London is about to get a splash more colourful, and not just on canvas. This April and May, Spot Whiskeys is raising a glass to World Art Day (April 15) with a calendar of events that blend the brand’s artistic legacy with limited-edition cocktails, pairing menus, pottery sessions, and painting workshops.
Whether you’re a whisky fan, a cocktail connoisseur, or a lover of all things art, there’s plenty to explore across the capital.
Before we dive into what’s happening, it’s worth understanding the story behind the Spot Whiskeys label. The Spot range dates back to 1887, when Mitchell & Son, already known for their work in baking, confectionery and wine, began bonding whiskey in Dublin.
Their innovative labelling system used coloured paint daubs to indicate the age of each cask, giving rise to now-iconic expressions: Green Spot, Yellow Spot, Red Spot, Blue Spot, and most recently, Gold Spot.
This inventive, visual approach was more than just practical, it was artistic. And now, over 130 years later, Spot is embracing its origins by celebrating World Art Day with the same vibrant flair.
Artfully crafted events: What’s on in London
At the heart of Spot Whiskeys World Art Day celebration is a line-up of interactive events that invite Londoners to unleash their creativity, with a cocktail in hand…
Pottery and Pot Still: Mudgang Victoria’s Pottery Night, April 25, £50
Pottery gets playful at Mudgang, Victoria’s community clay studio. Their BYOB Fun Pottery Friday invites guests to craft their own mugs, plates, and sculptures in a relaxed, hands-on workshop, while sipping from a curated list of Spot Whiskey cocktails. Whether you’re building a new favourite coffee cup or something more abstract, this is art with a buzz. To book click here.
Pop-up ainting with a whiskey twist, London Art Bar, Holborn, £37.99
Take your place at the easel at Pop Up Painting, where guests will recreate the London skyline step-by-step, while enjoying pours from the Spot Whiskeys collection. With paintbrush in one hand and whiskey glass in the other, it’s the perfect pairing of artistic expression and spirited indulgence. To book click here.
Limited-edition cocktails and Whiskey-inspired menus
For those who’d rather sip than sculpt, London’s finest restaurants and bars are serving limited-edition Spot Whiskey cocktails and dishes through April and May, bringing the label’s colourful character to glass and plate.
Daffodil Mulligan & Gibney’s, Old Street, throughout April
The modern Irish hotspot is featuring three new Spot Whiskey cocktails: Clubs of Cork: Red Spot with raspberries, vermouth, lemon and egg white, a fruit-forward stunner; Buí agus Bán: A refined mix of Yellow Spot, Amontillado sherry and salted honey, silky, nutty and subtly sweet; and the Fauna Highball, A fresh and botanical blend of Green Spot with dandelion and green tea. Also, don’t miss the Yellow Spot-infused soft serve dessert, topped with salted caramel crumb, a sweet spot, quite literally.
The George, Fitzrovia, cocktails available April 14 -20
On World Art Day itself, The George will host a Spot Whiskey masterclass, a guided, flavourful exploration through the brand’s spectrum of expressions. Cocktails include a special Green Spot Chateau Montelena serve, blended with red wine to honour the wine-cask finishes that make the Green Spot range so distinctive.
More must-sip Spots across London
Bentley’s, Mayfair: Blood Orange Smashed – a bright, citrusy twist on tradition. Corrigan’s, Mayfair: Green Spot Old Fashioned – classic and complex. Homeboy, Islington: Exclusive Spot Whiskey serves in a cosy speakeasy setting – 14–27 April. 69 Colebrooke Row: Hinoki Cocktail – Green Spot with cedarwood, benzoin syrup, lemon and soda – equal parts subtle and sublime. Bluebird Chelsea: Maid in Ireland crafted from Green Spot, elderflower, lemon, cucumber – April 14–27.
Actor Karen Gillan has been unveiled as The Muse for Scotch whiskymaker Compass Box, gracing the label art for the company’s upcoming 2026 Hedonism release. A fan favourite in blockbuster franchises such as Doctor Who (Amy Pond), Guardians of the Galaxy (Nebula) and Jumanji (Ruby Roundhouse), Gillan has become one of Scotland’s most recognisable international…
Brother’s Bond Bourbon has launched in the UK, bringing its premium four-grain American whiskey portfolio to British shelves for the first time. Founded in 2020, the celebrity-fuelled brand has been making waves Stateside with accessible yet layered bourbon and rye, distinguished by hands-on blending, careful barrel selection, and a commitment to regenerative agriculture. Co-founders Ian…
The London Distillery Company has announced a 10-year-old single malt, Ten Times Around the Sun, marking London’s first decade-aged modern whisky. Limited to just 220 bottles, this single cask expression has been distilled using Quench spring barley, known for its biscuity, cereal notes. The spirit was laid down on October 20 2015 and filled into…
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London is about to get a splash more colourful, and not just on canvas. This April and May, Spot Whiskeys is raising a glass to World Art Day (April 15) with a calendar of events that blend the brand’s artistic legacy with limited-edition cocktails, pairing menus, pottery sessions, and painting workshops.
Whether you’re a whisky fan, a cocktail connoisseur, or a lover of all things art, there’s plenty to explore across the capital.
Before we dive into what’s happening, it’s worth understanding the story behind the Spot Whiskeys label. The Spot range dates back to 1887, when Mitchell & Son, already known for their work in baking, confectionery and wine, began bonding whiskey in Dublin.
Their innovative labelling system used coloured paint daubs to indicate the age of each cask, giving rise to now-iconic expressions: Green Spot, Yellow Spot, Red Spot, Blue Spot, and most recently, Gold Spot.
This inventive, visual approach was more than just practical, it was artistic. And now, over 130 years later, Spot is embracing its origins by celebrating World Art Day with the same vibrant flair.
Artfully crafted events: What’s on in London
At the heart of Spot Whiskeys World Art Day celebration is a line-up of interactive events that invite Londoners to unleash their creativity, with a cocktail in hand…
Pottery and Pot Still: Mudgang Victoria’s Pottery Night, April 25, £50
Pottery gets playful at Mudgang, Victoria’s community clay studio. Their BYOB Fun Pottery Friday invites guests to craft their own mugs, plates, and sculptures in a relaxed, hands-on workshop, while sipping from a curated list of Spot Whiskey cocktails. Whether you’re building a new favourite coffee cup or something more abstract, this is art with a buzz. To book click here.
Pop-up ainting with a whiskey twist, London Art Bar, Holborn, £37.99
Take your place at the easel at Pop Up Painting, where guests will recreate the London skyline step-by-step, while enjoying pours from the Spot Whiskeys collection. With paintbrush in one hand and whiskey glass in the other, it’s the perfect pairing of artistic expression and spirited indulgence. To book click here.
Limited-edition cocktails and Whiskey-inspired menus
For those who’d rather sip than sculpt, London’s finest restaurants and bars are serving limited-edition Spot Whiskey cocktails and dishes through April and May, bringing the label’s colourful character to glass and plate.
Daffodil Mulligan & Gibney’s, Old Street, throughout April
The modern Irish hotspot is featuring three new Spot Whiskey cocktails: Clubs of Cork: Red Spot with raspberries, vermouth, lemon and egg white, a fruit-forward stunner; Buí agus Bán: A refined mix of Yellow Spot, Amontillado sherry and salted honey, silky, nutty and subtly sweet; and the Fauna Highball, A fresh and botanical blend of Green Spot with dandelion and green tea. Also, don’t miss the Yellow Spot-infused soft serve dessert, topped with salted caramel crumb, a sweet spot, quite literally.
The George, Fitzrovia, cocktails available April 14 -20
On World Art Day itself, The George will host a Spot Whiskey masterclass, a guided, flavourful exploration through the brand’s spectrum of expressions. Cocktails include a special Green Spot Chateau Montelena serve, blended with red wine to honour the wine-cask finishes that make the Green Spot range so distinctive.
More must-sip Spots across London
Bentley’s, Mayfair: Blood Orange Smashed – a bright, citrusy twist on tradition.
Corrigan’s, Mayfair: Green Spot Old Fashioned – classic and complex.
Homeboy, Islington: Exclusive Spot Whiskey serves in a cosy speakeasy setting – 14–27 April.
69 Colebrooke Row: Hinoki Cocktail – Green Spot with cedarwood, benzoin syrup, lemon and soda – equal parts subtle and sublime.
Bluebird Chelsea: Maid in Ireland crafted from Green Spot, elderflower, lemon, cucumber – April 14–27.
To view the full Spot Whiskey range, visit Amazon and Master of Malt.
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Brother’s Bond Bourbon has launched in the UK, bringing its premium four-grain American whiskey portfolio to British shelves for the first time. Founded in 2020, the celebrity-fuelled brand has been making waves Stateside with accessible yet layered bourbon and rye, distinguished by hands-on blending, careful barrel selection, and a commitment to regenerative agriculture. Co-founders Ian…
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