The Cut
The editorial magazine for the OurWhisky Foundation.
Kirstie McCallum joins Whyte & Mackay
Veteran Scotch blender Kirstie McCallum has joined Whyte & Mackay as its second master whisky maker.
Kentucky Owl appoints first female master blender
Former Diageo blender Maureen Robinson has joined Bourbon brand Kentucky Owl as its new master blender.
Maker’s Mark announces new UK brand diplomat
Edrington UK has appointed former bartender Charlotte Pederson as its new Maker's Mark brand diplomat.
OurWhisky Foundation mentee selected for Nc’nean internship
Everest Marshall, a mentee with the OurWhisky Foundation, has been selected from over 140 applicants to participate in Nc’nean distillery’s Women’s Whisky Week.
Sophie Pashley: A day in the life of an assistant brewer and distiller
Sophie Pashley, assistant brewer and distiller at Yorkshire’s Cooper King distillery, talks to Millie Milliken about fixing casks, constant learning and the motivational power of Shania Twain.
Interview: Lauren and Steph Murray, Dowans hotel
Sisters Lauren and Steph Murray have owned the Dowans Hotel in Speyside with their parents since 2012. After more than 10 years at the helm, we talk to them about being brave with cocktails, hosting the whisky industry and being women in charge.
English Whisky Guild appoints first CEO
The English Whisky Guild (EWG) has appointed Morag Garden as its first CEO as maturing stocks of English whisky are expected to hit a value of £1billion by next year.
Meet the women shaping English whisky
This St. George’s Day we asked six women who are shaping English whisky what it’s like to be behind one of the fastest-growing and exciting new world whisky categories.
OurWhisky Foundation launches Modern Face of Whisky image library
The OurWhisky Foundation has partnered with 11 of the world’s leading whisky producers to launch a free stock image library designed to improve the diversity of whisky drinkers portrayed in the media.
Stephanie macleod appointed director of blending by bacardi
Bacardi has promoted master blender Stephanie Macleod into the newly created role for its Scotch whisky portfolio.
How can brands be more authentic when it comes to International Women’s Day?
With March marking Women’s History Month, we take a look at some of this year’s International Women’s Day campaigns and ask how you can learn from them - plus tips on how to plan for 2024.
Stef Holt: A day in the life of a market manager
Stef Holt, UK market manager for Waterford Whisky and Renegade Rum, talks to Millie Milliken about making whisky training fun, mastering her public speaking patter and breaking bad habits.
8 Reasons to love Scotch
With International Scotch Day upon us, we asked eight of the biggest names in whisky ‘what’s your favourite thing about Scotch?’
Elizabeth McCall takes over as Woodford Reserve master distiller
Woodford Reserve has promoted Elizabeth McCall to the role of master distiller, the Bourbon brand’s third in its 26-year history.
Entries now open for whisky mentorship programme
The OurWhisky Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2023 intake of its globally popular whisky mentorship programme.
Glenmorangie launches inclusive ad campaign
Glenmorangie has launched a bold, colourful advertising campaign to attract new whisky consumers and recognise those ‘who have never felt visible before’.
Kelsey McKechnie becomes Balvenie malt master
Scotch single malt brand The Balvenie has promoted Kelsey McKechnie to malt master, following her four-year apprenticeship.
Circumstance launches work experience programme
Circumstance distillery in Bristol, UK, is launching a work experience programme to encourage women to seek a career in spirits production.
Old Forester names new master taster
Louisville native Melissa Rift has been appointed as the Kentucky Bourbon brand’s new master taster and brand ambassador.
How can whisky shows be more inclusive for women?
The first in our new series of panel discussions saw whisky and beer show organisers explore how they can create safer, more welcoming spaces for all guests.