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Rare Book
Celebrated with Rare Drams in Donation
to National Library of Scotland for its
Centenary.
In honour of Scotland’s natural heritage
and enduring cultural legacy, Gordon &
MacPhail, one of the nation’s most
respected independent Scotch whisky
producers, has joined forces with Mr.
Pote Narittakurn Lee, Chairman of iGroup
(and owner of Gordon & MacPhail’s
distribution partner in Thailand), to
donate a rare 21st-century edition of
John James Audubon’s Birds of America to
the National Library of Scotland.
This remarkable act of generosity marks
two significant anniversaries: the
National Library of Scotland’s centenary
and Gordon & MacPhail’s 130th year. The
donation celebrates a mutual dedication
to preserving knowledge, artistry, and
the natural world for future
generations.
Founded in 1895, Gordon & MacPhail is
synonymous with heritage, family
tradition, and mastery in whisky
maturation. Over the past century, the
company has elevated global appreciation
for single malt Scotch through its
meticulous craft and deep respect for
time. That same spirit of care and
precision resonates in Audubon’s
masterwork—an artistic and scientific
testament to nature’s splendour.
"This donation honours our shared
appreciation for Scotland’s natural
world, its literary and artistic
traditions, and the importance of
preserving cultural treasures," said Mr.
Lee, whose company iGroup has led
innovation in digital publishing for
over four decades. “We are proud to
support the National Library of
Scotland’s vital role in safeguarding
the nation’s heritage."
Stephen Rankin, Director of Prestige at
Gordon & MacPhail, added: "Just as our
whiskies capture the essence of place
and time, Audubon’s Birds of America
captures the delicate beauty of the
natural world. It’s a privilege to mark
our 130th year with a gesture that
celebrates both legacy and landscape."
The donated edition will become part of
the Library’s special collections, where
it will be preserved and made accessible
to the public—uniting art, science, and
storytelling in a timeless tribute.
The occasion will be marked with an
exclusive event, where invited guests
will celebrate the donation with a
tasting of some of Gordon & MacPhail’s
rarest and most exceptional single malt
Scotch whiskies—an evening blending
culture, craftsmanship, and the enduring
Scottish spirit.
You will find the Gordon & MacPhail
whisky range available from
specialist online whisky shops such as
The Whisky Exchange
and
Master of Malt
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