Old Pulteney creates celebratory spirit to mark heroes’ homecoming
OLD Pulteney has unveiled a limited edition commemorative bottle to celebrate a momentous achievement in maritime endurance – the Old Pulteney Row to the Pole expedition.
On August 26, British arctic adventurer Jock Wishart and his pioneering crew made history by successfully completing a never attempted before expedition to row to the magnetic North Pole.
The four-week adventure, which was sponsored by Old Pulteney, proved to be the challenge of a lifetime as the crew braved extreme Arctic conditions to complete their 450-mile voyage.
The limited edition bottling was designed to mark the success of Jock and his team, who all enjoyed a dram of the local whisky upon reaching the pole.
Senior brand manager from Old Pulteney Margaret Mary Clarke said: “The Old Pulteney Row to the Pole expedition proved to be an unforgettable and unique experience for all involved and we are proud to have been involved in such an ambitious challenge.
“Our partnership with Jock and the expedition stems from the brand’s age-old heritage of supporting maritime adventure and we are delighted to release a commemorative bottle to mark the crew’s dedication, bravery and remarkable success.”
Only 3000 of the bottles will be available worldwide and will feature exceptional single malt selected by Malcolm Waring, manager at Pulteney Distillery.
The exclusive edition is matured in ex-American and ex-Spanish sherry casks and will retail at £19.99.
Presented in a traditional canvas sailing gift bag, the bottle’s eye-catching design features the expedition’s distinctive artwork and is endorsed with expedition leader Jock Wishart’s signature.