Scotch Whisky News and New Releases
Explore the latest Scotch whisky news and new releases with The Whiskey Wash. From single malts to blended Scotch, discover updates on trends, launches, and stories shaping this timeless whisky category.
Scotch Whisky News & New Releases
One of The Balvenie’s Rarest Offerings Debuts At Sotheby’s
One of just 22 wooden trunks containing 10 bottles of The Balvenie 50 Year Old Private Cask #16560 has been consigned to Sotheby’s, with proceeds benefiting WWF and The King’s Trust.
Fettercairn Whisky Launches in the U.S. for the First Time
After 200 years, Scotland’s Fettercairn brings its distinctive tropical-style single malt whisky to American shores with a highly limited collection of five prestigious aged expressions.
Chivas Regal Teams Up With Willy’s Pies for Arsenal Match Day Special
Chivas Regal partners with London’s Willy’s Pies to create whisky-infused beef pies for Arsenal’s final home game, with comedian Mo Gilligan hosting a new content series featuring Arsenal players.
Tomatin’s Graham Eunson Announces Retirement
Graham Eunson concludes his tenure at Tomatin Distillery with release of commemorative 514-bottle Legacy Makers limited edition, capping distinguished 34-year whisky career.
Tamdhu Launches The Dedication Collection To The U.S. Market
Tamdhu’s new Dedication Collection debuts with an extremely rare 43-year-old Speyside single malt whisky, with only 100 bottles available globally at $15,999 each.
The Macallan Unveils Exclusive JFK Terminal 4 Experience Featuring Harmony Guardian Oak
Travelers passing through JFK Terminal 4 can experience The Macallan’s Harmony Guardian Oak whisky throughout April, featuring interactive sensory elements and Cirque du Soleil collaboration.
Highland Park Is ‘Different By Nature’ In New Marketing Campaign Featuring Orkney Locals
The campaign showcases real-life Orkney locals who embody the creative, original, and unexpected approach that Highland Park brings to whisky making.
Glenturret Distillery Hit by Thieves as Scotland Faces A Rise In Major Whisky Heists
Police are investigating after several “high-value” bottles of whisky were stolen from The Glenturret Distillery near Crieff, Perthshire on Saturday in what marks the third significant theft from a Scottish distillery in recent years.
Rare Chance to Visit “Fastest-Growing” Tamnavulin During Spirit of Speyside Festival
Whisky enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to visit one of Speyside’s most exclusive distilleries this May, as Tamnavulin opens its doors for a limited time during the Spirit of Speyside festival.
Johnnie Walker Revives Historic ‘Blue-in-One’ Challenge for Golf Enthusiasts
Johnnie Walker celebrates golf’s rarest achievement with exclusive rewards program ahead of major tournament.
This New Independent Scottish Distillery Is Finally Up & Running
Eden Mill filled its first cask – made from Scottish Oak – on Monday, April 7, marking a significant milestone for the company.
Fettercairn To Unveil Cairngorms-Inspired Garden at Chelsea Flower Show
The ‘Fettercairn Wilderness Retreat’ is designed as a balcony garden that captures the essence of Scotland’s rugged landscape while incorporating elements inspired by the distillery’s whisky-making heritage.
Dewar’s Aberfeldy Unveils Enhanced Whisky Explorer Experience
Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery has launched its latest tourism offering with the new Whisky Explorer Experience, providing visitors with an immersive journey into the brand’s heritage and production methods.
Gordon & MacPhail Announces New Sales Director from Fourth Generation of Family Ownership
Family-owned scotch whisky company Gordon & MacPhail has appointed Richard Urquhart as its new Sales Director.
Thompson Brothers Launch £1.8M Crowdfund for Sustainable Distillery
Sutherland-based Thompson Brothers have launched a £1.8 million crowdfunding campaign to build what they claim will be one of the world’s most sustainable whisky distilleries.
Loch Lomond Whiskies Launches Global ‘Golden Week’ Sampling Campaign Following Major Industry Honor
Loch Lomond will host ‘Golden Week’ from March 24-30 across major whisky markets following its recognition as Distillery of the Year at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).
Falkland-Based Whisky Bottler Expands Global Reach, Adds Industry Veterans to Team
Falkland-based independent whisky bottler Saltire Rare Malt is rapidly expanding its global footprint, adding new international markets and key industry veterans to its team.
The Macallan Auctions Ultra-Rare Mexico Day of the Dead Whisky
The Macallan Distil Your World Mexico Single Cask Limited Edition offers collectors the opportunity to acquire bottle #2 of 2.
Glenmorangie Lasanta Has Got A New Age Statement
Glenmorangie has unveiled a significant upgrade to one of its most beloved expressions, transforming The Lasanta into a 15 Year Old whisky with a refined cask maturation recipe.
Gordon & MacPhail Unveils New Whisky Experience at Johnstons of Elgin
Family-owned whisky specialist Gordon & MacPhail is set to launch a new retail shop and tasting rooms at The Courtyard on Newmill Road, Elgin.
Chivas Regal Announces F1 Star Charles Leclerc As Global Brand Ambassador
To launch the partnership, Chivas Regal and Charles Leclerc will host an exclusive one-night pop-up piano bar called “Leclerc’s” in Melbourne on March 11.
Chivas Brothers’ Wheat Suppliers Earn UK-First Sustainability Gold
In a landmark achievement for sustainable agriculture in the whisky industry, Simpsons Malt Limited has guided more than 120 contracted farmers to the UK’s first Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA) Gold verification for distilling wheat.
Port Charlotte Unveils Limited 18 Year Old Expression for 2025
The Port Charlotte 18 year old expression features a complex maturation process, with 53% of the spirit aged in first-fill bourbon casks and 31% in second-fill sherry casks.
Historic Ferintosh Whisky Plans Revival on Original Scottish Site
The Ferintosh area is considered to be a significant historical site for scotch whisky production. According to a brand press release, the area employed one thousand people in the late 18th century.
Macbeth Act II Brings Eight New Characters To Life In Scotch Whisky Form
The centerpiece of Act II is Lord Macduff, the heroic protagonist in Macbeth, represented by a 45 Year Old Bunnahabhain single malt scotch whisky.
The Macallan Folio 8 Is Here, Lands In The U.S. After A 2-Year Wait
The Macallan Archival Series Folio 8 pays tribute to an advert known as ‘The Colossus of Nose’. A clever spin on ‘The Colossus of Rhodes’, the advert refers to The Macallan’s iconic and strong aromas.
Dolly Cohen Trades Grillz For Gold Cages With New 14k Gold Chivas Whisky Bottle
Luxury scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal is pushing creative boundaries through a new collaboration with celebrated Parisian jewelry artist Dolly Cohen, known for crafting custom Grillz pieces for global music icons including Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Madonna.