Scotch whisky news, analysis and trade intelligence.
TL;DR Euromonitor analysts warn that spirits premiumisation is stalling amid weaker consumer spending. For the whisky trade, this challenges distillery pricing strategies, mid-tier single malt demand, and
TL;DR India's state-controlled alcohol distribution system is leaving spirits suppliers unpaid, threatening cash flow across the trade. For Scotch whisky exporters and cask investors, the
TL;DR Isle of Raasay Distillery and Duisdale House Hotel have launched a whisky supper club pairing rare cask expressions with formal dining on Skye, a strategic move
TL;DR Heaven Hill has launched a limited Elijah Craig bourbon tied to the 2026 PGA Championship, extending the brand into golf sponsorship as bourbon producers compete for
TL;DR Diageo has beaten quarterly expectations under CEO Sir Dave Lewis, with international market growth offsetting North American weakness. The result is a cautious positive signal for
TL;DR The Asian Spirits Masters 2026 awarded medals to producers across Japan, Taiwan, India, and emerging nations. Results validate Asian whisky quality for importers and cask investors,
TL;DR Diageo has reported a 15.4% drop in US spirits sales in Q3, with CEO Dave Lewis admitting the North American business needs to be more