Welcome to Philos, a world-first across yachting, whisky and design. In pursuit of an unprecedented creation – crafting the world’s first self-pouring gimble exclusively for the esteemed whisky maker, The Glenrothes, the Studio Indigo team looked to the science of astronomy and storied heritage and art of whisky craftsmanship for inspiration. Designed for the luxury yacht, Philos combines precision engineering with contemporary aesthetics and the finest craftsmanship and is a masterwork of design. A sculptural object that is designed to protect and pour the most precious whisky, the fabled Demijohn1969.
Leaning on a beautiful partnership with the renowned craftsmanship and artistry of Little Halstock, purveyors of the world’s most exquisite heirlooms, the palette was meticulously composed using a blend of liquid metals and hand painted veneers to capture the soul of this precious single-malt. Philos fuses purpose, aesthetics, and artistry, in a deceptively simple expression of the nature of this finest whisky. Not only does Philos protect the liquid, but it also embodies The Glenrothes’ distinctive philosophy of unparalleled beauty, attention to detail and storytelling, combining to enrich a moment in time.
ABOUT THE DEMIJOHN 1969
The Glenrothes is the creator and curator of rare aged single malts. As custodians of some of the world’s oldest and finest single malts. The whisky was laid down in cask on the 31st of July 1969. Nearly a decade ago, when the whisky reached 44 Years Old, the cask was identified as containing liquid of truly remarkable quality and transported into six glass demijohns (jars) to make sure it stayed as it was, a moment suspended in time. Master Whisky Maker, Laura Rampling, describes the liquid from Demijohn 1969 as a “unicorn whisky” – one that stops you in your tracks, then haunts you with the knowledge you will never see it again. There is an undeniable aura of magic surrounding Demijohn 1969.
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