EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF EXPLORATION WITH GLENFIDDICH

Distiller launches exclusive Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection Gift Pack

Glenfiddich, the World’s Most Awarded single malt Scotch whisky, has unveiled the Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection Gift Pack offering global travellers an exclusive chance to experience a range of three pioneering 19 Year Old whiskies.

The innovative Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection celebrates the remarkable pioneering spirit of early adventurers; those who made extraordinary journeys that revolutionised our understanding of the world, and still exhilarate us today. The beautifully presented gift box is made up of three individual 20cl bottles containing; Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish, Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve and Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Red Wine Cask Finish, making this an ideal gift for the discerning drinker, keen to expand on their whisky-tasting adventure.

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish celebrates the adventurous spirit of 15^th century Portuguese explorers who discovered the islands of Porto Santo and Madeira, reinterpreting our geographical understanding of the world. This whisky marks a series of firsts, being not only the first 19 Year Old Glenfiddich, but the first to be finished in Madeira casks and the first release in the Glenfiddich Age of Discovery range.

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve is inspired by the great American rivers that brought commerce and industry to the cities in the South during the 19^th century whisky industry boom. It is a rich and velvety single malt Scotch whisky completely matured in traditional American Bourbon casks.

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Red Wine Cask Finish pays homage to Charles Darwin’s legendary voyage upon HMS Beagle to South America in 1831. An adventurous whisky, bursting with flavour, it is finished in casks which previously housed full bodied red wines produced in South America, marking another Glenfiddich milestone.

Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich Malt Master commented: “This range celebrates the discoveries and explorations of the most determined voyagers who have shaped history. At Glenfiddich, since the first spirit flowed from our stills over 125 years ago, we have strived to be pioneering in our whisky-making. Symbolising many firsts for our distillery, the rich and delicious whiskies in the Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection Gift Pack make it an excellent choice for the malt connoisseur keen to explore all three expressions.”

The three 20cl bottles are displayed in a striking, premium gift box featuring the maps that chart the pioneering journeys which have inspired each of the whiskies in the Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection. The exclusive, beautifully designed packaging makes this a truly unique present.

Testament to the exquisiteness of these whiskies and Glenfiddich’s position as the World’s Most Awarded single malt Scotch Whisky, each whisky from the range has won a host of awards. Most recently both Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish and Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve were awarded gold medals at the 2013 Scotch Whisky Masters and the International Spirits Challenge. Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve was also named Best Speyside Single Malt (13-20 years) at the World Whiskies Awards.

The Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection Gift Pack is available from October exclusively in Global Travel Retail outlets and at The Glenfiddich Distillery.

Notes to editors

• 3x 20cl bottle with 40% ABV
• Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Collection Gift Pack will be exclusively available in Global Travel Retail outlets and at The Glenfiddich Distillery Shop

Tasting notes:

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish

Nose

• A deep earthy aroma of sweet ripe figs and orange marmalade form a backdrop to bright notes of fresh gooseberries and grapes ripening on the vine

Taste

• Rich and spicy, cinnamon and crushed black pepper rest on a base of deep earthy notes, caramelised fruits, crystallised ginger, raisins and hints of dry oak. The texture is satisfying, silky smooth – almost oily

Finish

• Pleasingly dry with warmth that fades into a lingering sweet marmalade finish 

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve

Nose

• Warm, crunchy toffee and deep citrus notes, marmalade on toast and a whiff of a fine old orange liqueur, are balanced by dry almost smoky notes of oak tannin

Taste

• Intriguing layers of light tannin, underpinned by rich notes of vanilla pod, fine leather and Havana tobacco. Develops into a sweet, velvety mouth-feel with spicy hints of cardamom and nutmeg

Finish

• Warm, delightful long finish

Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Red Wine Cask Finish

Nose

• Toasted marshmallow, red berry and vanilla oak tannin - ripe fruits and a hint of woody spice

Taste

• Spicy notes on first taste – deep and smooth with velvety sweetness.  Rich oak notes and berry sweetness

Finish

• Sweet with a long lingering tannin

About William Grant & Sons and Glenfiddich

William Grant & Sons, Ltd. is an independent family-owned distiller headquartered in the United Kingdom and founded by William Grant in 1886. Today, the luxury spirits company is run by the fifth generation of his family and distils some of the world’s leading brands of Scotch whisky, including the world’s favourite single malt Scotch whisky Glenfiddich®, The Balvenie® range of handcrafted single malts and the world’s third largest blended Scotch Grant’s® as well as other iconic spirits brands such as Hendrick’s® Gin, Sailor Jerry®, Milagro® Tequila and, most recently, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey

Recent Awards:

International Spirits Challenge 2013

• Gold: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 40 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish *
• Gold: Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve *
• Gold: Glenfiddich 125^th Anniversary Edition
• Gold: Glenfiddich Ultimate 38 Year Old

Scotch Whisky Masters Awards 2013

• Master: Glenfiddich 15 Year Old
• Master: Glenfiddich Ultimate 38 Year Old
• Master: Glenfiddich 125^th Anniversary Edition
• Gold: Glenfiddich Rich Oak
• Gold: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich Distillery Edition 15 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish *
• Gold: Glenfiddich Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask Reserve *
• Gold: Glenfiddich Malt Master’s Edition
• Gold: Glenfiddich 40 Year Old

International Wine and Spirit Competition 2013

• Trophy for Single Malt Cask Strength: Glenfiddich 40 Year Old
• Gold Outstanding: Glenfiddich 40 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich Malt Master’s Edition
• Gold: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich 15 Year Old
• Gold: Glenfiddich Rich Oak
• Gold: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old

Click on www.williamgrant.com for more information on the Company and its brands