Congratulations! Three in a Row for The Whisky Exchange

The Whisky Exchange has scooped Independent Spirit Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Glengoyne, for the third time in a row at The Drinks Retailing Awards 2011.

Congratulations!

The Dorchester Hotel was the venue for the ceremony held on the 1 February. The awards recognise the most outstanding retailers in the take-home drinks market. The event was hosted by TV presenter and wine expert Olly Smith and this years event marks 10 years of the prestigious awards, known in the industry to have one of the most rigorous and thorough judging processes in the business. So they know their stuff!

Sukhinder Singh of The Whisky Exchange said of the Award: “It is a real honour and true testament to the dedication and skill of the whole team to be awarded this prestigious title for the third year in a row. It is fantastic that great brands like Glengoyne are supporting independent retailers as they are a much loved by whisky enthusiasts.”

Neil Boyd of Glengoyne said: “Independents and specialists have a vital role to play in today’s marketplace which is why we chose to sponsor this important category. We were very impressed with the quality of the entrants and would like to congratulate The Whisky Exchange on a great hat-trick of awards.”

Glengoyne is one of the leading premium malt whiskies in the world and has been distilled at Glengoyne distillery since 1833. The Glengoyne is available in 10 Years Old, 12 Years Old, 12 Years Old Cask Strength, 17 Years Old , 21 Years Old and Vintage 1972 as well as other limited edition special bottlings.

But what’s different about Glengoyne Highland Single Malt is that it is distilled slower than any other Scotch whisky. Its high quality and smooth taste is attributed to this slow distillation, which is about one third the normal rate.

Drinks Retailing Awards 2011