On 14 February 2022, the English Whisky Guild applied for a geographical indication (GI) in order to establish a legal definition for English whisky. [22] Suggested criteria include: All grain used in the production of English whisky must originate from the United Kingdom.

May 20, 2022 · Contrary to Scotch Whisky regulations, English whisky distilleries have more freedom to craft their spirits. They can use any type of cereal like oats, barley, wheat, and rye, then age the blend in other wood casks aside from oak.

The English Whisky Co. is England’s oldest registered whisky distillery, founded by the Nelstrop family in 2006. We mature all of our casks and bottle all of our whisky on site.

English whisky is witnessing unprecedented growth, with a tsunami of drinkers across the world discovering and experiencing a spirit produced with incredible flavour diversity and to the highest standards.

Who said good whisky has to be made in Scotland or Japan? These English whisky distilleries are putting UK single malts on the map.

Nov 22, 2024 · In light of the festival and the growing prominence of English whisky, the 2024 World Whiskies Awards have highlighted some remarkable expressions. From innovative rye whiskies to single malts matured in varying casks, English …

May 10, 2024 · The embryonic English whisky scene is immensely eclectic. Not hamstrung by history nor tethered so tightly to tradition as their neighbours, English distillers are able to innovate with...

English Whisky. Plenty of English whisky was produced in the 19th century, but when the stills of the Lea Valley Distillery fell silent in 1903, nothing happened for almost exactly a century. Now whisky is being made from Cornwall to Cumbria. Discover more »

Aug 26, 2022 · Want to know what English whisky is all about, and why it’s causing such a stir in the whisky world? Then swot up with some knowledge below before discovering which whiskies are worthy of...

Jan 22, 2023 · The world’s first in-person English Whisky Festival hosted hundreds of eager fans, exploring and tasting whisky produced in new English distilleries. Featuring tipples from 26 producers, it ...