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Month: February 2023
Premiumisation name of game as whisky industry cheers global success
Recent figures illustrate just how important that contribution is to the Scottish and wider UK economies. Global exports of Scotch leapt to more than £6 billion for the first time last year, according to the latest Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) numbers.
Scotland returns to hosting one of the world’s largest whisky festivals
After a challenging few years where large social gatherings were off the table, Scotland is once again opening its arms to whisky lovers from all over the world. The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival is one of the world’s largest whisky festivals and draws connoisseurs of the water of life from over 35 countries. This …
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It’s Pancake Day… but, don’t forget the Whisky!
We all love them, and I mean all, because these days Pancakes can be enjoyed by everyone. From vegan to gluten free there is a recipe to cater for everyone’s dietary requirements. But what about the whisky lovers? I hear you cry. Fret not, we’ve got you covered too! Whisky is one of those versatile spirits …
How buying this whisky helps ocean forests
On a mission to preserve the oceans that are a huge part of their heritage, Talisker has teamed up with not-for-profit ocean conservation organisation, Parley for the Oceans, to create a truly unique whisky, Forests of the Deep. Matured in oak casks that have been charred over a flame fueled by sustainably farmed kelp, this …
Scottish government infuriates whisky industry with advertising proposals
In light of a radical new Scottish government report that suggested the banning of all alcohol-branded merchandise, Scottish whisky distilleries have registered significant concerns over the possible impact on both the tourism industry and the economy in general. What does the report say? The report, which looked at possible methods to reduce the number of …
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The 52-year-old Macallan with a twist
If The Macallan are famous for anything, it’s the sheer world-beating quality of their whisky and their extensive use of sherry casks during the maturation process of their expressions. Using casks formally used to store Oloroso sherry adds a sweetness and complexity to the whisky that simply can’t be achieved using other types of …
