Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team: An Iconic Partnership
You may be familiar with Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky. At the end of 2024, the company announced an exhilarating multi-year partnership with Aston Martin Formula One Team (to be distinguished from the cars that end up on the road and in James Bond, which is a different entity called Aston Martin Lagonda), bringing together two timeless luxury brands renowned for their heritage, innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. Together, Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team aim to create a legacy that transcends industries, driving a new standard of precision, luxury and performance on and off the racetrack.
Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team: two brands, many affinities
This remarkable partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team was first unveiled in 2024 at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with the ultimate celebration; a unique commemorative Glenfiddich bottle drawn from an ultra-rare 1959 cask, paying homage to the year Aston Martin made its Formula One debut. Embodying the craftsmanship of Glenfiddich’s malt masters across generations, this exclusive single malt is made from an exceptional sherry cask known for its rich intensity—an exquisite offering blending the innovation, mastery and unrivalled quality of two timeless icons.
“The synergy between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team allows us to innovate in exciting ways,” comments Brian Kinsman, Glenfiddich Malt Master. “This rare Glenfiddich 1959 bottling captures our shared commitment to excellence.”
The 1950s marked a defining decade for Glenfiddich, a pivotal period that shaped the future of single malt Scotch whisky. In an era when single malts were virtually unknown outside Scotland, this cask helped pave the way for their global success. Similarly, Aston Martin began to transform itself into a global symbol of luxury, innovation and performance, and paved the way for the team’s first foray into Formula 1 racing in 1959. Both Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team continue to push the boundaries today.
For Glenfiddich, this collaboration is an exciting opportunity to connect with a wider audience who appreciates craftsmanship, engineering and the pursuit of perfection—qualities that have been at the heart of the Glenfiddich story for over 135 years. Together, these two iconic brands create a timeless, forward-thinking partnership, inspiring a global audience and inviting them to discover a heritage founded on dedication and mastery. The exclusive alliance accelerated in 2025, setting a new standard for craftsmanship and creativity, while inviting enthusiasts around the world to engage with two iconic brands in bold ways.
“We’re proud to join forces with Aston Martin Formula One™ Team, whose passion for quality mirrors everything we stand for at Glenfiddich,” comments Ms. Jamie Johnson, National Brand Ambassador for Glenfiddich in Canada. “Just as we’ve spent over a century perfecting the art of whisky-making, Aston Martin Formula One™ Team has spent half a decade crafting exceptional machines. This groundbreaking partnership is about more than just two great brands coming together—it’s a celebration of shared values and heritage.”
This partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team is certainly rooted in shared values of excellence and innovation, resulting in a skilful blend of Glenfiddich’s whisky-making heritage with Aston Martin’s iconic motorsport presence, generating global excitement for those who value the journey as much as the destination.
“At the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team, we continuously push boundaries to set new standards,” comments Canadian Lawrence Stroll, Owner and Executive Chairman of Aston Martin Formula One® Team. “Glenfiddich embodies that same spirit of perfection and innovation.”
In June 2025, Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One Team will make their official Canadian debut at the Pirelli Formula 1 Grand Prix of Canada in Montreal, Québec, bringing a new wave of excitement to whisky and motorsport enthusiasts across Canada.
From exclusive product launches to bold, luxurious co-branded experiences on and off the racetrack, Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One Team are ready to push the boundaries of excellence and innovation. They unveil ultra-luxurious experiences designed to captivate Canadians throughout the Formula 1 racing season and well beyond. And that’s what we’ll tell you about in the next paragraph, along with 3 cocktail recipes.
Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team at the Canadian Grand Prix
Here are a few more details on the various activities that Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team are preparing to present as part of their partnership during the Pirelli Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix weekend, which runs from June 12 to 15, 2025.
Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team are set to illuminate the race weekend with two VIP experiences: Glenfiddich’s 1959 Club and the Aston Martin Formula One Team VIP Hospitality Experience, offering an exclusive opportunity to experience the precision and prestige of this iconic partnership. The planned events will bring a wave of excitement to whisky and motorsport enthusiasts during this race weekend at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix and beyond.
Glenfiddich Club 1959
Glenfiddich makes the night before the Canadian Grand Prix its own with the exclusive Glenfiddich Club 1959 experience. Club 1959 is named after the year the Aston Martin Formula One team first entered Formula 1, and Glenfiddich’s 1959 65-year-old single malt whisky, which was the first to toast this iconic partnership, as we said in the introduction.
The experiential event forges a new chapter in hospitality and represents the coming together of the two world-renowned brands. This luxurious, one-night-only event will include a private dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel Montréal, nestled in the heart of Montréal’s Golden Square Mile.
Throughout the evening, esteemed guests of the exclusive Glenfiddich Club 1959 will immerse themselves in the prestige of the partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team through a 4-course dinner specially designed for the occasion. Each exquisite dish will be paired with a selection of Glenfiddich’s prestigious expressions with a “Timeless” signature cocktail menu to celebrate the occasion.
The “Timeless” signature cocktail menu includes, among others, the 1959 Spritz, which is inspired by celebratory moments throughout the history of Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team. This bespoke spritz is masterfully crafted with Glenfiddich 15 Year Old, premium pear liqueur, soda and lime.
The menu will also include the Warehouse 8 Whisky Sour, crafted with Glenfiddich 15 Year Old, freshly squeezed lemon, egg white and sugar syrup, topped with a smoky garnish.
The third featured cocktail is a classic Glenfiddich Old Fashioned, served with Glenfiddich 14 Year Old, Demerara syrup and peach bitters for a seasonal touch.
A non-alcoholic cocktail, A Spritz Second, is also planned to underline the two brands’ shared values of a responsible attitude to alcohol.
The decadent event will be adorned with striking green detailing (a colour you can see in our communications recently), exuding the grandeur of the multi-year partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team and the shared heritage of luxury, craftsmanship and creativity.
Guests will discover the exceptional hospitality of Glenfiddich and the Four Seasons Hotel Montréal through the gastronomic experience, appointed with personalized details and brand history, immersing guests in the blended character of these two prestigious brands for an unforgettable evening of whisky and motorsport.
VIP hospitality at the Aston Martin Formula One Team F1 Paddock Club
Glenfiddich is delighted to bring its award-winning single malts to the 2025 Pirelli Formula One Grand Prix of Canada in the Aston Martin Formula One Team F1 Paddock Club Suite, offering an exclusive opportunity to celebrate the occasion with Glenfiddich’s trackside services. The Aston Martin Formula One Team suite experience offers exclusive access and amenities to ticket holders, including VIP hospitality, luxury on-track activities and a unique vantage point from its location perched atop the team’s garages, offering excellent views of the pit lane and starting grid.
The Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team VIP Hospitality experience is by exclusive invitation only. It offers VIP guests a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the prestigious Canadian Grand Prix partnership from a coveted vantage point. Paddock Club guests can enjoy the Glenfiddich pop-up bar, featuring “timeless” Glenfiddich cocktails, the 1989 Spritz, the Warehouse 8 Whisky Sour and the Glenfiddich Old Fashioned, crafted with inspiration from the brand’s collective energy and prestigious alliance.
Glenfiddich Invites Itself to Montréal’s Famous Bar George
To celebrate the race weekend, Glenfiddich has teamed up with Montréal’s iconic Bar George, a modern rendezvous located in the grand heritage mansion that houses the luxurious Le Mount Stephen hotel. Bar George will offer an exclusive opportunity for travellers and residents of Greater Montréal to discover Glenfiddich’s “Timeless” cocktail menu, inspired by Glenfiddich’s partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One team, in this charming destination bar. Bar George’s featured menu will mark an exclusive opportunity for the public to sample Glenfiddich’s “Timeless” cocktails, including the 1959 Spritz, Warehouse 8 Whisky Sour, Glenfiddich Old Fashioned and A Spritz Second, a non-alcoholic option aimed at promoting responsible drinking.
Glenfiddich’s iconic partnership with Aston Martin Formula One Team accelerated in 2025, setting a new standard for craftsmanship and creativity while inviting enthusiasts around the world to engage with both brands in bold new ways. The partnership between Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One Team brings together two timeless luxury brands renowned for their heritage, innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. Together, Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One™ Team aim to create a legacy that transcends industries, setting a new standard for precision, luxury and performance on and off the racetrack.
Start your engines for the Canadian Grand Prix in Montréal with these single malt cocktails:
The Highland Honeydew, made with Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
Ingredients
- 2 oz Glenfiddich 12 Year Old
- 1 Sugar Cube
- ½ cup Honeydew Melon
- 8 Basil Leaves
- 1 oz Lime Juice
- ¼ oz Simple Syrup
Method
- In a shaker, muddle melon and 1 white sugar cube to a pulp.
- Add in basil and gently muddle.
- Pour in Glenfiddich, lime juice and simple syrup to taste.
- Add in ice and shake vigorously until chilled.
- Pour shaker into a rock glass, add crushed ice and garnish with a basil sprig.
The Smoky Peach, made with Glenfiddich Fire & Cane
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Glenfiddich Fire & Cane
- ½ oz Mezcal
- ½ of a Ripe Peach
- 1 oz Pineapple Juice
- ½ oz Lemon Juice
- ½ oz Honey Syrup
Method
- Muddle ripe peaches in a shaker.
- Add all ingredients with a handful of ice and shake until chilled.
- Double strain into a Collins glass with ice and serve.
The Somerset Julep, made with Glenfiddich Orchard Experiment
Ingredients
- 2 oz Glenfiddich Orchard
- 1 oz Honey Syrup
- ½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 4 dashes Cinnamon Bitters
- 10 Mint Leaves
Method
- In a julep tin, slap mint and place inside.
- Add in syrup, Glenfiddich Orchard Experiment, lemon juice, and bitters.
- Fill ¾ of the tin with crushed ice and stir until combined.
- Top with crushed ice and garnish with a mint sprig and apple fan.
Glenfiddich and their partners at Aston Martin Formula One™ Team promote responsible attitudes to alcohol. You should never drink and drive. Together Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One™ Team share a commitment to this important message.
