Colin Scott, Chivas Regal

WHISKY ROYALTY COLIN SCOTT

MASTER BLENDER, CHIVAS REGAL

Colin Scott developed an early passion for Scotch whisky, growing up near Orkney distillery. Just as his Grandfather and Father dedicated their lives to the Scotch whisky industry, Colin followed this tradition and joined Chivas in 1973. Here he learned the art of blending under the previous Master Blender Jimmy Lang, and was appointed Master Blender in 1989 on Jimmy’s retirement.

As Master Blender for over 23 years, Colin knows the characteristics of each and every whisky in Chivas’ extensive aged inventory. A supreme craftsman with a lifelong passion for exceptional whisky, he draws on his own knowledge and inspiration from the Master Blenders before him. He is the guardian of the renowned Chivas Regal signature style, and has recently created compelling new members of the Chivas family – Chivas Regal 18-Year-Old in 1997 and the luxurious Chivas Regal 25-YearOld in 2007.

In recognition of Colin’s contribution to the Scotch whisky industry, he was appointed a Master of the Quaich in 2008, having previously been inducted as a Keeper of the Quaich - Scotland’s most prestigious whisky society - in 1998.

Colin also travels the world as a Global Ambassador for Chivas, sharing his wealth of knowledge and spreading a unique understanding and appreciation through his exuberant passion for both Scotland, Scotch whisky and Chivas.

Colin puts Chivas’ international success down to its high quality and sublime consistency, stating, “Whisky drinkers all over the world really appreciate the supreme smoothness and generous richness of flavours that make Chivas a truly global icon today”.