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The expression was created to celebrate Glasgow Airport’s 60th anniversary.
Ian Macleod Distillers has introduced a Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Single Cask whisky at Glasgow Airport, exclusively in partnership with Avolta, to celebrate the facility’s 60th anniversary.
The launch also coincides with this year’s edition of The Whisky Collective, Avolta’s annual global whisky festival in its World Duty Free stores.
Described as highly collectible, the Glengoyne Single Cask #1789 is limited to 248 70cl bottles (RRP £119/US$158). The expression is natural in colour, matured in a 12 Year Old first-fill bourbon barrel, and bottled un-chill-filtered at 59% ABV.
To mark the anniversary and celebrate the airport and city of Glasgow, the bottle sports a Glasgow skyline-themed label, featuring the Duke of Wellington statue, the Armadillo and the Glengoyne Distillery, which is located just 15 miles north of Glasgow.
On the nose, the whisky open on notes of chocolate chip oat cookies, malt, banana and vanilla. It is balanced, light and fruity on the palate, sweetening to finish with a taste of fruits, honey coated cereal and citrus.
Centring the Glasgow connection
Avolta Senior Liquor Manager UK Aisha Dad commented: “Glasgow Airport’s 60th anniversary is a meaningful moment to celebrate with a whisky that is rooted in Scotland and connected to the city.
“This exclusive Glengoyne Single Cask reflects what we aim to bring to travellers through World Duty Free and The Whisky Collective: distinctive products, strong local relevance and memorable discoveries that can only be found here. We are pleased to partner with Ian Macleod Distillers on this limited release, offering whisky enthusiasts something special at Glasgow Airport.”
AGS Airports Head of Retail Development Craig Norton noted: “We’re incredibly proud to bring this exclusive Glengoyne Single Cask to our customers as part of Glasgow Airport’s 60th anniversary celebrations.
The launch also coincides with this year’s edition of The Whisky Collective, Avolta’s annual global whisky festival in its World Duty Free stores.
“With its strong connection to the city and limited availability, it’s a fantastic addition to our shelves at World Duty Free and a real highlight of The Whisky Collective. We’re confident both collectors and whisky lovers alike will appreciate discovering something truly unique before they fly.”
“We are thrilled to showcase our single malt expertise with the introduction of this unique whisky to World Duty Free and its customers,” added Ian Macleod Distillers Head of Global Travel Retail William Ovens.
“This single cask of only 248 bottles will be an exclusive experience for the lucky few. It celebrates the historical ties between Glengoyne and the city of Glasgow and is a valuable addition to The Whisky Collective festival.”
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