UK Whisky Exports to Thailand and the Philippines Diverge in H1 2026: What Asian Buyers Should Watch
UK whisky exports rose 2.2% to £2.5bn in H1 2026, but Philippine volumes fell 70.4%. What the FDF data shows for Asian buyers.
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Scotch Whisky Industry Asks UK to Cut Spirits Duty: What It Means for Asian Buyers
The Scotch Whisky Association wants a spirits duty cut in the UK's October Budget. Here is what is confirmed and why Asian buyers are watching.
US Drops Scotch Whisky Tariff to Zero: What It Means for Asian Cask Investors
The US ended its 10% tariff on Scotch on 24 July 2026. Here is what it means for cask values, Asian exporters and APAC investors.
Tasmania's Sullivans Cove Whisky Sets Its Sights on Seven Asian Markets
Tasmania's Sullivans Cove is targeting Hong Kong, China, Singapore and four more Asian markets. Here's what the move means for whisky collectors.
Ardbeg's First Permanent 15-Year-Old Lands September 15: What Trudernish Means for APAC Whisky Buyers
Ardbeg's first permanent 15-year-old single malt launches 15 Sept at £80. What's in the bottle, and why APAC buyers should take note.
UK Budget Set for 28 October: What a Scotch Duty Decision Means for Asian Cask Investors
Scotland's First Minister backs a Scotch duty cut ahead of the 28 October UK Budget. What it means for Asia-based whisky cask investors.
Japanese Whisky Jumps 44% in Global Duty-Free Sales as Cognac Slumps
IWSR data shows Japanese whisky led global travel retail growth in 2025, even as Asia-Pacific's own spirits market lagged. What it means for investors.