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Sunday, 28 June 2026 Scotch Whisky News & Trade Intelligence

Scotch whisky news, analysis and trade intelligence.

Witchmark Distillery offers stone carving
Industry & Markets

Witchmark Distillery offers stone carving

TL;DR Witchmark Distillery in Wiltshire now offers stone carving workshops. This move is part of a broader trend where small English spirits producers create unique visitor experiences

Lakes Distillery to axe jobs as brand home shuts
Industry & Markets

Lakes Distillery to axe jobs as brand home shuts

TL;DR Nyetimber is closing the Lakes Distillery visitor centre, putting 15 jobs at risk. This marks a strategic retreat from experiential tourism, raising questions about the distillery&

Which Type of Scotch Drinker Are You? A Totally Serious Guide
Scotch

Which Type of Scotch Drinker Are You? A Totally Serious Guide

TL;DR The article humorously categorizes Scotch drinker archetypes (e.g., Age Purist, Islay Zealot) to show these identities are serious market segments. Understanding them influences whisky marketing,

Glen Scotia introduces two-day whisky festival
Scotch

Glen Scotia introduces two-day whisky festival

TL;DR Glen Scotia is launching a dedicated two-day whisky festival at its Campbeltown distillery. The event offers intimate access, cask samples, and distillery exclusives, strengthening brand identity

Why spirits slowdown could prompt majors to diversify
Industry & Markets

Why spirits slowdown could prompt majors to diversify

TL;DR Suntory's $1.6bn pharma acquisition signals major spirits firms may diversify due to slowing growth. This could reduce investment in distilleries and impact cask

Ex-BrewDog spirits MD named Eden Mill CEO
Releases & Reviews

Ex-BrewDog spirits MD named Eden Mill CEO

TL;DR Eden Mill appoints Steven Kersley, former MD of BrewDog's spirits division, as its new CEO. The move signals a strategic push for commercial growth