Richard Paterson, renowned for his role as Master Distiller at Dalmore Distillery, has spent the past 50 years of his career helping to create and showcase some of the world's most coveted and iconic whiskies.
"His natural ability is unparalleled and he is, without doubt, a master of his art."
The landmark celebration will see Richard host a series of tasting events around the world while showcasing a selection of ranges including the renowned Dalmore Paterson Collection and the recently released Dalmore Quintessence.
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Nicknamed ‘The Nose’ for his exceptional ability to assess and understand the structure of whiskies through smell alone, Richard’s charismatic and energetic approach to illuminating the art of whisky making has earned him a legion of fans and a celebrity status amongst whisky lovers the world over.
At the 2013 World Whisky Awards, he was recognised by Whisky Magazine with an Icons of Whisky Lifetime Achievement Award and entered into the magazine’s Hall of Fame – a permanent tribute honouring those noteworthy individuals who have made a lasting contribution to the world of whisky.
Bryan Donaghey, CEO of The Dalmore owners, Whyte & Mackay, said: "With a unique flair and unwavering passion for developing only the finest whisky, Richard continues to be a driving force in the industry.
"His natural ability is unparalleled and he is, without doubt, a master of his art. Watching Richard work with The Dalmore is inspiring, and we are privileged to be able to help him celebrate such an important milestone in his career."
The Dalmore Master Distiller Richard Paterson added: “The past 50 years has flown by and I am so proud of what I have achieved in the industry. My time with The Dalmore has provided me with some of my fondest moments. The chance to create and work with the world’s oldest and rarest malts has been an absolute privilege and I’m forever grateful that I’ve been able to share these treasures with fellow whisky lovers across the world.
“While my work with The Dalmore has undoubtedly been a career highlight, I’ve also been fortunate enough to share my passion with whisky fans whilst contributing to the work of the Wine & Spirit Education Trust. This variety has made my time in the industry all the more enjoyable.
“The next 18 months are shaping up to be among my best yet. I enjoy meeting people who have a passion for whisky and I’m relishing the chance to share my celebration with connoisseurs from across the world.”
Meet the Master Distiller: Richard Paterson, Dalmore Distillery
