Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Artisanal Spirits: Scotch Malt Whisky Society membership jumps above 40,000

Artisanal Spirits Company cheers tariff and trade deals amid first-half gains

Whisky fans will be put through their paces in a new blind whisky tasting competition launching in the capital this August.

New competition to find Europe’s best whisky taster to launch

Scotch Malt Whisky Society launches Artisan Casks

Why the Scotch Malt Whisky Society has moved into selling casks

The trade deal is regarded as a major step in the growth of Scotch whisky (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Whisky industry toasts trade deal with the largest market in the world

Scotsman Obituaries: Robin Laing, folk singer known as the ‘Whisky Bard’

Edinburgh-based Artisanal Spirits Company owns the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Single Cask Nation, JG Thomson and Artisan Casks. Picture by Peter Sandground

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner takes action after £1 million trade tariff blow

A glass of whisky being poured at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Bath Street, Glasgow. Picture: Peter Sandground

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner seals Indian deal offering ‘exciting potential’

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society venue on Bath Street, Glasgow. Pic: Peter Sandground

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner ‘resilient’ in face of tariff turmoil

Hiroshi Suzuki trying Irn Bru next to a cardboard cutout of Robbie Williams, who is playing Murrayfield this weekend.

"Irn Bru is great": Japanese ambassador loves our other national drink

Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS). Picture by Peter Sandground

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner braces for potential tariffs as earnings rise

Based on the Ayrshire farm which was Robert Burns’ home and workplace from 1777 to 1784, Lochlea distillery began quietly distilling, casking and maturing their whisky in 2018.

The 10 best Scotch whiskies for Burns night

The Singleton of Glen Ord

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Whisky deals in the big Amazon Prime Day sale event

This little-known whisky blend is my Amazon Prime Day recommendation

Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS). Picture by Peter Sandground

Why Scots spirits firm has an eye on Vietnam and new Scotch releases

The Scotch Whisky Association said exports in 2023 topped £5.6 billion, equal to 1.35 billion 70cl bottles. Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto.

Alcohol-free 'Scotch whisky' made in Mexico sparks legal battle

Some of Scotland's best international export partners.

The 10 countries that are Scotland's most valuable export partners

Some of Scotland's most famous exports.

Scottish Exports: Here are Scotland's 10 biggest exports

'When we talk about whisky, we talk about its character,' says the industry veteran. Picture: contributed.

How this whisky firm is tapping into emotion to make the spirit more accessible

Dram Good Whisky Festival returns to Edinburgh this August

Dram Good Whisky Festival returns - win free tickets to bumper show

Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner ASC cracks £100m cask milestone

The group notched up 8 per cent revenue growth in 2023 to reach £23.5m, which it said was slightly ahead of expectation. Picture: contributed.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner widens FY losses but toasts optimistic outlook

Ad Feature Scotch Whisky Experience – evolution, investment and careers

Edinburgh-based Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2021.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner toasts 40,000 member milestone

Edinburgh-based Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2021.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner seals 'exciting' financing deal worth £15m

Co-hosts of the Society's world record tasting, Master Ambassador John McCheyne, and Madeleine Schmoll Photo: Mike Wilkinson/SMWS/PA Wire

Whisky society sets world record for largest online tasting event

What is true of whisky is not true of the Scots themselves who largely do not accept the label “Scotch” when being referred to.

Scotch vs Scottish: Here are 10 times it’s okay to say ‘Scotch’

Edinburgh-based Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2021.

World record attempt for largest whisky tasting to give Artisanal Spirits a lift

From left: Murphy Chang, Taiwan country director, and Mark Bedingham, non-executive director of Artisanal Spirits Company. Picture: contributed.

Artisanal Spirits Company tops up Asian presence with new subsidiary in Taiwan

ASC boss Andrew Dane says: 'We are well positioned to deliver further growth from our diversified end-markets and ultra-premium positioning.' Picture: Colin Hattersley.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner cheers sales and membership inflow gaining pace

The labels on the bottles will feature the band.

How to pair whisky and music – as Rhythm and Booze Project launch record label

Helen Page will join as chair of the board of Label Sessions.

Brand guru who has worked with Virgin Money and RBS to chair new platform

Whisky with critters tasting at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Edinburgh.
Photo shows Scott Begbie, SMWS member who lives in Stonehaven.

Photograph: Mike Wilkinson…18/04/23

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"The scorpion surprised me - it was a bit like a salty Pretzel"- SMWS continues ...

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Scran season 6: Pip Hills, founder of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Artisanal Spirits Company owns the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), which was established in 1983, and has grown to encompass thousands of members worldwide.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner on track for £30m goal after strong results

From left: Gary McGrath, Masterton Bond operations manager and Artisanal Spirits Company boss Andrew Dane. Picture: Artisanal Spirits Company/Peter Sandground.

Artisanal Spirits Company rolls out barrel for official launch of £2.5m facility

A bottle of Highland Park

Big birthday releases from Highland Park and Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner reveals new boss and cheers double-digit growth

Isle of Harris Distillers is located at Tarbert on the Scottish Hebridean island. Picture: Laurence Winram Photography

£10m boost as one of Scotland's most remote distilleries looks to go global

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner reveals start-up date for Glasgow bond facility

Picture: Mike Wilkinson

Scotch Malt Whisky Society founder to receive lifetime achievement award at the ...

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society signs key agreement in Asia’s fourth largest economy
Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner Artisanal Spirits Company has signed an inaugural franchise agreement in South Korea, Asia’s fourth largest economy.

Port of Leith Distillery is building on the area’s heritage as the unofficial capital of Scotch Whisky.

Soaring spirit of Leith’s renaissance - Ian Stirling

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Owner of Edinburgh's Scotch Malt Whisky Society sees membership surge

Camille O’Sullivan is performing as part of Underbelly's programme at the Fringe. Picture: Barry McCall

Festival Diary: Camille revisits a previous life

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits. Picture: Mike Wilkinson

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner sees membership leap by quarter as demand soars

'The future looks brighter, with the tariffs lifted and the pandemic behind us', according to the report (file image). Picture: Peter Summers/Getty Images.

UK distilleries expected to see sales top up after 'really tough' 2020/21

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner warns over China's zero-Covid stance

SMWS. Queen Street, Edinburgh.

Photograph: Mike Wilkinson…4/5/21

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society Kaleidoscope Bar wins Global Whisky Bar of the Year a...

The Artisanal Spirits Company is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society and a leading curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner cheers double-digit rise in membership

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society announce release of 150th distillery bottling - and i...

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner toasts sales jump in 'transformational' 2021

ASC boss David Ridley - who says the new venture comes amid growing appetite from drinkers 'looking to taste something new and extraordinary'. Picture: Colin Hattersley.

Artisanal Spirits Company serves up new brand aimed at 'adventurous' drinkers

The news comes as SMWS’ global membership has now surpassed 30,000 for the first time. Picture: Peter Sandground.

The Artisanal Spirits Company toasts signing of Uddingston facility lease

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) shares the world’s best curated whiskies. Picture: Mike Wilkinson

Cheers to the return of in-person drinks festivals

Headquartered in Edinburgh, ASC is the owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), which looks to share the world’s best curated whiskies, bringing them to life through tasting events, content and other member activities. Picture: Mike Wilkinson

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner cheers growth after 'bright' stock market debut

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