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The world of whisky never stands still — and neither do we. At Planet Whiskies, our mission has always been to bring enthusiasts, collectors, newcomers and industry professionals closer to the stories shaping the global whisky landscape. From the windswept islands of Scotland to the rising distilleries of Ireland, England, Japan, America and beyond, the whisky world is experiencing one of the most exciting periods in its history. New distilleries are opening, long‑established names are innovating, and rare releases continue to capture the imagination of whisky lovers everywhere.
This Latest Whisky News section is your gateway to the heartbeat of the industry. Here you’ll find the most up‑to‑date press releases, announcements, festival highlights, limited‑edition launches, distillery developments, awards, collaborations and behind‑the‑scenes insights from across the whisky world. Whether it’s a major Scottish distillery unveiling a new visitor centre, an independent bottler releasing a groundbreaking series, or a small craft producer making waves with an unexpected innovation, we bring the stories directly to you.
Planet Whiskies has been reporting on whisky news for nearly two decades, and our archive reflects the evolution of the industry itself. While this page focuses on the most recent updates from 2020 onwards, our extensive historical news collection — covering 2007 to 2019 — remains available through our HTML sitemap for those who enjoy exploring the past as much as the present. Together, these stories form a living timeline of whisky’s journey, capturing the people, places and ideas that continue to shape the spirit we love.
Whether you’re here to keep up with the latest releases, follow your favourite distilleries, discover new brands, or simply enjoy reading about the craft and culture of whisky, this page is updated regularly to ensure you never miss a moment. Pour yourself a dram, settle in, and explore the latest happenings from the whisky world — all curated with the passion, detail and authenticity that Planet Whiskies is known for.
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News: Ballantines - Scotland - 26th March 2026 
Ballantine's 23 Year Old Named World's Best Blended Whisky At The World Whiskies Awards
News: Jura - Scotland - 26th March 2026 
Jura Whisky proudly presents a new range of exceptional whiskies,each finished in a different Sherry cask
News: Tomintoul - Scotland - 9th March 2026 
Tomintoul Distillery backs volunteers on the frontline of Scotland’s mountain rescue with lifesaving avalanche tech
News: Glen Scotia - Scotland - 5th March 2026 
Glen Scotia unveils bold new limited-edition whisky for Campbeltown Malts Festival 2026
News: Starward - Australia - 25th February 2026 
Australian single malt whisky Starward is releasing limited-edition Starward x Lagavulin in the UK
News: Glenfiddich - Scotland - 18th February 2026 
Glenfiddich Reveals A Bold New Visual Direction Embracing Its Courageous Spirit To Signal A New Era For The Malt That Made Malts Famous
News: Penderyn - Wales - 16th February 2026 
Penderyn Distillery comes of age and Marks St David’s Day 2026 with the release of Cask No. 1, Landmark Aged Whiskies and ‘The Village’ Launch
News: London Distillery - England - 10th February 2026 
London Distillery Company showcases London’s first 10-Year-Old single malt whisky
News: Ardbeg - Scotland - 4th February 2026 
Ardbeg Distillery Appoints Its First Female Distillery Manager In Modern Era
News: Luss Distillery - Scotland - 2nd February 2026 
The Rt. Hon. John Swinney MSP, First Minister of Scotland Officially Opens Luss Distillery
News: Scapegrace - New Zealand - 29th January 2026 
Scapegrace's Anthem Whisky Strikes Gold at the World Whiskies Awards 2026.
News: Burns Night 2026 - Scotland - 9th January 2026 
Highly Acclaimed Whiskies To Celebrate Burns Night 2026: Raise a dram to honour Robert Burns’ 267th birthday around the world
News: Loch Lomond - Scotland - 8th January 2026 
Burns Night Whisky - A Highland and Campbeltown Duo from Loch Lomond Group
News: Royal Salute - Scotland - 7th January 2026 
Royal Salute Ignites The New Year With Exclusive 21 Year Old Lunar New Year Edition Celebrating The Year Of The Horse
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Distillery of the Month: September 2024
Tomintoul Distillery Tour
Planet Whiskies had a fantastic trip up to the Speyside Whisky region of Scotland in February 2024 to visit Angus Dundee Distillers Tomintoul Distillery within the Cairngorms National Park. Then, after the distillery tour and tasting, which was hosted by Iain Forteath, the master blender of Tomintoul, our press group travelled and stayed the night at the recently bought country home of Tomintoul House in the Aultmore Estate (previously called Aultmore House). Planet Whiskies has made the Tomintoul Distillery, Distillery of the Month for both March/April 2024.
Distillery of the Month: February 2024
Bushmills Distillery Tour
Planet Whiskies visited the new Bushmills Distillery in Northern Ireland on the 25th and 26th of September. Read our review of the experience of Bushmills and Northern Ireland at Planet Whiskies tour of Bushmills and Northern Ireland
You can also read the whole section about Bushmills Distillery.
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Drams Delivered To Your Door - The World’s Biggest Whisky Club Drops New Monthly Subscription Service

Whisky enthusiasts can now take their passion to the next level and have exceptional cask strength single malt whiskies delivered to their doors every month thanks to The Scotch Malt Whisky Society's new 'Drop & Dram' subscription service.
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