Thursday, 11 June 2026 Whisky Trade Intelligence

Scotch whisky news, analysis and trade intelligence.

Diageo £1508.5 ▲0.33% · Pernod Ricard €63.4 ▲2.06% · Brown-Forman $26.7 ▲1.10% · LVMH €492.3 ▲2.04% · Rémy Cointreau €44.0 ▲3.04% · MGP Ingredients $16.5 ▲0.00% · Asahi ¥1,538 ▲3.02% · Kirin ¥2,704 ▲2.56% · Suntory BF ¥4,308 ▲1.25% · As of 11 Jun 2026 18:15 SGT
Ian Somerhalder chats American whiskey trends
Scotch

Ian Somerhalder chats American whiskey trends

TL;DR Ian Somerhalder identifies key 2026 American whiskey trends: premiumization, cask finishing, and demand for transparent, founder-led brands. His brand, Brother's Bond Bourbon, competes in

Brown-Forman Debuts TFWA Singapore Whisky Booth
Industry & Markets

Brown-Forman Debuts TFWA Singapore Whisky Booth

TL;DR Brown-Forman launched an immersive whisky booth at TFWA Singapore, featuring travel-exclusive GlenDronach Scotch and Jack Daniel's expressions. The activation highlights a strategic push into

Brown-Forman ‘rebuffs Sazerac bid’
Industry & Markets

Brown-Forman ‘rebuffs Sazerac bid’

TL;DR Brown-Forman, owner of Jack Daniel's and Woodford Reserve, has reportedly rejected a takeover approach from Sazerac, owner of Buffalo Trace. The Brown family'

Brown-Forman rejects Sazerac’s $15bn takeover approach
Industry & Markets

Brown-Forman rejects Sazerac’s $15bn takeover approach

TL;DR Brown-Forman has rejected a $15bn cash takeover bid from Sazerac, owner of Buffalo Trace Distillery. The move follows collapsed merger talks with Pernod Ricard and leaves

Crealis CEO reshapes business for spirits growth
Industry & Markets

Crealis CEO reshapes business for spirits growth

Crealis, a French closures manufacturer, is restructuring to prioritize the spirits sector, especially premium whisky. This strategic pivot focuses on high-quality closures essential for bottle integrity and long-term value in aged spirits.

The Best Value Rye Whiskeys to Try in 2026
Industry & Markets

The Best Value Rye Whiskeys to Try in 2026

TL;DR The article identifies seven high-value rye whiskeys under $60 for 2026, highlighting bottles from MGP, Heaven Hill, and Michter's. It explains rye's