A sophisticated new Canadian whisky has made its debut on the UK market. Red Bank Whisky, co-founded by acclaimed Canadian actor and musician Kiefer Sutherland, hails from Canada’s Atlantic Coast. The UK launch, in partnership with Mangrove Global, is set for Monday, May 20, and will be marked by an exclusive event in London featuring Sutherland himself.
Red Bank Whisky, a blend of rye, corn, and wheat whiskies, is crafted with meticulous care by Master Blender Michel Marcil. The whisky presents a complex nose with notes of oak spice, orchard fruit, allspice, and caramel, culminating in a smooth, multi-faceted spirit. This premium whisky recently garnered Gold at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a testament to its superior quality.
“The thing that I found so fascinating about Red Bank and this journey developing the whisky is the incredible pride Canadians take in themselves and their country. I was born in England and I know the British people feel the same, but I grew up in Canada and one of the things that I’ve admired about Canada is its great diversity not just in its landscapes and culture, but its people as well. I am proud to have Red Bank represent all that is authentically Canadian and I am absolutely thrilled to bring it to the UK with the help of Mangrove Global.”
Kiefer Sutherland
Red Bank Whisky epitomises the essence of good taste and companionship, celebrating both cherished memories and those yet to be made. Its rich heritage and impeccable quality are set to captivate whisky aficionados, new enthusiasts, and mixologists, positioning it as a symbol of Canadian excellence in the UK market. On the palate, Red Bank offers a dry spirit of medium intensity, with sumptuous oat spices and orchard fruits on the nose, enhanced by hints of sweet caramel.
Nick Gillett, Managing Director of Mangrove Global, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Red Bank is a product that champions and reinvigorates the longstanding history of the Canadian Whisky category. Red Bank is an exceptional liquid that can rely on the outstanding talent of having Kiefer as one of its founders. His involvement at every stage of production, knowledge of the category, approachability, passion for the journey ahead, as well as being great fun, meant this was an easy decision for me to add to the portfolio.”
He continued, “As purveyors of the very best independent spirits brands, Mangrove have, since the beginning, admired the ethos behind Red Bank Whisky and are proud to integrate this Canadian whisky legacy into our World Whisky portfolio. With the UK whisky market predicted to reach $1.3bn by 2028, this is a great time to add this to our collection.”
Mangrove Global Ltd, established by John Coe and Nick Gillett in 2006, has built a reputation for its dynamic, innovative, and eco-responsible spirits portfolio. Acquired by GBH in early 2023, Mangrove Global continues to expand under Gillett’s leadership, incorporating notable brands like SPIRIBAM rums. With turnover growth from £10.5m in 2015 to over £21m last year, Mangrove plans further expansion in 2024, enhancing its presence in the UK market.
Mangrove’s World Whisky collection features an impressive array of global brands, including The English from Norfolk, Stauning from Denmark, and Akashi from Japan. The addition of Kiefer Sutherland’s Red Bank Whisky enriches this portfolio, promising a blend of quality, taste, and innovation.
