The United Kingdom and China have reached a trade agreement that halves tariffs on Scotch Whisky from 10% to 5%. This measure seeks to revive exports to the tenth most important market for the category, an initiative that could boost both producers and international distributors and strengthen the presence of Scotch whisky in the Asian […]
What used to be a differentiating claim is now beginning to operate as a strategic filter in commercial conversations. Importers, distributors, retail chains and cocktail professionals are incorporating the absence of added sugars, colourings and flavourings as an indicator of quality and confidence in the product’s origin. This change is not just perceptual. In negotiations […]
India is consolidating its position as the largest import market for Scotch Whisky by volume. Everything points to it reducing its tariff from 150% to 75% in 2026 under the U.K. – India Trade Agreement, with a path of further reductions to 40% in 2035. This new scenario opens up extraordinary potential for bulk and […]
The Indian tequila and mezcal market is already significant: it exceeds $20 million annually in imports and continues to grow in volume. But what is most interesting is something else: value is consistently growing faster than volume. This is a clear sign of real premiumization, not just increased consumption. What does this mean for the […]
We are pleased to announce that we now have a supplier of Certified Organic Products specializing in the production of Fresh Tafias and Tafias Aged from 1 to 4 years. This is ideal for rum projects, distillation, or the creation of Premium Blends. In addition, this collaboration includes the availability of 100% organic rum, produced […]
In recent years, the global trade map for Scotch Whisky has changed. The Asia-Pacific region has overtaken the European Union as the largest buyer of exports, with a market now worth $7.5 billion. Within this trend, China has established itself as a key destination, driven by growing demand for Premium Alcoholic Beverages and an increasingly […]
In 2025, a key regulation for the spirits sector has came into force: regulation (EU) 2025/40. Its objective is clear: to offer greater transparency to consumers and ensure uniform labeling throughout the European Union. What must be included on the physical label of a spirit?: ▪️ Name of the beverage (e.g., whiskey, rum, vodka, brandy).▪️ […]
When importing Agricole Rhum, make sure it bears the AOC quality and authenticity label, which stands for “Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée” in French. This label guarantees that the agricole rhum: ▪️ Is produced in a specific geographical region (e.g., the AOC Martinique for agricultural rhum from Martinique). ▪️ Complies with traditional and strict production methods, defined […]
The recent UK–India trade agreement marks a historic milestone: tariffs on spirits are being significantly reduced, opening up new opportunities for Scotch whisky in one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets. 👉 Read the full article here At Bulk Wine & Spirits, we closely monitor global strategic developments. This new scenario allows us to […]
In the world of distilling few ingredients are as versatile and essential as grain alcohol (Grain Neutral Spirit – GNS). With a purity reaching 95-96% ABV and a completely neutral profile, it is the ideal technical base for the production of beverages where the protagonism is given to botanicals, added aromas or aging processes. How […]
The science of malt whisky smoking. The amount of peat used in whisky production depends on multiple variables: the type of peat, the method of drying the barley, the time of exposure to smoke and the level of phenols desired in the final distillate. 1. Phenol levels: the measure of smokiness The level of smokiness […]
At Bulk Wine & Spirits we have availability of Agave Tequilana in Europe, which allows us to offer an immediate and flexible solution to our customers. The future is promising. With an increasingly open outlook towards the European Market, new opportunities are opening up for the creation of your liqueurs and cocktails. 👉 If you […]
