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Glen Scotia
distillery in Campbeltown has unveiled
its line-up of events for this year's
Campbeltown Malts Festival.
The Glen Scotia distillery in
Campbeltown has just unveiled its
exciting line-up of events for this
year's Campbeltown Malts Festival (May
21st and 22nd), and tickets are now
available for purchase as of today at
10am.
Each year, Glen Scotia warmly welcomes
whisky enthusiasts from across the globe
to immerse themselves in the charm of
the 'Wee Toon' and savour the finest
whiskies from Scotland's smallest
whisky-producing region.
Joining the Glen Scotia team will be a
range of industry experts, delving into
the history and heritage of the former
'Victorian Whisky Capital of the World'.
From exclusive behind-the-scenes tours
to in-depth product masterclasses,
attendees will have the opportunity to
meet the dedicated individuals at the
core of whisky production.
The festivities kick off with the Glen
Scotia Malts Festival Dinner on Tuesday,
May 21st, starting at 7:30pm. Held at
the Machrihanish Airbase, guests will be
treated to insights from Glen Scotia's
Master Distiller and Distillery Manager
Iain McAlister, as well as special
guests. A delightful three-course meal
will be expertly paired with
hand-selected, exclusive single cask
drams.
On Wednesday, May 22nd, visitors can
enjoy a variety of ticketed and
complimentary talks, tastings, and
musical performances, including sets by
Rhuvaal and We.R.Soul. The day's events
begin at 10:30am, promising a memorable
experience for all who attend.
Ticketed events include:
- Dunnage
Warehouse Tasting with Iain
McAlister, where guests will get the
chance to sample five hand-picked
cask selections of unreleased
liquids alongside a guided tasting,
in the historic heart of the
distillery. Price £150
- Acclaimed
journalist Dave Broom will team up
with Loch Lomond Group’s Master
Blender, Michael Henry for Exploring
the World of Sherry and Whisky, a
60-minute session delving into the
history and flavour profile of
different sherries and their
influence on the Glen Scotia spirit.
Price £40
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Award-winning spirits writer Millie
Milliken and Iain McAlister will
conduct the New Make Spirit School,
offering insights into the various
stages of the distillation process
and uncovering the flavours created
in the journey that define Glen
Scotia’s signature style. £30
- Becky Paskin,
renowned spirits writer, TV
presenter and founder of OurWhisky,
will join Michael Henry for the
Master Blender Experience, where
visitors can learn the artistry of
blending. Under the guidance of the
industry’s best, attendees will
create their own unique Glen Scotia
blend, choosing from five
distinctive finishes to create a
20cl takeaway bottle of Glen Scotia
single malt. Price £60
- Glen Scotia
will unveil its latest
collaboration, a project with an
array of creators who have
documented their journey to
Campbeltown by land, road and sea.
Through an immersive exhibition
space, it will reveal the historical
voyages to the ‘Victorian Whisky
Capital of the World’.
Iain McAlister,
Master Distiller and Distillery Manager
at Glen Scotia, said: "The Campbeltown
Malts Festival offers us a wonderful
opportunity to open our doors to
visitors and share the spirit of Glen
Scotia. This year, we have a fantastic
line-up of events and are very lucky to
be working with some of the top names in
the industry who we also call good
friends. It is a special few days for
the team, and we’re always humbled by
the visitors who travel far and wide to
see us and discover what makes
Campbeltown such a special whisky
place."
Established in 2008, the Campbeltown
Malts Festival commemorates the area's
rich history as the 'Victorian Whisky
Capital of the World', honouring the
town's illustrious heritage. Presently,
Glen Scotia stands proudly as one of
merely three remaining distilleries in
this coastal town, revitalising
Campbeltown's prospects as it garners
industry acclaim and extends its reach
into both UK and global markets.
For tickets and further information
about Glen Scotia and the Campbeltown
Malts Festival visit www.glenscotia.com
You will also find the current Glen
Scotia whisky range available from specialist online whisky
shops such as
The Whisky Exchange
and
Master of Malt
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