Distillers One of One returns with bespoke Scotch whisky selection July 22, 2025 The Distillers One of One auction will return this October, showcasing 40 uniquely crafted whisky lots in what has become the global stage for rare Scotch whisky and luxury design. Each one-off release, to be auctioned by Sotheby’s, will be sold in support of Scottish youth charities. The event will take place on Friday, 10 [...]
Old Pulteney unveils its oldest-ever whisky July 18, 2025 Old Pulteney has revealed Polaris, a one-of-a-kind 47-year-old single malt whisky, ahead of the distillery’s bicentennial in 2026. The whisky will be exclusively available through the Distillers One of One Charity Auction in October 2025. Polaris stands as the oldest expression ever released by the coastal distillery based in Wick, Scotland. It has been matured [...]
Whisky Business: Commando Spirit’s unique brand July 2, 2025 Whisky Business: City AM’s monthly look at the world of whisky. A handful of big-name brands dominate the world of whisky, but there’s a growing number of smaller, artisan whisky brands carving out niches in the market. One of these is Commando Spirit, the brainchild of retired Royal Marines Brigadier Rory Copinger-Symes CBE. Commando Spirit is [...]
Whisky Business: The Dalmore Luminary concludes with Apple-inspired third edition June 10, 2025 Whisky Business: City AM’s monthly look at the world of whisky. Dalmore launched its Luminary Series in 2022 and has just released its third and final Edition. Created in partnership with V&A Dundee, Scotland’s design museum, the series set out to showcase the best of design and Scotch whisky from around the world. Launched in 2022, [...]
Whisky Business: Where to blend your own whisky this Father’s Day June 10, 2025 Whisky Business: City AM’s monthly look at the world of whisky. Unlike other spirits, such as gin, the process of creating whisky can take years or even decades, so it’s virtually impossible for whisky fans to create their own version at home. But a handful of distilleries have crafted blend experiences for whisky lovers. to create [...]
The Whisky Exchange appoints new managing director June 10, 2025 The Whisky Exchange has announced the appointment of Natalie Tennent as managing director after a successful integration of the business into Pernot Ricard. Tennant, who has 30 years of experience with wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros, will move into the role on July 7. She will take over the role from deputy managing director [...]
New regions take the whisky world by storm May 22, 2025 Whisky Business: City AM’s monthly look at the world of whisky. World Whisky Day, on 17th May, has taken on a new importance in recent years. Indeed, the most exciting trend in whisky right now is the sudden proliferation of whisky coming from outside the traditional markets. It wasn’t too long ago that drinkers would be [...]
That Boutique-y Whisky Company adds three new world whiskeys May 21, 2025 That Boutique-y Whisky Company has expanded its permanent Core Range with the launch of three new world whiskeys: an English Rye aged eight years, a 10-year-old Kentucky Bourbon, and a 21-year-old Irish Whiskey. Founded in 2012, That Boutique-y Whisky Company is a UK-based independent bottler that has earned a reputation for small-batch releases adorned with [...]
Diageo looks to luxury to drive growth April 22, 2025 The past three years have been challenging for the global alcohol giant Diageo. The group booked a windfall during the pandemic years as stuck-at-home consumers splashed out on high-end alcohol to drown their sorrows, but this explosive growth soon evaporated. Diageo, best known for its Guinness and Johnnie Walker scotch whisky brands, struggled against the [...]
Last Drop Distillers launches its 2025 ultra-aged whisky collection April 4, 2025 This week, The Last Drop Distillers unveiled its 2025 Collection of three ultra-aged whiskies from America, Scotland, and Japan. Founded in 2008 by industry veterans Tom Jago and James Espey, The Last Drop has carved out a niche in the ultra-premium spirits world by hunting down forgotten barrels and long-overlooked casks from storied distilleries. With [...]