The Borders Distillery has introduced the revolutionary, cloud based technology, Bottle ERP, in a move that will allow it to achieve its growth ambitions ahead of the release of its first single malt Scotch whisky.

Partnering with premier consulting firm Catalyst ERP, the distillery has implemented Bottle ERP, a comprehensive spirit management solution designed to streamline business and operational efficiencies. Powered by NetSuite’s world-leading cloud platform, Bottle ERP equips the team to track the journey from field to glass with greater clarity and control, while strengthening quality assurance, customer engagement and cask management. The platform also includes the fully integrated warehouse management solution, WMS Go.

At the forefront of the spirits industry's digital revolution, the transformation comes at a pivotal time for The Borders Distillery. Established in Hawick in 2018, the distillery has brought the craft of Scotch whisky making back to the Scottish Borders for the first time since 1837 and is currently gearing up to launch its first single malt Scotch. 

The introduction of Bottle ERP is just one part of a wider investment project at The Borders Distillery, as the company pursues its ambitious goals of becoming a household name in Scotch whisky.

David Shuttleworth, distiller at The Borders Distillery, commented:

“Implementing Catalyst’s Bottle ERP is just the beginning; we’ve now laid down a foundation from which we will begin to build our virtual distillery on. Working in partnership with Catalyst, we’re building a system that has long been sought after within the whisky industry - covering the whole process from end to end. I strongly believe the system will be transformative for The Borders Distillery and shows what collective thinking and collaborative working can achieve - particularly in an industry which craves technological advances.”

Nathan Cahoon, Chief Operating Officer of The Borders Distillery, added: 

“Through our work with Catalyst we have delivered a full digital transformation within the distillery - allowing our team to follow the production journey from ingredients through to cask selection, maturation and, eventually, bottling. Being able to track and demonstrate the provenance of our whisky is more important now than ever before, and Bottle ERP allows us to do this seamlessly. At The Borders Distillery we bring together industry traditions with a forward-thinking approach, allowing us to address consumer demands on a global scale.”

The release of The Borders Distillery’s Single Malt will rely heavily on the smooth implementation of the company’s new Bottle ERP system, ensuring the distillery has a product that is fit for modern consumption.

Sam A’Bear, Catalyst Bottle ERP – Sales Manager, Distillery Specialist said:

“The implementation of Bottle ERP is transforming how distilleries operate and is driving digital innovation across the whisky industry. By connecting every stage of production, from grain sourcing through to bottling and beyond, Bottle ERP brings together all aspects of a distillery’s operations within one unified system. The platform empowers producers with unprecedented visibility, traceability and control over their processes. The Borders Distillery is leading by example, demonstrating how technology can enhance tradition. Their adoption of Bottle ERP shows that data and craftsmanship can work hand in hand to produce world-class whisky with complete provenance.”

The launch of The Borders Distillery’s first Single Malt Scotch is imminent. As the first distillery to operate in the region for nearly 200 years, the Hawick-based distillery’s focus is to proudly showcase the exceptional quality and creativity the long-untouched whisky region has to offer.

Over the past seven years, the company has nurtured and trained a new generation of in-house distillers. In that time, it has laid down a fruit-forward spirit made exclusively from barley grown within 35 miles of the distillery, through the Borders Growers & Distillers programme in partnership with Simpsons Malt.

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MONTRÉAL, Nov. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Phillips Distilling Company, a Minnesota-based company and owner of the Sour Puss brand, today announced that the full production of the liqueur will be established in Canada for the first time. This decision marks a key milestone in the brand's North American growth strategy, aiming to produce closer to its core customer base and strengthen its logistical efficiency within the Canadian market.

A Quintessentially Canadian Brand, Now Proudly Made in Canada

As part of this shift, Sour Puss will completely cease Canadian production in the United States. Production will be carried out in partnership with Station 22 Distillery, located on Rue des Futailles in Montréal, selected among 19 Canadian production sites evaluated by Phillips Distilling Company. The U.S.–Canada trade dispute influenced the company's decision to relocate production to Canada.

"Canadians have appreciated Sour Puss for many years, and we are proud to bring its production home for the first time. This strategic move allows us to better meet consumer expectations while demonstrating that our local manufacturing sector has nothing to envy from other North American markets. We have been delighted by the capabilities and responsiveness demonstrated by our Canadian production partners." -- Rumi Jaffer, Director of Sales, Phillips Distilling Company

Sour Puss launched in Canada in 1998 and quickly became one of the country's most popular flavored liqueurs. In 2024 alone, more than one million bottles were sold nationwide for a total sales value exceeding $23 million across Canada. In standardized volume terms, this represents 89,264 cases (12 bottles per case) sold across Canada in 2024.

The return of the products to the Canadian marketplace will support employment across several provinces, notably in Québec, but also across Canada.

A Long-Awaited Return to Store Shelves

The raspberry-flavored liqueur is scheduled to return to shelves in December 2025. The rollout aims to reconnect the brand with its local audience and celebrate the revival of a product that has long been part of Canadian popular culture, allowing consumers who have been unable to find Sour Puss since March to once again enjoy festive, colorful cocktails during the holiday season.

MONTREAL, Nov. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - The recipe behind Gutsy Ginger Beer has been named "Best Ginger Beer in the World" at the Kombucha World Awards 2025, one of the most respected international competitions celebrating excellence in fermented beverages.

The event brought together 360 products tasted by 30 expert judges, evaluated on precise criteria including appearance, aroma, body, flavor, and aftertaste. This naturally fermented, living ginger beer impressed with its clean, fiery ginger flavor and minimalist recipe made from real ginger juice.

The award-winning recipe was submitted in Europe under the name of Goodsy, Gutsy's sister company in France. The product was co-developed by both teams, uniting two passionate groups on different continents with one shared goal: to bring fermentation back to its purest, most authentic form.

"This award proves that a small Canadian team can create a world-class product simply by staying true to artisanal methods and real ingredients," said Pierrich Picard, Co-Founder of Gutsy.

Each can of Gutsy Ginger Beer contains the equivalent of a fresh ginger shot, made exclusively from organic, whole ingredients, with no additives or preservatives.

Gutsy Ginger Beer is already available in several retailers across Canada, including Costco.ca, Whole Foods, Healthy Planet, and Avril.

GRIMSBY, ON, Nov. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Forty Creek, recognized as Whisky Maker of the Decade for its consistent innovation, proudly announces the debut of Chronology, a historic release that brings together the distillery's past, present, and future in a single bottle. The announcement follows the prior 2025 release of Niagara Triple Reserve, Forty Creek's bold cask strength expression crafted through a triple-barrel process and finished in Niagara Cabernet wine casks. Together, these two landmark whiskies showcase Forty Creek's relentless pursuit of innovation and its unique ability to push the Canadian whisky category forward while staying true to its roots.

About each 2025 Forty Creek release:

• Forty Creek Chronology: Blended from whiskies spanning every decade since Forty Creek was founded in 1992, Chronology is built on a remarkable 31-year-old barley malt from the brand's very first casks. To this, Master Blender Bill Ashburn has added a 20-year-old corn whisky from the early 2000s, a 10-year-old rye from the 2010s, and a corn whisky from the present day. Together, these rare spirits form a whisky that is layered, complex, and harmonious, a pinnacle of Forty Creek's innovation and craftsmanship. Chronology, presented in a premium display box designed to showcase its story, is a celebration of Canadian heritage and craftsmanship: a rare release that honours the past while setting the stage for the future.
• Forty Creek Niagara Triple Reserve: As only the second cask strength whisky ever released by Forty Creek, Niagara Triple Reserve is a rare and highly anticipated addition for collectors and whisky enthusiasts. With its layered, evolving flavour, Niagara Triple Reserve continues to spark conversation and strong opinions within the whisky community.

Both Niagara Triple Reserve and Chronology hold special significance as they will be among the last limited-edition whiskies overseen by Master Blender Bill Ashburn, who will retire at the end of the year. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Ashburn has shaped Forty Creek's reputation for innovation, creativity, and quality.

"As I prepare to close this chapter, I'm proud to leave behind two whiskies that capture the spirit of discovery and craftsmanship that defines Forty Creek," said Asbhrun. "Both Chronology and Niagara Triple Reserve tell a story of where Forty Creek has been, and where Canadian whisky can go."

Born in the heart of Ontario's Niagara region, Forty Creek continues to pioneer new possibilities in Canadian whisky. From early limited releases like Double Barrel and Confederation Oak to groundbreaking experiments such as Master's Cut, the brand has redefined what Canadian whisky can be.

Limited quantities of Forty Creek Niagara Triple Reserve are available at select retailers across Canada, priced at $94.95. Representing a true collector's release with just 2,208 bottles available worldwide, Chronology is priced at $299.95 with select retailers across Canada. For more information, please visit .