Tag Archive: whisky
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, 2015Whisky Advocate: Japanese Whisky Karuizawa Nets Nearly $100K At Auction, Breaking Records
Japanese whisky Karuizawa has earned the title of the most expensive 700-ml bottle of whisky ever auctioned. Continue reading →
Posted in News on September 4, 2015EXCLUSIVE: 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, 2015Beam Suntory Looks To Stoke Interest In Japanese Whisky With More Accessible Hibiki Offering
Intent on raising the profile of its Japanese whisky brands Yamazaki, Hibiki and Hakushu, Beam Suntory is debuting a new “introductory” offering under its luxury Hibiki label. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 2, 2015Chivas 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, 2015Scotch Innovator Compass Box Eyes Expansion With New U.S. Sales Unit
Artisan Scotch whisky producer Compass Box remains a boutique operation, but its outsized influence in the category has made bigger players take notice, including Bacardi, which secured a minority stake in the company last year. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 1, 2015
