The Macallan has announced the launch of a new limited-edition collection of single malts, said to capture the spirit of exploration through a transatlantic journey of oak, craft and time. The new Carta Nautica Collection, derived from the Spanish term for ‘nautical chart’, tells the story of a purposeful passage, tracing the voyage of The […]
The Highlands-based Tomatin Distillery, has announced the launch of a new limited-edition single cask release, exclusive to the UK. Tomatin 2011 Single Cask (58.8% ABV) is a 15 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky, matured in a first-fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry butt. Sherry has played a key role in Tomatin whisky for more than 100 […]
Diageo has announced the launch of its latest ‘The Twelve’ by Casks of Distinction collection, comprising twelve of its rarest and most exceptional casks, including the oldest-ever Lagavulin release to be included in the programme. The latest collection in the annual series, which was created in 2023, also includes casks from distilleries including Talisker, Caol […]
Sotheby’s has announced that it will host its first-ever auction at The Macallan Estate in Speyside on October 9th, with the sale led by a bottle of The Macallan Fine and Rare 60 Years Old 1926, one of the most sought-after whiskies in the world. The ‘Live from The Macallan Estate’ auction, will bring together […]
The team behind the proposed Ardrishaig Distillery, has announced that planning permission for its craft whisky distillery and visitor experience has been granted by Argyll and Bute Council. The approval, granted on September 25th, marks a significant step forward for the project, which is being led by John Moore and forms part of a wider […]
The Crieff-based Glenturret Distillery, has announced the launch of its 2026 Extremely Scarce Collection, which for the first time, includes a 20 Years Old single malt alongside its 25 Year Old and 30 Year Old expressions. The latest releases from Scotland’s oldest working distillery have been described as a celebration of time, craftsmanship and cask […]
Name: Jaynie KeanCompany: RAER Scotch Whisky (Jackton Distillery)Job: Owner/Managing DirectorWebsite: raer.co.ukSocials: @raerwhisky How long have you been working in the whisky industry?I have been working in the alcohol industry for 10 years. My family and I developed the RAER Original Blend because we wanted something for our family to share and enjoy, but I hated […]
The Speyside-based Aberlour Distiller, has announced the launch of two new single malts, the oldest additions to its permanent portfolio. Aberlour 21 Year Old (48% ABV), which is the brand’s first annual permanent release, is a single malt Scotch whisky, matured in American oak and Sherry oak casks. Produced using the distillery’s signature double-cask maturation, […]
Gordon & MacPhail has announced the launch of the first whiskies from its new limited-edition Anniversary Releases collection, each named for its year of distillation and designed to mark the milestones that matter most. Comprising a 1966 from Longmorn Distillery (46% ABV), a 1976 from Glen Grant Distillery (42% ABV), a 1986 from Miltonduff Distillery […]
The Highland-based Glenmorangie Distillery has announced the launch of its oldest release to date. Glenmorangie 50 Year Old (45.7% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky, matured in a combination of Bourbon hogshead casks and first-fill Oloroso Sherry butts. It was nurtured by the distillery’s whisky makers for half a century, including the last 30 […]
