is usually published at the start of October and already available to order. This is the latest edition of
New Product: Living Souls Batch #1 Whiskies Including a 40YO Blend
Living Souls is a new Scottish spirits brand specialising in small batch and single cask releases. Founded by John Torrance, Jamie Williamson and Calum Leslie, the independent bottler is committed to creating outstanding limited-edition whiskies
The Inconvenient Truths of Global Travel Retail
As we bid farewell to another TFWA (Tax Free World Association) World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, I have been reflecting on some discussions with industry peers at the event this year. Firstly, the future
Spooky Drinks for Halloween
Halloween is a celebration for kids trick or treating for sweets, but also for adults looking for liquid treats in the creepy spirit of Halloween (on 31st October). Glow in the dark labels, Halloween Limited
New Whisky Map App now available to all – from beginners to experts in whisk(e)y
Since the founding of Alba-Collection Verlag in 2011, the team behind it has been involved in the creation, production and distribution of whisk(e)y maps for all major whisk(e)y regions/countries in the world. These are published
78% of outlets urge UK Government to reduce VAT according to SLTA
The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has released its latest survey, offering a stark snapshot of the challenges facing Scotland’s pubs, bars, and hospitality venues in 2024. As the sector grapples with rising costs and
Whisky Live Paris celebrates its 20th Anniversary!
From Saturday 28th to Monday 30th September, Whisky Live Paris will be turning 20 years old! Bolstered by its growing success since 2004, the world’s largest whisky and spirits tasting event is going even bigger
The Portuguese whisky of Sacavém
In Portugal, it was common to say that the worst hangover you may have had was due to the whisky of Sacavém. This is because of a discovery made on the 5th of February of
Single Malt Pricing in the UK – July 2024
Following my previous post back in December 2023 on Single Malt Price Inflation in the UK, I have updated the data set during July 2024 to review how a selected number of Scotch whisky brands
Viva the Golden Age of Tequila…..?
Of course there is much to celebrate on International Tequila Day (24th July), as Mexico’s “gift to the world” reached unprecedented sales volumes in 2022. However, a question remains on whether the golden age of
The Rum Geography launches global rum platform on World Rum Day
Celebrating World Rum Day, The Rum Geography launches the first global platform for rum lovers to find producers and rum destinations in over 100 countries. The simple to use site offers one of the most
New Product: Glengoyne White Oak Single Malt Scotch whiskies
Ian Macleod Distillers has announced the launch of a new range of whiskies from its Glengoyne Distillery, which celebrate American oak maturation. The White Oak range marks a bold and exciting new chapter for Glengoyne,
World Spirits Alliance 2024 Report
The World Spirits Alliance (WSA) 2024 Study on the Global Economic Impact of the Spirits Sector is the first-ever comprehensive global economic study by Oxford Economics and IWSR. This study explores the depths of the
British Politicians and Booze
As the Labour Party’s Sir Keir Starmer takes up the office of Prime Minister for the UK, following the July 2024 elections, everyone involved in the drinks industry is hoping that more support will be
New Product: Hidden Barn 7yo Bourbon Finished in French Virgin Oak
Hidden Barn, a bourbon brand launched in 2022, has released a seven-year-old double-barreled bourbon on July 7th 2024. The brand has been acquired by Royce Neeley from the Neeley Family Distillery, and continues to be
