5 d. ago Donald Trump tariffs blamed as major Scotch whisky producer looks to slash costs

Diageo, which owns 30 distilleries across Scotland, expects the impact of the US President's system of tariffs to cost it tens of millions of pounds each year.

Politics

7 d. ago Coming together the discuss the future of Scotch whisky in changing times

We welcomed around 70 guests from across the whisky industry and its supply chain earlier this month to discuss “The future of Scotch whisky in changing times”. The event was hosted by Scottish family business McLaren Packaging, in association with The Scotsman, at the stunning Barnbougle Castle on Dalmeny Estate in Edinburgh.

Politics

8 d. ago Crafted with care, poured with precision: Scotch whisky is made to be measured

World Whisky Day is a great opportunity to explore the wonderful world of Scotch: visiting a distillery, trying a new dram, or going back to old favourites and fixing yourself a springtime cocktail.

Politics

1 week ago Save 30% on this gorgeous unpeated Islay single malt Scotch whisky

We've spotted a deal on Amazon that saves a small fortune on the specialists’ prices for this lovely Bunnahabhain.

Politics

2 w. ago Donald Trump trade agreement with UK a 'great deal' for Scotland that will 'create jobs'

The Scotch whisky industry said the deal represented "welcome progress" to reduce tariffs on exports to the US.

Politics

2 w. ago UK and India agree trade deal in 'transformational' boost for Scotch whisky

The trade deal was announced on Tuesday

Economics

2 w. ago Boost for Scotch whisky in face of Donald Trump tariffs as UK Government agrees India trade deal

Whisky tariffs will be halved from 150 per cent to 75 per cent before reducing to 40 per cent by the 10th year of the deal.

Politics

3 w. ago Scotch whisky producers see licensing costs slashed under change to tax rules

From July, traditional spirits protected by geographic indicator (GI) status such as Scotch whisky or Somerset Cider Brandy won't be clobbered by sky-high tax bills

Economics

4 w. ago The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo welcomes Glenfiddich as a Presenting Partner

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has named Single Malt Scotch Whisky Glenfiddich as a Presenting Partner in a move that unites two iconic Scottish institutions recognised around the world.

Events

4 w. ago Scottish drinks brand scores new deal with world curling champions

Scotland’s curling stars have signed a new sponsorship deal with the country’s only Scotch whisky cream liqueur brand, Magnum, after winning their second world title at the men’s championships in Canada earlier this month.

Economics