In true maverick spirit, Glenfiddich, the World’s Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch Whisky pushes the status quo, elevating ordinary celebration moments to extraordinary ones with the launch of its newest range, the Glenfiddich Grand Series. Each imbued with intriguing and indulgent finishes, the Gran Reserva, Grand Cru, and Grande Couronne are a beautifully disruptive series of single malts that oozes opulence and are designed to elevate occasions and celebratory moments in a whole new way. An unexpected marriage of luxury and tradition, the Grand Series is the embodiment of elevated luxury and opulence, and promises pleasure with every sip, to elevate your most special occasions.
Grand Occasions Deserve Grand Celebrations
- Gran Reserva: Raised in Scotland. Roused by the Caribbean
Adding an indulgent finishing touch to any moment, the Gran Reserva transforms the uncommon into the unequaled. Every occasion deserves a celebration – a toast to personal triumphs in barefoot luxurious fashion and savoring the very best of Scotland and the Caribbean with a golden hour in a bottle. Mellowed for 21 years in meticulously selected American and European oak casks and finished for six months in Caribbean Rum casks, the liquid builds to a crescendo of sweet toffee and spicy exotic warmth. Encased in a vibrant, deep amber packaging and reminiscent of the warm hues of beach sunsets complete with Caribbean-inspired illustrations, the Gran Reserva is a blend of tradition and rebellion.
- Grand Cru: The finest flavors from Scotland and France fused through the art of experimentation
The Grand Cru is as far from ordinary as whiskies come. Daring and unexpected, this is an expression that redefines moments of celebration with true luxury and elegance. Matured for 23 years in hand-selected oak casks, the exceptional liquid is finished in rare French cuvée casks for six months – the first and only Glenfiddich expression to be finished in such casks. Corked in a bottle of black glass embellished with gold foil, its lavish exterior offers hints of the indulgence that awaits. A true testament of craftsmanship, this masterpiece of whisky-making exudes elegance on the nose while bringing sophisticated richness to the palate; an impeccable accessory for any social event of the season.
- Grande Couronne: The crowning glory to your celebrations.
The crowning glory of any occasion and the epitome of true opulence is the Grande Couronne. Its very name, meaning crown in French, seals the promise of the pleasure to come; the pinnacle of the night’s revelry. Setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration, this rich and regal whisky is aged for 26 years before receiving an extended finish of up to two years in rare French cognac casks, painstakingly sourced in limited quantities. Unveiling exquisite layers of sweet toasted oak and velvety aromas, the Grande Couronne is the piece de resistance of the Glenfiddich Grand Series. Secured with a 26-sided gold closure and adorned with gold filigree, each bottle holds the key to unparalleled magnificence, nestled in beautiful packaging embellished with fresco artwork. Designed to impress on the most important of occasions, the Grande Couronne is single malt ascended.
“At Glenfiddich, we believe that grand occasions deserve grand celebrations. Combining a time-honored vision with the maverick spirit and determination to blaze new trails, the Glenfiddich Grand Series is a celebration of the extraordinary. From unexpected cask finishes of Caribbean rum to French cuvée and cognac casks, the Grand Series showcases our ability to experiment with aged liquid and intriguing finishes — bringing together luxury and traditional worlds in an unexpected marriage and elevating the ordinary. occasions to offer a true taste of opulence,” shared Regional Malts Brand Ambassador (Southeast Asia) for Glenfiddich, Jyri Pylkkänen.
A Grand Occasion Deserving of the Unveiling of Grand Series
The Grand Series was showcased at The Glenfiddich Grand Gala, an immersive whisky pairing dinner where guests embarked on a sensorial journey to unveil the sensibilities of the three expressions through sight, sound, and taste.
The Grand Series were each revealed against a showcase unique to the expressions’ own representation of luxury:
- The Gran Reserva, an indulgent finishing touch to any celebration occasion — was presented in a lush and exotic, but laid-back luxurious setting.
- The Grand Cru was unveiled in a sparkling scene dripping in black and gold to suggest that this exceptional expression will elevate any iconic celebrations without exception.
- The epitome of French opulence, the Grande Couronne debuted in stately and filigreed surroundings to imply that the expression most certainly will be the pinnacle of any formal revelry.
Bringing to life the grandeur of the three distinct expressions, a three-course tasting and pairing dinner along with musical accompaniment was developed to complement each of the expressions.
Grand Pairings for Grand Expressions
Enhance each celebration further with food pairing suggestions for each of the expressions of the Glenfiddich Grand Series. These suggested pairings will help to not only elevate the experience but also explore new dimensions of flavors.
Indulge in the rich, complex flavors of Glenfiddich’s Gran Reserva with a specially suggested food pairing. The smooth, tropical notes of the Grand Reserva perfectly complement the creamy flavors of dishes such as Butter Chicken, Crème Brulé, and Panna Cotta.
Glenfiddich’s Grand Cru, a luxurious expression deserves an equally exquisite pairing. The rich, velvety texture, vanilla oak, and vibrant fruit notes of the Grand Cru are beautifully complemented by the delicate and subtle flavors of seafood dishes like lobster ravioli, sashimi, or even a pear sorbet.
Momentous meals celebrated with the Grande Couronne will best be enjoyed and elegantly complemented by the succulent flavors of red meat like venison, duck, wagyu, and even dark chocolate to bring out the Grande Couronne’s rich, robust indulgently sweet, and velvety smooth notes.
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Welcoming Jyri Pylkkänen as New Regional Malts Brand Ambassador for Southeast Asia
The Glenfiddich Grand Gala was made extra special as it was led by the newly appointed Regional Malts Brand Ambassador for Southeast Asia, Jyri Pylkkänen who flew in specially for the Glenfiddich Grand Gala event and shared his extensive knowledge and expertise on whisky with the event attendees.
Jyri’s career has been defined by his dedication to the spirits industry. During his tenure at Beverage Partners Finland Oy, he spearheaded multiple successful activations, playing a pivotal role in driving brand presence and engagement while managing high-level relationships with key influencers and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). Jyri also co-founded Son of a Punch, two award-winning cocktail bars in Helsinki, Finland, further solidifying his reputation as a creative force and industry leader.
As the Regional Malts Brand Ambassador, Jyri will play a pivotal role in cultivating advocacy and supporting continued growth for both Glenfiddich, as well as other Malts brand such as The Balvenie in Southeast Asia. “I am incredibly honored to be representing Glenfiddich as their SEA Brand Ambassador,” said Jyri Pylkkänen.
The Glenfiddich Gran Reserva, Grand Cru, and Grande Couronne will be available for purchase on selected e-commerce websites (Boozy & Boozeshop) and Solaire Whisky Bar. For more details, visit the Glenfiddich Grand Series webpage, follow @GlenfiddichWhisky and Jyri Pylkkänen at @FinnishJyrDram.
