As Americans and the world prepare to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on 17 March, no doubt Irish whiskey will be top of mind. But, this is no longer just a once-a-year drink but is being enjoyed throughout the year. According to preliminary data from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, the leading authority on the global beverage…
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For six-years three of Diageo’s Scottish distilleries operated without an emissions trading scheme (ETS) permit. Now, the spirit giant being fined £1.39 million – reduced to £1.2 million on appeal – by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA). “ETS is a crucial step towards achieving Scotland’s goal of a 75% reduction in CO2 emissions by…
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American bourbon and whiskey distillers are facing a barrel shortage, with many seeing either a lack of availability or a lengthy wait for orders to be filled. With many of these barrels ultimately finding their way into the Scottish and Irish whisky industry, it could ultimately affected the industry here as well. According to Vinepair,…
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Due to a decline in youth (15-25-years-old) drinking in most high-income countries over the last 20-years, fewer alcohol control measures seem to be in the cards, according to a new article in the ‘International Journal of Drug Policy’. Youth drinking has declined across most high-income countries in the last 20 years. Although researchers and commentators…
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Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Asda and Waitrose have all announced they will axe Russian products amid the war in Ukraine. This will include Russian vodka. According to the BBC, Sainsbury’s will remove Russian Standard vodka and from its shelves. Waitrose, which is part of the John Lewis Partnership, will no longer sell Russian vodka either. Asda’s announcement…
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Schweppes has launched two new products, Grapefruit Slimline Tonic and also three flavours in a new 600ml glass bottle. The former was launched in response to changing consumer drinking habits, with the new grapefruit flavour mirroring desire for fresh, fruity citrus flavours, perfect for summer drinking. Schweppes Slimline Grapefruit Tonic is described as a refreshingly dry and…
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Tobermory Distillery has launched of its limited edition 24-Year-Old expression; the second release in the distillery’s highly collectible Hebridean Series, following the success of the award-winning Tobermory 23. Inspired by Mull’s 300-miles of stunning coastline and sea air, the Oloroso cask finish is described as a rare, limited release single malt, perfect for collectors. It…
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New research reveals that Baileys is the most popular alcohol brand in the UK. The study was carried out by online gaming review expert Lucky Creek, which examined alcohol brands based on Google search data and YouGov ratings of their fame (how many people recognise the brand) and their popularity. Each drink was assigned an overall score calculated from…
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If approved, a new distillery will be opening up at Din Moss Farm, near Dunfermline. According to Scottish Construction Now, the distillery has the potential to create 11 new jobs and build a platform for future expansion at the family run farm which raises sheep and poulty. Like many other new whisky distilleries, a gin…
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The gin boom could be under threat as drinkers switch to rums, tequila, mezcal, and vodka, according to analysts at CGA. According to CGA, gin and other spirits are still in demand, but a preference for cocktails has lifted rum and vodka sales by two percent in the UK.
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