Royal Salute Fashion Harris Reed Gold 21Y 0,7l 40%

Royal Salute Fashion Harris Reed Gold 21Y is a limited edition whisky from The Fashion Collection series by Royal Salute, this time in collaboration with fashion designer Harris Reed. This edition of Scotch whisky is a bold and creative blend that celebrates freedom of expression in the world of fashion and whisky. This collaboration was inspired by the perception of modern royalty and Reed's signature feather headdresses, which are seen as modern crowns.

Alcohol content: 40%  
Volume: 700 ml  
Age: 21 years  

Tasting Profile:

Aroma: Fresh red apples, homemade raspberry jam and crème brûlée, accompanied by nutty praline and notes of cinnamon and sweet toasted oak.

Taste: Pear crumble and creamy vanilla fondant along with toasted almonds from an extra charred virgin oak barrel. Braeval aged in sherry casks adds notes of raisins, gooseberry jam, lively ginger and hints of cloves.

Finish: Rich, complex and spicy, with a lingering impression.

Blend Characteristics:  

The blend of this 21 year old whisky has been tailor-made in collaboration with Master Blender Sandy Hyslop and Harris Reed, reflecting Reed's personal style and preferred flavours. The unique addition of sherry cask matured Braeval whisky and American oak matured Glenburgie whisky gives this blend a sweet and spicy signature style.

Design and presentation: 

The limited edition is presented in an elegant bottle that highlights the combination of fashion and whisky. The bottle design is inspired by Harris' design approach, embellished with iconography and the feather headband element, an important element of his designs.

Founding and history:  

The Royal Salute was founded in 1953 in Speyside as a tribute to the young Queen Elizabeth II at her coronation. The name Royal Salute, which refers to the royal salute, is a symbol of the respect and heritage reflected in every drop of this luxury whisky.

Master Blender - Sandy Hyslop: 

With over forty years' experience in Scotch whisky, Sandy Hyslop is now Director of Blending and Inventory at Royal Salute and is responsible for maintaining its high quality standards. Sandy, who began his career in 1983 in Dundee as a quality controller, soon proved his ability with a keen sense of smell and taste that led him to blending whisky.

Workflow: 

Sandy Hyslop pays great attention to detail in his work, tasting more than 1,500 whisky samples a week. This traditional, hands-on approach is key, especially when blending rare and long-aged whiskies, which is the only way to ensure perfection. His deep understanding of long maturation and its effect on the character of the spirit is a skill that has been developed over decades.

Royal Salute Fashion Harris Reed Gold 21Y is ideal for whisky lovers looking for more than just a taste - a fusion of art, fashion and luxury. Perfect as a gift for collectors or as an exclusive item for special occasions.