Mad Tropikal spirits festival launches in Madrid
TL;DR Mad Tropikal is a new one-day, trade-focused spirits festival launching in Madrid in June. It connects premium whisky and rum brands with enthusiasts and professionals, positioning
Witchmark fills 1,000th whisky cask
TL;DR Witchmark Distillery in Wiltshire has filled its 1000th whisky cask just 18 months after starting production. This significant stockpile provides options for future releases and cask
ProSpirits Report: ‘It’s about exports but also export diversification’
TL;DR The ProSpirits Report 2026 argues Scotch whisky's long-term health requires diversifying export markets beyond the US to mitigate tariff and demand risks. Key opportunities
Lafite 1870 magnums smash estimates in 'immortal' Bordeaux auction
TL;DR Magnums of Château Lafite Rothschild 1870 sold for over $2 million, far exceeding estimates. This shows strong, cross-category collector demand for ultra-rare, well-documented bottles, directly mirroring
Copper & Kings Bourbon Finished in Brandy Barrels Review
TL;DR Copper & Kings releases a straight bourbon finished in its own ex-apple brandy barrels. The whiskey blends classic bourbon notes with orchard fruit from the casks,
Earth Day: top carbon-neutral distilleries
TL;DR Several whisky distilleries, including Bruichladdich and Waterford, have achieved verified carbon-neutral status. This reflects industry pressure from retailers, investors, and the SWA's 2040 net-zero
The Top Whiskey Winners From The London Spirits Competition 2026
TL;DR The London Spirits Competition 2026 awarded Double Gold medals to four whiskies from four different countries. Judged by over 70 trade buyers, these awards signal high