GLENMORANGIE: A CINEMATIC JOURNEY THROUGH CRAFT AND CHARACTER

In the Scottish Highlands, the art of whisky-making meets the art of storytelling through a meeting of minds between Glenmorangie’s master distillers and actor Harrison Ford.

For nearly two centuries, Glenmorangie has pursued the art of whisky-making with a singular philosophy: that true mastery lies in creativity. From its distillery in the Scottish Highlands, the Maison has continuously redefined what craftsmanship can be, combining tradition with innovation in a spirit of curiosity and openness.

In recent years, Glenmorangie has explored new ways of sharing that spirit with the world, and none more distinctive than its collaboration with actor Harrison Ford. A longtime admirer of the Maison’s whiskies, Ford brings his quiet charisma and authenticity to Once Upon a Time in Scotland, a short 12-part series directed by actor and filmmaker Joel Edgerton that immerses viewers in the world of Glenmorangie.

Set against the rugged beauty of the Highlands, the film follows Ford as he meets the distillery’s craftsmen and discovers the precision, patience, and imagination that define their work. Both understated and humorous, his journey captures the essence of Glenmorangie: a blend of mastery and humanity, of rigor and playfulness.

“Harrison Ford embodies the same values we hold dear,” explains Caspar MacRae, President and CEO of The Glenmorangie Company. “He is authentic, grounded, and deeply passionate about craftsmanship, qualities that mirror those of our whisky makers.”

That shared pursuit of excellence is also expressed through Glenmorangie’s most exceptional creations. Among them, The Altus 25 Years Old – premiered in the series – stands as a symbol of the Maison’s artistry. Conceived by Dr. Bill Lumsden, Glenmorangie’s Director of Whisky Creation, it unites whiskies matured in Bourbon casks with those finished in Madeira wine casks – a nod to the brand’s pioneering 1995 innovation. The result is a refined balance of fruit, spice, and texture that reflects decades of savoir-faire.

From the still house in Tain to the Formula 1 circuits of the world, Glenmorangie’s creative energy continues to travel. The partnership that united these two worlds driven by precision, performance, and passion was unveiled in a short film once again featuring Harrison Ford, whose wry humor and understated wit gave the announcement a distinctly human touch: a simple “Nice,” offered with characteristic modesty, marking a milestone moment.

Each of these stories – the cinematic encounter in Scotland, the creation of The Altus, and the partnership with Formula 1 – expresses a different facet of the same idea: that the making of great whisky is a creative act. It is about time and patience, but also about imagination and character.

At Glenmorangie, artistry is not confined to a single bottle or moment. It is a living craft, one that continues to evolve, shaped by the hands, minds, and hearts of those who make it.