At the Monza Grand Prix, scheduled Sunday, September 7th, the global partnership between Glenfiddich, the Single Malt Scotch Whisky most awarded in the world, And Aston Martin Formula One™ Team reaches a new, prestigious milestone.
The iconic Scottish distillery, in fact, has presented a limited edition of Glenfiddich Whisky created to celebrate the common values that unite the two British realities: a great heritage of traditions and know-how, innovation and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
An Alliance of British Icons: History, Pioneering Spirit and Shared Values
The collaboration between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ is not a simple union, but an alliance between two brands that have made history in their respective sectorsi. The distillery Glenfiddich, founded in Dufftown, Scotland, by visionary William Grant on Christmas Day 1887, embodies a pioneering spirit that has led it to excel for over one hundred and thirty years. It was the first Single Malt Scotch Whisky to be actively promoted outside Scotland. Although today sold in over 180 countries, William Grant & Son's remains one of the few family-owned distilleries and the whisky is still produced in the same distillery built by William Grant and his family.
In parallel, the history of Aston Martin, founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford, It's an epic story spanning over a century of success and innovation. With a long history in racing, from its debut in the 1922 Grand Prix to its victory at Le Mans in 1959, Aston Martin returned to Formula 1 in 2021 under the leadership of Lawrence Stroll, opening a new chapter of excellence.
The Glenfiddich 16 Year Old: the first whisky from a partnership of excellence
The whisky chosen for this prestigious collaboration, which represents only the first chapter in a dedicated series, was aged in Speyside, Scotland, for 16 long years following a meticulous selection process. It rested in former American oak wine casks, virgin oak casks, and second-fill ex-bourbon casks.
This refinement, taken care of by Malt Master Brian Kinsman, give to this Glenfiddich 16 years old a unique character and a rich and complex sensory profileOn the nose, distinctive notes of maple syrup and caramelized ginger are perceived. On the palate, it is a silky and enveloping experience, with hints of fruit salad and Chantilly cream.
Brian Kinsman He emphasizes that "at Glenfiddich, all efforts are geared towards producing exceptional whiskies that honor tradition while embracing innovative processes. The Glenfiddich 16 Year Old presented at Monza is a genuine testament to this philosophy. It combines craftsmanship and precision in a whisky that invites exploration and discovery, just like the journey of our partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team."
Innovation and the Future: The Horizon of Glenfiddich and Aston Martin F1
The partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin is projected into the future. While Glenfiddich continues to innovate with unique expressions like this 16-year-old whisky, Aston Martin F1 has opened the AMR Technology Campus at Silverstone, a cutting-edge facility featuring sustainable design and a state-of-the-art wind tunnel. The meeting of the heritage of two iconic brands and their drive for innovation marks the beginning of a chapter destined to leave an indelible mark on the world of spirits and Formula 1.
