Made to be Measured
Learn more about how Scotch Whisky is made to be measured, sipped and savoured responsibly.
Location: /industry-insights/a-responsible-industry/made-to-be-measured/
Protecting Scotch Whisky
The popularity of Scotch Whisky means that there are many people who want to take advantage of that by selling fake Scotch or trading unfairly on its reputation. Our Legal Affairs team work to protect Scotch Whisky around the world.
Location: /industry-insights/protecting-scotch-whisky/
UK-India trade talks
Learn more about the importance of the Indian market for Scotch Whisky, and how the Scotch Whisky industry will benefit from the UK-India trade deal.
Location: /industry-insights/international-trade/uk-india-trade-talks/
Health & Safety
Learn more about the Scotch Whisky industry's work to improve health and safety across all areas of production.
Location: /industry-insights/sustainability/health-safety/
Green Tourism
Learn about how the Scotch Whisky industry works with Green Tourism to achieve its sustainability goals.
Location: /industry-insights/sustainability/cop26/who-we-work-with/green-tourism/
NFUS
Learn about how the Scotch Whisky industry works with the National Farmers Union, Scotland to achieve its sustainability goals.
Location: /industry-insights/sustainability/cop26/who-we-work-with/nfus/
Benefits
We offer a unique membership base which represents over 80 member companies, from global spirits producers to family-owned firms, established distillers to start-ups, that accounts for the majority of Scotch Whisky production
Location: /join-us/benefits/
Discover Scotch
Scotch Whisky is for everyone. If you haven't discovered Scotch Whisky yet, we will help you learn more about Scotland's national drink, its history and heritage, the production process, how you can visit a distillery and ways to enjoy Scotch Whisky responsibly.
Location: /discover-scotch/
Story of Scotch
Learn how Scotch Whisky became the world's most popular whisky
Location: /discover-scotch/story-of-scotch/
Scotch Whisky Categories
The UK law defines five categories of Scotch Whisky; each adding to the unique taste experience when combined with the regional elements described above. Discover the categories from Single Malt Scotch Whisky to Blended Scotch Whisky.
Location: /discover-scotch/enjoying-scotch/scotch-whisky-categories/
Scotch Whisky Tasting Toolkit
Use the Scotch Whisky Association's Scotch Whisky Tasting Toolkit to learn how to host a Scotch Whisky tasting, find out how Scotch Whisky is made, and discover great easy Scotch Whisky cocktail recipes to try.
Location: /discover-scotch/enjoying-scotch/scotch-whisky-tasting-toolkit/
FAQs
Learn some answers to common questions about Scotch Whisky, including how it is categories, and is Scotch gluten free.
Location: /discover-scotch/faqs/
2050 vision for Scotch Whisky set out at annual conference
karen betts scotch whisky derek mackay association swa scotland edinburgh members day conference environment net zero growth trade
Location: /newsroom/2050-vision-for-scotch-whisky-set-out-at-annual-conference/
Scotch Whisky Association and Virginia Distillery Company reach resolution on whisky labelling case
The SWA and Virginia Highland Distillery have reached a resolution that will mean the company removes all references to ‘Highland’ and other Scottish indicators from their products over a phased period, thus ceasing the pending legal proceedings.
Location: /newsroom/scotch-whisky-association-and-virginia-distillery-company-reach-resolution-on-whisky-labelling-case/