Royal Salute, the master of exceptionally aged Scotch whisky, has expanded its Fashion Collection, partnering for the second year with acclaimed British fashion designer and long-standing brand collaborator Richard Quinn. The all-new limited edition, Royal Salute 21 Year Old Richard Quinn Edition II, perfectly marries cutting-edge fashion and fine Scotch whisky, making it a true collectible.
During an experimental blending session in the Royal Salute Strathisla Distillery back in 2021, British print and fashion designer Richard Quinn and Royal Salute’s master blender Sandy Hyslop hand-selected a range of the finest Scotch whiskies from Braeval, Strathisla and Caperdonich distilleries, and together, they crafted the exceptional 21 Year Old blend – a rich, fruity whisky with hints of spice and soft smoke. Balanced and opulent with a remarkable depth of flavour and a lingering finish, the special blend is a reflection of Richard’s personal palate.
A NEW CHAPTER
In 2023, the duo joined forces once more, catapulting the collaboration to new, creative heights with the launch of the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Richard Quinn Edition II. Through meticulous testing and creative development, the pair has created an exceptional new Scotch with a twist, which brings out depth and maturity, and reflects the growing relationship between Royal Salute and the acclaimed designer.
The Royal Salute 21 Year Old Richard Quinn Edition II marries the finest hand-selected Scotch whiskies, including some from Braeval, Strathisla and Caperdonich, and all matured for a minimum of 21 years, resulting in a bespoke blend with rich fruity notes, elevated with hints of spice and gentle smoky characteristics, making it wonderfully balanced and opulent.
THREE STRIKING BOTTLE DESIGNS
The exclusive blend is housed in Royal Salute’s signature flagon, which has been adorned with three striking designs by Richard Quinn, each showcasing his characteristic bold style and love of colliding patterns. One of the designs is iconically Richard Quinn as it depicts a print reflective of some of his most famous work with rose petals and white polka dots against a black backdrop – in this case, orange roses that contrast beautifully against the black background with white polka dots. This design will be the only one available in Malaysia.
The other bottle designs include a striking white daisy against a forest green background as well as one that is available exclusively in Global Travel Retail, sporting a floral pattern that uses vibrant purple, yellow and green shades against a pristine white background.
Speaking of his ongoing collaboration with Royal Salute, the award-winning designer said, “Spending time with Sandy Hyslop at Strathisla Distillery was a stand-out highlight for me and the creative journey we’ve been on together has been incredible. We both brought a really clear vision to the table, and seeing these collide, merge and build into the finished edition was a thrill to be a part of. Extending the collaboration with Royal Salute was a no-brainer for me, and I love the idea that our collaborative effort will find its way into the hands of appreciators of craft across the world.”
“I get inspired and motivated by someone who has something new to say, who brings a new perspective, or pushes boundaries to create something new and Sandy Hyslop does this in incredible fashion when it comes to crafting outstanding Scotch.”
– Richard Quinn, fashion and print designer
* Released in time for the festive season in December 2023, the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Richard Quinn Edition II is available at selected luxury retailers nationwide and on the Pernod Ricard Official Lazada Store.
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