* Two iconic British brands unite craftsmanship, innovation and heritage in an exceptional limited-edition single malt Scotch whisky
* The Glenfiddich 28 Years Old will be available from January 2027, exclusively across the USA and in leading global travel retail outlets.
Dufftown, UK: Aston Martin and Glenfiddich present Glenfiddich 28 Years Old, a limited edition single malt born from two iconic brands united in a relentless pursuit of excellence. Driven by a shared philosophy that the finest masterpieces are forever evolving, Aston Martin and Glenfiddich have spent decades refining their products, continually pushing the boundaries of their craft.
At Glenfiddich, this philosophy of perpetual progress is embodied by Malt Master Brian Kinsman, whose enduring curiosity continues to evolve the art of whisky making. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation and craftsmanship, he explores new techniques, cask influencers and possibilities that enable Glenfiddich to evolve while preserving the distinctive character that has defined the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky*. The same relentless pursuit of innovation has long defined Aston Martin and continues to shape its future, where each new generation of sports car is guided by a tradition of beauty, performance and innovation. Rooted in over a century of craftsmanship yet always looking forward, Aston Martin continually reimagines the future of luxury high-performance motoring, shaping a new era of performance, innovation and ultra-luxury.
Rich, intense and layered, Glenfiddich 28 Years Old showcases Brian Kinsman’s mastery of cask influence, bringing together highly active casks to create complexity while retaining Glenfiddich’s unmistakable character.
The 28 Years Old is crafted through a carefully considered marriage of American and European oak, with a distinctive influence of virgin American oak. At its heart is whisky matured in American oak before a secondary maturation in virgin oak, bringing deep spice and vanilla sweetness. This is layered with spirit from European oak Oloroso sherry-seasoned hogsheads, adding texture, depth and a rich sherried character, while traditional ex-bourbon casks bring Glenfiddich’s signature vibrant orchard fruit notes to the final marriage. Together, these distinct cask influences create an expression of remarkable depth and intensity, with each layer revealing a different dimension of the whisky.
Decades of maturation lend rarity and distinction to this limited release, defined by patience, craftsmanship and an unwavering drive for excellence. In the late 1990’s, when the spirit was laid into casks, Aston Martin was entering a pivotal chapter of its own, with the concept car – Project Vantage – destined to form the basis of the company’s flagship model, the Aston Martin Vanquish and the V12-powered DB7 Vantage heralding a new era of high-performance motoring.
The spirit’s sense of motion is reflected in the intricate design of the unique packaging, which was developed in collaboration with Aston Martin’s design team. Drawing inspiration from the dynamic performance of every Aston Martin, flowing forms appear to move seamlessly across the surface of the box, creating a sense of depth and momentum. Layered detailing and a striking use of light echo the whisky’s complex maturation journey, while bringing Aston Martin’s unmistakable design language together with Glenfiddich’s distinctive identity.
Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich Malt Master, commented: ‘For Glenfiddich 28 Years Old, I wanted to bring Glenfiddich and Aston Martin’s philosophy of perpetual motion to life. Working with highly active casks gave me the opportunity to explore how different layers of oak influence could come together, while preserving the vibrant fruit notes synonymous with Glenfiddich. Drawing on my understanding of Aston Martin’s character and design ethos, the result is a single malt that reflects our shared pursuit of refinement, while remaining unmistakably rooted in Glenfiddich’s 139-year legacy of whisky making and the expertise passed down through generations of Malt Masters.’
Stefano Saporetti, Director of Brand Diversification for Aston Martin added: ‘This special edition celebrates the values that unite Aston Martin and Glenfiddich: craftsmanship, creativity and continual refinement. The result is a beautifully crafted collector’s piece that reflects the heritage, ambition and enduring character of both brands.’
Podium Green, bold copper finishes and Glenfiddich’s iconic stag unite the two brands across the limited-edition pack, creating a considered expression of the partnership. The result is a design that reflects the character of the whisky within: layered, dynamic and never static.
The Glenfiddich 28 Years Old goes on sale from January 2027 and will be available in the United States of America and across leading global airport outlets.
Aston Martin and Glenfiddich are committed to responsible drinking and always advocate that no one should drink and drive.
