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Forbes
an hour ago
- Forbes
The Best Luxury Vacations For Scotch Lovers
A worker at Bruichladdich distillery in Islay takes a whisky sample from a cask in Bruichladdich, Islay Scotland. Islay is the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. You can spot a Scotch whisky lover by the way they write the word whisky. (There's no 'e' in 'Scotland,' but there is if it's made in 'Kentucky.') Connoisseurs are quick to recite knowledge of the spirit's geographic authenticity, strict production laws, traditional techniques, and historical depth. Its development is closely tied to Scottish identity, from its medieval monastic roots to its status today as one of Scotland's most prized cultural exports. The best luxury vacations for Scotch lovers, naturally, begin in Scotland. However, as bars and lounges billed around a specific spirit become more common, it's not impractical to hop the entire globe in pursuit of the best Scotch. Where to send Dad this Father's Day to scratch his itch for Scotch? Here are seven destinations worth flying to. A view of Princes Street from Calton Hill, with the Scott Monument in the background, in Edinburgh, Great Britain. Balmoral Hotel. Edinburgh city. Scotland, UK. Number One restaurant (in the basement) has held a Michelin star for more than 20 years, while the Scotch bar offers more than 400 selections of the namesake liquor. Originally built in 1902 for the North British Railway company, the storied Balmoral Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Edinburgh might double as the setting for the next Wes Anderson film. The screenplay, like many of the hotel guests, could focus on food and drink alone. The restaurant (in the basement) has held a Michelin star for more than 20 years, while the Scotch bar — the appropriately named Scotch — offers more than 400 selections of the namesake liquor. Dad can consult one of the bar's Whiskey Ambassadors to help find the perfect tipple. The Balmoral is a Forbes Travel Guide five-star hotel. Ocean Club Suite Living Room onboard an Azamara Cruise, which offers a 12-night Scotland intensive cruise. What better place to sample scotch than at sea? Azamara Cruises offers a 12-night Scotland-intensive cruise departing June 19 from Southampton and arriving in Dublin on July 1. Along the way, visit the 200-year-old Glen Garrioch Distillery in Aberdeen for a close-up look at whisky-making traditions (tasting included) in the Scottish countryside. It's a rare opportunity for dad to visit some of Scotland's lesser-known ports and circumnavigate some of the UK's finest coastal cities. The Commons Club bar is inside the Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, with distilled elixirs on the menu. The Scotch Whisky Experience is a four-minute walk from the hotel. Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, the Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is housed in five separate historic buildings. Book the Castle View King Suite, where dad can open his drapes to glimpse the historic Edinburgh Castle. To whet your whistle for scotch, visit the Commons Club bar and restaurant, where a locally distilled concoction is always on the menu. Better still, visit the Scotch Whisky Experience (a four-minute walk from the hotel) for an award-winning tour, tasting, history lesson, and/or bite to eat. For hardcore scotch connoisseurs, the 90-minute platinum tour includes a tutored nosing and tasting of four single malts and one blended malt Scotch whisky. Loch Lomond Manor is one of a curated selection of luxury villas and manor homes in Scotland for Scotch adventures. On the outskirts of Glasgow sits Loch Lomond, whose shiny waters reflect the rugged, lush hills of the surrounding national park. Book a stay at Loch Lomond Manor via Oliver's Travels, a historic estate that puts dad (and up to nine of his pals) in touch with pastoral luxury living. The home is filled with original artworks, tapestries, and period features that capture the spirit of the early 20th century. Stocking up on scotch? The manor is a short drive from several nearby distilleries and offers easy access to tastings, scenic walks, and Highlands day trips. Grand suite in the Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort, Glasgow after a £20 million renovation to the heritage 5-star hotel. Photo credit: Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort Set on 240 acres on the banks of the River Clyde, Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort re-opened in May following a thorough $27 million renovation. Upgrades touched every area of the property, including the three Grand Suites, which come with either a grand piano or pool table. Unwind on a cozy blue couch in Sláinte, Mar Hall's signature cocktail bar, with a selection of Scotch from the menu (such as the Clydebuilt Sailmaker Blended Malt, from the Ardgowan Distillery near Inverkip on the West Coast). The tastefully reimagined old-world estate will tempt dad to stay indoors, while the golf course abutting the river will satisfy any craving to hit the links in the ancestral birthplace of golf. The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. The Arizona desert is far from Scotland in climate and in spirit, making it an unlikely home to one of the finest combinations of scotch and golfing in the U.S. The Scotch Library, located at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, features more than 125 single malts and 25 blends imported from all six whisky regions in Scotland: Speyside, Highland, Islay, Islands, Lowland, and Campbeltown. In all, the collection represents nearly half of the Scotland distilleries, ranging in age from 10 to 40 years. Every Friday at 6 p.m., the Resort hosts 'An Evening of Scotches,' a tasting event featuring three selections of scotch. Adding to its unique charm, the resort features live bagpipe music at sunset every Friday and Saturday, a tribute to Scottish golf traditions and a memorable way to end the day. The beautiful Stanley Hotel is located 10.4 miles from the Rocky Mountain National Park. The grand, upscale hotel dates back to 1909. Although the Stanley Hotel is best known as the inspiration behind Stephen King's The Shining, it also has plenty to attract whiskey lovers. Its Whiskey Bar claims to have the largest selection of bourbon, scotch, and whisky-based spirits in the state. In addition to serving the spirits neat or in cocktails, the bar offers whiskey-tasting sessions for guests. Flanked by the jagged skyline of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Stanley has something for every traveler. Besides the historic hotel, accommodations include the boutique-style Lodge, modern apartment-style rooms (Aspire) and The Residences, fully equipped 1- to 3-bedroom condominium dwellings.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The challenges facing Rémy Cointreau's new CEO
In under three weeks, former Shiseido and Chanel executive Franck Marilly will take the hot seat at Rémy Cointreau, joining a business where sales and profits have tumbled over the last 12 months. Marilly is also taking the helm at a spirits group where Cognac, a category under significant pressure in recent quarters, accounts for around 70% of sales. It's clear the new Rémy Cointreau CEO will have plenty in his in-tray and, while market watchers have a number of questions about the company's near-term prospects, there are, it's argued, some fundamental questions about the make-up of the business. The group's last financial year, which ran until the end of March, was another tough period for the Rémy Martin Cognac maker. Net profit decreased 34.4% to €121.2m ($138.4m), or by 36.8% organically. Operating profit was down 27.6% at €211m. The Bruichladdich whisky owner posted an 18% decline in full-year sales to €984.6m. It was the second successive year when sales and earnings declined. Rémy Cointreau was hit by falling Cognac sales amid a struggling category in the US – one of the two biggest markets for the spirit – and pressures in China, the other principal destination. The company has sought to point to positive signs for its Cognac business in both markets. In the Americas, fourth-quarter sales 'rebounded sharply', particularly in the US. Rémy Martin, the group added, had gained market share in China despite the 'persistently challenging market conditions' in the country. Marilly will take the reins as CEO as Rémy Cointreau nears the end of the first quarter of its new financial year and the market's eyes this week were on the company's thoughts for its 2025/26 fiscal period. The Cointreau liqueur maker expects sales to return to 'mid-single-digit growth on an organic basis'. It said the recovery would be 'driven primarily by a strong technical rebound in sales to the United States' starting in the first quarter. However, in a sign of the macro uncertainty hanging over Rémy Cointreau's Cognac business, its guidance for its so-called current operating profit came with a caveat. Tensions over tariffs, not just on imports to the US but on EU brandy shipments to China, meant Rémy Cointreau's projection for current operating profit was for growth 'in the high single-digit to low double-digit range' – but 'excluding any increase in customs duties in China and the United States'. At the moment, the company's 'worst-case scenario' is for the potential increase in tariffs to amount to €100m gross. This embedded content is not available in your region. Alongside the publication of Rémy Cointreau's full-year profits yesterday, the company became the latest major distiller to withdraw mid-term guidance. The group pulled its objectives for 2030 – drawn up a decade ago – pointing to 'the continued lack of macroeconomic visibility', tensions over tariffs and uncertainty over when the US market would recover. In February, Diageo pulled its medium-term guidance, citing 'macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty'. The same month, Pernod Ricard cut its sales forecasts, saying 'intense geopolitical uncertainties' were hitting the spirits sector. Analysts expected the withdrawal of Rémy Cointreau's guidance and more attention is on the near-term prospects of the company's Cognac portfolio in the US and China and, more broadly, how tariffs could impact the business. 'Management provided a more nuanced view of US depletions, confirming that while volumes remain mid-single-digit negative, the trend is improving sequentially. Notably, VSOP depletions are nearing flat, supported by tactical pricing actions and smaller formats,' Barclays analyst Laurence Whyatt wrote in a note to clients. He added, however, that outgoing CEO Eric Vallat has 'cautioned that it is still too early to declare a full sell-out recovery'. Across the Pacific in China, market conditions for Cognac are challenging for all brands, even if Rémy Cointreau has been able to eke out some market share gains for part of its portfolio, though, as Bernstein's Trevor Stirling says, it's unclear whether that progress has been achieved across the range. 'The Chinese market remains very weak with no near-term upside visible,' Bernstein said yesterday. 'However, Rémy has been consistently gaining share in XO, VSOP and e-commerce, though there was no mention of Louis XIII.' Reflecting on a post-results call between Rémy Cointreau and analysts, Whyatt said the company's management believes it can use the expected improvement in sales to bolster its position against any changes in tariffs. 'It clarified that the assumed €65m net tariff impact could be mitigated more aggressively than previously guided,' Whyatt said. 'Management now believes mitigation could reach 50–60% – up from the 35% initially communicated – if top-line momentum improves. This would reduce the net impact on current operating profit to €25–30m, suggesting a less severe downside scenario than originally feared.' It all adds to the impression that Marilly is walking into a pretty tough job. There are attributes of Rémy Cointreau's business that provide grounds for optimism. Its Cognac portfolio has a more premium bent that a few years ago, while its Liqueurs & Spirits – home to brands like Bruichladdich, Cointreau and The Botanist gin – has seen its organic sales jump by more than a third over the last five years (even if they fell by 9% in 2024/25). However, perhaps Marilly's fundamental task is to make Rémy Cointreau a broader business, one less reliant on Cognac. 'His big challenge is to further de-risk the company, diversify away from Cognac and diversify away from the US and China. Rémy Cointreau is just too dependent on those two countries and on the Cognac category,' one analyst who wished to remain anonymous said. That, of course, will take time – and require the company to be active in the M&A market. Last year, Rémy Cointreau set out plans to find €50m in costs during the fiscal period. Rémy Cointreau said yesterday it had extracted €85m over the last 12 months – and €230m over the last two years. It described more than half over those cuts as 'structural savings'. The group's net debt to EBITDA ratio stands at 2.4 times, providing, the unnamed analyst suggests some room for manoeuvre. 'The balance sheet is not too stretched and doesn't allow for massive acquisitions but there's ways around that if needed,' they said. 'It is important to make a clear step towards a more diversified structure from a category perspective and geographically.' Elsewhere in spirits, the likes of Diageo, Pernod Ricard and Campari have either sold assets in recent months, or have signalled more will follow. Those brands, however, have tended to be away from the more upmarket products Rémy Cointreau has tended to reach for in the past. The conundrum for the new Rémy Cointreau CEO will be finding the right kind of 'premium' asset, which more often than not are either small – so may not immediately help in any attempts to diversify – or be pricey. 'It has to do something with what they call terroir, preferably, with ageing, with a good story behind it,' the analyst says. 'That could be in Tequila, that could be in whisk(e)y, where I also would see probably the best fit with the company, probably the best growth opportunities. 'It would make sense to some extent, to make perhaps a little bit of a bolder move, because if you buy smaller brands, it's going to take a long time before you actually shift the balance a bit towards less Cognac. I know there's probably less opportunities when you think about bolder moves but it's definitely something that I think the board should consider.' "The challenges facing Rémy Cointreau's new CEO" was originally created and published by Just Drinks, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rémy Cointreau latest spirits major to ease back on forecasts
Rémy Cointreau has become the latest major distiller to withdraw mid-term guidance. The French spirits group today (4 June) pulled its objectives for 2030 – drawn up a decade ago. The Rémy Martin Cognac maker pointed to 'the continued lack of macroeconomic visibility', tensions over tariffs and uncertainty over when the US market would recover. Rémy Cointreau also cited the appointment of its new CEO, a move announced last week. The Bruichladdich whisky maker said Franck Marilly 'will establish his own strategic roadmap while remaining aligned with the value strategy implemented by the group for decades'. He joins later this month. Analysts expected the withdrawal the guidance, which came alongside the publication of Rémy Cointreau's annual financial results. In February, Diageo pulled its medium-term guidance, citing 'macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty'. The same month, Pernod Ricard cut its sales forecasts, saying 'intense geopolitical uncertainties' were hitting the spirits sector. Rémy Cointreau published its full-year sales at the end of April but today's announcement covered the group's profits. So-called current operating profit fell 28.7% to €217m ($247.8m) and by 30.5% on an organic basis. The group share of net profit decreased 34.4% to €121.2m, or by 36.8% organically. In April, the Cointreau liqueur maker posted an 18% decline in full-year sales on an organic basis to €984.6m. Last year, the group set out plans to find €50m in costs during the fiscal period. It said today it had extracted €85m. For Rémy Cointreau's new 2025-26 financial year, the company expects sales to return to 'mid-single-digit growth on an organic basis'. The company said the recovery would be 'driven primarily by a strong technical rebound in sales to the United States' starting in the first quarter. In a sign of the uncertainty about tariffs, not just on imports to the US but on EU brandy shipments to China, Rémy Cointreau's guidance for current operating profit was for growth 'in the high single-digit to low double-digit range' – but 'excluding any increase in customs duties in China and the United States'. At the moment, the company's 'worst-case scenario' is for the potential increase in tariffs to amount to €100m gross. Rémy Cointreau's share price, down by more than 42% in the last 12 months, was up 5.12% at €49.32 today at 17:00 CEST. "Rémy Cointreau latest spirits major to ease back on forecasts" was originally created and published by Just Drinks, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Daily Record
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Iconic distillery on Scotland's whisky island featured in BBC global film series
The Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay has been chosen as the only spirits producer featured in a global film series by B Lab Global and BBC StoryWorks A pioneering distillery on Scotland's whisky island is earning international recognition for its green credentials, becoming the only spirits producer featured in a new global film series celebrating purpose-driven businesses. Bruichladdich Distillery, located on the windswept shores of Islay, has been chosen to appear in a new series by B Lab Global and BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions. The film spotlights select certified B Corporations from around the world that are reshaping business success by prioritising environmental and social impact. Founded in 1881 and revived in 2001, Bruichladdich was the first Scotch whisky distiller to achieve B Corp certification in 2020 and was re-certified in 2023 with an improved B Impact Score of 100.7, making it one of the highest-scoring spirits producers in the world. The seven-minute film, which debuts this month to audiences outside the UK, offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at life at the distillery, which also produces gin. From Victorian-era stills and scenic coastlines to its work with local farmers and foragers, the film paints a vivid picture of how Bruichladdich is addressing global challenges from its remote island home. Filming captured everything from croft land and rugged landscapes to the distillery's Botanist Gin foraging programme, where 22 native botanicals including wild mint and meadowsweet are hand-picked by island-based forager Kate Hannett – the head distiller's sister – in a bid to preserve biodiversity. Head distiller Adam Hannett, who was born and raised on Islay and serves as the film's central voice, said the distillery's location carries both a 'privilege and a responsibility.' 'Our location is both a privilege and a responsibility. We've always believed we could make exceptional whisky while protecting our environment, supporting our community, and being open about the challenges that come with that,' he said. The film delves into the distillery's commitment to regenerative agriculture, with more than half of its barley for 2024 and 2025 grown on the island. Bruichladdich is expanding this through long-term partnerships with local farmers, including Andrew Jones of Coull Farm. Jones, who also appears in the film, grows rye for the distillery using chemical-free methods that help improve soil health and carbon retention. The rye was first used in Bruichladdich's limited-edition bottle, The Regeneration Project. 'Farming here isn't easy – the climate, the terrain, the remoteness – but working with Bruichladdich has opened up new possibilities. It's farming that gives back to the land, not just takes from it,' Jones said. 'Rye restores nutrients in the ground that the barley removes. Every crop of barley that goes in after has consistently been the best crop of barley on the farm. It's the essence of regenerative farming,' he added. Bruichladdich now employs over 100 people, many of whom are islanders, and has introduced policies including a real living wage, living hours, caregiver support, and cost-of-living allowances for local staff. Chief executive Douglas Taylor sees the film as a chance to show that even small, remote businesses can lead major change. 'This film provides a platform to share our story on the global stage,' he said. 'We don't do things because they're the cheapest, easiest, or most efficient way to operate, but because they're the right way, and produce the best spirits. 'Since reopening our Hebridean site in 2001, we have set out to prove that a whisky business could be about more than what's in the bottle. "Focusing on our raw ingredients, making informed environmental choices, and putting Islay at the heart of our decision making has been imperative over the years, and we remain passionate about connecting land, community and dram today.' The distillery has already reduced the carbon footprint of its Classic Laddie bottle packaging by 65 per cent and uses renewable heating oil while recycling waste heat from production. It has also pledged to eliminate fossil fuels from its distillation process by 2030, 15 years ahead of Scotland's net zero target. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Earlier this year, Bruichladdich was named a finalist for B Corp of the Year at the 2025 British Business Awards. For head distiller Hannett, the global recognition is about more than whisky, it's about honouring heritage and community. 'We're doing things that nobody in the history of whisky making on Islay has done before – that's a privilege. Coming from the island and to be involved in its heritage, that's a really nice moment,' he said. 'This film is a moment for the whole island. It showcases Islay's farming, foraging and distilling traditions, that are all so deeply interconnected. Being able to tell that story on a global stage is incredibly powerful.'
Scotsman
20-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Hebridean whisky and gin distillery to play starring role in BBC global film series
'We're doing things that nobody in the history of whisky making on Islay has done before - that's a privilege' – Adam Hannett, head distiller Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A remote Hebridean whisky and gin distillery's efforts to go green have been rewarded after it was selected as the only spirits producer to appear in a new global film series. Islay-based Bruichladdich Distillery is one of a select group of certified B Corporations to feature in the series presented by B Lab Global and produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions. The films explore how businesses around the world are redefining success to include positive environmental and social impact. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Bruichladdich, which is already known for its pioneering sustainability efforts and commitment to the local community, was selected as the only spirits producer to appear in the series. Founded in 1881 and revived in 2001, Bruichladdich Distillery achieved B Corp certification in 2020. The seven-minute film, which will be available to audiences outside the UK and debuts this month, provides a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into life at the distillery - from its Victorian-era stills to its partnerships with Islay farmers and foragers - and highlights how the venture is tackling global challenges from its small island base. Founded in 1881 and revived in 2001, Bruichladdich became the first Scotch whisky distiller to achieve B Corp certification in 2020, joining a global movement of businesses committed to high standards of transparency, accountability and sustainability. The distillery was re-certified in 2023 with an improved B Impact Score of 100.7, placing it among the highest-scoring spirits producers globally. Bruichladdich's head distiller, Adam Hannett, who was born and raised on Islay, and is the focus of the new film, said: 'Our location is both a privilege and a responsibility. We've always believed we could make exceptional whisky while protecting our environment, supporting our community, and being open about the challenges that come with that.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad One of the central themes of the new film is the distillery's focus on regenerative agriculture. More than half of the barley used in its whisky production during 2024/25 was grown on the island - a figure the business is working to increase through long-term partnerships with local farmers. Adam Hannett is the head distiller at Bruichladdich, on the island of Islay. Among them is Andrew Jones, of Coull Farm, who also appears in the film. The long-standing farming partner grows rye for the distillery, which was first bottled as limited-edition The Regeneration Project, with the crop grown using chemical-free methods that are aimed at improving soil health and carbon retention. Jones said: 'Farming here isn't easy - the climate, the terrain, the remoteness - but working with Bruichladdich has opened up new possibilities. It's farming that gives back to the land, not just takes from it. 'Rye restores nutrients in the ground that the barley removes. Every crop of barley that goes in after has consistently been the best crop of barley on the farm. It's the essence of regenerative farming,' he added. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With a workforce of more than 100 people - many of them islanders - Bruichladdich has implemented a real living wage and living hours policy, alongside care-giver support and cost-of-living allowances for local employees. Exterior of Islay-based Bruichladdich Distillery. Picture: Anton Suckdorff Photography Chief executive Douglas Taylor said the film was an opportunity to show the world that small businesses can have a big impact and drive positive, substantial change. 'This film provides a platform to share our story on the global stage,' he said. 'We don't do things because they're the cheapest, easiest, or most efficient way to operate, but because they're the right way, and produce the best spirits. 'Since reopening our Hebridean site in 2001, we have set out to prove that a whisky business could be about more than what's in the bottle. Focusing on our raw ingredients, making informed environmental choices, and putting Islay at the heart of our decision making has been imperative over the years, and we remain passionate about connecting land, community and dram today.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Filming took place across the island, capturing its rugged coastline, croft land and the distillery itself. The film also features scenes from The Botanist Gin foraging programme, with island-based forager Kate Hannett, Bruichladdich head distiller's sister, hand-picking the 22 Islay native botanicals including meadowsweet and wild mint that go into the spirit while preserving local biodiversity. The film series is presented by B Lab Global and produced by BBC StoryWorks, the commercial content division of BBC Studios. It aims to highlight how B Corps around the world are challenging the traditional 'profit-only' model by integrating environmental and social purpose into their core operations. Earlier this year, Bruichladdich Distillery was named a finalist for B Corp of the Year at the 2025 British Business Awards. The business has pledged to eliminate fossil fuels from its distillation process by 2030 - 15 years ahead of Scotland's current net zero target. It already uses a renewable heating oil and recycles waste heat from production. The firm's Classic Laddie bottle has reduced its packaging carbon footprint by 65 per cent. Sustainable The distillery's inclusion in the B Lab series shines a spotlight on sustainable practice within the traditionally conservative whisky sector. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Head distiller Hannett added: 'We're doing things that nobody in the history of whisky making on Islay has done before - that's a privilege. Coming from the island and to be involved in its heritage, that's a really nice moment. 'This film is a moment for the whole island. It showcases Islay's farming, foraging and distilling traditions, that are all so deeply interconnected. Being able to tell that story on a global stage is incredibly powerful.'
