Harrison Ford co-directs his own limited-edition Glenmorangie. His verdict? “Very nice”

 — Highland Distillery encapsulates actor’s taste in a new elegant whisky, which reveals an intriguing bite —

Harrison Ford has co-created his very own limited edition of Glenmorangie Highland single malt Scotch whisky – a dram uniquely tailored to his taste. A long-time whisky fan, the Hollywood actor fell in love with Glenmorangie while filming the brand’s humorous advertising campaign Once Upon a Time in Scotland, in which he stars as himself. Now, in the latest chapter of the series, he reveals the Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition, crafted in collaboration with Glenmorangie’s acclaimed Director of Whisky Creation Dr Bill Lumsden MBE. Smooth and elegant with an intriguing bite, the whisky gets Ford’s trademark, no-frills seal of approval: “It’s very nice.”

Harrison Ford’s namesake limited edition reflects everything the actor enjoys about Glenmorangie, which has been crafting its elegant whisky in the Scottish Highlands for over 180 years. The actor first met Dr Bill whilst filming at the distillery, where he spent time introducing Ford to various casks to understand his flavour preferences. In the months that followed, Dr Bill sent many more samples across the Atlantic, and the pair fine-tuned its layers of flavour until they settled on the final recipe. Uniting classic bourbon cask-aged Glenmorangie with a parcel of rare whisky finished in toasted Portuguese red wine casks, this whisky contrasts Glenmorangie’s elegant style with an intriguing, tangy character. Zesty citrus notes dance across the palate and are complemented by sweet hints of muscovado sugar, apricot and butter candy. The finish is long – reminiscent of orange oil, leather and oak tannin.

The Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition has now been unveiled by the actor himself in a new episode in the Once Upon a Time in Scotland series. Directed by Joel Edgerton in Ford’s home state of Wyoming, the actor reflects nostalgically on his time in the Highlands and tastes the new limited edition whisky on camera for the first time – in a kilt, of course.

Fortunately, the final recipe met with Ford’s approval, and he gives it his signature, understated verdict, “It’s nice. It’s very nice”.

Harrison Ford explained: “I loved my time at Glenmorangie, and have enormous respect for the team at the Distillery. They are true craftspeople. Collaborating with Dr Bill was a real treat – a chance to get inside the mind of a maker who combines art and science to create incredible single malt Scotch whisky. We tasted many casks together on our search for a Glenmorangie that would speak to my taste. Truth be told, I liked a lot of them – but the Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition is everything I want in a whisky. I’m immensely proud of our creation. I hope you enjoy it. I certainly do.”

Recalling how the pair went about crafting the limited edition, Dr Bill said: “We knew Harrison was a whisky lover even before he arrived at Glenmorangie – so I was thrilled to make him an honorary member of our Whisky Creation Team as we went about creating his very own whisky! I think we’re both delighted with the result. In keeping with our signature style – and Harrison’s – the Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition is very elegant, and smooth. But since Harrison also likes his whisky with a little bite, we layered classic bourbon casks with the tang and structure of toasted Portuguese red wine casks. You’ll taste all the hallmark Glenmorangie notes of honeysuckle, citrus and buttery softness, countered by a marmalade edge and grippy tannins. This whisky is timeless and endlessly surprising… much like Harrison himself.”

Glenmorangie tapped Ford’s cinematic career to support the launch of this highly anticipated release, creating an official Hollywood-style movie poster alongside acclaimed artist Julien Rico to appear in global movie districts like London’s Leicester Square. Five-star reviews also poured in from ‘critics’ including Mark Kermode (“A distilled widescreen delight”) and Charles Maclean (“It deserves to win many awards”).

Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition will be available to purchase from 4 May at glenmorangie.com, the Distillery Visitor Centre in Tain and specialist retailers including Master of Malt, The Whisky Exchange and Berry Brother’s & Rudd, RRP: £75.

Watch Harrison Ford tasting his limited edition Glenmorangie at glenmorangie.com

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TASTING NOTES 

Glenmorangie Harrison Ford Limited Edition is bottled at 46.5% ABV

Colour: Sunset Orange

Aroma: Brimful of tangy, zesty citrus fruits, reminiscent of orange breakfast marmalade, along with some distinctive floral notes, like honeysuckle and jasmine. These is also a curious note like beeswax, or scented candles. With a splash of water, more perfumed notes emerge, like peach blossom and vanilla.

Taste: The mouthfeel has a real bite to it, as lively citrus fruit notes are encountered. Notes of Seville orange, lemon and grapefruit dance across the palate, along with softer notes of baked bread, apricot, muscovado sugar and butter candy. There is an anaesthetising, mentholic note in the background.

Finish: Long, with flavours of orange oil, leather and oak tannin.

RRP: £75 / €85 / $100

Retailers include; The Whisky Exchange, Hard To Find Whisky, Master of Malt, Royal Mile Whiskies, House of Malt, Select Drams, Whisky World and Berry Bros & Rudd Spirit

About Glenmorangie:

Glenmorangie’s whisky makers use endless imagination and five key ingredients – wood, water, barley, yeast and time – to dream up delicious single malt whiskies. They’ve been honing their craft for more than 180 years. They create a delicate and fruity spirit in stills as tall as a giraffe to allow for more taste and aroma. Led by Director of Whisky Creation Dr Bill Lumsden, this pioneering crew are on a mission to bring new flavours and possibilities to the world of single malt.

About Glenmorangie’s whisky creators:

Glenmorangie’s Whisky Creation Team’s favourite phrase is “What if?”. And they are constantly challenging themselves to take whatever captures their imaginations and turn it into whisky – be that their memories of a favourite place (A Tale of Tokyo), the beguiling flavours of freshly brewed coffee (Glenmorangie Signet) and more.

At the helm of the team is Dr Bill Lumsden, Director of Whisky Creation, MBE. With a PhD in biochemistry and decades of experience, Dr Bill has all the skills needed to bring these ideas to life. Already, he has earned the admiration of his peers many times over. For instance, he has taken his place in the Icons of Whisky Hall of Fame. He has won the International Whisky Competition’s award for Master Distiller of the Year more times than anyone else. And he has been named Master Blender/Distiller of the Year by the International Spirits Challenge twice. In 2025, Dr Bill was made an MBE (Member of the British Empire) for services to the Scotch whisky industry. This prestigious British honour is awarded by His Majesty The King.

Working hand-in-hand with Dr Bill is Gillian Macdonald, The Glenmorangie Company’s Master Blender. Gillian combines art and science in her role, with her main responsibilities including the daily sensory analysis of the new-make spirit, core range recipes and the co-ordination of the Company’s sensory panel. Both Bill and Gillian manage the new whisky creation for Glenmorangie which involves nosing hundreds of casks a year for final recipe selection.

About Once Upon a Time in Scotland:

In 2025, Glenmorangie unveiled a new brand campaign, Once Upon a Time in Scotland, fronted by Harrison Ford. In 12 initial episodes, the series tells the story of Ford reluctantly shooting an advertisement for the brand, before being won over by its craft, its people and its elegant and complex whisky. 

In the 13^th chapter – the series’ epilogue, Ford reveals his limited-edition whisky. It is set in Wyoming, Ford’s home state, and was filmed in November 2025. This witty clip continues several themes and running jokes from the original campaign. It begins in behind-the-scenes style, as Ford yells at director Joel Edgerton to hurry up. Following a piece to camera in which he points out “we’re not in Scotland anymore” and muses on his time in the Highlands, Ford enters a cabin and slips into a kilt (designed and created by Edinburgh-based Geoffrey Tailor & Kiltmaker) – a garment he had initially refused to wear in an earlier episode, before becoming rather attached to Scotland’s national dress. During the clip he again mispronounces Glenmorangie (a real-world issue which the brand humorously leans into), before being corrected off-camera by a familiar voice – that of one of Ford’s favourite Distillery workers, Alan Duff Junior. As Ford tastes his namesake bottling, he expands his trademark verdict of “Nice” only slightly, remarking: “It’s nice. Very nice.”

A companion clip released alongside the epilogue, shows Ford watching a video on a laptop in the cabin, as Dr Bill and other members of the Distillery team discuss the making of the whisky and his visit to Glenmorangie. Ford comments on the video as he watches, with a blend of wit and sincerity. Dr Bill gives a detailed explanation of how the whisky was crafted, while Master Blender Gillian Macdonald and Distillery Manager Ed Thom both give their views on its taste. Finally, Ford is treated to a humorous interview with Alan Duff Junior, the warehouse operator whose fame as Ford’s co-star seems to have gone to his head…

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Released in 2021 by The Craft Irish Whiskey Co., The Taoscán is a highly collectible limited release of 4,000 bottles, with only 1,000 presented as exclusive Collector’s Editions. Described as the world’s first Irish single malt finished in Tawny Port and French Chestnut casks, it was matured initially in Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks before an extended two-year finishing period in Port and Chestnut wood. An innovative and visually striking release, this is a standout and scarce modern Irish whiskey.

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Aldi’s exceptional single malt Scottish whiskies deliver a true taste of Scotland at incredible value

This World Whisky Day, Aldi Scotland is spotlighting its award-winning Glen Marnoch range, a collection that brings together the character and craft of Scotland’s most celebrated whisky regions.

From the rich Highlands to the smoky shores of Islay and the smooth elegance of Speyside, each non-aged expression in the Specially Selected Glen Marnoch range has been carefully crafted to deliver depth of flavour and exceptional quality.

Since launching in 2011, the collection has secured more than 20 awards, making it Aldi’s most decorated whisky range to date. Most recently, the Speyside expression was awarded Bronze at the World Whiskies Awards 2026, adding to its growing list of accolades.

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RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl 

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Due to demand, Old Perth releases limited Pedro Ximénez

Old Perth, the Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) blended malt brand, has unveiled a new limited edition expression, bringing together five exceptional Speyside distillates, each fully matured in first-fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry butts and hogsheads.

Crafted with a focus on richness and depth, the latest release is a celebration of Old Perth’s signature sherry-led style, showcasing the smoothest malt whiskies from some of Scotland’s finest distilleries.

On the nose, the whisky opens with indulgent notes of sticky dates and overripe grapes, layered with warming hints of ginger and cinnamon. The palate delivers a decadent profile reminiscent of sticky toffee pudding, coated in rich molasses, with a subtle cinnamon spice lingering through the finish.

Bottled at a robust 54.3% ABV, this cask-strength release is rich in flavour and remarkable by nature – a true reflection of Old Perth’s dedication to expertly curated, sherry-matured malts.

This expression is a twist on a Pedro Ximénez fan favourite that sold out instantly in 2023. Speaking about the liquid. Graeme Mackeddie, Production Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, said:

“We’ve taken the rich, sherry-forward style our drinkers know and love and elevated it further through full maturation in first-fill PX casks, creating something deeper, more indulgent and truly special.”

The Old Perth limited edition is available from 14 May via select specialist retailers across the UK and Europe, with an RRP of £60.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Sticky dates and overripe grapes with a hint of ginger and cinnamon
• Palate: Sticky toffee pudding covered in a rich molasses with subtle cinnamon spice
• 54.3%
• No added colour and non-chill filtered

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Rare Find celebrates Fèis Ìle 2026 with the release of a limited-edition triptych

Rare Find, the award-winning Edinburgh-based independent bottler today unveils its exclusive Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection – a sensory homage to Islay’s cherished whisky festival. Comprising three single cask 12-year-old Caol Ila single malts, each finished for three months in a unique octave cask – Ruby Port, Tawny Port, and Madeira – this unified trio captures both the vibrancy of the island and the spirit of discovery that defines Rare Find.

The collection is presented with striking full-art labels, each designed in a bespoke colour palette chosen to reflect the individual character of the cask within. From Caol Ila’s signature maritime smoke and mineral edge to softer notes of citrus, the artwork offers a visual interpretation of the spirit itself – creating a triptych in which flavour and design are intrinsically linked.

As with all Rare Find bottlings, these releases are presented without compromise – natural colour, non-chill filtered and bottled at cask strength – revealing Caol Ila’s coastal power and smoky poise through different lenses of fortified wine cask influence.

Rare Find Feis Ile 2026 Collection

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Ruby Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Ruby Port octave.
58.2% ABV | 61 bottles
NOSE Presenting with smoked barbecue sauce, dried berries, and warming mulling spices.

PALATE Citrus and granite with medicinal smoke, redcurrants, and raspberries.

FINISH Long, lingering notes of sweet, fruity smoke.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Tawny Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Tawny Port octave.
58.3% ABV | 63 bottles
NOSE Mince pies, cola cubes, medicinal peat smoke, and pineapple chunks.

PALATE Soft brown sugar, cola bottles, anise chews, and lingering coastal smoke.

FINISH Lemon gel, iodine, and fading sweet fruits.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Madeira Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Madeira octave.
57.9% ABV | 66 bottled
NOSE Presenting griddled strawberries, salted almonds, ashy smoke, and angelica.

PALATE Mouthcoating with aniseed, coastal smoke, and zesty lemon tart.

FINISH Long with salinity, slowly fading lemon and persistent smoke.

Speaking about the release, John Moffat, Head of Commercial for Rare Find, said:  “We create whiskies for those who chase unforgettable moments as much as exceptional flavour – the first dram after stepping off the ferry, waves lapping against the distillery walls, and late evenings spent sharing stories with newfound friends. Our Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection is our tribute to those moments, and to the unmistakable magic that only Islay can inspire. It also marks an exciting milestone for Rare Find with the launch of our first full art label series – a bold glimpse of what’s still to come.”

The Feis Ile Collection will be available from select retailers from Friday 22nd May 2026. Each release has an RRP of £99.00. Rare Find Vault members will be offered an exclusive opportunity to purchase a limited number of bottles shortly before the official launch date.

About Rare Find

Each Rare Find release is an unrepeatable, limited-edition whisky sourced from sought-after distilleries. With every bottle, we celebrate liquid excellence – meticulously selecting, maturing, and finishing in the highest quality casks to deliver whisky that’s rare by design.

From the millions of casks maturing in Scotland, only a small percentage are destined for single malt bottlings, and from those, only the best become a Rare Find.