Scotch Whisky Association

"#ScotchWhisky's global reputation means that many want to capitalise on it by suggesting their products are Scotch Whisky when they are not. We want to ensure that consumers around the world, including in Australia, are getting what they expect from a bottle of Scotch Whisky." Alan Park, Director of Legal Affairs at the SWA, spoke to The Age on the work of the Legal Affairs team to protect and strengthen the definition of whisky around the world 🌏 🥃 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4m9kDav

📰 "Food & drink products strongly associated with their origin, like Scotch Whisky, carry a significant reputation... Those who attempt to take fraudulent advantage of that reputation will always face strong action.” As the Scottish Anti-Illicit Trade Group relaunches, Alan Park, SWA's Director of Legal Affairs, highlights the importance of protecting the intellectual property of Scotland’s premium products. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/eGZjgU4Y

Savour your Scotch. #ScotchWhisky is Made to be Measured. Discover the industry's responsible drinking campaign 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRANq8rz

"We welcome the intensive efforts by the UK government to reach a deal with the US administration, and we continue to support this measured and pragmatic approach towards a mutually beneficial resolution." Our statement on UK-US trade: https://lnkd.in/eDSkUiwN

“We welcome the lowering of fees under the UK government’s Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme. For the past decade, the Scotch Whisky industry has been paying over the odds and the harmonisation of fees with other UK producers addresses the inherent unfairness built into the system." - Mark Kent CMG Read our full comment on HM Treasury's announcement on the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_REYedb

🆕 From Geographical Indications to Certification Trademarks, #ScotchWhisky is protected around the world. Today the SWA has unveiled an interactive map showcasing the breadth of legal protection for Scotch Whisky around the world. Explore the map and read the full release here 🗺️ 👉 https://lnkd.in/e2xtRkty

This week's roundtable on #BrandScotland, led by Ian Murray MP and Kirsty McNeill MP, was a welcome and constructive discussion on priorities for key emerging markets and how #ScotchWhisky and wider Food & Drink businesses can be supported to grow their exports 📈 🥃

Tuned into last night's 'Hunting the Whisky Bandits' from BBC Scotland's #BBCDisclosure? The SWA provides written guidance for potential investors to consider before purchasing a #ScotchWhisky cask 🥃 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eVT4jUF7

We were delighted to attend the launch of the Distillers One of One® Auction 2024 Impact Report, highlighting the results achieved by the Youth Action Fund over the past year. "The Fund is making a real, tangible impact reaching and supporting young people facing significant disadvantages and barriers in some of the most deprived areas of Scotland, helping to improve their lives during some challenging times." - Mark Kent CMG Learn more about the report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eV4hVv2w

Our Industry Sustainability team have been on the road this week, visiting The Glenmorangie Company, The Clydeside Distillery, Edrington and Auchentoshan Distillery 🥃 Spending time on the ground seeing first-hand business and operational practices is an important facet of the work SWA teams do, and a great way for our teams to connect with member companies and each other 🤝 Learn more about our teams 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYnNjevK