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Scotch whisky

Scotch is our largest category, and we produce over 100 individual Scotch brands. We continue to apply the same care, skill and entrepreneurial spirit to creating our Scotch whiskies as the founders of our legendary brands.

Diageo Scotch Factsheet

Our whisky brands

From John Walker’s genius for blending whisky to Elizabeth Cummings’ determination to bring Cardhu single malt to the world. Today our competitive advantage lies in our unrivalled portfolio, including:

Johnnie Walker

The world’s best-selling Scotch whisky and the biggest whisky brand in the world, referenced by songwriters and statesmen alike.

Talisker

The iconic single malt distilled on the cragged shores of Skye. As rugged and unforgettable as the landscape that shaped it.

Lagavulin

The definitive Islay malt, intensely flavoured, smoky, and rich. Lagavulin has been made on the windswept Isle of Islay for more than 200 years.

The Singleton

Celebrated for its exceptionally smooth texture and profound flavours, The Singleton originates from the distilleries of Glen Ord, Glendullan, and Dufftown.

Mortlach

The ‘Beast of Dufftown’. It’s a rich, bold and full-bodied Scotch from the heart of Speyside.

Scotch, from Scotland to the world

With nearly 200 years of heritage and history, Johnnie Walker has become a staple scotch whisky in more than 180 countries. Johnnie Walker has taken blended Scotch whisky from the four corners of Scotland to the four corners of the world.

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Diageo Scotch performance F24

24%

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We hold the global number 1 position in Scotch

1 in 3

bottles of Scotch sold globally is Diageo-owned

Behind the brands

The faces behind our Scotch

The craftmanship and quality of our scotch is down to our people. From the art of cask-making, to the science of blending, designing innovative packaging to mixology, their skill is what makes our scotch.

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The magic of Scotland

Whisky, whiskey, Scotch, malt, bourbon... But what makes Scotch, Scotch? The essence of the place plays a part. Crafted with care from over 30 distilleries, we have over 10 million casks of Scotch maturing across Scotland. This is approximately half of the total number of casks currently resting in Scotland!’

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Opening Johnnie Walker Princes Street

Johnnie Walker Princes Street is an eight-floor visitor experience, at the heart of Scotland’s capital city, commemorating the Johnnie Walker brand and its history.

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Port Ellen Reborn

In 2024 the iconic Port Ellen distillery was reborn after more than four decades of closure, in an historic moment for Islay, Scotch, and the wider whisky world.

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The Brora Distillery

Brora Iris is a rare 50-year-old Single Malt whisky representing the eye of a Scottish Wildcat; the emblem of Brora Distillery, which reopened in 2021 after meticulous restoration.

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Made in Scotland

We directly employ over 3000 people in Scotland across our scotch industry, our offices and our production sites. Across mainland Scotland and its islands, we own 31 distilleries and have 15 brand homes where visitors can discover for themselves the beauty of Scotch and essence of our craft.

What makes Scotch, Scotch?

Scotch Whisky must, by law, be distilled and matured in Scotland in oak casks for at least three years and bottled at a minimum alcoholic strength of 40% abv. The robust legal protection of Scotch – vital to safeguard a spirit globally renowned for its quality – has grown over time. Find out more:

Whisky making

Making whisky is an ancient art, blending science and tradition to transform grains, water and time into amber elixirs that captivate the senses and tell stories of centuries past. Discover how whisky is made:

History of whisky

The history of whisky is a fascinating story spanning centuries, from its humble beginnings in ancient monasteries to becoming a global symbol of craftmanship and conviviality. Discover the history of whisky:

Enjoy whisky

There's no one right way to enjoy whisky from keeping it simple, to shaking up a cocktail or pairing with food. Discover the different ways to taste whisky:

Explore Scotland’s distilleries

Discover the magic of Scotland’s whisky distilleries, uncover the secrets behind your favourite drams, and embark on a journey of flavour and history. Whisky distillery tours:

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