Chivas Brothers has reported a "significant increase" in global demand for Scotch whisky, with net sales up 25%, from both mature markets (up 16%) and emerging markets (34%).
The group's four international brands registered a record high growth during the year, with Chivas, Ballantine’s, Royal Salute and The Glenlivet growing by more than 20% in domestic markets.
In travel retail, Chivas and The Glenlivet recorded triple digit growth, demonstrating a steady recovery of the travel retail industry as Covid restrictions lift.