Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team will jointly launch the Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One™ Team 16 Year Limited Edition Release No.2 Single Malt Whisky on 21 September 2026. This marks the second year of collaboration between the two, aimed at showcasing their shared pursuit of innovation, precision, and excellence.
The Fusion of Craftsmanship and Innovation
The inspiration for this limited edition whisky comes from Glenfiddich’s Master Blender Brian Kinsman and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team’s Chief Technical Partner Adrian Newey. Both experts strive for excellence in their respective fields; Kinsman meticulously refines the whisky-making process, while Newey focuses on the aerodynamic design of racing cars. This attention to detail has become the core of their collaboration.
Brian Kinsman stated, “What fascinates me about Adrian’s work is that decisive performance often stems from those details that are not immediately visible. Behind every Aston Martin Formula One™ Team racing car are hundreds of small decisions, meticulously adjusted over and over, ultimately blending seamlessly into a whole.”
Glenfiddich 16 Year Limited Edition Release No.2 Single Malt Whisky
This whisky has an alcohol content of 43% and is matured in five different types of casks, including first-fill bourbon casks, wine casks, Oloroso sherry casks, port casks, and Fino sherry casks. The combination of these casks imparts rich fruitiness, warmth, and complexity, showcasing Glenfiddich’s signature flavour.
The whisky has an amber-gold hue, with aromas of rich stewed fruits, elegant floral top notes, and hints of almond toffee and leather. The palate is smooth and velvety, displaying a delicate balance of sweet caramelised sugar and dry oak tannins, with a long finish that leaves a lasting sweet oak aroma.
The Glenfiddich & Aston Martin Formula One™ Team 16 Year Limited Edition Release No.2 Single Malt Whisky is now available in limited quantities at selected retail channels. Product availability and pricing may vary by sales point; please check with the relevant retailers for details.