[1] Members include (among others):[2] The SWA's stated purpose is to promote, protect and represent the interests of the whisky industry in Scotland and around the world.

The SWA's members represent over 95% of Scotch whisky production, which encompasses over 2,500 brands around the world.

The UK's Supreme Court ruled on 15 November 2017 that the Act was not disproportionate to the stated policy aim of reducing alcohol misuse and overconsumption, and therefore not contrary to EU law.

[3] Karen Betts, the SWA chief executive,[4] said the association "accept[s] the Supreme Court's ruling".

"The Scottish Government is committed to working with partners like the Scotch Whisky Association to increase our tourism offer and encourage more people to visit our distilleries," the Secretary added.