The Inverclyde-based Ardgowan Distillery, has today
announced the appointment of Paul Currie as its new Chairman, ahead of its £20m distillery becoming
operational at the end of 2024.
With 30 years’ experience founding successful independent
distilleries including the Isle of Arran Distillers and The Lakes Distillery,
Paul will bring an extensive understanding of the whisky industry to
state of the art, net-zero designed Ardgowan distillery.
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| Paul Currie: New Chairman of Ardgowan Distillery |
Paul's appointment comes in tandem with the recent appointment of Sales and Marketing Director, David Keir, a Founding Director of The GlenAllachie Distillers Company with over 25 years industry experience.
Commenting on the news, Paul Currie, said: “There has been
great change in the malt whisky industry over the last 30 years, as many new
independent distilleries have opened. I have been fortunate to have been
involved as co-founder of two of these, Isle of Arran and The Lakes, both of
which continue to grow and prosper. A new wave of distilleries are now opening
both in Scotland and in the rest of the world and Ardgowan Distillery is set to
be at the forefront of these, with a terrific location, innovative ideas and an
outstanding team.”
He went onto say: “From the cutting-edge technologies
helping the distillery reach its sustainability goals to the commitment to
quality made through Ardgowan’s investment in its unique Infinity casks,
everything to date has been planned to the highest standard.”
Paul concluded by saying: “With construction now underway on
site, it is a pivotal time to be joining the team. I am particularly looking
forward to supporting the development of the Clan Ardgowan programme which
allows whisky lovers from all over the world to become part of Ardgowan
Distillery’s journey. I am also enthusiastic about bringing my knowledge and
experience to the team to help Ardgowan to become a leading single malt brand.”
Paul Currie joins a team of notable industry names currently
backing the distillery including ex-Macallan Master of Wood, Stuart Macpherson
and Master Whisky Maker, Max McFarlane, previous Lead Whisky Maker at Edrington
with over 40 years industry experience.
Posted by Steve Rush