Edinburgh: The Whisky Exchange has scooped Independent Spirit Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Glengoyne, for the third time in a row at The Drinks Retailing Awards 2011.

Presented in a glittering ceremony at The Dorchester Hotel on Tuesday 1 February, the awards recognise the most outstanding retailers in the take-home drinks market, bringing together the leading lights in retail to recognise innovation and best practice across the sector. This year’s event was hosted by TV presenter and wine expert Olly Smith and marks 10 years of the prestigious awards, known in the industry to have one of the most rigorous and thorough judging processes in the business.

Sukhinder Singh of The Whisky Exchange said of the Award: “It is a real honour and true testament to the dedication and skill of the whole team to be awarded this prestigious title for the third year in a row. It is fantastic that great brands like Glengoyne are supporting independent retailers as they are a much loved by whisky enthusiasts.”

Neil Boyd, UK Commercial Manager for Ian Macleod Distillers commented: “Independents and specialists have a vital role to play in today’s marketplace which is why we chose to sponsor this important category. We were very impressed with the quality of the entrants and would like to congratulate The Whisky Exchange on a great hat-trick of awards.”

Multi Gold Award-winning Glengoyne is one of the leading premium malt whiskies in the world and has been distilled at Glengoyne distillery since 1833. The Glengoyne portfolio consists of the 10 Years Old, 12 Years Old, 12 Years Old Cask Strength, 17 Years Old , 21 Years Old and Vintage 1972 as well as other limited edition special bottlings.

Glengoyne Highland Single Malt is distilled slower than any other Scotch whisky. Its high quality and smooth taste is attributed to this slow distillation, which is about one third the normal rate.

For further details on stockists and distribution details for Glengoyne and other Ian MacLeod Distillers brands, contact Alan Wardrop, UK Sales Manager, Ian Macleod Distillers, 01506 852205.

For more information on The Whisky Exchange please visit www.thewhiskyexchange.com

For more information on The Drinks Retailing Awards visit www.drinksretailingawards.co.uk/

Distilled more slowly for the highest quality. Glengoyne – THE REAL TASTE OF MALT.

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