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The Lakes Distillery unveils ‘Boundless’, a new single malt whisky designed exclusively for Global Travel Retail. Matured exclusively in the finest first-fill Oloroso sherry-seasoned oak casks and designed with the art of élevage, it is a single malt whisky rich with bold layers of flavour and complexity. Sarah Burgess, The Lakes’ Whiskymaker, commented, “For the first time at The Lakes, we have selected only the finest first-fill Oloroso casks to shape Boundless’ maturation. Rich and full-bodied, think baked fruits, plums, and indulgent walnuts.  “Traditionally, our whisky is influenced by a variety of sherry-seasoned casks but for this travel retail exclusive, we focused solely on Oloroso – the backbone of The Lakes Single Malt.  “Using the élevage technique, we have elevated the whisky’s flavour profile. Combining European and American oak, we have created a complex and bold single malt that encourages exploration and wonder. “With nuances of orange oil and dried fruits from the European oak, layered with delicate wood spice, toasted oak, and subtle notes of vanilla from the American oak, Boundless represents our ambition to push boundaries. And we are thrilled to partner with Duty Free Global to bring this special whisky to the travel retail market.” Available exclusively in the UK, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa Global Travel Retail from Duty Free Global, The Lakes Boundless is a testament to their dedication to innovation and modern craftsmanship. Marking a significant milestone for the award-winning distillery, ‘Boundless’ reflects its commitment to quality and Duty Free Global’s mission to provide travellers with extraordinary new flavour experiences.  Barry Geoghegan, founder of Duty Free Global, said, “As a leading new world whisky-maker, The Lakes breaks free from the traditional whisky conventions. With Boundless, they have created a single malt withexceptional depth. An invitation to explore a new frontier of flavour, the result is a style of whisky that is rich and opulent, which we’re confident our operators and consumers will love at TFWA Cannes.” Boundless is available from 29th September. For more information and a chance to sample this exclusive single malt whisky, visit the Duty Free Global stand at TFWA Cannes (Green Village, J35), or go to www.dutyfreeglobal.com Barry Geoghegan Nathalie Roelands John Kilmartin Niklas Muethel Justin Weston Brenna Klomp Aisling Morton Diane Earley Ben Geoghegan Claire KEENE

COMPASS BOX INTRODUCES TRAVEL-RETAIL LIMITED EDITION:  THE TRAVELLING CIRCUS The First Travel Retail Exclusive by Compass Box, Inspired by the Magic & Grandeur of the Circus, Becomes Available at DFS Stores Within JFK and LAX Airports Inspired by The Circus, a Compass Box Limited Edition blend originally released in 2016, The Travelling Circus offers an enhanced peat presence courtesy of malt whisky from the Talisker Distillery and a parcel of peated blended Scotch whisky. The label design nods to the original The Circus, refreshing it through the filter of Futurism, which valorised movement and machines. To create The Travelling Circus, Compass Box Whiskymaking Director, James Saxon, assembled whiskies bold in flavor and rich in texture in order to capture the grandeur and vibrancy of a night at the circus. The majority of component whiskies have been aged in sherry casks, and The Travelling Circus exudes a deep fruitiness, with aromatic dry smoke and a silky flourish on the palate. Smokiness from malt whiskies from the Talisker and Caol Ila distilleries are layered with Speyside sherry character, finished with grain whisky from the now closed Port Dundas Distillery. “We are incredibly pleased with the arrival of The Travelling Circus,” says James Saxon. “The balance of sherry cask maturation and complex smokiness is something of a hallmark for Compass Box, and those who are fans of our whiskies will enjoy dissecting this latest composition. For those new to Compass Box, this is a globe-trotting introduction to the sorts of places we can explore when creatively combining high-quality Scotch whiskies.” Compass Box CEO, Maurice Doyle added, “we’re really excited about our growing partnership with DFS Group Limited and the USA has always been a priority market for us, so this feels like the perfect time to release an utterly delicious travel-retail exclusive to capture the hearts and taste-buds of those travelling through LAX and JFK”. "As the world's leading luxury travel retailer, DFS is excited to exclusively launch this special release of Compass Box in our North America airport stores, one of the key markets in our global network. Compass Box’s forward-thinking, disruptive approach to whisky aligns perfectly with DFS' commitment attracting new consumers to the category,’ said Daniel Licari DFS Senior Director, Merchandising. “By offering innovative brands like Compass Box, we're able to craft unique shopping experiences that introduce a diversified whiskey assortment to the next generation of enthusiasts.”

BBC Spirits announces the first launch in Global Travel Retail of the Hinotori Japanese Whisky & Goldorak Anime Limited Editions in partnership with Everrich Duty Free Shop, Taiwan. This exciting new collaboration between BBC Spirits and Everrich Travel Retail Taiwan highlights BBC Spirits commitment to the innovative, ever-growing Asian markets. To celebrate Goldorak's highly anticipated return, BBC Spirits are thrilled to introduce the Goldorak Anime Limited Edition Whiskies at Everrich locations in Taiwan. Meticulously crafted for the connoisseur and dedicated fan alike, these exclusive releases offer a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, much like the anime itself! Goldorak is a fictional character created by mangaka Gō Nagai. He first appeared in 1975 in the manga "UFO Robot Grendizer". Saudi Arabian Manga Productions has announced the launch of Goldorak U in July, based on the Go Nagai series UFO Robo Grendizer which was last seen on screens 40 years ago.  BBC Spirits is also proud to announce the release of a third Godlorak Edition in the last quarter of 2024, showcasing the modern version of the Goldorak Robot (also known as 'Grendizer'). Romain Papillon, BBC Spirits Export Sales Director commented “We are delighted to be working with Everrich Travel Retail to bring these quality Japanese Whiskies to Duty Free for the first time. We believe that these Goldorak Limited editions will appeal to anime enthusisasts, collectors and curious whisky lovers alike." Patricia Wang, EVERRICH Merchandise Department Vice President, indicated that "younger travelers prioritize the overall experiences, seeking authentic and unique products that reflect their values. Therefore, EVERRICH is very pleased to collaborate with BBC Spirits and introduce the Goldorak Anime Limited Edition in Taiwan, providing more diverse options for all travellers."

A very interesting read on DFNI highlighting the academy and the certificate courses from the Duty Free World Council!

A very big thank you to all the Sazerac Company team in New Orleans for their wonderful hospitality and great brand experience! It was also great to meet all the key market partners from LATAM, Caribbean and Central America.

Great interview in The Moodie Davitt Report on our great partners at The Shed Distillery.

Duty free global want to wish all our friends in America a very happy 4th of July! Enjoy the holiday 🇺🇸

A huge thank you to all the team at Dubai Duty Free for their wonderful hospitality yesterday at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at The Curragh, County Kildare, Ireland. It was great to see so many friends from the industry in Ireland. It is always one of the highlights of the summer! Barry Geoghegan Nathalie Roelands John Kilmartin Niklas Muethel Justin Weston Brenna Klomp Aisling Morton Diane Earley Ben Geoghegan

Looking forward to meeting all our great friends at ASUTIL this week in Bogota.  Please reach out to Nathalie Roelands to arrange a meeting.

If you are in the GTR channel and are a football fan this is a great fun way to enjoy the Euros and nominate your favourite charity to receive some great cash prizes !! By predicting the scores in each game !! Join in the fun !!