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Wolfcraig Quality Gin Elevating Every Pour
Wolfcraig Gin – Elevating Every Pour
Awaken the spirit with our premium distilled gin, crafted by two of the finest gin connoisseurs in Scotland.
Wolfcraig Gin is infused with 17 flourishing botanicals from the surrounding landscapes of the Wolfcraig Legend in Stirling, Scotland.
Proud winner of a Gold Medal in the Spirits Business Awards 2023.
Richard Paterson creates Wolfcraig Gin
21 June 2023 By Alice Brooker
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Richard Paterson creates Wolfcraig Gin
21 June 2023By Alice Brooker
Scotch producer Wolfcraig has ventured into the gin category with a bottling made by Richard Paterson OBE and Ian MacMillan.
Wolfcraig Gin marks the brand’s first foray into juniper-based spirits, having already debuted its first offering in May – a 30-year-old premium blended whisky.
Renowned master blenders Paterson and MacMillan created the gin, which boasts notes of juniper, orange peel, vibrant lemon and cassia, and is infused with 17 botanicals.
MacMillan said: “Our gin has been designed to impress even the most discerning gin drinkers. Whether paired traditionally with citrus fruit or part of a classic short cocktail, we are really excited about gin lovers exploring its different expressions for the first time through the summer.
“I’m known as a bit of a traditionalist and this is a true pot still distilled premium gin, created by observing the time-honoured methods – this is a unique formulation of botanicals which complement each other in a way that can only be achieved through this most authentic method.
“It was important to Richard and I that our first gin collaboration was high-quality but versatile so it could be enjoyed by everyone from seasoned gin drinkers to casual consumers.”
MacMillan has more than 40 years’ experience in the industry, and has worked with Scotch whisky brands including Bunnahabhain, Tobermory and Deanston, as well as gin brands such as Diageo’s Tanqueray and Gordon’s.
Paterson is widely known for his work with Whyte & Mackay, where he held the role of master blender since 1975.
The two spent several years developing the flavour profile, using the ‘most authentic’ method of gin creation, by combining and distilling botanicals in a copper still rather than adding them in afterwards.
Wolfcraig director Jamie Lunn said: “Anyone in the whisky world will understand what a big deal Richard and Ian bringing their decades of experience into creating their own original premium gin is.”
The gin retails for £39.95 (US$50.82) per bottle, and can be purchased from the Wolfcraig website.
Lunn continued: “There are a lot of gins in the market but we expect there to be a lot of curiosity around what two of the most respected names in the whisky world can do with their first collaboration in gin. This is just the start of Wolfcraig’s journey.
“It is exciting to have our Wolfcraig Gin as part of our original portfolio to set the bar for our products in the drinks space, and we are looking forward to receiving feedback on our juniper-led sophisticated gin as people choose Wolfcraig as their drink of choice coming into the summer months.”
Earlier this year, planning permission for the brand’s multi-million-pound Scotch whisky distillery was rejected by Stirling Council for the second time.
In January this year, Wolfcraig founding director Michael Lunn died following a short illness.
Wolfcraig Gin
£45.00
Wolfcraig Gin – Elevating Every Pour
Awaken the spirit with our premium distilled gin, crafted by two of the finest gin connoisseurs in Scotland.
With tantalizing notes of juniper, orange peel, vibrant lemon, cassia, and specially infused with botanicals from the wild landscapes of Stirling.
This spirit was crafted as an expression of quality and elegance to elevate your desired way of drinking gin. Infused with 17 flourishing botanicals, this gin’s complexity speaks to an array of wonderful flavours.
Expertly recommended to pair with a variety of delicious garnishes, including a juicy wedge of pink grapefruit, a kick of thinly sliced red chilli, the aroma of fresh mint leaves or enjoy crisply on its own with light tonic.
THE LEGEND OF WOLFCRAIG
“HERE IN AULD DAYS, THE WOLF ROAM’D IN A HOLE OF THE ROCK, IN AMBUSH LAY”
Wolfcraig Quality Gin Elevating Every Pour
Norse invaders crept through the cover of a dark wintery night, intent on ambushing a Celtic garrison.
The eerie silence was broken by one stumbling Norseman that trod on the paw of a sleeping wolf-cub, who awoke startled, and began to howl.
The raucous howling of the wolfpack filled the night’s sky and alerted the garrison to the threat.
A bloody battle ensued, which saw the Celts succeed in slaughtering the Nordic invaders.
Since then, the wolf has long been considered the “Protector of Stirling”, and the battlefield known as “Wolfcraig”.
Ambassadors
Greig Laidlaw, Global Ambassador
Scoring 714 points over his 76 test matches throughout 7 years playing for and captaining our national side, Greig Laidlaw is hugely respected for his contribution as a player, as captain and as an inspiration to the nation playing in squads at all levels. As such we are honoured to have him as our Global Ambassador.
Being Scottish has always been close to Greig’s heart. He joined Wolfcraig because he wanted to be involved in Scottish produce that was second to none, and relished the opportunity to get to know legendary Wolfcraig Master Blender Richard Paterson.
Greig is currently living and playing rugby in Japan, and is loving the new experiences that is giving him and his family. He will be instrumental in positioning Wolfcraig in the Japanese market through key industry contacts and events, and will continue to help Wolfcraig grow in the coming years.
Ryan Wilson
Another legend on the rugby field, Ryan’s stellar career as a leader and team player representing Scotland has broken the record books. He has amassed an impressive 50 caps for Scotland, over 200 appearances for the Glasgow Warriors and proudly wore the badge of Captain at the club for 5 successful years.
Ryan is a much loved voice in the rugby community through his contributions to the Rugby Pass Podcast which stirs up honest commentary and many laughs along the way. He also has a passion for Scotch Whisky which he became connected to through his Scottish grandparents and subsequently moving to Scotland 10 years ago.
