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Scotch Whisky Association
TrustedLast activity: 02.11.2026
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The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) is the trade body for the Scotch Whisky industry. Its role is to advance the global interests and profile of Scotch Whisky, our members and of the industry as a whole.
SWA membership is for companies which are distillers, bottlers, brand owners or brokers of Scotch Whisky.
We see the Scotch whisky industry as a significant Scottish and British economic and cultural asset that boosts growth and jobs, that strongly supports the communities with which we work, and that combines the very best of the traditional and the modern.
By building strong relationships with all levels of government and opinion-formers and by making a visible impact on public debate we will:
• Be a trusted voice in the debate on alcohol and society
• Support a competitive, sustainable and fairly taxed industry
• Safeguard the Scotch Whisky category
• Ensure fair access to all markets worldwide.
The SWA can trace its origins back to October 1912. The original organisation, the Wine & Spirit Brand Association changed its name to the Whisky Association in 1917 which in turn became the SWA in 1940.
SWA membership is for companies which are distillers, bottlers, brand owners or brokers of Scotch Whisky.
We see the Scotch whisky industry as a significant Scottish and British economic and cultural asset that boosts growth and jobs, that strongly supports the communities with which we work, and that combines the very best of the traditional and the modern.
By building strong relationships with all levels of government and opinion-formers and by making a visible impact on public debate we will:
• Be a trusted voice in the debate on alcohol and society
• Support a competitive, sustainable and fairly taxed industry
• Safeguard the Scotch Whisky category
• Ensure fair access to all markets worldwide.
The SWA can trace its origins back to October 1912. The original organisation, the Wine & Spirit Brand Association changed its name to the Whisky Association in 1917 which in turn became the SWA in 1940.
Overview
Location
United Kingdom, Scotland, City of Edinburgh
Employees
11-50
Founded date
1912
Mentions in press and media 27
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| Oct 26, 2026 | Indian Malt Whisky Association signs cooperation pact with Scotch Whisky Association | |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Trump says he’s lifting a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because ‘everybody’s been bugging me’ about it | Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By DARLENE SUPERVILLE and JILL LAWLESS DOONBEG, Ireland (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday at the close of a golf tournament in Ireland that he plans to remove a 10% tariff on I... |
| Aug 25, 2026 | The Highland tourist tax: Is Scotland pricing out whisky tourists? | The latest available data from the Scottish Tourism Economic Activity Monitor in Scotland (STEAM) shows that between 2012 and 2024, visitor numbers to the Highlands increased 82 per cent to 9.4m. Spending increased by a similar amount, to £... |
| Jun 30, 2026 | The World of Fine Spirits launches with a focus on ultra-premium coverage | Whisky Business: City AM’s monthly look at the world of whisky. Here, Alex Martin, editor of the new publication, The World of Fine Spirits, takes a look at what it takes to succeed in a tough industry. It’s hard to know which industry is m... |
| Jun 17, 2026 | US Whisky Drinkers Skeptical of Post-Tariff Price Drops, Survey Finds | A new survey of over 1,000 American respondents by The Whiskey Wash reveals widespread skepticism among US consumers, with a majority expecting retailers and importers to keep the savings once the Scotch whisky tariff is officially lifted. ... |
| Jun 17, 2026 | ISWAI welcomes India-UK FTA, hails lower tariffs on Scotch as boost for Indian spirits sector | The International Spirits and Wines Association of India (ISWAI), the premier organization representing major premium alcobev corporations across the country, on Wednesday welcomed the official roll-out of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement.... |
| May 9, 2026 | Whisky business: Investors pin hopes on Trump’s Scotch tariff reversal after dire three years | President Trump’s decision to ditch Scotch whisky tariffs could boost the premium Scotch market - including the niche world of cask investing. Secondary market data indicates values of high-end whisky have faltered in recent years. The tari... |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Scotch whisky makers look to India amidst Trump tariff worries | Scotch whisky makers selling into the US faced a challenging year as a result of Donald Trump’s tariffs, according to new figures, but many distilleries spy a long term opportunity in India. Figures out last week from the Scotch Whisky Asso... |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Will the Autumn Budget push up inflation? | For a few weeks, there was one thing Rachel Reeves appeared to speak about more than anything else: inflation. Earlier this month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) confirmed inflation hit 3.8 per cent in the year to September, nearl... |
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FAQ about Scotch Whisky Association
When was Scotch Whisky Association founded?
Scotch Whisky Association was founded in 1912.
What has the press written about Scotch Whisky Association?
Parsers VC has collected 27 articles mentioning Scotch Whisky Association, among them “Indian Malt Whisky Association signs cooperation pact with Scotch Whisky Association” (Oct 26, 2026) and “Trump says he’s lifting a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because ‘everybody’s been bugging me’ about it” (Sep 14, 2026).
Is Scotch Whisky Association still active?
Yes, Scotch Whisky Association is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Nov 2, 2026.