Black & White Scotch Whisky glass ashtray

This vintage clear glass ashtray features the iconic embossed head of a Scottish Terrier, which is one of the two famous mascots for Black & White Scotch Whisky. The brand is renowned for its distinctive logo featuring a black Scottish Terrier and a white West Highland Terrier (Westie), which were first introduced by the brand's founder, James Buchanan, in the 1890s.

Originally marketed as 'Buchanan's Blend' and later 'House of Commons,' the whisky eventually took the name 'Black & White' due to its simple monochrome labeling. Over the decades, the company produced a wide variety of promotional merchandise, including these pressed glass ashtrays, which were commonly found in pubs and bars worldwide. While the whisky itself is distilled in Scotland, promotional items like this ashtray were manufactured in various locations, including the United Kingdom, Ireland (by companies like Arklow), and Japan, depending on the era and export market.

Today, the Black & White brand is owned by Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol. These glass accessories remain popular collectibles for enthusiasts of barware and tobacciana history.