Nicola Carruthers

818 Tequila challenges ‘100% agave’ lawsuit By Nicola CarruthersKendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila has filed a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit that alleges the company falsely markets its products as ‘100% agave’, arguing the claims are legally flawed ... See more

Ford’s Crown Royal ban draws union backlash By Nicola CarruthersA union has slammed Ontario premier Doug Ford’s boycott of Crown Royal whisky, claiming he is “attacking the livelihoods of hundreds of Canadian workers”. Earlier this week in a press confere... See more

What spirits are in this year’s Golden Globes gift bag? By Nicola CarruthersA case of Scotch whisky from the Isle of Harris and a duo of gins from Welsh brand Cygnet will be part of this year’s Golden Globes goody bag, valued at just under US$1 million. T... See more

Irish whiskey exports fall 5% in 2025 By Nicola CarruthersExports of Irish whiskey declined by 5% in value last year after the US hindered the category’s performance. Irish food and drink agency Bord Bia released its Export Performance and Prospects Repor... See more

Scottish groups demand urgent rates relief for hospitality By Nicola CarruthersTwo Scottish licensed trade bodies are urging the government to address the “unfair rates burden” on the sector, ahead of the 2026-27 Budget announcement next week. The Scottis... See more