The Artisanal Spirits Company plc creates, curates, and sells premium single cask Scotch malt whiskies and other spirits through direct-to-consumer and business-to-business channels; core brands include The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), which offers exclusive single cask bottlings to members worldwide, J.G. Thomson (JGT) featuring small batch blended malt whiskies and spirits launched in late 2021, and Single Cask Nation (SCN) providing curated single-cask whiskies sold online and via specialist retailers. The company operates in the premium spirits segment, targeting whisky enthusiasts, collectors, and trade customers with products distributed through subscriptions, e-commerce, and exports. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, it conducts business primarily in the United Kingdom with expanding international presence.
In January 2024, the company acquired Single Cask Nation to enhance its sourcing, curation, and bottling capabilities for single-cask whiskies and spirits. Recent expansions include a new franchise partnership in India with PNM Tech Beverages, initial exports to Brazil, and market entry into Vietnam during the first half of 2025. It also launched Artisan Casks in 2025, contributing to double-digit revenue growth and improved profitability amid stable half-year trading.