TALISKER DISTILLERY UNVEILS THE LATEST RELEASE OF ITS 30 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Made by the sea and embodying its wild spirit for nearly 200 years, Talisker 30 Year Old celebrates the Isle of Skye

NEW YORK, June 29, 2023  The Talisker distillery has announced the highly anticipated annual return of Talisker 30 Year Old with its award-winning 2023 limited edition release. Talisker 30 Year Old is a whisky made by the sea that embodies the rugged shores of the Isle of Skye in Scotland. For nearly 200 years, the distillery has crafted Single Malt Scotch Whisky on the coast alongside the infamous Oyster Shed, where whisky has been paired with fresh, local oysters for decades. Honoring its distillery home and legacy of seafood pairings, Talisker 30 Year Old was created to pay tribute to the Isle's natural wonders.

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9182251-talisker-30-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-release/

Crafted over three decades, the liquid celebrates the rugged wilderness of its home. As the land rises, the elements quieten, smooth smoky clouds swirl and part around peppery peaks. Atop the Isle's highest peak, a powerful tranquility reveals the true magnificence of the island below, ashore the sea Loch Harport which stretches as far as the eye can see. Talisker 30 Year Old beautifully reflects the unique terrain of the Isle and the distinctive characteristics of the surrounding seas' merroir.

Selected annually from refill American Oak casks, this raw yet refined expression is non-colored and non-chill filtered and bottled at natural cask strength. Talisker 30 Year Old is an elegant and complex whisky with the distillery's hallmarks of soaring sweet smoke and pointy pepperiness.

Stuart Morrison, Master Blender and Whisky Specialist at DIAGEO, said, "The three decades spent in oak casks allow Talisker's distillery character to develop refined and exquisite qualities. As the spirit ages through its twenties, the fruit flavors become even more complex, giving us fragrant tropical notes and the peppery smokiness that moves from coal-tar to a warming, smoldering bonfire. A truly spectacular Talisker liquid, every sip is a celebration of the magnificence of Skye."

To celebrate this remarkable release in the U.S., Talisker has joined forces with Real Oyster Cult to offer seafood and whisky fanatics curated pairings alongside the Single Malt made by the sea. The coastal origins of Talisker liquid create the whisky's signature maritime and briny notes – making it the perfect Scotch for oyster and caviar pairings.

Real Oyster Cult delivers an oyster bar experience to doors across the U.S., curating seasonal, fresh oysters from over 100 farms across North America, plus delectable shellfish and caviar via their app and website. They also farm oysters locally in Duxbury, MA on Cape Cod Bay, including the petite and succulent Sailor's Valentine that pairs perfectly with the warming smokiness and gentle salinity of Talisker 30 Year Old. Taking the experience to new heights, the addition of Real Oyster Cult's Royal Belgium Platinum Caviar as a garnish elevates the culinary journey, culminating in the ultimate premium pairing.

Additionally, Talisker is partnering with actor and writer Peter Gadiot to inspire individuals to embrace the outdoors and reconnect with the natural world. Much like Talisker, Peter embodies the rugged luxury and coastal spirit, spending the majority of his free time adventuring outside. Together, they aim to ignite a sense of adventure, inviting whisky aficionados to raise a glass to the wild spirits within them.

"I couldn't be more excited to join forces with Talisker, a brand that resonates deeply with my love for the untamed beauty of nature. It's a privilege for me to commemorate the launch of Talisker 30 Year Old, a whisky that embodies the essence of time-honored craftsmanship," said Gadiot. "Together, we embark on a remarkable journey of exploration and appreciation, toasting to the wonders of the outdoors."

If you're looking for something delicious to sip alongside fresh oysters or premium caviar, Talisker 30 Year Old is available for online purchase and home delivery via ReserveBar.com, Drizly.com or the Drizly app where shipping and delivery are available.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

ABV: Natural Cask Strength 49.6%
AGE: 30 Years
SRP: $1,099.99 USD
CASK TYPE: American Oak
BOTTLING YEAR: 2022
ANNUAL RELEASE VOLUME:

• 3,195 Bottles Globally
• 561 Bottles U.S.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Freshly cut orchard fruits, waxy red apples, fragrant white pepper, cinder toffee and a subtle creaminess.  A fresh maritime breeze passes, alongside the growing presence of tropical fruits, cocoa nibs and a beach bonfire.

Taste: A warming smokiness on the palate, with a chili pepper prickle and a gentle salinity, fading to reveal layers of apple and pear, smoldering embers, and notes of spicy oak.

Finish: A lingering warmth, with a peppery and cinnamon tingle alongside notes of ripe fruit, roasted hazelnut and a hint of vanilla.

ABOUT TALISKER
The Talisker distillery is battered by the elements on the windswept coast of the Isle of Skye and is one of the most remote distilleries in Scotland. It was founded in 1830 by Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill, and the distillery has been in near-constant operation ever since.

Talisker 10 Year Old and Talisker Storm are widely distributed while Talisker 30 Year Old, Talisker 25 Year Old, Talisker 18 Year Old, Talisker 8 Year Old, 2022 Special Releases and Talisker Distiller's Edition can be found in specialist stores.  See www.malts.com and https://www.instagram.com/talisker/ or more information. The TALISKER and TALISKER STORM words and associated logos are trademarks. © DIAGEO 2018.

Talisker 30 Year Old and Talisker 18 Year Old won Double Gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the largest and most prestigious spirits competition in the world. Double Gold honors are awarded to liquids that received a Gold medal rating by all members of the judging panel. Talisker 10 Year Old and Talisker Storm won a Gold medal.

Talisker has a heritage rooted in adventure. In 1830 its founders the MacAskill brothers crossed the Atlantic Ocean from the Isle of Eigg to establish the Talisker distillery on the shores of Loch Harport on the Isle of Skye. It has remained there ever since, producing consistently fine whiskies for almost 200 years.

ABOUT DIAGEO
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world.

For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practices. Follow Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

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Talisker Launches "One for the Sea" Campaign to Preserve and Protect New York Harbor As Part of Commitment to Ocean Health

Talisker Invites Locals to Embrace Wild Waters in Support of Billion Oyster Project

NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 - Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky announced it will extend its partnership with local New York City nonprofit Billion Oyster Project (BOP) as the lead sponsor of its Shell Collection Program for the third consecutive year. The partnership is a component of the iconic whisky brand's "One For The Sea" campaign, a global initiative that encourages consumers to reconnect with, preserve and protect our oceans through donations and sustainable practices. The Talisker distillery has crafted Single Malt Scotch Whisky on the rugged coastline of the Isle of Skye in Scotland for nearly 200 years alongside the infamous Oyster Shed, where Talisker has been paired with fresh, local oysters for decades. The whisky is made by the sea, which is why Talisker is committed to protecting oceans both near and far through partners like Billion Oyster Project.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9062651-talisker-launches-one-for-the-sea-campaign-to-preserve-protect-ny-harbor/

Talisker and BOP invite (21+) New Yorkers to support local waters by joining the Billion Oyster Project Passport Program, which encourages diners to enjoy Talisker and oysters at New York restaurants. Until Labor Day, for each Instagram in-feed post or Story that tags @talisker and includes #ONEFORTHESEA and #donation, Talisker will donate an additional $10 (maximum donation: $25,000) to Billion Oyster Project, enabling the organization to collect and recycle five additional pounds of used oyster shell for every qualifying social post from local New York restaurants back to local waters. This comes in addition to the more than 300,000 pounds of oyster shell from over 50 NYC restaurants that Talisker and Billion Oyster Project will productively upcycle as reef habitat in 2022 alone. Talisker and Billion Oyster Project invited a group of journalists and influencers to celebrate their ocean conservation initiatives in New York Harbor with a premium dinner event with an emphasis on locally-sourced produce and fresh, sustainably-caught seafood in Montauk, NY on June 24.

Talisker is also partnering with Emmy-award winning actor and environmental advocate Matthew Rhys to amplify Billion Oyster Project's initiatives and reinforce the brand's ongoing commitment to the protection of local and global waters. Fueled by his passion for the sea, Matthew recently restored Rarebit, a prized 1939 Wheeler Playmate fishing cruiser that was in the same class and era as the famous "Pilar" vessel.

"As someone passionate about both the sea and high-quality whisky, I'm excited to be partnering with Talisker once more to champion Billion Oyster Project and advocate for the wellness of New York City marine ecosystems," said Matthew Rhys. "We all benefit from healthy oceans, and as a Brooklyn resident, I've seen firsthand the impact BOP has on cleaning, restoring and protecting local waterways."

Talisker has been a proud supporter of Billion Oyster Project's mission to restore one billion oysters to New York Harbor by 2035, because oysters create habitats for marine life, clean city waterways and prevent coastal erosion. Talisker will remain the lead sponsor of the Shell Collection Program, a cornerstone of the nonprofit's work that aims to divert shells used by NYC restaurants from landfills to be reused for the restoration of oyster reefs.

"We are so appreciative of the continued support from Talisker over the past two years and look forward to another impactful year of partnership with them," said Pete Malinowski, Executive Director of Billion Oyster Project. "Their ongoing commitment to our Shell Collection Program has helped us restore more oyster reefs and work toward a cleaner New York Harbor for all."

Beyond philanthropic partnerships in sustainability, the award-winning Single Malt is committed to environmentally-conscious production practices. In 2021, the brand unveiled new sustainable packaging that increased the recyclability of the Talisker 10 Year Old bottle to 99.8% and reduced plastic components by 86% including the substitution of the original plastic stopper with a premium wooden alternative. Talisker glass bottles have increased in recycled content by 13% from 2018, and the 10 Year Old case packaging has reduced in weight by -6% since 2020.

As part of the One for the Sea campaign, regional consumers (21+) can win a trip to the Hamptons with a friend (21+) by posting to their Instagram feed or Story, tagging @talisker and including the hashtags #ONEFORTHESEA and #sweepstakes to enter.* Rules and restrictions apply.

The coastal origins of Talisker liquid create the whisky's signature maritime and briny notes – making it the perfect Scotch for oyster pairings. Consider ordering the Talisker take on a classic NYC cocktail, the Penicillin, a light, summery complement to salty bivalves.

If you're looking for something delicious to sip neat, over ice or in a cocktail this summer, Talisker is available for online purchase and home delivery via ReserveBar.com, Drizly.com or the Drizly app where shipping and delivery are available.

When you raise a glass of Talisker, you raise #ONEFORTHESEA.

* NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. NY/NJ/CT, 21+. Legal Residents Only. Do not consume alcohol in photo. Alcohol is not part of prize. Sweepstakes closes on September 2nd, 2022. For Official Rules (including free entry) , visit bit.ly/OnefortheSeaContest

About Talisker
The Talisker distillery is battered by the elements on the windswept coast of the Isle of Skye and is one of the most remote distilleries in Scotland. It was founded in 1830 by Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill, and the distillery has been in near-constant operation ever since.

Talisker 10 Year Old and Talisker Storm are widely distributed while Talisker 18 Year Old, Talisker 25 Year Old, Talisker 8 Year Old 2021 Special Releases and Talisker Distiller's Edition can be found in specialist stores.  See www.malts.com and https://www.instagram.com/talisker/ or more information. The TALISKER and TALISKER STORM words and associated logos are trademarks. © DIAGEO 2018.

Talisker 18 Year Old earned a double gold medal at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, while Talisker 10 Year Old won a gold medal and Talisker Storm won silver.

Talisker has a heritage rooted in adventure. In 1830 its founders the MacAskill brothers crossed the Atlantic Ocean from the Isle of Eigg to establish the Talisker distillery on the shores of Loch Harport on the Isle of Skye. It has remained there ever since, producing consistently fine whiskies for almost 200 years.

About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world.

For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practices. Follow Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

About Billion Oyster Project
Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives. Why oysters? Their reefs provide habitat for many marine species, have the ability to filter water, and help shield New York City shorelines from storm damage. Founded on the belief that restoration without education is temporary, and observing that learning outcomes improve when students have the opportunity to work on real restoration projects, Billion Oyster Project collaborates with public schools. The crew designs STEM curriculum for NYC schools through the lens of oyster restoration, and engages Urban Assembly New York Harbor School students in large-scale restoration projects, collects discarded oyster shells from dozens of NYC restaurants, and engages the local community. The project has introduced 75 million oysters across 16 acres and 18 reef sites, with the help of more than 8,000 students and 11,000 volunteers.

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Diageo Unveil the Second Release in the Prima & Ultima Collection of Exquisite Single Vintage Malts

LONDON, August 4, 2021 - The registration is now open for collectors around the world to secure the second release of Prima & Ultima, Diageo's series of magnificent, incredibly rare Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. An unequalled gathering of cask-strength bottlings, the second release comprises eight bottles that have been drawn from the historic stock of Diageo's finest distilleries across Scotland including Talisker, Mortlach, The Singleton of Glendullan, and Brora.

The growing Prima & Ultima collection gathers highly limited single vintage malts that are either the first or last bottling of their kind – each a piece of distilling history offering collectors and connoisseurs the opportunity to build an expertly curated liquid library over time.

Each release is curated by one of Diageo's most celebrated master blenders and for this year Maureen Robinson takes up the mantle from the curator of the inaugural Prima & Ultima, Dr Jim Beveridge OBE. With over 40 years of whisky expertise, Maureen Robinson hand-selected each bottling to make up the second release.

Maureen said: "This is a selection of very special Single Malts – some that have never before seen the light of day and others that are the fleeting and final examples of their kind. I remember choosing to hold back the cask filled at Auchroisk knowing it would be special for the future and the anticipation and excitement of the maturation trials we undertook with Linkwood and The Singleton, now realised in these releases. Some of these casks I helped to lay down, and have taken great pleasure in tending to them since, so I chose them with rich memories in mind."

Each full set of eight Prima & Ultima single vintage malts is accompanied by eight unique glasses, each engraved with a bespoke design that reflects the story behind each whisky, created in collaboration with two glass artists. Individual 20ml samples of each whisky are also included with a booklet of personal stories told by Maureen.

Only 376 full sets are available for purchase, directly through appointed Prima & Ultima agents, at a recommended retail selling price of GBP23,500 (including tax and duty) in the UK. An online registration page is now open at www.theprimaandultimacollection.com for whisky collectors across the globe to register their interest to own this year's release.

Once registration ends on the 23rd August 2021, there will be an opportunity to own the elusive set #1 of the second release of Prima & Ultima, each signed personally by Maureen Robinson when it goes under the hammer in an online auction at Sotheby's from 15th - 24th September 2021 in Hong Kong, with all proceeds of the sale going to leading humanitarian charity, CARE International. Funds from the auction will support CARE International UK's work to empower women and their communities around the world through encouraging entrepreneurship, building livelihoods, improving access to education and healthcare, and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Billion Oyster Project Announce Second-Year Partnership To Help Restore One Billion Oysters To New York Harbor

The nonprofit and Single Malt Scotch Whisky are ramping up shell collection efforts, including support of a local tax credit bill that incentivizes shell recycling among New York State restaurants

NEW YORK, May 26, 2021  Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky – made by the sea on Scotland's Isle of Skye - and New York City nonprofit Billion Oyster Project today announced the extension of their partnership into 2021, marking a second year of collaboration on oyster reef restoration efforts and public education initiatives aimed at restoring one billion oysters - and a 'wild spirit' - to New York Harbor by 2035.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8901051-talisker-single-malt-scotch-whisky-billion-oyster-project-partnership-restore-new-york-harbor/

Talisker is the lead sponsor of Billion Oyster Project's Shell Collection Program, a cornerstone of the nonprofit's work and an essential recycling process for the resource. Oyster shells provide the base material for oyster reefs, which offer a home for young oysters to grow and hundreds of species in New York Harbor to thrive. Talisker will support Billion Oyster Project's ongoing shell collection operations, which are expected to collect more than 200,000 pounds of oyster shells from 50 NYC restaurants and divert them from landfills in 2021.

This year, Talisker is also joining Billion Oyster Project in supporting Senate Bill S4741 in New York State. If passed, the bill will award restaurants that donate shells to oyster reef restoration organizations a small tax credit per pound of shell donated. In addition to supporting this crucial environmental initiative, the tax credit will help restaurants who have struggled due to closures and restrictions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill is currently being considered by state legislators, so Talisker and Billion Oyster Project urge you to click here to take a few simple steps to support the bill before the State Senate enters recess on June 10.

The Talisker distillery is battered by wind and waves on the rugged coastline on the Isle of Skye in Scotland where oysters are locally farmed and enjoyed. The waters from the nearby sea create the signature maritime and briny notes of Talisker – making this the perfect Scotch for oyster pairing. As an homage to its home by the sea and deep-rooted love of oysters, Talisker is honored to continue partnering with Billion Oyster Project for a second year to preserve the oceans, an essential resource for both bivalves and its whisky, and provide support for local NYC restaurants.

During the partnership's inaugural year – and amidst the COVID-19 pandemic – Talisker supported Billion Oyster Project in:

• Collecting 120,000 shells from more than 30 operating bars and restaurants in NYC
  • *Billion Oyster Project's Shell Collection Program was temporarily suspended from March – August 2020
• Educating over 14,000 members via digital newsletters and social content 
• Co-hosting 7 consumer events – including virtual experiences following nationwide social-distancing guidelines  
• Introducing a new, co-branded Shell Collection Program truck

"The entire Talisker team is honored to renew and deepen our partnership with Billion Oyster Project for a second year knowing we've made a tangible impact on New York City's oyster reefs," says Jamie Young, Director of Single Malts for Diageo North America. "Every day, our whisky is influenced by the vast ocean that surrounds us on the Isle of Skye, much like the oysters living in New York Harbor. The sea forms an important part of who we are, and we believe it is our goal to encourage people to embrace the exhilaration of the ocean whilst awakening a desire to protect and restore it for future generations in any way they can."

"Thanks to New Yorkers' love for oysters, shells are plentiful, but sorting, collecting, transporting and storing this valuable resource takes significant effort," said Pete Malinowski, Executive Director of Billion Oyster Project. "Continued support from Talisker will enable us to rebuild our shell collection program, restore more oyster reefs, and engage more restaurants and community members in creating a healthier Harbor for all New Yorkers to enjoy. We're grateful for their ongoing commitment to our work."

With the help of volunteers and partners since 2014, Billion Oyster Project has:

• Collected over 1,600,000 pounds of used oyster shells
• Planted more than 47,000,000 oysters in New York City waters 
• Engaged more than 10,000 volunteers across various community projects 
• Installed 15 oyster reefs across more than 12 acres

To learn more about Billion Oyster Project, visit billionoysterproject.org.

Founded in 1830, Talisker was the first distillery on the Isle of Skye. The distillery's signature maritime and briny notes are core expressions in Talisker 10 Year Old and Talisker Storm. Talisker invites you to try pairing whisky and oysters by ordering your own bottle online for home delivery via Reservebar.com, Drizly.com or the Drizly app where shipping and delivery are available. Please remember to enjoy a glass of Talisker responsibly. For more information on Talisker Single Malt Scotch Whisky, visit www.malts.com/en-us/brands/talisker,

ABOUT BILLION OYSTER PROJECT
Billion Oyster Project is a nonprofit organization on a mission to restore oyster reefs to New York Harbor through public education initiatives. Why oysters? Their reefs have the ability to filter water, provide habitat for many marine species, and help shield NYC shorelines from storm damage. Founded on the belief that restoration without education is temporary and observing that learning outcomes improve when students have the opportunity to work on real restoration projects, collaborating with public schools is fundamental to Billion Oyster Project's work. Billion Oyster Project designs STEM curriculum through the lens of oyster restoration for New York City schools, engages The Urban Assembly New York Harbor students in large-scale restoration projects, collects discarded oyster shells from 75 New York City restaurants, and engages thousands of volunteers. The project has planted 47 million oysters and installed 15 reef sites so far, with 6,000+ students and nearly 10,000 volunteers. To learn more, subscribe to Billion Oyster Project's email list at bit.ly/bopnews, and follow @billionoyster on Twitter and Instagram and @billionoysterproject on Facebook.

ABOUT DIAGEO
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.

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Diageo Whiskey Brands Shine at 14th Annual San Francisco Spirits Competition

Diageo whisk(e)y brands were recognized across the board for their excellence at the 14th annual San Francisco World Spirits Competition, securing 29 medals in total. The competition was held in March, and received over 1,400 entries from around the globe. The judging panel consisted of independent professionals from the drinks and hospitality sector in the USA.

In Scotch, Irish and Canadian whisk(e)y, Diageo brands won multiple medals. Bushmills and Johnnie Walker won six medals each, collecting a double gold and two gold medals each. Bulleit won four medals including two gold, while Buchanan’s received three medals, bringing home two double gold medals and one gold.

Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Scotch Whisky was awarded “Best Blended Scotch Up to 15 Years” and Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky was awarded  “Best Distillers Single Malt Scotch – 13 to 19 Years.”

Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch Whisky, launched globally in 2013, also won Double Gold.

“Best Distillers Single Malt Scotch – 13 to 19 Years”

Double Gold

Double Gold

“Best Blended Scotch Up to 15 Years”

Diageo’s Double Gold and Gold medal winners in whisk(e)y were:

Double Gold

Buchanan’s 15 Year Old Master Blended Scotch Whisky

Buchanan’s 18 Year old Special Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky

Bushmills Single Malt Irish Whiskey 16 Years Old

Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Scotch Whisky

Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Talisker Storm Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Talisker Distillers Edition 2002 Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Gold

Buchanan’s DeLuxe 12 Year Old Scotch

Bulleit 95 Rye Whiskey

Bulleit 10 Year Old Bourbon

Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey

Bushmills Single Malt Irish Whiskey 21 Year

Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Blended Scotch Whisky
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Diageo Wins Distiller Of The Year For Investing In Scotch

Diageo, the world’s leading premium drinks company, has been named Distiller of the Year 2014 by Whisky Magazine in recognition of the company’s investment in its Scotch whisky business.

The coveted accolade was awarded at Whisky Magazine’s annual Global Icons of Whisky awards, with Diageo congratulated on “putting its money where its mouth is” with its £1billion investment in expansion Scotch whisky production capacity across Scotland.

Whisky Magazine Distiller of the Year is judged by a panel of independent whisky commentators and is one of the most highly prized titles in the industry. The judging panel’s citation read: “Production capacity increased at many of its sites, an investment of nearly £150 million across the Highland Council area and more expansion plans to come, increasing grain capacity, a raft of new expressions and building new distilleries – Diageo has been putting its money where its mouth is for its brands and the category, proving that with great size comes great responsibility.”

The award of the overall title came after Diageo had earlier been named Whisky Distiller of the Year in the Scottish category of the Icons of Whisky awards in an earlier round of judging.

The award adds to the Distiller of the Year title which was given to Diageo by the US-based The Whisky Advocate magazine in December 2013, citing the company’s investment and commitment to its brands.

David Cutter, Director of Diageo International Supply Centre, who runs the company’s Scotch whisky production business from Edinburgh, welcomed the award on behalf of all the employees who work to produce Diageo’s portfolio of world leading brands.

“We are very proud of our Scotch whisky business and of the investment we are making in its future and it is gratifying to have that recognised and acknowledged by independent industry commentators and by Whisky Magazine.”

Dr Nick Morgan, Diageo’s Head of Whisky Outreach, who accepted the award on behalf of Diageo at the Global Icons ceremony, added: “We are grateful to the judges and to Whisky Magazine for this significant global award, which I was delighted to accept on behalf of all my colleagues in Diageo whose commitment, vision, skill and sheer hard work makes everything possible.”

Diageo produces Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch whisky brand, as well as a portfolio of other leading blended Scotch whiskies including Bell’s, J&B and Buchanan’s. The company also produces award-winning single malt whisky brands such as Talisker, Lagavulin, Cardhu and Dalwhinnie. Recent distillery investment announcements are linked to the growth of key Scotch whisky brands. Glen Ord Distillery near Inverness will see its capacity doubled to support the Singleton of Glen Ord brand, which is the fastest growing single malt in Asia. A major expansion investment at Mortlach Distillery in Speyside will support the launch of Mortlach as a global single malt brand later this year.

Diageo announced its £1billion Scotch whisky investment programme in June 2012. As well as the distillery expansions the company is also investing in new warehousing to store the additional spirit, with a major new bonded warehouse site being developed at Cluny in Fife.

In January the company announced the latest phase of the investment with a £30million plan to double capacity at the iconic Clynelish Distillery in Sutherland, taking the company’s capital programme in the Highlands to around £150million.

This adds to previous major investments by Diageo, including building a new malt whisky distillery at Roseisle in Speyside and a new state of the art cooperage at Cambus in Clackmannanshire.
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Diageo Announces New Series Of Limited Edition Single Malt Scotch Whiskies - Friends Of The Classic Malts

From Diageo:

Diageo have announced a series of limited edition single malt Scotch Whiskies available exclusively to the Friends of the Classic Malts™.

Five different single malts will be released at intervals over the next 6 months, throughout UK, Germany and Switzerland.

The first releases, in December 2013 will be editions of Royal Lochnagar™ and Talisker™. Three more single malts will be issued between January and June 2014: a further announcement with details of these releases will follow in January.

The distinctive feature of all the five malts in this rare and unusual series is that, in order to develop a whisky with a distinctive and complex profile that will intrigue the discerning connoisseurs among the Friends of the Classic Malts, they have been matured in a totally different way from the familiar Classic Malts Bottlings  – and different also from the Distillers Editions of the same single malts.

Triple matured

The single malts in these special Friends’ bottlings have all been triple matured. Their initial maturation has been, conventionally, in refill casks. Next the liquids were transferred to charred American oak hogsheads, imparting spicy notes and a touch of sweet oak. To complete the conversation between spirit and oak, the whiskies enjoyed a third maturation in European Oak refill casks which softened, mellowed and integrated the aromas and flavours. Finally the whiskies were bottled at a generous 48% ABV.

Exclusive reward

Only a few thousand bottles of each expression are being produced: no more than 24,000 bottles are available in total across the five editions, and via online retailers and at Distilleries.

“These are truly special whiskies which we are proud to offer as an exclusive reward to our loyal members of Friends of the Classic Malts”, said Julien LeBescond, Diageo’s Senior Brand Manager for Scotch Single Malts for in Western Europe. “We greatly value their support and enthusiasm, and we’re confident that they will enjoy these exciting and unique liquids which we asked our master blenders to prepare just for them.”

Limited and exclusive distribution for Friends

These limited editions are being made available in selected Western European markets and via online retailers exclusively to members of the Friends of the Classic Malts so a true reward for loyalty.

In addition, bottles will be available for purchase by personal visitors to the relevant distillery – though again, only to signed-up members of Friends of the Classic Malts, or to visitors who join during their visit. Whether purchased online or at the distillery, the bottles are priced at £80 and the equivalent in Euros, and sales are limited to two bottles per customer.

Friends of the Classic Malts

See Friends of the Classic Malts on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsoftheClassicMalts

And on the Classic Malts website.

An ever-growing number of whisky enthusiasts sign up as members of the Friends of the Classic Malts  -  a community of Single Malt Scotch Whisky consumers around the world who wish to share their passion for Single Malt Scotch Whisky, explore the whiskies within the Classic Malts range, and discover the untold stories of some of Scotland’s best Distilleries.

The community currently consists of over 1 million Classic Malts enthusiasts around the world who enjoy the following benefits for free:

• Behind the scenes footage, sharing the secrets and showcasing the personalities from our world of whisky through a monthly email program
• Free guided tours at 12 of the Classic Malts distilleries across Scotland
• Exclusive offers and competitions

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