Scotch whisky brand Glenfiddich has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One Team and will launch a unique 1959 expression in honour of the collaboration, db can reveal. Glenfiddich and Aston Martin have entered into a multi-year partnership, with Glenfiddich set to “redefine exceptional experiences” within the world of F1, “bringing whisky and motorsport fans together through unforgettable moments at the intersection of heritage and high performance”. As part of this, Glenfiddich has crafted an extraordinary whisky in celebration of Aston Martin’s debut in the world of Formula One, which took place in 1959. Unveiled today at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the ultra luxury 1959 bottling has been drawn from a rare Sherry butt, and according to Glenfiddich malt master Brian Kinsman it offers “unparalleled depth and complexity”. Pivotal moment in history “This limited edition 1959 bottling represents a pivotal moment in history – the year Aston Martin first entered Formula One and won Le Mans,” says Kinsman. “To honour this milestone, we delved deep into the Glenfiddich archives and unearthed this exceptional expression from that very year. “It is a rare whisky that embodies the essence of this partnership, capturing the spirit of innovation and excellence that both Glenfiddich and Aston Martin have upheld for decades. The bottle is a tribute to our shared legacy, connecting the past with the future in a truly remarkable way.” Visually, the whisky opens with a deep mahogany hue, hinting at its intense and complex character,
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