Blend Of Legends: Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One Team Unveil New Limited-Edition Single Malt

Marking the second year of partnership, today Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky*, and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team unveil a new limited-edition single malt: the Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One Team 16-Year-Old Limited-Edition Release No.2. Inspired by Glenfiddich Malt Master, Brian Kinsman, and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team Managing Technical Partner, Adrian Newey, the release is shaped by a shared belief that exceptional performance is defined not only by what can be seen, but by the invisible detail working beneath the surface.

Brian Kinsman designs a whisky that will not be ready for years; Adrian Newey shapes airflow around a car that does not yet exist. Different crafts, different materials, yet the same mindset: an instinct for what lies ahead, and a discipline built on precision, curiosity and foresight. It is this shared pursuit that sits at the heart of the collaboration — two brands committed to going beyond the expected through mastery of the unseen.

The Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One Team 16-Year-Old Limited-Edition Release No.2 is built through a precise maturation across five cask types, creating a whisky defined by layered flavor, balance and flow. Mirroring Adrian Newey’s philosophy of performance design — where every unseen element contributes to the whole — each stage of maturation is carefully composed to build depth and harmony. The result is a whisky that moves seamlessly from one layer to the next, revealing Glenfiddich’s unmistakable character in every sip.

Bringing together Glenfiddich’s signature fruit-led style with the influence of first-fill bourbon barrels, Port pipes, Oloroso sherry casks, wine casks and a final touch of Fino sherry butts, the whisky unfolds with controlled progression and complexity. Bottled at 43% Alc./Vol., sweetness, richness and structure are carefully layered, allowing each cask to add its own character while remaining in complete balance. The result is a refined and assured single malt, where silken texture, orchard fruit, and elegant oak flow together in perfect harmony.

This special release whisky celebrates the invisible craft, meticulous refinement, and human endeavor at the heart of Glenfiddich. From Brian Kinsman’s ability to select, balance, and marry whiskies from Glenfiddich’s unrivaled reserve to the generations of expertise behind every stage of maturation, this release showcases the unseen craft that transforms patience into character — capturing Glenfiddich’s enduring drive to go beyond.

Reflecting the same pursuit of excellence, the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team, led by Adrian Newey, continues to push boundaries through its AMR Technology Campus, advanced Air Tunnel facilities, and world-class engineering capability — an environment where countless unseen details come together to shape performance.

“What I find most compelling about Adrian’s work is that the defining performance often comes from what you cannot immediately see,” shared Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich Malt Master. “Behind every Aston Martin Formula One™ Team car are hundreds of small decisions, carefully refined to create a seamless whole. The same is true in whisky making. For this expression, I combined the influence of five distinct cask types, each contributing its own character, texture and depth. The art lies not in the individual components, but in bringing them together in a way that feels perfectly balanced and instinctively right. The result is a truly unique Glenfiddich expression, vibrant with fruit, layered with warmth, and brought into perfect balance.”

Since introducing single malt to the world beyond Scotland in 1961, Glenfiddich has shaped the future of the category. From its own water source, the Robbie Dhu, to its unrivaled reserves, it’s the invisible details and dedication repeated over time that create something extraordinary. In November 2024, Glenfiddich announced a multi-year partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team, bringing together two iconic brands united by heritage, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One Team 16-Year-Old Limited-Edition Release No.2 is now available nationwide with an MSRP of $79.99. For more information or where to find it locally, please visit glenfiddich.com.

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