Scotch whisky news, analysis and trade intelligence.
TL;DR Brown-Forman has halted production at Slane Irish Whiskey Distillery in County Meath for multiple years, citing weak market conditions. Existing stock will sustain the brand, but
TL;DR Botanical vodka has grown 18% in volume over three years and is expanding fastest in the £30–£50 tier where gin has stalled. Ten key bottles
TL;DR Michter's 2026 US*1 Barrel Strength Sour Mash (54.6% ABV) defies bourbon and rye definitions, offering single malt-adjacent complexity from Louisville. Limited single-barrel
TL;DR Starka Distillery's bid deadline is imminent. The greatest acquisition value lies in its aged rye cask inventory, brand repositioning potential in premium markets, and
TL;DR Botanical vodka is growing fast, with no regulatory definition and significant infrastructure overlap with craft whisky. Ten key bottles illustrate the category's range, from
TL;DR Edinburgh's Independent Spirits Festival showcased 500+ expressions from independent bottlers, signalling strong collector demand for aged single casks, closed-distillery stock, and transparent provenance — with
TL;DR Starka Distillery is for sale with a bid deadline imminent. Its spokesperson identifies aged rye cask stock as the most valuable asset. The sale is a