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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
Nikka’s Gaijin Whisky Levels Up: Meet the New Extra Marriage Release
Published 18/11/2025
Nikka has released From the Barrel Extra Marriage to mark the 40th anniversary of the original blend. It’s essentially the same recipe of over 100 malt and grain whiskies from Yoichi, Miyagikyo, and Scotland, but married in puncheon casks for up to three extra months for added cohesion and richness. Bottled at 51.4% ABV, it features notes of chocolate, oak, vanilla custard, dried fruit, spice, and flamed orange peel. It’s out now in 500-ml bottles with a silver label, retailing around $70.
Nikka’s Gaijin Whisky Levels Up: Meet the New Extra Marriage Release
Roseisle 'Deathstar' Maltings Pauses, Farmers Worry, Whisky Waits
Published 16/11/2025
Diageo’s Roseisle Maltings has paused production with no timeline for resuming, leaving farmers uneasy and rumours plentiful. While all staff remain employed, growers fear the loss of a major buyer amid shifting demand and industry uncertainty. In the rolling farmland of Moray where barley grows, weather launches unprovoked attacks, and rumours ripen faster than crops, there stood the Roseisle Maltings. It worked away politely in the long shadow of Roseisle Distillery, a facility whisky fans called the Death Star distillery.
Roseisle 'Deathstar' Maltings Pauses, Farmers Worry, Whisky Waits