William Grant & Sons

Well done to Career Ready students Cara-Louise and Duncan who completed a fantastic 4-week internship at William Grant & Sons in Dufftown, Moray, supported by brilliant mentors ian kirkbride and Russell Scott. Our Career Ready Moray Local Area Board member Henry Angus attended Cara-Louise and Duncan's end of internship presentations and shared the hands-on experience they both gained and contributed during their internship: 🗣 Student Duncan’s project involved installing a water pump outside one of the still houses. This meant he could combine his interest in electrical work and introduced him to engineering as well. He had to scope out the whole project, order the parts and conduct the installation. It was clear that he had worked hard and the pump is now proving it’s worth in the overall function of the plant. Cara-Louise was able to pursue her interest in architecture by working on some new designs of how to improve the aesthetic look of still house 2 which was built in 1971. Cara’s work with a local firm will have been of benefit to her as well as WM Grant. Her presentation was excellent with lots of photographs and a clear timeline for the ongoing work. It was a great pleasure to be at WM Grant and witness Cara-Louise and Duncan’s presentations. They were both excellent with two great mentors in Ian and Russell. 🗣 Thank you to everyone at William Grant & Sons - particularly ian kirkbride and Russell Scott, Lorna Laird, Gail Campbell Assoc CIPD, Stuart Watts and Stuart Maxwell for your support. Karen Higginbottom Anne Wexelstein Pamela Hamilton

Wildmoor, our newest premium whisky has launched in Taiwan, and to enter the market in style, our team set up a two-day exclusive ‘Wild Escape’ experience for media and whisky experts.   During the visit, guests spent their time in the Wildmoor house, set amidst the lush greenery of Miaoli, a town renowned as the ‘Town of Mountains’. Here, they enjoyed a boutique ‘Wild Cooking Feast’, where dishes were paired with a Wildmoor whisky, and were guided through the inspiration behind each expression.   Master Blender, Brian Kinsman, joined the event to unveil Wildmoor 21 Year Old Heather Valley, an exclusive expression created for the Taiwanese market, specially blended to resonate with Taiwanese food culture.   Taiwan is known as the ‘Island of Mountains’, making it a fitting location for Wildmoor, a whisky that is rooted in nature and praised for its flavour and storytelling.

We’re thrilled to share that Anna Mains, U.S. Monkey Shoulder Brand Ambassador, has won the Best U.S. Brand Ambassador award at the 2024 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards!   This was Anna's first time as a Top 4 finalist, and her second year in a row being nominated in the Top 10 for this prestigious award. Anna follows in the footsteps of Vance Henderson, National Brand Ambassador for Hendrick’s Gin, who was also awarded this title in 2023.   The Spirited Awards has become one of the industry’s most sought-after awards, celebrating the beverage professionals, products, and establishments across the spirits and cocktail community. Anna exemplifies a high standard for Brand Ambassadors, by embodying the Monkey Shoulder brand in a way that is authentic, memorable, and truly hers. She brings unmatched energy and creativity to her work, spearheading trade education with best-in-class programs, trade engagement with playful parties, and the new Studio Monkey Shoulder initiative with a highly curated, premium touch.   Anna herself is delighted to have won such an esteemed award noting, “It means so much to be recognized by my peers and I am so grateful for the work that I get to do with Monkey Shoulder that has led me to this momentous moment in my career. I care deeply for this industry and feel so grateful that my work allows me to take a small role in the magic that bartenders get to create for guests every day.”   Congratulations Anna and to all of the winners!

We are delighted that four William Grant & Sons employees have been chosen to join The OurWhisky Foundation mentorship programme.   Hazel Macleod and Gemma Loudon were selected as mentees, while Jamie Johnson and James Taylor have joined as mentors.   The OurWhisky Foundation is a non-profit organisation which recognises and supports women and non-binary people working in the whisky industry.   At William Grant & Sons, we proudly support the growth and development of all people and are thrilled to see our colleagues involved in programmes like this.

Want to experience the brighter side of Tequila this summer? Keep an eye out for the Milagro Margarita Mobile touring around the USA.   It’s a celebration of Tequila! Serving not only the freshest classic Margaritas with a squeeze of lime and agave, but also watermelon Margaritas.   And as today is International National Tequila Day - let's celebrate Milagro style!   Follow Milagro Tequila on Instagram to find out where the Margarita Mobile will be next: https://lnkd.in/dHqeC-z7   #Pleasedrinkresponsbily #Staymeasured

For the second consecutive year, the Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery Experience has been awarded the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award!   Based on reviews and ratings made throughout the year on TripAdvisor, the award recognises the top 10% of tourist attractions around the world. It’s a testament to our distillery experience team and the warm Tullamore welcome they give all of our visitors.    When you visit the Tullamore D.E.W. Distillery Experience, you’ll be taken ‘behind the scenes’ of our state-of-the-art distillery, meet some of the rare characters who work on-site everyday, and feel the warm embrace of an Irish coffee.   What are you waiting for, book your tour today: https://lnkd.in/eengrkAV   Tours are for over 18s only.   #Pleasedrinkresponsibly #staymeasured

Enjoyed a New York Mets game this weekend from the Hendrick's Bar at The Cadillac Club in Citi Field, offering one of the most unique and premium viewing experiences in baseball. Kudos to John Montana and our NY Metro Team for the amazing sponsorship execution - the William Grant & Sons portfolio looks incredible throughout the stadium. 🌟 #NYMets #Baseball #Sponsorship #UniqueExperience

Congratulations Denzil Franklin from Sixteen33 in Mumbai for winning Monkey Shoulder's ‘Ultimate Bartender Championship' in India.   The annual championship takes place in countries around the world, and last week it was India's turn, held in Jaipur. It not only gathers the most talented bartenders across India, it’s also a chance to celebrate the skills and passion of bartenders.   It was an intense competition lasting 8 city rounds and saw over 1300 registrations. The contenders showcased their skills in challenges centered around key bartending talents like ingredients, mixing, pouring, nosing, and perfecting the ultimate serve.   Having proven his exceptional skills and creativity, Denzil Franklin, will now attend Camp Monkey, an exclusive annual gathering of Monkey Shoulder Brand Ambassadors and fellow championship winners from around the world at Goa in November 2024. #pleasedrinkresponsibly #staymeasured

Today is World Rum Day, and at William Grant & Sons we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to Rum.   We could sit back and relax and with Jerry Cola, using our classic Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum – a simple yet indulgent serve that highlights the spices in the rum.   Or we could step into the sweeter world of Discarded Banana Peel Rum with a Discarded Banana Peel Daiquiri. With a taste of banoffee pie, the humble daiquiri is truly levelled-up in this mix of a classic. Rum also plays a role in the maturation and flavour profiles of some of our whiskies. We use casks that have previously held rum to bring out notes of toffee, fruit and vanilla in certain liquids. The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask is a fine example, having been aged in oak before it’s finished in casks that previously held Caribbean rum.

We are excited to share Glenfiddich’s latest partnership with BlockBar – an innovative sealed auction of a rare Glenfiddich 1985 cask bottling, direct from the distillery. A unique opportunity to buy a piece of Glenfiddich history.   Personally selected by Glenfiddich’s esteemed Malt Master, Brian Kinsman, for BlockBar, the 39 Year-Old is an exclusive expression, laid to cask in January 1985. Having matured for 16 years in American oak, it was later transferred into an Oloroso sherry-seasoned European oak cask. The liquid has a distinctive mahogany hue and an intensely, deep, complex flavour, boasting layers of fruit, hearty oak and brown sugar sweetness, along with a hint of subtle spice, a rich texture and a wonderful mouth coating oiliness, making it a truly unique whisky.   From the exclusive cask bottling, 150 x 700ml bottles will become available in September 2024. Each bottle will be housed in a bespoke, ebony lacquered presentation box inscribed with the cask number, matching the individually numbered limited edition bottle inside. At the time of bottling the existing cask NFT owner will have the option to personalise the label, making this a truly unique opportunity.   The sealed bid auction is a first for both Glenfiddich and BlockBar, so to make it extra special, the cask bottling comes with a VIP distillery experience and overnight stay at one of the William Grant & Sons houses on the estate.   Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e7dJt6ah Please drink responsibly.