William Grant & Sons

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.

Today we’ll see Ireland take on the rugby world champions, the Springboks from South Africa, for the first match of their two-part series. To mark the occasion, Tullamore D.E.W. has partnered with Old School, South Africa's premium rugby sportswear brand. The coming together of these two countries honours more than just rugby. It's also a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, cultures and passions, and a testament to the unity sport and culture can foster. You can explore the bespoke rugby jerseys now: https://lnkd.in/e_QFzscq

On this day in 1969, we made history by opening the doors of The Glenfiddich Distillery to visitors, the first Scotch whisky distillery to do so.    The same care and focus on quality that is given to the liquid is also given to our visitor experience; this was recently recognised by The Times newspaper who this year named Glenfiddich Distillery one of the seven best whisky distilleries in the UK. Guests who tour the distillery, located in Dufftown, Scotland - the heart of Speyside - will have the unique opportunity to enjoy a tasting as well as see our grain to glass process first hand.   We're delighted to share the original label from bottles given as gifts to VIPs on the first visit all those years ago, alongside images of the Distillery today.   Interested in visiting the Glenfiddich Distillery? Learn more and plan your visit here: https://lnkd.in/eZpgJAZY   Tours are for over 18s only. Please drink responsibly.

We are thrilled to unveil the latest travel retail exclusive: Silent Pool Gin Mediterranean Expression. Which made its UK debut in Avolta’s World Duty Free stores on June 26th.   The ultra-premium gin Silent Pool Mediterranean Expression is inspired by the sun-soaked Mediterranean, making it the perfect fit for the travel retail market and an ideal choice for travellers seeking something new and creative.   This gin captures the essence of the Mediterranean through the provenance of the botanical recipe: vibrant lemon and lime, earthy Moroccan coriander, pine rich Italian juniper, floral notes of honeysuckle and subtle richness from Spanish orange-blossom honey, delivering a complex and aromatic sensory journey.   Perfect for summer holidays, Silent Pool Gin Mediterranean Expression offers a vibrant, citrus aroma and the joy of sharing a gin and tonic by the sea.   Visit our activations at London Gatwick South in July and London Gatwick North in August to sample this innovative and elegant expression.   #SilentPoolGin #MediterraneanExpression #TravelRetail #WilliamGrantandSons #WorldDutyFree

The Balvenie has launched four new limited edition single cask expressions within its evolving Stories Range, A Collection of Curious Casks; a wonderful collaboration between Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie and Warehouse and Samples Coordinator George Paterson.    The collection features an 11-Year-Old Hungarian Red Wine Cask, a 14-Year-Old American Bourbon Barrel, a 17-Year-Old New Spanish Oak Cask, and an 18-Year-Old French Pineau Cask, each carefully chosen by Kelsey.    The series commemorates Kelsey and George’s working relationship and their skills in whisky. The pair have keen instincts for selecting casks with rare potential – also what we like to call the weird and wonderful outliers that the world would not usually encounter. Each expression is a powerful celebration of friendship, and brings to life the environment of The Balvenie’s warehouses.    The four new expressions join other Stories bottlings, such as 12-Year-Old The Sweet Toast of American Oak, 42-Year- Old The Tale of the Dog and more recently, the 19-Year-Old A Revelation of Cask and Character.     A Collection of Curious Casks is available to purchase in the UK now, with more markets coming soon. Explore the collection for yourself: https://lnkd.in/eBsXGNgj Please drink responsibly.

Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins not only gave his name to our Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum but, as a pioneering artist, his style of flash tattoos has become synonymous with the brand. Taking inspiration from traditional Japanese tattoo techniques and motifs, he blended this with American styles, creating a fusion which boldly set him apart.   While every tattoo in Norman's collection is a personal statement, there are certain common meanings. As a sailor in the U.S. Navy, he travelled the world, becoming exposed to various cultures and people, it was through these experiences that he applied the themes of patriotism, bravery and adventure across his artwork.   Here are just some examples of his work and what they represent.   Head to the Sailor Jerry website to learn more about the meanings behind the tattoos: https://lnkd.in/eJ4graTU

It was an incredible evening last night as we honoured colleagues who embody our Company Values every day. We also celebrated and awarded nine Everyday Legacy Makers for their leadership, responsibility, optimism, and genuine spirit of cooperation and teamwork; all of which contribute to making William Grant & Sons stronger. What better way to close the celebrations than by raising a glass of Glenfiddich Grand Cru with Global Brand Ambassador, Struan Grant Ralph. A fitting choice for a very special occasion. We’d also like to extend a special thanks to Zara Janjua, who joined us for the night as our wonderful host, inviting all award winners to the stage. We believe strongly in recognising the great work of the Rare Characters who make this Company so special, and look forward to continuing this legacy for years to come.

The stage is set for our 13th Annual Global Stand Fast Awards. From across the globe, our Rare Characters will gather tonight at Barnbougle Castle in Scotland to be honoured for their incredible efforts and achievements in the past year.   All nominees were chosen by their peers based on how they live our company values every day.   We're so excited to celebrate our everyday legacy makers, the unsung heroes and audacious big thinkers!

With the summer solstice occurring tonight, the summer season has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere! What better way to enjoy the warmer weather than with a refreshing Hendrick's cocktail? Whether you like it fruity or floral, Hendrick's makes for the most refreshing summer cocktails. Which refreshing cocktail sparks your curiosity? ♦ Classic & Delicious: Hendrick's Gin & Tonic, made with Hendrick’s Original, tonic water & three thinly sliced rounds of cucumber ♦ Refreshing & Zesty: A Cucumber Spritz complete with Hendrick's Original, a splash of sparkling water and garnished with fresh mint & cucumbers ♦ Simple & Light: Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret & Tonic, garnished with 3 thinly sliced rounds of cucumber ♦ Light & Fresh: Hendrick’s Neptunia Curious Margarita, made with agave nectar, fresh lime and garnished with a slice of cucumber You can find all these cocktail recipes and more on the Hendrick's Gin website: https://lnkd.in/eUdwCZDb Please drink the unusual responsibly.

This June, Discarded Spirits Co. has teamed up in the UK with chocolate brand Tony’s Chocolonely, to create the ultimate zero-waste, totally decadent, and fully edible limited-edition cocktail at The Alchemist: The Banana Split.   The Banana Split will be available until 30th June across all of The Alchemist’s 23 sites and features Discarded Spirits Co.'s award-winning Banana Peel Rum, Banana Liqueur, Strawberry Puree, and Tony’s Chocolate Housemade Oat Milk, all made in an edible Stroodle Cup before being topped with a vanilla cream foam, sea salt, a cherry, and a delicious banana-shaped Tony’s chocolate garnish made from broken chocolate segments.   In line with The Alchemist’s Waste Not Want Not ethos, the Banana Split has been crafted with innovative ingredients from surplus and waste products. #StayMeasured #PleaseDrinkResponsibly