Cask and Still
Scotch Whisky distilleries attract more than 2 million visitors
Scotch Whisky distilleries attracted more than 2 million visitors in 2022, it has been revealed. A Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) survey found footfall more than doubled (114%) compared to 2021. Total spend by tourists last year was up by 8.65%, with more than £85m spent in total at sites across Scotland’s five whisky regions, up…
Read MoreWorld’s oldest whisky discovered in the cellar of a Scottish castle
The world’s oldest whisky has been discovered in the cellar of a Scottish castle – nearly 200 years after it was distilled. Around 40 bottles of the whisky, which was distilled in 1833 and bottled in 1841, were found behind a hidden cellar door in Blair Castle in Perthshire. Bertie Troughton, resident trustee at Blair…
Read MoreIsle of Harris: Distiller launches long-awaited first whisky
The Isle of Harris Distillers has launched its long-awaited single malt Scotch whisky. The Hearach – the Scottish Gaelic for a native of Harris – will be available to purchase from 23 September. The first legal dram from the Outer Hebridean Isle of Harris, The Hearach offers an elegant single malt, with fruit and floral…
Read MoreLombard Collection takes centre stage at whisky auction
Some of the world’s finest whiskies, part of the Lombard Collection, are set to be auctioned off. Part 1 of the Lombard Whisky Collection will feature more than 200 whiskies from world renowned distilleries including, Springbank, Bunnahabhain, Brora, Glenury, and Glen Keith. The rare lot will be auctioned on 4 October at McTear’s in Glasgow. …
Read MoreStill Spirited: A Smooth New Scottish Vodka
Ask anyone to think of spirits synonymous with Scotland and whisky will be top of the list, closely followed by gin with the boom in craft productions. But there is one spirit that is joining these titans on the Scottish spirit market: vodka. Brought to you from Still Spirited, this new Scottish vodka certainly made…
Read MoreOnline bidding for the Distillers One of One Auction begins
Online bidding for the Distillers One of One Auction begins today, as Sotheby’s reveal 14 more ultra-rare Scotch Whiskies and experiences to be auctioned off. Among the 36 companies participating in the auction this year, are twelve “Member” donor brands, each donating a unique, never to be repeated lot. Appealing to the world’s leading collectors…
Read MoreWhisky news round up: New expressions
Fettercairn has unveiled the fourth annual release of their limited-edition 16 Year Old expression. The dram offers a finely balanced spirit that accentuates the distillery’s unique tropical style. Bottled at 46.4% ABV, it presents with a rich, golden amber, in natural colour. To smell, warm aromas of tropical fruit are layered with berry fruits, rich…
Read MoreFirst single malt Scotch whisky from isle of Harris to be released
The first single malt Scotch whisky from the Hebridean isle of Harris will be released this month. Isle of Harris Distillers is offering people the chance to be a part of history and join in the first ever dram of this historic malt on 22 September. The Hearach, named after the Scottish Gaelic name for…
Read MoreWhisky expert to auction off collection of rare spirits for new family charity
Whisky expert Charles Maclean is set to auction off a collection of rare spirits for his new family charity. The author has rallied the Scotch whisky industry to donate a collection of highly collectable drams for auction. All the funds raised will go towards the The Maclean Foundation which hopes to raise money for clean…
Read MoreThe Glen Grant launches oldest ever release set to sell for £110,000
The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky has announced its oldest ever release – with the first decanter set to sell for £110,000 at auction. The Glen Grant Devotion is a 70-year-old single malt whisky, many years in the making, and the oldest release from the distillery in its 180 years. Inspired by the reign…
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