Scotch Malt Whisky Society

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

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SKOOSHY STROOPWAFEL - a special small-batch single malt from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

'Waffle Week' at Duck & Waffle

Whisky deals in the big Amazon Prime Day sale event

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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
Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner Artisanal Spirits Company has seen “significant” membership growth putting it on track to hit its ambitious revenue goal.
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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 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

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society's venue in 28 Queen Street, New Town, serves "distinguished flavours" of whisky and food in a Georgian townhouse setting. Each of its bars boast 500 exclusive single malts, and non-members can visit the Kaleidoscope bar, refurbished in 2020 - though booking is advised.

Edinburgh whisky bar wins prestigious award

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

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

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

'Our vision is to cement ourselves as the most entertaining global membership community for single malt Scotch whisky,' says Mr Ridley. Picture: contributed.

The Big Interview: David Ridley, MD of The Artisanal Spirits Company

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.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner ASC completes 'cornerstone' investment
Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner Artisanal Spirits Company has secured a “cornerstone” investment from BGF, formerly the Business Growth Fund, as part of its stock market flotation.
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh team up with world-renowned mixologist

ASC says the float will help offer a 'wider variety of premium, limited edition whiskies, spirits and inspiring experiences'. Picture: Peter Sandground.

Owner of Scotch Malt Whisky Society toasts £78m stock market debut

Vic Galloway at home in Edinburgh

There’s a whisky for every music genre, Vic Galloway pairs beats with malts

Scotch Malt Whisky Society's members' rooms at Bath Street, Glasgow. Headquartered at The Vaults in Leith, Edinburgh, the society is a curator and provider of premium single cask Scotch malt whisky and other spirits for sale to a global membership of around 28,000 whisky fans. Picture: Peter Sandground

Scotch Malt Whisky Society owner cheers major funding to back global growth

Mark Hunter, the new chairman of Artisanal Spirits Company, owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Picture: Peter Sandground

Owner of Scotch Malt Whisky Society eyeing stock market flotation

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Stock acquired for future bottlings, staff recruitment, investment in e-commerce and member propositions that included the opening of a new venue in Glasgow and improvements to the Queen Street Edinburgh premises, all contributed to increased spend at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Picture: Daniel McAvoy

Scotch Malt Whisky Society cheers record year as China and US outperform

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SWMS was established in Edinburgh in 1983 and now has more than 26,000 members. Picture: Contributed

Scotch Malt Whisky Society membership rise tops up full-year revenues

Scottish Malt Whisky Society - The Gathering

Whisky festival will bring fans from around the world to Leith

SMWS whisky tasting

Scotch Malt Whisky Society hosts the Magic Carpet Ride & Sensory Bazaar in Edinb...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society in Edinburgh who are hosting a Scottish V Irish whisky tasting event next Friday evening.
Pic - Greg Macvean.

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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society host special event with dram of first ever bottling, 1.1.

Scotch Malt Whisky Society cracks open first ever bottle

Lind and Lime gin - named in honor of the Edinburgh doctor Dr. James Lind - who discovered a cure for scurvy.

Scurvy doctor to be honoured in nation's latest gin

CHEERS: Enjoy an outdoor dram with the Scottish Malt Whisky Society

Here's a chance to explore Edinburgh's secret gardens

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SMWS takes members on flavour journey with a total of 10 exclusive bottles to celebrate both the Spirit of Speyside and Feis Ile festivals.

Celebrate whisky festivals with limited edition drams

The Dining Room has been named Restaurant of the Year.

Edinburgh eatery named Restaurant of the Year

The distillery would be built next to Ocean Terminal.

Â£5 million single malt distillery planned for Leith

New revamp for whisky bar. Picture; Jon Need

Scotch Malt Whisky Society launches new Edinburgh bar

Visitor numbers at distilleries like Cardhu on Speyside have soared. Picture: Gavin Host.

New venture aims to tap into whisky tourism boom

Mrs Rae ate at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society in Leith. Picture: Google

Woman awarded Â£250,000 after restaurant food poisoning

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