Insights
Market context, industry developments and perspectives on tangible asset ownership.
Market Snapshot
£5.6bn
Annual Scotch Export Value
160+
International Markets
1.3bn
70cl Equivalent Bottles Shipped
£2bn
Exports of Single Malt Scotch
Featured Insight
The Volatility Hedge: Why Tangible Assets Outperform Sentiment
28 Mar 2026
Asset Class
For those who follow the broader markets, it’s been a period of notable movement. In our modern, interconnected world, headlines often translate into immediate market reactions. At times like this, it’s helpful to step back and look at the distinction between price and value.
Research Notes
Observations from the market
Short updates on developments shaping the Scotch whisky market and the broader landscape for tangible assets.
UK–India Trade Agreement and Scotch Whisky Tariffs
Following the UK–India trade agreement, tariffs on Scotch whisky imports are expected to reduce progressively over the coming decade. The change may improve long-term market access in what is already the world’s largest whisky market by volume.
March 2026
Capacity Expansion in Speyside
Several Speyside distilleries have announced capacity expansion programmes in response to sustained global demand. While these investments support future supply, mature casks from earlier production years remain structurally limited.
February 2026
Research Themes
Key areas of focus
Our research explores the structural forces shaping the Scotch whisky market and the long-term dynamics of tangible asset ownership.
Market Context
Global demand trends, export data and macro developments shaping the Scotch whisky market and the broader spirits industry.
Asset Class
Exploring whisky casks as tangible assets, including scarcity, maturation dynamics and long-term supply factors.
Ownership & Structure
How cask ownership works in practice, including bonded storage, chain of custody, legal transfer and operational stewardship.
Industry Developments
Events and structural changes across the whisky ecosystem, from distillery expansions to regulatory shifts and market activity.
Distilleries
Insights into the producers behind the spirit — their heritage, production capacity, regional influence and reputation.
All insights
A structured collection of market perspectives, distillery profiles and research on the Scotch whisky landscape.
Distillery Profile: Fettercairn
29 Aug 2025
Distilleries
Fettercairn produces a light, fruity and tropical spirit.
Distillers One of One Charity Auction Preview
19 Aug 2025
Industry Developments
The world’s leading charity auction for rare and old Scotch whiskies returns on October 10. This will be the third edition.
Distillery Profile: Glenturret
31 Jul 2025
Distilleries
Nestled in the outskirts of the Highland town of Crieff, the distillery has been making whisky since 1775.
Distillery Profile: Macduff
30 Jun 2025
Distilleries
Macduff is a single malt distillery in the east Highlands of Scotland, close to the coastal town of Banff.
Distillery Profile: Jura
31 May 2025
Distilleries
Jura is a distillery on the Hebridean island of Jura. This is between the Kintyre Peninsula on the Scottish mainland and the famous whisky island of Islay.
Distillery Profile: Tullibardine
30 Apr 2025
Distilleries
Tullibardine (pronounced tully-bar-din) is a Highland distillery that was built in the post-war years following World War II.
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