Scotch Whisky Association
Scotch whisky exports “bounce back” after Covid slowdown
Exports of Scotch whisky rose to more than GBP6bn (US$7.5bn) last year as the category benefited from a post-pandemic “bounce-back”…
Industry calls for 18-month deferment on Scotland DRS regulations
Drinks industry bodies in Scotland have called on the government to enact a “grace period” of 18 months following the…
UK “mini-budget” cancels proposed alcohol duty rate increases
The UK government is abolishing a proposed increase in duty rates for beer, cider, spirits and wine, a move widely…
Scotch makers urge Government support amid rising costs
The Scotch Whisky Association is calling for Government support and a favourable autumn budget as studies suggest distillers costs could…
Scotch whisky gets certification trademark in US
Scotch whisky has been granted a certification trademark in the US, a decision lauded by trade body The Scotch Whisky…
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Scotch whisky exports climb in 2021, but still shy of pre-pandemic levels – figures
The value of Scotch exports last year came in 19% up on 2020, according to data released by the Scotch…
Scotch Whisky Association wins one, fights another in international whiskies disputes
The Scotch Whisky Association has secured a legal victory over a distiller in Germany, while a Canadian peer has threatened…
Scotch Whisky Association appoints Mark Kent as next chief executive
The Scotch Whisky Association has named a former UK ambassador to Argentina as its new chief executive. Mark Kent, pictured…
Cuervo executive assumes World Spirits Alliance presidency
The World Spirits Alliance (WSA) has elected its next president. Luis Fernando Félix Fernández, who serves as MD of Cuervo's…
US continues to drag on Scotch whisky exports – figures
The value of Scotch whisky exports in the first half of 2021 remained below pre-pandemic levels as the US recovered…