Arran special Robert Burns malt whisky launched

Friday, 10 October 2008

Whisky producer Isle of Arran Distillers is releasing a limited edition bottling of its single malt to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns, which takes place on 25 January 2009.

The 250th anniversary edition of the Robert Burns Malt has an rrp of £49.99, and is targeted at the independent retailer and on-trade. Isle of Arran Distillers also produces the Robert Burns blend and malt, which have rrps of £14.99 and £23.99 respectively.

Managing director Euan Mitchell said: "With 2009 set to be such a significant anniversary for Burns Night, there will be strong opportunities for retailers and on-trade establishments to up-sell on their normal blends and malts to whisky connoisseurs, collectors and those who enjoy celebrating Burns Night with a dram of something really special."

Fifteen ex-sherry casks were selected from the 1998 distillation by distillery manager James MacTaggart to produce 6,000 bottles of Robert Burns 250th Anniversary Malt, 1,800 of which will be distributed in the UK.

Arran is the only whisky distiller entitled to use the name of the Scottish bard (the bottling has been officially endorsed by the World.

Burns Federation, the organisation which promotes and protects the legacy of Robert Burns), and the label features the image and signature of Burns on the label and accompanying gift box.

Isle of Arran whiskies are available from Malcolm Cowen: 020 8965 1937 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mike Dennis