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Eydent Distillery Approved for East Lothian Site
Published 18/12/2025
East Lothian Council has approved plans for the Eydent Distillery near Glenkinchie, subject to further environmental and structural conditions. The project, led by Ollie Salvesen and Jack Mayo, proposes a small scale distillery producing whisky and gin, with construction dependent on biodiversity measures and ground stability assessments due to former coal mining activity. The Scottish Lowlands are set to gain another distillery following planning approval for Eydent Distillery at East Mains in East Lothian, close to the established Glenkinchie site.
Eydent Distillery Approved for East Lothian Site
Robot Dog Trial Targets Whisky Warehouse Ethanol Leaks
Published 15/12/2025
Bacardi, working with the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland and the Scotch Whisky Research Institute, is trialling a Boston Dynamics Spot robot at the John Dewar & Sons maturation site near Glasgow. The robot is equipped with ethanol sensors to detect vapour leaks associated with whisky maturation. The proof-of-concept project is exploring whether autonomous robotics can support routine inspections, improve safety, and reduce losses across whisky warehousing and other process industries. In a development that would have startled both the angels and the barrels, the Scotch whisky industry has taken a bold step into a Black Mirror inspired future by introducing a robot dog o protect thousands of barrels of ageing spirit.
Robot Dog Trial Targets Whisky Warehouse Ethanol Leaks
Indians Love Scotch Whisky, But Does It Rule Indian Shelves?
Published 03/12/2025
India imported 192 million bottles of Scotch whisky in 2024—more than any other country—representing over 200 percent growth in a decade. Despite this, Scotch accounts for only around 3 percent of India’s whisky market by volume, with local whisky brands dominating consumption. Premium spirits grew 8 percent in the first half of 2025, reflecting rising incomes and demand for higher-end products. High import duties of about 150 percent keep Scotch prices elevated, though ongoing UK–India trade negotiations could reduce tariffs to 75 percent initially and eventually to around 40 percent over ten years, potentially boosting imports.
Indians Love Scotch Whisky, But Does It Rule Indian Shelves?
Gordon and MacPhail Call for Stability Ahead of Budget
Published 20/11/2025
Gordon and MacPhail reported an 18 percent fall in annual sales to 28.2 million pounds, while pre tax profits rose to 6.8 million pounds. The firm invested in warehousing, brand development and the launch of an 85 year old single malt. Chief executive Mark Geary urged the Chancellor to provide a stable framework that supports growth and international trade ahead of the upcoming Budget. Gordon and MacPhail is one of those rare Scottish institutions that has survived wars, recessions and the occasional whisky fad that spread after too many people read the same lifestyle blog.
Gordon and MacPhail Call for Stability Ahead of Budget
Bruichladdich’s Quadruple-Distilled Unicorn Arrives
Published 18/11/2025
Bruichladdich has released X4+18 Edition 01, the first-ever 18-year-old quadruple-distilled single malt. Distilled in 2006 at 85% ABV and matured in Bourbon and Rivesaltes casks, only 2,400 bottles are available. Bottled at 63.5% ABV, it features notes of dried fruits, honey, Muscovado sugar, and soft floral-nutty finishes. Priced at £225, shipping begins 26 November. Bruichladdich, that happily eccentric Islay distillery that behaves as if the laws of economic feasibility and common sense are optional extras, has announced a new marvel: X4+18 Edition 01, proudly hailed as the world’s first 18-year-old quadruple-distilled single malt.
Bruichladdich’s Quadruple-Distilled Unicorn Arrives