Yellowstone Bourbon donates $25,000 to national parks
TL;DR Yellowstone Bourbon renewed its annual partnership and donated $25,000 to the National Parks Conservation Association. This strategic move connects the brand's heritage to
Whisky Bulletin
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
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
All the Whisky Special Award Winners at the London Spirits Competition 2026
TL;DR The 2026 London Spirits Competition announced its whisky special award winners. Over 70 industry experts judged entries on quality, value, and packaging. Awards cover Scotch, Bourbon,
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
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