Whisky Investment Meets Rock Royalty: My Evening with Sir Rod Stewart at the Keepers of the Quaich

By Adam Francis | Founder, Whisky Solutions There aren’t many industries where you can spend your working week dealing with whisky casks and then find yourself sitting inside a Scottish castle sharing an evening with one of the biggest rock stars in the world. But that’s Scotch whisky. In October 2024, I had the privilege […]
From Horsepower to Whisky: Meeting Richard Hammond and the Story Behind Iron Ridge

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Richard Hammond at voco St David’s Cardiff, where we were both enjoying a memorable Six Nations weekend in the Welsh capital. It proved to be an excellent day for the home supporters, as Wales defeated Italy 31–17, ending a 15-match Six Nations losing streak and securing their first […]
Resilience, Strategy and the Next Scotch Whisky Cycle: Lessons from Jason Fox and Mike Kydd

Adam Francis reflects on Jason Fox, Mike Kydd and what resilience, export data and changing trade conditions mean for Scotch whisky in 2026. I recently had the opportunity to spend time with Jason “Foxy” Fox at the Catalyst ERP and Bottle ERP Spirits Leaders Event 2026 in Edinburgh, discussing resilience, leadership and the importance of […]
Scotch Whisky Cask Investment in 2026: A Practical, Positive Outlook for Long-Term Buyers

By Jimmy Carter
Crypto vs Whisky: Crypto-style returns without the crypto-style risks

By Hicson K.
The Glenlivet 40 Year Old: A Celebration of Time and Mastery

By Dr. Nick Willford