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How To Start Your Own Whisky Distillery In Five Steps - by Annabel Thomas of Nc'nean When I reflect on what it took to get Nc’nean up and running as a functioning distillery, five key stages stand out. So, let’s break down the five stages that I went through when establishing Nc’nean Distillery. https://lnkd.in/ev-uPH_F

White Peak Distillery Releases Wire Works Whisky English Oak Award-winning Derbyshire Distillery White Peak is winding the clock back for its final release of the year. Award-winning Derbyshire Distillery White Peak is winding the clock back for its final release of the year. The launch of Wire Works Whisky English Oak marks the first time the Distillery will be launching a limited edition off line, asking whisky-lovers to support bricks-and-mortar and their retail partners on the challenged high street. https://lnkd.in/gfA_G4tY

The article in this post pulls together very well the many strands for the argument in favour of Fife being its own whisky region. As it clearly states we at InchDairnie Distillery are very strong advocates for this big step. We believe this will assist in the growth and development of all the fine whisky brands distilled in Fife, many of whom are already on the global stage. Provenance is important to many of our consumers, where does your whisky come from? Answering that question with clarity and simplicity is a a big part of the tool box needed in this increasingly highly competitive market place to build our brands. Todays consumer is curious and hungry for information, it is our role as brand owners to provide that information and to put it front and centre of our branding. Whisky is distilled in many more countries than ever before, the competition is no longer home grown. Countries where they have the freedom to take their own path. I simply do not understand why we in Fife should be denied the right to take our own path in this ever changing and challenging world.

Thankyou Rosemary Gallagher for your excellent piece. Producing a Scottish Rye Whisky as our first brand, RyeLaw, was a clear statement of intent. InchDairnie Distillery is all about flavour, something that I think is often lost when people talk about Scotch Whisky. Now that whisky is produced globally we need to get back to the basics, flavour and provenance. RyeLaw is a Scottish Rye Whisky which does not fit into the current legal definition and for that reason we have to put Grain Whisky on the front of the bottle. This is not very helpful when a Rye Whisky has a different flavour profile to a traditional Grain Whisky. This achieves the exact opposite of why the whisky categories were first developed. They were developed to better inform the consumer, we are now confusing the customer. InchDairnie is a Fife distillery producing a Fife Whisky from Fife cereals. InchDairnie will always be Fife and never just Lowland, another challenge for us.

Port Ellen, Islay scotch. What a beautiful distillery! If you wish to design and build a legacy plant like this, Omnia Technologies and Frilli S.R.L. can build the bridge between your vision and reality. Incredibly low energy and water consumption meet beauty and functionality. #OmniatechnologiesUSA #frillisrl #distilling #sustainability

New York's legalization of DTC spirits shipping took effect on November 16th. In the last few days, we've facilitated the first transactions for two NY-based distilleries - Dragonfyre Distillery for their Whiskey sample pack and 1911 Established for their bourbon through the Vinoshipper platform for them. Go NY!  It really is not that hard for all states to follow this model, expanding sales channels helps all markets. #dtc #ILoveNY #SpiritsIndustry #modernthinkers ##timeforchange #Whiskey #Bourbon Distilled Spirits Council of the United States American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) American Distilling Institute

Exciting progress in New York's beverage alcohol industry! The recent legislative changes create a more equitable landscape for producers, setting a promising precedent for other states. Remember, meaningful industry reform happens at the legislative level. Texas may be next, with Senate Bill 246 currently under consideration. This proposed legislation aims to level the playing field for beverage alcohol producers, much like New York's initiative. If you're interested in supporting Texas Senate Bill 246 and would like guidance on contacting your state legislators, feel free to send me a direct message. #BeverageIndustry #Legislation #AlcoholPolicy #Texas #NewYork

👏 👏 Creating a Fife Whisky Region now would provide a clear identity, marketing advantage, and a sense of pride for local producers and consumers. While the logistical and bureaucratic hurdles are real, the long-term benefits for Fife's whisky-making community and its global reputation outweigh the costs. As the saying goes, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago; the second-best time is now. The same holds true for establishing Fife as a whisky region 👏 This version draws more attention to the passion and heritage of the distilleries while emphasizing the unique opportunity to build a distinct identity for Fife now, rather than waiting. The goal is to inspire a sense of pride and urgency in moving forward with the creation of a Fife Whisky Region. https://lnkd.in/ghhfefNA #whisky #fifewhisky #fife

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## Artisanal or Alarming? The Hidden Dangers in Craft Gin Production 🍸🚫 I recently stumbled upon a video that left me shaken, not stirred 😱 - and not in a good way! It showed someone hand-shaking gin before bottling. While it might look quaint and artisanal, it raises some serious red flags 🚩 **Safety Concerns vs. Public Perception:** - 🦠 Potential contamination risks - 👏 Yet, consumers often praise these "handcrafted" methods - 🏆 Some of these products even win awards in competitions! **The Blind Spot in Blind Tastings:** Judges in blind tastings can't "see" these questionable techniques 🙈 They focus on: - 👃 Aroma - 👅 Taste - 🎨 Appearance But what about the unseen dangers? 🕵️♀️ **HACCP and Regulatory Concerns:** - ❌ Likely non-compliant with HACCP standards - 🏭 Violates good manufacturing practices - 🧼 Lacks proper sanitation controls **The Bigger Picture:** It's concerning that products made without proper health controls are not only sold but celebrated 😕 This raises questions about: - 🏅 The criteria used in spirits competitions - 👨🍳 The romanticization of "artisanal" techniques - 🧑🔬 The need for better consumer education on food safety While we all love a good craft spirit, shouldn't we prioritize safety over spectacle? 🤔 Let's appreciate the art of distilling without compromising on health standards! What do you think? Is the charm of "handcrafted" worth the risk? Share your thoughts below! 💬👇