Scotch whisky news, analysis and trade intelligence.
Whiskystats says Ardbeg auction prices rose 7.5% in September, the biggest gain since 2019, while Macallan slipped 1.6%. What APAC collectors should know.
Diageo has paused its 2026 Special Releases. What it means for Asian whisky collectors and cask investors, and what remains unconfirmed.
UK spirits duty rises from 1 February 2027. The SWA says tax will reach 74% of an average Scotch bottle. What Asian whisky buyers should know.
India's malt whisky body and the Scotch Whisky Association signed a cooperation pact on authenticity and IP. What it means for APAC buyers, and what is unconfirmed.
Japan imported less whisky by volume in 2025 but spent more, reaching 70.2 billion yen. What the reported figures mean for APAC collectors, and what is not yet confirmed.
Nate Woodruff and VCL North America introduce Wilder Heart Whiskey and Cask Strength, made from three mash bills and aged at least four years.
The SWA told MPs English whisky's new GI lets single malt be made across sites. Defra's reported 5 November deadline is next. APAC cask angle.