Muirhead

MUIRHEAD THE HEAD OF THE MOOR

Muirhead’s Scotch Whisky was first produced in 1824 by Charles Muirhead and Sons, wine merchants from Edinburgh. That business later expanded, becoming blenders and exporters of Scotch whisky under the flagship brand: Muirhead’s Blue Seal.

The company experienced great success and was eventually acquired in the 1920s by Macdonald & Muir Distillers - better known today as the world-famous Glenmorangie Company.

In addition to the Muirhead’s Blue Seal blended Scotch whisky, a number of premium blended whiskies were also produced under the Gold Label, Silver Label or Old Maturity brands, becoming a household name in many countries around the world.

Since its sale, Muirhead’s has maintained a close relationship with its founders, the Muirhead’s Clan (name meaning “Head of the Moor” in Gaelic). The clan etched their name in history as the royal bodyguards of King James IV at the disastrous battle of Flodden Field in 1513. The battle pitted the Scots against the English and was one of the most devastating battles in Scottish History. The King, along with thousands of Scots perished, including John Muirhead the laird of the clan, and 200 of the clansmen, after bravely defending their king to the end. King James IV became the last monarch from the British Isles to be killed in battle.

Continuing to stand strong, the Muirhead whiskies are proudly produced in the Tullibardine Distillery in Blackford, Perthshire, and remain fiercely independent and family owned.

‘Auxilio Dei’ is the brand’s slogan, translating, rightfully so, to: “By the Help of God.”