September 13, 2017 – The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame has added three new members, while honoring Maker’s Mark Chairman Emeritus Bill Samuels Jr. with… Read More
Stories
Whisky is a passion to explore. From the history of the spirit to the evolution of the industry, the story of whisky helps fuel that passion. Often, it’s easy to forget that whisky is also a global multibillion dollar industry. The stories of whisky — from news and new releases to in-depth inquires and what goes on behind the label — blend together to help us appreciate the spirit of whisky.
Waiting for the Eclipse? No Problem for Whiskey Distillers at “Ground Zero” in Kentucky
August 19, 2017 – Whiskey can take years to mature, so one of the virtues a good distiller needs is patience. Paul and Merry Beth… Read More
Chivas Brothers, Whisky Workers Toast New Kilmalid Contract
August 19, 2017 – Chivas Brothers and the union representing workers at its main Kilmalid blending and bottling plant in Dumbarton, Scotland, have agreed on… Read More
Talks Resume Tuesday in Scotch Whisky Labor Dispute
Updated August 15, 2017 – Negotiators for Chivas Brothers and its largest labor union will resume contract talks today after workers at the company’s Kilmalid… Read More
Anchor Distilling Splits From Brewery After Sapporo Deal
August 3, 2017 – While craft beer lovers may be lamenting the sale of San Francisco’s Anchor Steam beer to Japan’s Sapporo Holdings, craft spirits… Read More
Douglas Laing To Build Glasgow Distillery
July 31, 2017 – Douglas Laing & Co. will celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2018, and the family-owned Scotch Whisky blender and independent bottler hopes… Read More
Heaven Hill Unveils 2017 Parker’s Heritage Collection Bourbon
July 19, 2017 – Wth Parker Beam’s passing in January of complications from ALS, this year’s release of Heaven Hill’s annual Parker’s Heritage Collection whiskey… Read More
Stock Spirits Takes Stake in Quintessential’s Irish Whiskey Business
July 17, 2017 – Quintessential Brands has sold a 25 percent stake in its Irish Whiskey subsidiary to Stock Spirits, the London-based drinks company with… Read More
Möet Hennessy Enters American Whiskey with Woodinville Acquisition
July 12, 2017 – Another major spirits company has entered the American artisan distilling market, as Möet Hennessy has acquired the Woodinville Whiskey Company in… Read More
Billy Walker Back in Whisky Business with Glenallachie Deal
July 12, 2017 – It didn’t take long for Scotch Whisky veteran Billy Walker to get back to work after turning over blending responsibilities at… Read More
Nant Distillery Receivers Agree on Terms with Australian Whisky Holdings
July 11, 2017 – The future of Nant Distillery appears to be clearer now that a tentative agreement has been reached between the distillery’s receivers… Read More
Bourbon Potential European Union Target in Trade Dispute
July 7, 2017 – U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to imports of European-produced steel could spark a backlash against Bourbon and other American whiskies by… Read More
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