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Johnnie Walker Master Blender Jim Beveridge Talks Scotch And Select Cask Range

Earlier this fall, Diageo announced its “Joy Will Take You Further” campaign, the biggest marketing reboot for Johnnie Walker in 15 years. Continue reading →

Posted in News on November 3, 2015

Interview, Part 2: Diageo North America Scotch Director Brian Cox

In this second part of our interview with Brian Cox, the Diageo North America Scotch whisky director expounds on the vibrant market for single malt, progress on the recently launched Haig Club single grain brand and the continuing momentum of Buchanan’s. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 29, 2015

EXCLUSIVE: Johnnie Walker Unveils New “Select Casks” Project With Rye Finished Whisky

Diageo will debut a new limited edition Johnnie Walker Select Casks series of special wood-finished whiskies this fall, beginning with Johnnie Walker Select Casks: Rye Cask Finish. Continue reading →

Posted in News on July 8, 2015

Chivas Brothers Opens New Dalmunach Distillery In Speyside

Pernod Ricard’s Chivas Brothers unit has upped its Scotch whisky production capacity with the opening of its new Dalmunach distillery in Speyside. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 22, 2015

Edrington Sees Further Upside For Luxury Malts Macallan And Highland Park

After a year in which it formed its own U.S. sales and marketing unit, Edrington Group tells SND that progress is continuing apace for its key Scotch whisky brands Macallan and Highland Park, with each showing double-digit growth. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 30, 2015

Bacardi Confirms Stake In Artisan Scotch Player Compass Box

Just two days after entering the Bourbon category with its acquisition of Angel’s Envy, Bacardi Ltd. has confirmed another investment in the whisk(e)y space. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 1, 2015

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