The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Firstly, the popularity of blended scotch whiskies, previously high and reliable, began to decline. Increasingly, the public (both domestically and abroad) began to favour lighter spirits such as rum and vodka. Brora Distillery reopened in 2021. Brora reopened in 2021.

High Volume 52

High Volume Vodka Rum Scotch Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 8, 2024

However, by the 1980s, consumers had begun to favor white spirits such as white rum and vodka. This massive oversupply with decreasing demand resulted in multiple distillery closures and a general decline in the sale of scotch whisky. The period was known as The Whisky Loch. The bottle most recently sold in February 2023 for £3,500.

Rum 105

Rum Bottling Vodka Bitters 105

The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Skyfall (2012) – The Macallan 1962 Fine and Rare The first drink you think to associate with James Bond is the infamous Vodka Martini (“shaken not stirred”). Both express surprise the Russian-born Chekov evidently prefers whisky to vodka, before enjoying a toast to remember Kirk’s late father and absent friends.

Bottling 97

Bottling Vodka Brandy Promoter 97