Celebrate World Whisky Day with Aldi Scotland’s award-winning Glen Marnoch range from £18.49 a bottle

Aldi’s exceptional single malt Scottish whiskies deliver a true taste of Scotland at incredible value

This World Whisky Day, Aldi Scotland is spotlighting its award-winning Glen Marnoch range, a collection that brings together the character and craft of Scotland’s most celebrated whisky regions.

From the rich Highlands to the smoky shores of Islay and the smooth elegance of Speyside, each non-aged expression in the Specially Selected Glen Marnoch range has been carefully crafted to deliver depth of flavour and exceptional quality.

Since launching in 2011, the collection has secured more than 20 awards, making it Aldi’s most decorated whisky range to date. Most recently, the Speyside expression was awarded Bronze at the World Whiskies Awards 2026, adding to its growing list of accolades.

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl 

A refined and approachable Speyside dram, offering layers of sweet vanilla and soft malt drawn from oak cask maturation. The palate is smooth and rounded, with notes of dried fruits and a gentle warmth of cinnamon leading to a mellow, lingering finish.

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl

Bold and full of character, this Islay expression delivers a distinctive hit of peat smoke balanced with subtle sweetness. Beneath the smokiness sits a nutty richness, creating a complex and satisfying dram with a long, warming finish.

Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl

Rich, smooth and well-rounded, this Highland whisky is matured in hand-crafted white oak casks for at least three years. Expect warming notes of cinnamon and dried fruits, layered with gentle oak for a balanced and comforting finish.

Alan Leslie, Buying Director at Aldi Scotland, said: “The Glen Marnoch range reflects Aldi’s commitment to delivering exceptional Scotch whisky that champions both quality and provenance. With recognition across some of the industry’s most respected awards, each expression offers a distinctive taste of Scotland’s whisky regions, making it an ideal choice for World Whisky Day and beyond.”

Aldi’s Specially Selected Glen Marnoch whiskies are available across all 113 stores in Scotland.

Find your nearest Aldi store, here: Store Finder | ALDI UK

Due to demand, Old Perth releases limited Pedro Ximénez

Old Perth, the Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) blended malt brand, has unveiled a new limited edition expression, bringing together five exceptional Speyside distillates, each fully matured in first-fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry butts and hogsheads.

Crafted with a focus on richness and depth, the latest release is a celebration of Old Perth’s signature sherry-led style, showcasing the smoothest malt whiskies from some of Scotland’s finest distilleries.

On the nose, the whisky opens with indulgent notes of sticky dates and overripe grapes, layered with warming hints of ginger and cinnamon. The palate delivers a decadent profile reminiscent of sticky toffee pudding, coated in rich molasses, with a subtle cinnamon spice lingering through the finish.

Bottled at a robust 54.3% ABV, this cask-strength release is rich in flavour and remarkable by nature – a true reflection of Old Perth’s dedication to expertly curated, sherry-matured malts.

This expression is a twist on a Pedro Ximénez fan favourite that sold out instantly in 2023. Speaking about the liquid. Graeme Mackeddie, Production Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, said:

“We’ve taken the rich, sherry-forward style our drinkers know and love and elevated it further through full maturation in first-fill PX casks, creating something deeper, more indulgent and truly special.”

The Old Perth limited edition is available from 14 May via select specialist retailers across the UK and Europe, with an RRP of £60.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Sticky dates and overripe grapes with a hint of ginger and cinnamon
• Palate: Sticky toffee pudding covered in a rich molasses with subtle cinnamon spice
• 54.3%
• No added colour and non-chill filtered

For more information, stockist listings or image assets, visit: www.oldperthwhisky.co.uk/stockists

ABOUT MSWD

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) is an independent, family-owned company based in Perth, Scotland. Rebranded in 2020, MSWD represents five generations of Morrison whisky heritage under one name, with a focus on single malt production, brand development, blending and bottling. Its flagship brands include Aberargie, Old Perth, Mac-Talla, Càrn Mòr and Bruadar.

Caol Ila, in three acts

Rare Find celebrates Fèis Ìle 2026 with the release of a limited-edition triptych

Rare Find, the award-winning Edinburgh-based independent bottler today unveils its exclusive Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection – a sensory homage to Islay’s cherished whisky festival. Comprising three single cask 12-year-old Caol Ila single malts, each finished for three months in a unique octave cask – Ruby Port, Tawny Port, and Madeira – this unified trio captures both the vibrancy of the island and the spirit of discovery that defines Rare Find.

The collection is presented with striking full-art labels, each designed in a bespoke colour palette chosen to reflect the individual character of the cask within. From Caol Ila’s signature maritime smoke and mineral edge to softer notes of citrus, the artwork offers a visual interpretation of the spirit itself – creating a triptych in which flavour and design are intrinsically linked.

As with all Rare Find bottlings, these releases are presented without compromise – natural colour, non-chill filtered and bottled at cask strength – revealing Caol Ila’s coastal power and smoky poise through different lenses of fortified wine cask influence.

Rare Find Feis Ile 2026 Collection

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Ruby Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Ruby Port octave.
58.2% ABV | 61 bottles
NOSE Presenting with smoked barbecue sauce, dried berries, and warming mulling spices.

PALATE Citrus and granite with medicinal smoke, redcurrants, and raspberries.

FINISH Long, lingering notes of sweet, fruity smoke.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Tawny Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Tawny Port octave.
58.3% ABV | 63 bottles
NOSE Mince pies, cola cubes, medicinal peat smoke, and pineapple chunks.

PALATE Soft brown sugar, cola bottles, anise chews, and lingering coastal smoke.

FINISH Lemon gel, iodine, and fading sweet fruits.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Madeira Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Madeira octave.
57.9% ABV | 66 bottled
NOSE Presenting griddled strawberries, salted almonds, ashy smoke, and angelica.

PALATE Mouthcoating with aniseed, coastal smoke, and zesty lemon tart.

FINISH Long with salinity, slowly fading lemon and persistent smoke.

Speaking about the release, John Moffat, Head of Commercial for Rare Find, said:  “We create whiskies for those who chase unforgettable moments as much as exceptional flavour – the first dram after stepping off the ferry, waves lapping against the distillery walls, and late evenings spent sharing stories with newfound friends. Our Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection is our tribute to those moments, and to the unmistakable magic that only Islay can inspire. It also marks an exciting milestone for Rare Find with the launch of our first full art label series – a bold glimpse of what’s still to come.”

The Feis Ile Collection will be available from select retailers from Friday 22nd May 2026. Each release has an RRP of £99.00. Rare Find Vault members will be offered an exclusive opportunity to purchase a limited number of bottles shortly before the official launch date.

About Rare Find

Each Rare Find release is an unrepeatable, limited-edition whisky sourced from sought-after distilleries. With every bottle, we celebrate liquid excellence – meticulously selecting, maturing, and finishing in the highest quality casks to deliver whisky that’s rare by design.

From the millions of casks maturing in Scotland, only a small percentage are destined for single malt bottlings, and from those, only the best become a Rare Find.

World Whisky Day Served by Loch Lomond Group

World Whisky Day is the perfect opportunity to explore whisky in new and inventive ways, unlocking fresh flavours and experiencing your favourite single malts beyond the glass.

Loch Lomond Group is showcasing its multi-award-winning Highland and Campbeltown distilleries Loch Lomond Whiskies and Glen Scotia with two flavour-forward, easy-to-make whisky cocktails to celebrate the occasion.

Loch Lomond Whiskies, based just a few miles from Scotland’s iconic Loch Lomond, is renowned for its elegant fruit, honey, and soft smoke notes, crafted using both traditional Swan-Neck and unique Straight-Neck Stills, and matured in expertly prepared casks from its onsite cooperage.

Glen Scotia, one of only three surviving Campbeltown distilleries, continues to champion centuries-old methods with its small team of experts in original stillrooms and dunnage warehouses, producing distinctive maritime inspired whiskies with big Campbeltown character that have made big waves around the world.

The Turn by Loch Lomond Whiskies

A halfway-style cocktail inspired by the halfway point of a round of golf, ‘The Turn’ is a refreshing serve that celebrates Loch Lomond Whiskies’ long-standing partnership with The Open.

It features Loch Lomond 12 Year Old which showcases the distillery’s signature style, delivering notes of peach and pear, layered with vanilla sweetness and a gentle hint of smoke.

Ingredients:

• 35ml of Loch Lomond 12 Year Old
• Five mint leaves
• Three lime wedges
• Ginger ale or ginger beer

Method:

Fill a tall glass with ice, add Loch Lomond 12 Year Old, the mint leaves and lime wedges and top up with ginger ale or ginger beer.

Loch Lomond 12 Year Old is available HERE

Neptune’s Cargo by Glen Scotia

Inspired by The Neptune, a rum-laden ship seized off Sanda Island in 1769 bringing tropical spirit to Campbeltown’s shores.

It features Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Finish, an exotic dram for whisky explorers. Matured in American oak casks before being finished in Guyanese demerara rum barrels creates a single malt filled with notes of cooked sugar, molasses and tropical fruits.

Ingredients:

• 50ml of Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Finish
• 50ml of fresh pineapple juice
• 10ml of fresh lime juice
• 60-80ml of soda water

Method:

Fill a tall glass with ice, pour in Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Finish, pineapple and lime juice, and top with high-quality soda water. Garnish with pineapple leaf.

Glen Scotia Double Cask  Rum is available HERE

About Loch Lomond Group  

Loch Lomond Group is an independent distiller based in Alexandria and is home to several award-winning brands that are sold in more than 125 countries worldwide. Known for its innovative production methods such as unique straight-neck stills, in-house cooperage and versatile distillation techniques, the group produces a diverse range of single malts, single grains and blends.  

About Loch Lomond Whiskies 

Loch Lomond Whiskies is an award-winning, independent Scotch whisky distiller which has been producing the finest single malt whiskies since 1814. As a Highland malt, it is part of the largest and most diverse whisky-making region in Scotland.

Located only a few miles from the famous loch, the distillery has a whisky-making capability like no other, using a combination of traditional swan-neck and its signature straight-neck-stills, which are unique to Loch Lomond Whiskies. The straight-neck stills give Master Blender Michael Henry greater control over the distillation process, allowing him to carefully manipulate the

flavour profile of each whisky, and providing a signature fruit, honey and soft smoke flavour profile.

Loch Lomond Whiskies is one of only four distillers in Scotland to have its own onsite cooperage, ensuring that barrel repairs and charring are carried out to an exacting standard, so every cask is perfect for maturing whisky.

About Glen Scotia 

Distiller Glen Scotia has been producing single malt whisky in Campbeltown since 1832 and is one of three surviving distilleries in Campbeltown. Producing peated and non-peated whiskies, the distillery still maintains much of its original design, including the stillroom and the dunnage warehouse dating from the 1830s. To this day, the distillery team follow in the footsteps of their founders, using traditional methods, and carefully creating the subtly maritime Campbeltown style the brand has become world-famous for.

Maker’s Mark Celebrates Flavor from Nature with the Return of Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026

Brand’s first new mash bill expands to Japan and Duty Free following 2025 debut in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia  

LORETTO, Ky., – Maker’s Mark® today announced the highly anticipated second release of Star Hill Farm Whisky, the brand’s first new mash bill and first wheat whisky in 70 years. Awarded World’s Best Wheat Whisky 2026, Star Hill Farm Whisky celebrates the role regenerative agriculture plays to create healthier soil and better flavor. The annual release will be available in Japan and Duty Free this year, as well as in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia.

“My grandparents built Maker’s Mark on the belief that when we invest in the land, it gives back in flavor,” said Rob Samuels, eighth-generation whisky maker and managing director of Maker’s Mark. “Star Hill Farm Whisky extends that vision by embracing ingredients sourced from regenerative agriculture. As a proud B Corp and Regenified-certified distillery, we’re helping to define leadership in sustainability for the industry, while working to make Star Hill Farm the most endearing, culturally rich and environmentally responsible homeplace in the world.”

While Maker’s Mark has always used the same mash bill to create a consistent and balanced bourbon, Star Hill Farm Whisky evolves each year, revealing how nature impacts flavor. The inaugural release spotlighted soft red winter wheat—the signature grain in Maker’s Mark’s mash bill. The 2026 release introduces hard red and hard white wheat types, demonstrating how grain diversity translates into greater depth of flavor through distillation, maturation and expert blending.

Star Hill Farm 2026 is crafted from two mash bills: one composed entirely of malted wheat, and another of 70% wheat and 30% malted barley. The final blend—27% wheat, 62% malted wheat and 11% malted barley—delivers a darker, more layered aromatic profile, with a rounder structure and amplified fruit notes compared to that of 2025.

“The first release of Star Hill Farm Whisky was bright, approachable and straightforward; this year we’ve dialed up the complexity,” said Dr. Blake Layfield, master distiller at Maker’s Mark. “The 2026 release is a balanced blend of seven and eight-year whiskies bottled at cask strength, evolving from first sip to finish. It opens with aromas of molasses, fig and delicate baking spices, followed by notes of zesty citrus, ripe pear and buttery shortbread, and lingers with a soft cinnamon finish.”

In 2025, Star Hill Farm Whisky became the first to earn Estate Whiskey certification—a designation Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026 will carry from the Estate Whiskey Alliance® (EWA), established by the University of Kentucky to highlight local sourcing and sustainable production, and recognize whiskey produced entirely on the distillery estate, using grains grown on estate-owned or controlled land.*

Star Hill Farm Whisky expanded Maker’s Mark’s ambition to advance regenerative agriculture with last year’s launch of the Maker’s Mark Regenerative Alliance, whose mission is to foster healthier farm ecosystems through education and hands-on support—already helping convert 58,000 acres of conventional farmland to certified regenerative practices. Extending its impact to consumers, the Alliance invites farms, bars and restaurants to adopt regenerative sourcing and operations, and to bring the story to life through menu storytelling and consumer engagement, with more than 14 partners already signed on.

Bottled at 58.2% ABV (116.4 proof), Star Hill Farm Whisky 2026 will be available for a suggested retail price of $100 USD. In the United States, the limited release will be available at select retailers nationwide and at the Maker’s Mark Distillery with a bookable experience that includes a guided tour of Star Hill Farm paired with cocktails highlighting flavor from nature.

For more information, visit www.starhillfarm.com or www.makersmark.com.

ABOUT MAKER’S MARK

Maker’s Mark® is the iconic handmade Kentucky bourbon driven by a vision for better flavor and a better world. In 1953, founders Margie and Bill Samuels, Sr. broke from tradition—burning the family’s 170-year-old recipe to create a bold, balanced bourbon made with soft red winter wheat for signature sweetness and creaminess. From the start, the Samuels went to remarkable lengths to craft uncompromisingly delicious bourbon—a perfectly unreasonable spirit that endures today. Every bottle is still hand-dipped in red wax, every barrel rotated by hand and every decision guided by the brand’s higher purpose.

Staying true to its founders’ vision, Maker’s Mark has expanded its portfolio with award-winning, super-premium expressions, including Maker’s Mark 46, Cask Strength, and Cellar Aged, as well as Private Selection, the brand’s custom barrel program. In 2025, the distillery debuted Star Hill Farm Whisky. Named World’s Best Wheat Whisky and the first to earn Estate Whiskey certification, Star Hill Farm Whisky inspired the Maker’s Mark Regenerative Alliance, a bold commitment to advance regenerative farming beyond its business.

Maker’s Mark is proud to be both B Corp and Regenified Certified – milestones driven by the sustainability leadership at Star Hill Farm, home of the Maker’s Mark Distillery, which strives to be the most endearing, culturally rich and environmentally responsible homeplace in the world.

WORK BEGINS ON NEW SPEYSIDE BISTRO AT COLEBURN DISTILLERY SITE 

The owners of the historic Coleburn Distillery have broken ground this month with plans for first phase of Whisky Resort at Coleburn granted.

Moray Council has approved plans for an on-site bistro at Coleburn Distillery in Longmorn, Elgin, marking a significant milestone in the site’s wider master plan to create a world-class whisky and hospitality resort, anticipated to be the first of its kind globally.

With an opening targeted for late autumn this year, The Kitchery at Coleburn will be housed within the former Piggery building. Once used for livestock, the structure is being thoughtfully reimagined as a contemporary bistro showcasing food and drink rooted in locally sourced Scottish produce. The project carefully adapts the historic building for modern use while preserving its original character.

Developed in collaboration with award-winning design studio Significant Others, the project reflects a multi-million-pound investment in the famous whisky region. It is expected to create 15 direct jobs, alongside additional opportunities across the local economy, particularly in agriculture, logistics, and hospitality.

Gwenda Smits, Director at Coleburn commented:

“This marks the first of many milestones in the development of the wider Coleburn Whisky Resort, The Kitchery is just the start and breaking ground feels like a very special moment.

“Opening the space as an initial introduction to the site establishes it as an integral part of what will be a much larger offering, giving visitors the opportunity to return year-round, follow its progress, and enjoy the food and beverage experience. Central to the overall project is the sense of community and coming together, and we can’t wait to welcome people from both near and far to the new bistro in the heart of Speyside.”

The architectural approach to The Kitchery draws on traditional forms, thoughtfully balanced with contemporary interventions. New glazed façades will create  a warm and inviting arrival, drawing visitors into the space. The building’s elongated form has been used to choreograph a considered customer journey, with each stage offering a distinct and evolving experience, reinforcing a sense of quality and discovery throughout.

The experience will begin with a welcoming bar and retail space. From there, guests will move into a private dining and tasting room, divided by a bespoke stave wall that offers a sense of separation while still feeling connected. Beyond this, the space will open out into a relaxed bistro, with a mix of cosy booths and flexible seating for up to 62 guests. At its heart, a chef’s table-style finishing kitchen will add a touch of theatre, bringing energy and interaction to the dining experience.

Materiality will play a central role in shaping the interior atmosphere. Warm leathers, natural timbers, aged copper, and backlit rippled glass combine to create a rich, layered aesthetic rooted in the spirit of the distillery while delivering a fresh, contemporary feel. 

Ruth Hay, Director at Significant Others added:

“It’s an incredibly exciting time for everyone involved. Seeing The Kitchery come to life this year will mark a significant milestone, and we’re looking forward to building on this momentum with the next phases of the masterplan as the wider vision for Coleburn continues to unfold.”

Construction began on the site last month, with the installation of a biomass boiler implemented as part of a broader commitment to sustainability, in collaboration with Reheat.

Neil Harrison, Director at Reheat, commented:

“We’ve been working with the team at Coleburn on how best to underpin their operations with low carbon energy for some years now, and it’s fantastic to see this first practical step being taken on their journey to bring their plans to reality with the installation of a district heating network to meet the heating and hot water needs of multiple buildings on the site.”

“There are many more steps to follow, but their decision to opt for a biomass system underlines their commitment to the local economy, local sourcing, and doing things the right way from the off, plus a project combining listed buildings, district heating, a hospitality setting, and whisky is at the centre of our competence Venn diagram.”

At the end of last year, The Distillery at Coleburn unveiled its first collection of whisky bottlings, the ‘Local Heros’ collection, which brings together exceptional whiskies under a unifying vision, celebrating the makers, custodians, and enthusiasts whose passion continues to connect local heritage with a global whisky community.

The inaugural release introduced three blended malts bottled on-site in Speyside, comprising ‘Sweet Peat’, ‘Big Smoke’, and ‘Sherry Bomb’, each offering a distinct flavour profile.

About Coleburn Distillery:

Coleburn Distillery, located in the heart of Speyside, is being brought back to life as part of a landmark project to create a world-class whisky and hospitality destination. Once a working distillery, Coleburn is now being reinstated as a fully operational site, complete with a new distillery and visitor bistro in the first phase of development.

Future plans include whisky lodges, Pagoda penthouse and bistro, making Coleburn a true destination for whisky lovers and visitors from around the world. At its core, the project is about reviving the Coleburn spirit and offering a premium whisky experience rooted in heritage, craft, and place.

Tomintoul Distillery backs volunteers on the frontline of Scotland’s mountain rescue with lifesaving avalanche tech

Volunteers who risk their lives to save others in the Cairngorms are heading into the mountains with a crucial new layer of protection thanks to Tomintoul Distillery’s continued support as the Official Spirit of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team (CMRT).

The most recent round of funding from Tomintoul has enabled CMRT to upgrade its avalanche safety kit with new transceivers for the entire team. These small, powerful devices are designed for the worst-case scenario: locating a rescuer buried beneath the snowpack after an avalanche. In the Cairngorms, where volunteers operate in some of Scotland’s most hazardous conditions, this technology can mean the difference between life and death.

CMRT deputy team leader, Willie Anderson, explains:
“Avalanche transceivers are a basic but lifesaving part of kit. They give our volunteers an extra degree of safety when working in high risk conditions, dramatically speeding up our ability to find any of the team at risk.

“Our volunteers regularly go out in the dark, in storms and in places where avalanches are a very real danger. These devices don’t just help us help others — they help us protect our own. Seconds really do save lives and Tomintoul’s support means we can operate in the mountains better protected and better prepared.”

Alongside the vital equipment boost, the Speyside distillery has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the CMRT, announcing a third consecutive year of support. The milestone arrives at a meaningful moment for Tomintoul Distillery as it closes out its 60th anniversary year — six decades rooted in the Cairngorms, shaped by its landscape and deeply connected to the people who protect it.

Robert Fleming, Master Distiller, said:

“Our surrounding landscape shapes our whisky – from the water and the climate to the mountain air. But it’s the people who safeguard this place who truly inspire us. Supporting CMRT isn’t just a sponsorship — it’s real, lifesaving impact on the ground. These volunteers go out in conditions most of us can barely imagine and we’re proud to stand with them as we enter our third year together.”

CMRT remains one of the busiest mountain rescue teams in Scotland, with around 40 highly trained volunteers responding to many callouts each year across the Northern Cairngorms, Ben Alder and the Monadhliath Mountains — some of the most challenging terrain in Scotland. The team relies heavily on donations and grants to maintain its kit, training and operational readiness.

As the team reflects on another demanding winter season in the mountains, Tomintoul’s continued backing helps ensure that the volunteers who protect the region are protected themselves.

Visit www.TomintoulWhisky.com to find out more.

Tomintoul Distillery

Tomintoul Distillery is nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, within the whisky producing region of Speyside. The distillery, established in 1965, is named after the nearby village of Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands of Scotland.

Tomintoul’s signature range includes the popular 10-Year-Old, 14-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old, as well as the multi-award-winning Cigar Malt and premium 21-Year-Old and 25-Year-Old.

About CMRT

Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team (CMRT) is a charity registered in Scotland, as part of the Independent Scottish Mountain Rescue (iSMR). CMRT are one of the busiest mountain rescue teams in Britain, responding to many accidents, injuries and avalanches throughout the year.

Evan Williams® Expands Award-Winning Flavors Lineup with New Evan Williams Blackberry

Smooth bourbon meets ripe blackberry flavor in a fresh new nationwide release

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Evan Williams®, the #1 American-owned Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, is bringing the flavor with the launch of Evan Williams Blackberry, a bold new flavor extension joining the brand’s award-winning lineup of flavored whiskeys. Arriving in stores across the U.S. beginning in March, Evan Williams Blackberry delivers a fresh pick for consumers looking to enjoy bourbon in new and flavorful ways.

Combining Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon with ripe blackberry flavor, Evan Williams Blackberry offers a bold yet balanced taste that’s smooth, approachable, and versatile. Bottled at 65 proof (32.5% Alc./Vol.), the new expression layers juicy fruit notes with subtle caramel and a rounded bourbon finish making it easy to enjoy however the moment calls for it.

“When you need a fresh pick, Evan Williams Blackberry delivers,” said Max Stefka, AVP Global Whiskey Brands at Evan Williams. “This new flavor builds on the momentum of our award-winning flavors lineup, combining the quality and consistency Evan Williams is known for with a vibrant blackberry profile that’s perfect for sipping, simple mixing with lemonade or soda, and sharing with friends.”

Designed for versatility, Evan Williams Blackberry is easy to enjoy no matter the occasion. Whether served as a chilled shot, poured over ice, or mixed into simple two-ingredient cocktails, the smooth bourbon and ripe blackberry flavor make it effortless to elevate everyday moments. The expression pairs seamlessly with classic mixers like iced tea, cream soda or spiced sodas, and even shines in playful serves inspired by nostalgic combinations—like a blackberry twist on a PB&J shot. A standout serve is the refreshing Blackberry Lemonade, which highlights the whiskey’s fruit-forward character with a crisp, easy-drinking twist and hint of bubbles. From backyard gatherings to tailgates, Evan Williams Blackberry delivers bold flavor with easy preparation, making it a go-to for casual get-togethers and celebratory occasions alike.

Evan Williams Blackberry Lemonade

2 oz. Evan Williams Blackberry

Lemonade

Soda Water (Optional) Pour Evan Williams Blackberry over ice, fill with lemonade, and top with soda water.

The launch of Evan Williams Blackberry marks another step in the continued growth of the brand’s award-winning flavors lineup, broadening the ways consumers can enjoy Evan Williams in both casual and celebratory moments. Those looking to experience Evan Williams Blackberry can find it available nationwide, beginning in March at a suggested retail price of $14.99 for a 750ml bottle.

ABOUT EVAN WILLIAMS:  Evan Williams is among the leaders in the American Whiskey segment as the #1 American-owned Bourbon and the world’s second largest-selling Bourbon. In 1783, the brand’s namesake opened Kentucky’s First Distillery on the banks of the Ohio River. Many years and barrels later, Evan Williams Bourbon is still produced the right way, using the same time-honored methods. Since 2015, Evan Williams has proudly supported Veteran-focused organizations nationwide, contributing more than $750,000 to initiatives that honor and empower those who have served our country. In 2024, the brand debuted ‘Evan Williams Bourbon Nation’ to celebrate college athletics through a partnership with Learfield, making Kentucky’s 1st Distiller Game Day’s #1 Pour. The multi-year deal currently includes powerhouse universities across the country. The Evan Williams Bourbon Experience (www.EvanWilliamsBourbonExperience.com) celebrates the legacy of Evan Williams through an immersive visitor’s center experience that brings to life the history and tradition of Kentucky’s native spirit as an official stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Learn more at www.EvanWilliams.com.

Sotheby’s and The Distillers’ Charity Extend Partnership for the

Biennial Distillers One of One Auction Through To 2033

LONDON – The Distillers’ Charity and Sotheby’s today announced the continuation of their partnership for the biennial Distillers One of One Auction, the world’s leading charity whisky auction.

Sotheby’s – which has hosted the sale since its inception in 2021 – will collaborate with The Distillers’ Charity on the next four editions of The Distillers One of One Auction, extending the partnership through 2033. Across the first three auctions, the event has raised £6.6 million ($8.4 million) for The Distillers’ Charity, enabling support for 4,582 disadvantaged young people across Scotland, as of end March 2026.

Celebrating the passion, craftsmanship and innovation at the heart of Scotch whisky, The Distillers One of One Auction brings together ultra rare releases from distilleries and producers across Scotland: no two bottles are ever the same, and no lot will ever be recreated. The three auctions held so far have set 72 brand auction records and attracted bidders from more than 20 countries, affirming the event’s global resonance. In all, 49 companies have generously donated 120 lots to date.

The inaugural 2021 auction remains the most valuable charity whisky auction ever held, achieving £3.1 million ($4.1 million) and setting the pace for the success of the two subsequent sales. Highlights included a four-bottle set of Glenfiddich from the 1950s, which sold for £1 million ($1.4 million) – a record for Glenfiddich. In 2023, Bowmore topped the sale with STAC 55 Years Old, the oldest whisky ever released by the distillery, achieving £562,500 ($679.3k). In 2025, The Glenlivet took centre stage with SPIRA 60 Year Old 1965 – the distillery’s oldest expression to date, presented in a 1.5 litre spiral decanter – which sold for £650,000 ($871.4k), setting a new benchmark for the brand.

The auctions have been made possible through the exceptional generosity of donors from across the Scotch whisky industry, including Bacardi – John Dewar & Sons, Brown Forman, Campari Group, Chivas Brothers, Diageo, Gleann Mór, Gordon & MacPhail, International Beverage, KANDOBLANC, Suntory Global Spirits, The Last Drop and William Grant & Sons, among many others.

Founded more than 70 years ago, The Distillers’ Charity – the philanthropic arm of The Worshipful Company of Distillers – is a fundraising and grant making organisation. Following the inaugural sale in 2021, it launched the Youth Action Fund, supported exclusively through proceeds from the biennial auction. Against a backdrop of rising poverty, mental health challenges and youth unemployment, the fund engages more than 900 young people every year, helping them achieve meaningful outcomes in employment, training or further education. Uniquely, 100% of the auction hammer proceeds go directly to charitable causes. Each Distillers One of One Auction raises funds to cover two years of work by the Youth Action Fund; during 2025 alone, a total of 1,007 young people achieved a successful employability outcome helping them to reach their potential, with over 3,100 employability outcomes for young people since the fund’s inception.

The fourth edition of the Distillers One of One Auction will take place in Scotland in October 2027, with further details to be announced in due course.

Jonny Fowle, Global Head of Whisky & Spirits, Sotheby’s, said: “The continuation of Sotheby’s partnership with The Distillers’ Charity as host of The Distillers One of One Auction reflects the strength of a collaboration built on shared values. Since 2021, the auction has brought together extraordinary whiskies, visionary distillers and an international community of collectors, united by a commitment to excellence and philanthropy. It has firmly established itself as a landmark event in the global whisky calendar, celebrating the creativity and innovation of the Scotch whisky industry while delivering meaningful, lasting impact through The Distillers’ Charity. To stage a sale that not only showcases the very best of the whisky world but also makes such a tangible difference to young people and their communities across Scotland has been a career highlight.”Jonathan Driver, Chairman of Distillers One of One & Trustee of The Distillers’ Charity, said: “The nature of Collective Endeavour permeates all aspects of the Distillers One of One Auctions.  Since 2020 Sotheby’s has been an incredible partner, sharing the challenges of bringing the best of the Scotch Whisky Industry together for the best of causes. I am delighted that, in announcing the continuation of this long-term partnership with Sotheby’s, we will both ensure that the world’s pre-eminent Scotch Whisky Auction will continue to stand as a “Lighthouse” fixture in the global whisky calendar and continue the vital work to Transform Young People’s Lives through the funds raised. We look forward to the auctions to come, with the unmatched support of Sotheby’s and backed by the generosity, skill and craftmanship of our donor companies and our highly valued sponsors. United in common cause to drive life-changing results.”

Watch Here: The World’s Biggest Whisky Auction is Back: First Look at Distillers One of One 2027

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About The Distillers One of One® Auction and The Distillers’ Charity

The Distillers One of One Auction is a biennial series of ultra-rare whisky auctions, which launched in 2021. To date, the Auctions have raised £6.6 million, principally awarded to the Youth Action Fund with the aim of supporting young people in Scotland, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to reach their potential and make a positive contribution to their communities. The Youth Action Fund’s portfolio charities are Aberdeen Foyer, Action for Children, Enable Works, Fare, Street League and The Talk About Trust. They are collectively managed by Inspiring Scotland.

More than 4,582 young people have been engaged through the Youth Action Fund since its inception in early 2022, benefiting from the work the fund’s dedicated charity partners have undertaken, and dramatically increasing their opportunities to enter the workforce. These young people have significantly improved their long-term prospects, either securing employment (32%), progressing to further/higher education (30%), pursuing other vocational training, volunteering and apprenticeships (23%), or re-engaging with school (15%). The cumulative employability outcome (to March 2026) currently stands at 3,109.

A total of 120 unique lots have been donated across the three auctions to date, 72 of which broke world sales records for the distilleries who created and donated them. The Distillers One of One has earned its reputation as a once-in-a-lifetime experience for collectors: no two bottles are ever the same, and no lot will ever be recreated. Each lot is imbued with the spirit of craftsmanship and exclusivity, representing the pinnacle of Scotch whisky.

The Distillers One of One® is a trading name of The Distillers’ Ventures Limited, a company registered in England & Wales under company number 13264121 and registered office at 9 Bonhill Street, London EC2A 4PE.

The Distillers One of One will return in October 2027.

The Distillers’ Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales (no1193683) and Scotland (SC052075)

One of One® and Distillers One of One® are registered trademarks of The Distillers’ Charity

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Glen Scotia to bring new whisky festival to Luss this spring 

Campbeltown distillery Glen Scotia is bringing the spirit of Scotland’s smallest whisky making region to Luss this spring with a new two-day whisky festival.

The ‘Glen Scotia Mini Malts Festival’ (16–17 May) is a smaller, more intimate counterpart to the distillery’s annual Campbeltown Malts Festival, a fixture in the global whisky calendar.

Attendees can enjoy Glen Scotia’s impressive portfolio of single malt whiskies while discovering how the distillery creates its signature character through a series of experimental tastings inspired by its latest releases.

Taking place at Luss Distillery – the newly opened state-of-the-art spirits destination of Loch Lomond Group (owners of Glen Scotia, Loch Lomond Whiskies and Ben Lomond Gin) – the event is a more accessible alternative for those unable to make the trip to the “wee toon”, being located under an hour from Glasgow.

The venue will be transformed to create a mini Campbeltown, with a Glen Scotia pop-up bar offering drams of this year’s Festival Edition bottling and a selection of exclusive single cask releases from the Campbeltown Malts Festival in recent years, which are highly limited and much-loved drams selected by Master Blender, Ashley Smith.

There will also be two unique tasting sessions:

• A ‘Deconstructed Campbeltown Malts Festival Release 2026’ – an in-depth tasting exploring the individual components of the annual limited-edition festival release, unearthing its distinctive flavour profile and what makes it such a sought-after dram.
• The ‘Big Campbeltown Character Tasting’ – a chance to discover Glen Scotia’s signature style through a guided tasting of its hero 12 Year Old expression, highlighting its characterful tropical fruit and coastal spray flavours, and exploring the elements that give it its distinctive oily texture.

Master Blender for Glen Scotia, Ashley Smith, said:  

“Glen Scotia has established itself  on the global stage, but while our whisky is full of big character and big ambitions, our home and our people remain at the heart of everything we do, so it felt only right to offer a wee taste of the Campbeltown Malts Festival in our new Loch Lomond brand home. 

“Across the two days, attendees will have the chance to explore this year’s Campbeltown Malts Festival limited-edition whisky, meet our small team of big characters, and enjoy an exciting flavour of the main festival’s atmosphere.”

For further information about Glen Scotia visit https://www.glenscotia.com/

Tickets for Glen Scotia’s Mini Malts Festival at Luss Distillery are available via https://lussdistillery.com/pages/seasonal-events

Distiller Glen Scotia has been producing single malt whisky in Campbeltown since 1832 and is one of three surviving distilleries in Campbeltown. To this day, the distillery team follow in the footsteps of their founders, using traditional methods to create the subtly maritime style the brand has become world-famous for.

Recognition of Glen Scotia’s style and craftsmanship continues to be acknowledged globally.

• In 2021, Glen Scotia’s 25-Year-Old single malt was awarded ‘Best In Show Whisky’ at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Over 3,800 entries across thirty-one categories were judged with Glen Scotia being awarded the overall winner across all countries and styles. Only seven months later, Glen Scotia was also named Scottish Whisky Distillery of the Year at the Scottish Whisky Awards 2021.
• In 2022, Glen Scotia’s Victoriana won ‘Best In Class’ in the Distillers’ Single Malt Scotch – No Age Statement category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
• In 2023, Glen Scotia won ‘Best Single Cask Single Malt’ at the World Whiskies Awards for a single cask bottling distilled in 2009 and aged for 13 years exclusively in a first-fill bourbon barrel.
• Later that same year, Glen Scotia’s 25-Year-Old won a coveted Platinum award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023, which is awarded to the very few entries that receive a Double Gold medal for three consecutive years at the prestigious global event.
• In 2024, Glen Scotia received a number of prestigious awards across its range of single malt whiskies, including Platinum titles at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024 for both Glen Scotia Victoriana and Glen Scotia 25 Year Old.
• In 2025, Glen Scotia was awarded several notable industry awards across its core range whiskies including Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum being named the best Campbeltown non-age statement whisky, as well as winning platinum accolades for Glen Scotia 15 and 25 Year Old, and gold for Glen Scotia Victoriana at the San Fransico World Spirits Competition 2025.
• That same year, Glen Scotia 15 Year Old was also awarded gold at the International World Spirits Competition.