Numerous other bottlings such as the 62 Gun Salute, the Royal Salute 38 Year Old - Stone of Destiny and the Royal Salute 32 Year Old - Union of the Crowns have also been released to champion aspects of regality, always stunningly presented and containing the most opulent of blends.Ī whisky brand that aims for the very height of sophistication with every offering, the mantra of Royal Salute is ‘begin where other whiskies end’.
Over the years, Royal Salute whisky has been launched to commemorate numerous occasions regarding the monarchy, including a 50 Year Old that marked Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee in 2002, Royal Salute 21 Year Old - The Diamond Tribute, a blend made for the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II's coronation and The Royal Salute Age Collection, a limited edition set of 10 blended Scotch whiskies that celebrated the Queen becoming the longest reigning British monarch in 2015. This prestige whisky is distilled at the legendary Strathisla Distillery, which is now Chivas Brothers primary operating centre, but was originally founded in 1786 and holds the incredible distinction of being the oldest working distillery in the Highlands of Scotland. It takes its name from the traditional 21-gun salute and fittingly, Royal Salute whiskey are aged for a minimum of 21 years. The brand sponsors more than 15 international tournaments from the UK and the USA through Argentina and China to Korea.Royal Salute was launched by Chivas Brothers on 2 June 1953 in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her coronation as a luxury Scotch whisky brand. Royal Salute is deeply involved in polo – the world’s oldest surviving team sport and a game that’s expanding in the modern era. Royal Salute is an exceptionally crafted and aged Scotch whisky, starting where others end at 21 years old.Ĭreated to mark the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and the 21 gun salute that honoured her, the brand is steeped in tradition and proud of its royal lineage, but is firmly engaged in the modern world by constantly pushing the art of blending into new, creative and ambitious forms.
Apricots, creamy vanilla and banana crème brulee all rounded off with a touch of spicy clove boiled sweets. Palate: Super sweet and rich echoing the nose. Royal Salute was launched by Chivas Brothers on 2 June 1953 in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II on the day of her coronation as a luxury Scotch whisky brand. Nose: A melody of ripe soft fruits namely pears, sweet peaches mandarin oranges, blackcurrant jam and sweet violets. The result is an indulgent & profound Scotch Whisky bursting with notes of orchard fruits and enriched by subtle spices.Įach of the single malts ‘performing’ in this whisky complement and enhance one another’s unique flavours and together create the final composition. The whisky is presented in a classic blue Wade ceramic decanter. It's aged for a minimum of 21 years in honour of the 21 Gun Salute that is fired at the Tower of London for Royal celebration. The only one of its kind, it is blended with more than 21 precious single malts from 5 regions of Scotland, each matured for a minimum of 21 years. An absolute gem of a whisky, the 21 year old Royal Salute Signature Blend is a sophisticated expression. Kristjana Williams created the interior of the pack and was inspired by Royal Salute’s unique heritage and the Royal Menagerie. The box is beautifully designed with a front-opening door that reveals to the brands’ story in an artistic way. Royal Salute 21 Year Old Malts Blend is housed in a beautifully crafted porcelain flagon glazed in an emerald hue reminiscent of the precious stones set within the Imperial State Crown.