Phillips Distilling Co.'s Tomatin Named Best Scotch

MINNEAPOLIS, May 11, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Phillips Distilling Co. is thrilled to announce that Tomatin's 36-Year-Old Single Malt has been named "Best Scotch" at this year's San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the most respected and influential spirits competition in the world. A panel comprised of industry experts recognized the 36-Year-Old whiskey with Double Gold, "Best Distillers' Single Malt Scotch 20 Years and Older," "Best Single Malt Scotch," culminating with the award for "Best Scotch" at this year's competition.

"We take great pride in our entire portfolio of high-quality brands," said Mike Duggan, CEO at Phillips Distilling Co.  "For Tomatin to be recognized at such a prestigious competition is a powerful statement on the quality and expertise of the Tomatin family of brands.  Phillip's Distilling Co. is honored to be a partner of theirs in North America."

The awards did not stop with the 36-year-old, Tomatin was awarded 14 medals in total at this year's competition, including Gold medals for the 12 year old, 18 year old, and 1988 Vintage.  In addition to this year's World Spirit Award wins, Tomatin recently won Distiller of the Year 2016 and Brand Innovator of the Year 2017 at the world-renowned Icons of Whisky Scotland Awards.

Stephen Bremner, Tomatin's Sales Director, said, "We are delighted that our drive and dedication to become one of the best whisky distillers in the world has been recognized by these prestigious awards. This is unquestionably one of the distilling world's highest honors and marks another exciting milestone for Tomatin."

Stemming from the success that Tomatin has experienced in North America, Phillips Distilling Co. will be tripling its allocation of Tomatin 36-Year-Old Single Malt. This rare item will be limited in availability nationwide with a suggested retail price of $1000 USD.

About Phillips Distilling Company About Phillips Distilling Company
Phillips Distilling Company (Phillips) is one of the most innovative and enduring distilled spirits companies in the North America. Over 105 years in the making, Phillips continues to produce high-quality products using only the finest ingredients, sourced from around the globe. From America's first schnapps in the 1930s to flavored vodka in the 1950s to flavored whiskey in the 1990s, Phillips Distilling Co. is consistently a pioneer in the spirits industry. Phillips Distilling Co. portfolio includes UV Vodka flavored vodkas, Prairie Organic Spirits, Revel Stoke Whiskies, Casa Centinela Tequilas, La Hechicera Aged Rum,  Mezcal Marca Negra, Tomatin Scotch Whiskies, Trader Vic's Rum, and Phillips Spirits. As always, Phillips Distilling Co. reminds you to enjoy and all of its products in moderation. The company is based in Minneapolis. www.phillipsdistilling.com

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