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Scotch maker to bottle whisky in Russia Scotch blender and bottler Campbell Meyer & Co has agreed to make bulk shipments of one of its whisky brands to be bottled in Russia.

Diageo has confirmed a “pause” of its intention to add a fourth distillery to Crown Royal Canadian whisky’s production footprint in the country. #alcohol #spirits #liquor #whisky #canadianwhisky Full details: https://lnkd.in/eetbQnCu

It’s crept up on us, but this month marks the 10th anniversary of TSI and NED Whisky. In the first week of August 2014, trademarks were filed for both Top Shelf International and NED to set the ball rolling on what has been a decade of growth, ups, downs and everything in between! This time 10 years ago, NED was just a dream; a sketch on a piece of paper for an Australian whisky brand that competed on price but exceeded on taste against the entrenched global competition. So a small, very enthusiastic and diverse (some would say motley) group of believers, with co-founders Drew Fairchild and Jason Redfern leading the charge, came together to try and bring it to life! The idea became reality later that year when the first NED product rolled off the production line at 6am three days before Xmas. The NED Whisky & Cola 4.8% RTD (a 700ml bottle was still 5 years away) was then sold by Jason door-to-door from the back of a ute all over Victoria. Fast forward to today and TSI is unrecognisable from its scrappy and modest beginnings. While a lot has changed in a decade, the vision and opportunity remains – to give Aussie drinkers premium spirit brands to proudly call their own. The number of Australian spirits producers has also grown exponentially over the last 10 years. Australian brands are recognised for their quality around the world thanks to this country’s innovation, expertise and quality of its raw ingredients. However the specific excise regime that spirits is subjected to – the third highest rate in the world – is the single biggest factor limiting the opportunity for Australian spirits to soar and reach its potential. So while it’s more challenging out there at the moment than anyone in the Australian spirits industry would like, here’s cheers to 10 years and to 10 more after that!

As far as the availability of fine whiskies worldwide is concerned, it is necessary to dwell on the wide difference (see the in-post chart) between the quantity of bottles produced in recent years and the number of active distilleries, decidedly below the historical average. There are certainly two lines of production to be considered in this regard. On the one hand, in fact, it is important to note that, despite the large quantity of spirits produced, the permanent shortage of bottles of “investment” whisky suggests that the quantities of whisky intended for consumption – meaning the latter as “commercial” whiskey – do not influence the production of that intended for collecting and investment, because the quantities produced of the latter are always infinitely small to meet their demand which is increasingly high and which pushes – and will continue to drive – their prices towards a continuous rise. Another useful observation is that, if the number of active distilleries is currently below the historical average, it means that there are even fewer distilleries producing fine whisky than in the past, and this once again acts as a powerful profit multiplier for those who have invested in bottles of rare spirits. If you don't want to miss this highly profitable investment opportunity, contact us to speak with one of our portfolio managers: e-mail us at info@yourspiritsclub.com now! *Courtesy pic by InsideTheCask #InvestmentOpportunity #LuxuryInvestments #SpiritsMarket #PremiumSpirits

What is the oldest Scotch Whisky distillery? We've all heard many different claims, but which are actually true? Iain Russell has done the research to find out. Check out his detailed analysis of the different claims surrounding the age of Scotch Whisky distilleries. Learn about the history and credibility of each claim. You might be surprised by what you discover! #ScotchWhisky #WhiskyDistillery #OldestDistillery

How to Stay Relevant in the Fast-Paced World of New Whisky Distilleries. #WhiskyInnovation #DistilleryTrends #BrandStorytelling #UniqueFlavors #WhiskyCommunity #TraditionMeetsModern #CraftDistilling #WhiskyLovers #IndustryInsights #SpiritsMarket

Here are some fun facts about the manufacturing of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey: * The Lincoln County Process: Jack Daniel's undergoes a unique filtration process called "charcoal mellowing" or "The Lincoln County Process." This involves slowly filtering the whiskey through 10 feet of sugar maple charcoal, which removes impurities and contributes to its distinctive smoothness. * Cave Spring Water: The water used in the production of Jack Daniel's comes from a natural spring located on the distillery grounds. This cool, iron-free water is believed to contribute to the whiskey's smooth taste. * New Charred Oak Barrels: Jack Daniel's is aged exclusively in new, charred American white oak barrels. The charring process creates a layer of charcoal inside the barrel, which imparts flavors of vanilla, caramel, and spice to the whiskey. * Master Distillers: There have only been seven Master Distillers in the history of Jack Daniel's, a testament to the company's commitment to tradition and quality. The current Master Distiller is Jeff Arnett, who has been with the company since 1990. * No Sales in Lynchburg: Due to a local prohibition law enacted in the late 19th century, Jack Daniel's cannot be sold within the town of Lynchburg, Tennessee. Visitors to the distillery can, however, sample the whiskey on-site. * The Jack Daniel Distillery: The Jack Daniel Distillery is the oldest registered distillery in the United States, having been established in 1866. It is also a National Historic Landmark and a popular tourist destination. These are just a few of the many interesting facts about the manufacturing of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey. The company's commitment to tradition, quality, and unique production methods has helped to make it one of the most popular and recognizable whiskey brands in the world. https://lnkd.in/dvDPRfGr

It seems that someone has finally decided to formalize their very own single malt whisky, an unimpressive move considering that it has been produced in Scotland for over 530 years. The regulations for this whisky are mostly consistent with traditional standards; however, it only requires two years of barrel aging, unlike most countries that mandate a minimum of three years for single malt whisky. #eventplanner #corporateevents #corporateentertainment   #eventplanning #eventprofs #eventdesign #eventmanagement #eventplanner #corporateevents #corporateentertainment #eventplanning #eventprofs #eventdesign #eventmanagement

'Old and Rare' Scotch Whisky. I was talking about it, last night. To gauge the size of just this one segment, of a HUGE Industry, really depends on what your definition of 'Old and Rare' is? For instance, would you reckon that a £1300 bottle of 1988 Glenburgie is 'Old And Rare'? If so, it's probably a larger segment than you think. Although obviously, nobody's going to tell you this. Well...apart from me. Nobody knows how many Scotch Whisky Casks are maturing in Scotland. I do but because were told, 'it's hard to say', were told 'about 20 million'. That's for ALL 145 Distilleries and the DOZENS of mega-maturation places we have, all over Scotland, some, larger than entire villages. According to me and all the places I've visited and dozens of Industry Experts and because I have a rudimentary grasp of 'sums', I've been reliably told and therefore, figured out, it's: ...'about rather a lot more than 20 million'. So far, in over 20 years, nobody has corrected me, so let's erm...conservatively... say, 45,000,000-ish? That's Casks, not Bottles. Out of this amount, (that nobody corrects me on), how many of these maturing Casks are from the tail-end of the 20th Century, say 1988? Spoiler Alert: It's, 'quite a lot'. So, that's £1300 x 'quite a lot'. Follow me for more #ScotchWhiskyTruths.

'Old and Rare' Scotch Whisky. I was talking about it, last night. To gauge the size of just this one segment, of a HUGE Industry, really depends on what your definition of 'Old and Rare' is? For instance, would you reckon that a £1300 bottle of 1988 Glenburgie is 'Old And Rare'? If so, it's probably a larger segment than you think. Although obviously, nobody's going to tell you this. Well...apart from me. Nobody knows how many Scotch Whisky Casks are maturing in Scotland. I do but because were told, 'it's hard to say', were told 'about 20 million'. That's for ALL 145 Distilleries and the DOZENS of mega-maturation places we have, all over Scotland, some, larger than entire villages. According to me and all the places I've visited and dozens of Industry Experts and because I have a rudimentary grasp of 'sums', I've been reliably told and therefore, figured out, it's: ...'about rather a lot more than 20 million'. So far, in over 20 years, nobody has corrected me, so let's erm...conservatively... say, 45,000,000-ish? That's Casks, not Bottles. Out of this amount, (that nobody corrects me on), how many of these maturing Casks are from the tail-end of the 20th Century, say 1988? Spoiler Alert: It's, 'quite a lot'. So, that's £1300 x 'quite a lot'. Follow me for more #ScotchWhiskyTruths.