The Distillers One of One auction took place on last Friday (10th October), with 30 lots breaking records and hammer proceeds of £2.3 million going to charity. Glencairn Crystal has been a sponsor since the first auction in 2021 and crafted unique decanters for many of the ultra-rare whiskies including the Laphroaig Capsule, a 40-year-old Laphroaig presented in a flawless, green 1.5l crystal decanter, which sold for a record-breaking £125,000. Read More  

Orkney distillery Highland Park released a 16-year-old single malt in collaboration with three-Michelin-starred chef Björn Frantzén. Named Between You and I each bottle comes in a box customised by the chef. Launching without traditional tasting notes, the distillery invites drinkers to bring their own personal memories and emotions inspired by the whisky. Read More

Cutty Sark has added a triple-cask-matured 17-year-old blend to its Scotch whisky range. Cutty Sark 17 combines malt whiskies married in Sherry and Port casks, and grain whisky aged in Bourbon casks offering notes of candied orange peel, red cherries, plums, chocolate, and gentle spice. Read More 

Diageo’s Johnnie Walker Vault and French fashion designer Olivier Rousteing have launched their second release. Couture Blend features some of Scotland’s experimental modern whiskies, alongside vintage and rare whiskies from closed distilleries and is limited to 1,500 decanters worldwide. Read More 

Kilchoman unveiled its 100% Islay Sherry Cask Matured 11 Years Old single malt crafted from 100% Islay-grown barley. Bottled at 50% ABV, the whisky showcases notes of dark fruits, spice and smoked meat on the palate. Read More