Protecting Scotch Whisky worldwide

Protecting Scotch Whisky Worldwide

Our worldwide protection of Scotch Whisky takes different forms and includes: 

• Registration as a GI in many countries around the world; 
• Registration as a Certification Trademark or Collective Trademark in several countries; 
• Specific definitions and protection in the domestic legislation of countries including, for example, the US, where it is defined under Federal Law as “a distinctive product of Scotland manufactured in Scotland in compliance with the laws of the United Kingdom”; and 
• Protection under general laws of passing off and unfair competition around the world. 

This means that consumers can continue to enjoy Scotch Whisky knowing that it is a well-protected, high quality spirit.