With St. Patricks Day on the Horizon, Teeling Announces New Irish Whiskey Exclusives

Bottles of Teeling Whiskey on display at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Trade Day presented by Beverage Media at Pier 94 on Oct. 14, 2016, in New York City. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images for NYCWFF)

Bacardi GTR has announced the launch of a new range of whiskeys from Ireland distillery Teeling to be sold exclusively in China, in partnership with China Duty-Free Group (CDFG).

“Irish whiskey is still a new and evolving category in China, and it’s a very exciting one that is fast gaining a following amongst contemporary whiskey drinkers, especially in first-tier cities. Teeling appeals to the new generation because it is new and different with an accessible style and taste that suits the Chinese palate, underpinned by its award-winning credentials,” Bacardi GTR Managing Director Vinay Golikeri said of the launch.

Golikeri also mentioned that “China has the potential to quickly become one of the largest markets for Irish whiskey and this partnership with China Duty-Free Group in Hainan is a powerful launch-pad for Teeling Whiskey – The Vintage Reserve Collection.”

The Vintage Reserve Collection offers something for everyone, with each whiskey having its own unique flavor profile and finish. The collection includes a 38-year-old Single Malt Very Rare Cask, a rum-barrel-aged whiskey, Teeling Whiskey 2001 Vintage Reserve Single Cask, a 19-year-old and a 32-year-old single malt aged in ex-rum casks.

CDFG President Charles Chen said that the market for premium Irish whiskeys is growing in China, and the price range for the new whiskeys reflects that, with the least expensive bottle starting at $650.

Chen stated: “There is a growing interest in premium, aged Irish whiskey amongst our shoppers from across China and we are honored to be the first travel retailer to list Teeling Whiskey – The Vintage Reserve Collection.  China Duty-Free Group is continually enhancing our range to excite and delight our customers and we are very pleased to expand the award-winning range of Teeling in our stores.”

If you’re in the market for a ridiculously expensive bottle of whiskey, head on down to Haikou and check out the CDFG Haikou Duty-Free Shop.

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