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How to sell a cask of whisky
How to sell a cask of whisky One of the most important aspects to consider when planning an investment in Scotch whisky casks is how to finish it. Some of the people who are not very familiar with this specific industry are concerned about the liquidity of their assets and the possibility of...
US off-trade sales of spirits are still growing
According to data from the analytical company Nielsen, the growth in sales of spirits in the week ending July 18, continued to exceed the wine and beer segments of US retail. Scotch whisky is one of the fastest growing categories in terms of the off-trade sale of spirits in the United States, as...
IWSR forecasts further premiumisation in the alcoholic beverages market
IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, an analytical company specialising in researching the alcoholic beverages market, has published a report presenting a forecast for the market for the coming years based on current data and trends. As one of the key trends, IWSR indicated premiumisation and a further...
Pernod Ricard improved its forecasts for 2020
The French concern Pernod Ricard, the owner of such Scotch whisky brands as Chivas Regal, Ballantine's Aberlour and The Glenlivet, improved its forecast for 2020 in the latest statement. In March the company estimated a decline in the full-year profit by 20% compared to the previous year, while...
Technological innovation in the Scotch whisky industry
Tradition is a very important factor in the Scotch whisky business both for the producers and fans of the product. Attachment to the customs established over the centuries, such as the use of the same products or whisky production methods, is often highly exposed in the producers' marketing...