The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has released global export figures that show the value of Scotch exports topped £5.6bn in 2023. The equivalent of 1.35bn 70cl bottles of Scotch Whisky were exported last year, equating to 43 per second. The figures, released today, show a decrease on 2022 exports for both volume and value, which…
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Naud, The Noble and Unusual Distillery, is dropping a brand-new rum, Ron Venezuela 12 Year Old Golden Rum, in collaboration with Venezuelan distillery Destilería Sofa. Distilled at 41%, the new launch is the second rum creation from the Naud family distillery, following Naud Rum Panama 15 Year Old Rum. The Naud family distillery was created…
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Altos Tequila have announced the launch of a brand new ready-to-serve margarita, delivering bar quality cocktails in seconds. As simple as pouring over ice, Altos’ new Lime Margarita ready-to-serve is the perfect solution for when you want a delicious Margarita in the comfort of your own home, but don’t want the hassle of making one…
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Member of the Scottish Parliament and Leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, Alex Cole Hamilton, have visited the global spirits and wine manufacturer Brown-Forman’s Newbridge Bond in his Edinburgh Western constituency as a new solar array goes live. In the first project between YLEM Energy and Brown-Forman, the producer of brands such as Jack Daniel’s…
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Ellers Farm Distillery has announced that Dutch Barn Orchard Vodka has hit the shelves of Costco warehouses across the country. Following a major investment by Ricky Gervais in November 2023, which saw the self-described ‘comedy god’ become Co-Owner of Ellers Farm, Dutch Barn Orchard Vodka will now be available for consumers to buy at Costco warehouses…
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As part of VK’s #WEAREFLAVOUR campaign, the RTD brand is driving excitement in the category by giving consumers the chance to mix, match, and submit the next flavour, coming to the lineup this year. VK student ambassadors across the country will deliver the campaign to students on the ground, whilst a digital campaign across influencers,…
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Global premium drinks company, International Beverage, has appointed specialist PR agency, Stellar PR, as lead strategic PR and communications partner to work across its portfolio of Scottish brands including single malt whiskies Old Pulteney, Speyburn, Balblair, and premium gin Caorunn. Following a three-way competitive pitch, Stellar PR will assume responsibility for all PR requirements including…
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Wine brand 19 Crimes is breaking convention and taking the spirits category by storm with the launch of their brand new 19 Crimes Spiced Rum, which is launching into the UK this month. The 19 Crimes Spiced Rum heroes the flavours of tropical fruit with aromas of mango and pineapple with notes of caramel, molasses, and a hint of vanilla….
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Producers from across the Welsh beer and spirits sectors have gathered to launch their respective strategies to improve sector collaboration and drive growth moving forward. Held at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay, the Welsh Beer Strategy and Welsh Spirits Strategy will help the drinks industry meet current challenges, including the cost of living crisis…
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Independent ready-to-drink experts, Global Brands, reveals its continued growth plans, following changes to its senior leadership team structure. Following Mark James’ decision to step down, Julian Atkins has been appointed as Global Brands’ Managing Director. Shaun Bacon remains Group Finance & Managing Director. Previously holding the role of Commercial Director, Atkins has been with Global…
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