Stories, releases, and reviews from the spirits that shape the culture.
Our News Editorial Standards
Reporting on and covering the industry since 2013, our news desk maintains a long-standing commitment to rigorous, independent journalism. We believe clear, unvarnished facts are paramount in a news cycle often clouded by marketing spin, so we distill the essential information without the fluff.
While we engage with commercial partners, we uphold a strict separation between our independent news operations and commercial interests. Advertisers hold no sway over our coverage. We aim to provide an authoritative news feed that respects the intelligence of our readers, driven entirely by verified facts and transparent sourcing.
Editor In Chief
Mark Littler is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of The Whiskey Wash, a Spears 500 Whiskey Advisor, prominent whisky and antiques broker, and a regular contributor to Forbes.com, known for his expertise in the global whisky market.
Deputy Editor
Beth Squires is the Deputy Editor of The Whiskey Wash and a graduate of the OurWhisky Foundation’s Atonia Programme. With over half a decade of industry experience, she is passionate about writing stories that highlight innovation, diversity, and sustainability across the global whisky landscape.
Head Of UK Reviews
Phil Dwyer is a freelance whisky writer and consultant with over a decade of experience in whisky retail and online whisky education. Best known for hosting Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, he is dedicated to making whisky accessible and enjoyable by cutting through jargon and complexity.
Head Of US Reviews
Charles Steele is a Portland-based attorney and freelance writer whose legal background brings an analytical approach to whiskey and other aged spirits. A native of the Pacific Northwest, he writes for The Whiskey Wash and has a particular interest in whiskey, whiskey-based cocktails, and unconventional spirits.
Senior In House Writer
Hannah Thompson is a whisky educator specialising in the secondary whisky market, with a focus on helping consumers make informed, education-led cask decisions. She has worked in the sector since 2019 and combines a background in research and creative writing with practical market insight.
Reviewer
Mark Bostock has been part of the Mark Littler Ltd content writing team since 2019 and brings a strong passion for whisky, particularly independent bottlings. A meticulous researcher with a keen interest in the history of Scotch whisky, he combines growing expertise with genuine enthusiasm.
Reviewer
Pete “Jeff Whisky” Jeffery is a South West–based whisky reviewer known for his irreverent approach and a refusal to take the spirit too seriously. The creative force behind the Jeff Whisky YouTube channel, he has been featured in the Malt Whisky Yearbook and has contributed to a range of whisky platforms.
Reviewer
Ed Leigh is a London-based authority on independent bottlers and artisan scotch whisky. He is the founder of TopWhiskies.com, a specialist retailer focused on small-batch releases, and holds wine and spirits certifications from The Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
