Brown-Forman and Dubai Duty Free underline close partnership with exclusive Glenglassaugh whisky
Brown-Forman reveals Glenglassaugh 44 Year Old Single Malt Scotch whisky
Brown-Forman has released the highly anticipated Glenglassaugh 44-Year-Old, a single malt whisky crafted exclusively crafted for Dubai Duty Free in celebration of the travel retailer’s 40th anniversary.
The limited-edition Glenglassaugh 44-Year-Old – “a testament to the longstanding partnership between Brown-Forman and Dubai Duty Free” – showcases their commitment to delivering unique, high-quality products to a global audience. The expression is part of the Serpentine Coastal Cask Collection and has matured in a Pedro Ximenez Cask for 44 years, resulting in an “extraordinary spirit”.
David Rodiek, Managing Director, VP, Global Travel Retail Brown-Forman, said, “This exclusive bottling is a sign of our trusting partnership. Our selection of super premium spirits brands coupled with our focus on quality complement Dubai Duty Free's commitment perfectly.”
Sharon Beecham, Dubai Duty Free Senior Vice President – Purchasing, added, “We are delighted for the release of this special and exclusive single malt whisky to commemorate our 40th anniversary. It’s a testament to the partnership we share with Brown-Forman in bringing travel retail exclusives and rare collector’s items, which are limited in number, to our customers.”
The first bottle of the Glenglassaugh 44-Year-Old expression was available at Dubai Duty Free at the end of December, marking the beginning of its distribution. With only 274 bottles available and the unique cask number #3059, this Dubai Duty Free Exclusive edition is expected to become a collector's item.
A sign of a trusting partnership: Glenglassaugh 44 Year Old celebrates Dubai Duty Free’s 40th anniversary
The Glenglassaugh Distillery and Glenglassaugh 44-Year-Old
Situated on the hilltop overlooking the windswept shore of Sandend Bay since 1875, the Glenglassaugh Distillery embodies a rich history shaped by land and sea. The mineral-rich spring water, coastal warehouses, and sea air contribute to the creation of a ripe, lush spirit with a majestic and tropical coastal character. The reawakening of the distillery in 2008 revealed rare whiskies laid to rest for decades, forming the basis for the Serpentine Coastal Cask Collection.
Nurtured by Master Blender Rachel Barrie, Glenglassaugh 44-Year-Old is said to offer an exceptional sensory experience, “reflecting the interplay between nature and time, and showcasing the unique coastal character of Glenglassaugh”.
On the nose there are notes of salted caramel with blackcurrant, blood orange, and blueberry pastille, combining with cherry, almond with mandarin orange balsamic. The finish is pink grapefruit, star anise and nori and the color molten bronze.
The Glenglassaugh Sandend expression, which was launched in June last year, took the top spot in Whisky Advocate’s Top 20 Whiskies of the Year and was named ‘Whisky of the Year 2023’. It is regarded as one of the most coveted global accolades in the industry.
