In September 2013, the EU opened an investigation into the quality of Chinese electric cars. The results pumped higher tariffs on EVs from China and opened tit-for-tat tariff wars. That same year, the first Chinese response was to impose a 30%—39% tariff on Conac vodka. This had a devasting impact on the EU whisky industry, […]
Learn the secrets to crafting the perfect Choker Cocktail – a modern twist on a timeless drink.
The founder of Nant Distting appeared in court earlier this week under charges of defrauding investors in a whisky investment scheme. Whisky investment fraud has become popular in the last two decades, relieving victims of hundreds of thousands of dollars. The distillery founder, now accused, appeared in a video conference during a scheduled hearing at […]
Learn how to make De Rigueur Cocktail, a sophisticated blend of whiskey and vermouth. Discover the perfect recipe and expert tips for crafting this classic drink at home.
The Lancaster Spirits Company (LSCo) has created a Founders’ Reserve program to empower whisky enthusiasts. The whisky membership club program gives members direct access to spirit tasting. The new club is an alternative to cask investment programs and grants members similar benefits. Members can enjoy new and rare expressions and participate in tours. The distillery was […]
Kavalan Distillery has released its first spirits for the 2025 production year. Dubbed Grand Reserve No.1 and No. 2, both are released exclusively to Lotte Duty Free. The distillery has created unique expressions using Vinho wine casks, with the oak treated using the shave-toast-recharge (STR) technique. Whisky makers are trending this process to extract additional […]
The Highland Park distillery has released a 56-year-old whisky that has become its oldest bottle yet. The spirit comes from one of the never-before-tasted casks laid down from the distillery’s inception. In February 2023, the distillery released a 54-year-old spirit, which was Highland Park’s oldest expression at the time. Sometimes, it takes a new face to […]
Discover perfect food pairings for the Bunny Hug Cocktail, a classic mix of gin, whiskey, and absinthe. Learn expert tips for enhancing this potent drink with complementary dishes.
The Ayrshire-based distillery Lochlea has released a new limited edition whisky as it heats up the celebration of its sixth anniversary. The spirit represents the second age statement by the brand in two years. Last year, Lochlea rolled out its first age-statement whisky, breaking records as the expression sold out on its first day. The […]
The UK Treasury’s record tax increase on the whisky industry in 2023 has backfired. A report shows a daily loss of almost £500K for the Treasury department compared to the previous year. In 2023, the UK Treasury Department increased the general consumption tax on whisky to increase income and budget power. However, since introducing the […]
