As we step into the new tax year, considerations around tax implications, such as: Inheritance Tax (IHT) | Capital Gains Tax (CGT) | Adjustments to the Annual Exempt Amount (AEA) for individuals and personal representatives, come to the forefront. So earlier this month, we sat down with MacInnes Whisky founder, Jon Hook, to delve into these topics and explore why investing in whisky casks offers long-term returns alongside unique tax advantages. If you would like to discuss a whisky cask opportunity, get in touch, invest@macinneswhisky.com Does HMRC automatically calculate Tax? Jon: If yo ..read more

As the end of the financial year approaches, many individuals find themselves in the enviable position of receiving a year-end bonus. While the immediate temptation may be to splurge on luxury items or indulgent experiences, prudent consideration of how to invest in this windfall can yield long-term benefits. As well as adding to one's own investment portfolio, whisky investment can too make a timeless and meaningful gift.  A Gift of Distinction Beyond its immediate appeal as a symbol of refinement and taste, a cask of whisky holds within it a unique investment potential that can endure a ..read more

Linkwood Distillery, situated on the outskirts of Elgin in the Speyside region of Scotland, has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1824. Known for producing high-quality single-malt Scotch whisky, Linkwood has garnered a reputation for its smooth and balanced flavours. Renowned for crafting exceptional single-malt Scotch whisky, a second distillery was built opposite Linkwoods’ old buildings in 1972. Since 1997, the distillery has been owned by Diageo, placing it among esteemed brands, such as Glenkinchie, Glen Spey, and Johnnie Walker. If you didn't catch our tour of Glenkinch ..read more

International Scotch Day is a celebration that transcends borders, uniting enthusiasts from every corner of the globe in a collective toast to the exquisite craftsmanship that goes into producing this liquid gold. Today, in celebration, we wanted to explore the reasons why Scotch whisky often stands atop the pedestal of whisky excellence, leaving an indelible mark on the world of spirits. The Rich Heritage of Scotch Whisky: Scotch whisky's journey is steeped in tradition, harking back to centuries of craftsmanship in the misty landscapes of Scotland. The unique combination of natural resources ..read more

By Ben Hopkins-Lefevre High on any whisky lover’s to-do list is a whisky distillery tour. But add the excitement of one of the most unique distilleries in existence; the largest and tallest vertical distillery in fact, and you’ve got your dream visit, surely? On our recent trip to Edinburgh to further deepen our trade relationships within the industry, Founder Jon Hook and I recently took the opportunity to do just that. Having been unable to go on a tour on our previous visit to Leith Docks, we made sure to book this next trip around the working tour days available at the Port of Leith Distil ..read more

Discover Ledaig (Letch-ick) Originally founded in 1798 by John Sinclair as the Ledaig Distillery, Tobermory is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull. The Isle of Mull, the second-biggest island of the inner Hebrides, is situated in the western isles of the Whisky Highland area. Despite the Scottish islands being geographically grouped and offering a very diverse and different taste to other whiskies, the Islands are not officially recognised as a standalone whisky-producing region by the Scotch Whisky Association. At MacInnes, we like to recognise the distinct style of Islands whisky and cal ..read more

So, Jon, I understand that you and some members of the MacInnes team recently took a trip to Scotland, are you able to tell us more about what that trip was all about? We had a really good time, thank you. The main purpose of the trip was to visit some of our contacts up there, further our interests and forge better relationships with some of our suppliers and warehouses. We not only visited four or five warehouses, but we also had the pleasure of staying at a castle which we now have a reciprocal relationship with. Something we will lay out to MacInnes customers in due course. We also visited ..read more

(Glen-roth-es) The Glenrothes Distillery, based in the historic town of Rothes in Speyside, has been distilling its single malts for over 140 years. The Glenrothes is one of only a few distilleries in the world that benefits from a private water source for every stage of its production. Originating from the grounds of The Glenrothes Estate, fresh spring water undergoes natural filtration through volcanic bedrock on its journey to the distillery. The outcome is a soft and pure water, free of impurities. This water plays a crucial role in crafting the elemental elegance that defines Th ..read more

Last week, Founder Jon and Marketing Director Ben made a trip to the Lowlands of Scotland. Over a few days they visited bonded warehouses, hoping to enable MacInnes' investors to visit the location of their cask during maturation. Jon also took the opportunity to have some conversations about investment casks, resulting in acquiring some excellent new casks, with a really affordable entry price for new investors looking to dip a toe in the market. Renewing the love of Scotland – and its distilleries   Whilst in the Lowlands, the pair took time for a ..read more

This Macallan ‘Adami’ 1926, bottle 12 of 12 in a series produced in 1986, has set a new world record, becoming the most expensive whisky ever sold. This single bottle of the 60 year old whisky (at bottling) has sold at Sothebys for £1 million over the highest pre-sale estimate. Auctioneers Sothebys created an excellent video about the bottle and it's significant importance in the history of the Macallan whiskies, in their build up to the 18 November 2023 auction. Watch the video here: https://macinneswhisky.com/sothebys-macallan-nov-2 ..read more