Loch Lomond ‘Grainstorm’ Peated Single Grain Whisky Review
TL;DR Loch Lomond releases Grainstorm, a peated single grain Scotch made from 100% malted barley. This unusual whisky combines peat smoke with a lighter grain texture, challenging
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Higher ABV spirits to face higher tax in Karnataka
TL;DR Karnataka plans a graduated liquor tax based on alcohol strength. This will increase duties on high-ABV spirits like premium Scotch and Indian single malts, potentially raising
Behind the celebrity spirits: people, stories & strategy
TL;DR Trade buyers are demanding more credibility from celebrity spirits brands. They now require proof of genuine production partnerships, transparency, and long-term commitment, forcing ventures to invest
Pursuit Spirits Rye Chosen for 2026 Whiskey Row Series
TL;DR Pursuit Spirits' rye whiskey, featuring a never-before-released stave profile, is selected for the 2026 Whiskey Row Series. This breaks the series' recent bourbon trend,
Whiskey Del Bac Normandie Review
TL;DR Whiskey Del Bac Normandie is a limited American single malt finished in ex-Calvados casks. It combines the distillery's signature mesquite smoke with apple brandy
The English Distillery Gently Smoked Sherry Hogshead Review
TL;DR The English Distillery's Gently Smoked Sherry Hogshead is a credible, lightly peated English single malt. It combines subtle smoke with sherry cask notes, targeting
Falkirk Distillery makes cinematic debut
TL;DR Falkirk Distillery, a young Lowland single malt producer, is the main filming location for a new Brian Cox film. This promotional partnership aims to accelerate brand