Distil PLC Ardgowan appoints Whisky Stalwart as Chairman
22 January 2024 - 8:00PM
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Distil PLC
22 January 2024
Distil PLC
Ardgowan Distillery Company appoints Whisky Stalwart as
Chairman
Distil plc (AIM:DIS), owner of premium drinks brands RedLeg
Spiced Rum, Blackwoods Gin and Vodka, TRØVE Botanical Vodka and
Blavod Black Vodka, is pleased to note that Ardgowan Distillery
Company Limited ("Ardgowan") has appointed Whisky industry
stalwart, Paul Currie, as Chairman in anticipation of its GBP20
million 'cathedral of whisky' becoming operational at the end of
2024.
With 30 years' experience founding successful independent
distilleries including the Isle of Arran Distillers and The Lakes
Distillery, Paul Currie brings an extensive understanding of the
whisky industry to state of the art, net-zero designed Ardgowan
distillery.
Paul joins a team of notable industry names currently backing
the distillery including ex-Macallan Master of Wood, Stuart
Macpherson and Master Whisky Maker, Max McFarlane, previous Lead
Whisky Maker at Edrington with over 40 years industry
experience.
His appointment comes in tandem with the recent appointment of
Sales and Marketing Director, David Keir, a Founding Director of
The GlenAllachie Distillers Company with over 25 years industry
experience.
Speaking on his appointment, Paul commented :
"There has been great change in the malt whisky industry over
the last 30 years, as many new independent distilleries have
opened. I have been fortunate to have been involved as co-founder
of two of these, Isle of Arran and The Lakes, both of which
continue to grow and prosper.
"A new wave of distilleries are now opening both in Scotland and
in the rest of the world and Ardgowan Distillery is set to be at
the forefront of these, with a terrific location, innovative ideas,
and an outstanding team.
"From the cutting-edge technologies helping the distillery reach
its sustainability goals to the commitment to quality made through
Ardgowan's investment in its unique Infinity casks, everything to
date has been planned to the highest standard.
"With construction now underway on site, it is a pivotal time to
be joining the team. I am particularly looking forward to
supporting the development of the Clan Ardgowan programme which
allows whisky lovers from all over the world to become part of
Ardgowan Distillery's journey. I am also enthusiastic about
bringing my knowledge and experience to the team to help Ardgowan
to become a leading single malt brand."
Ardgowan Distillery Chief Executive, Martin McAdam, added:
"As a start-up distillery it is so important for us to be able
to attract great people. With Paul's experiences from both Isle of
Arran and The Lakes Distillery, he is someone who has built
distillery businesses from the ground-up it is a real pleasure to
bring him on board as our Chairman."
Distil Executive Chairman, Don Goulding, said:
"We congratulate Paul and the whole Ardgowan team on this
appointment. Paul has fantastic experience in the industry, and
we're sure that he will add a huge amount of value to the business
in his new role. We look forward to working with him closely as our
partnership develops."
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