'Dream come true': Master blender reflects on 40 years in Scotch whisky

'Dream come true': Master blender reflects on 40 years in Scotch whisky

Scotch whisky giant appoints new master blender after long-standing incumbent steps down

Chivas Brothers Names New Master Blender

What happens when a whisky legend who shaped Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, and Royal Salute for 40 years passes the torch? Meet the new guardian of Scotland's liquid gold.

Sandy Hyslop retires as Master Blender at Chivas after 42 years

Kevin Balmforth is set to succeed Sandy Hyslop as the Master Blender at Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky business of Pernod Ricard. Sandy, who is retiring after more than 40 years in the industry, will continue to support the business as Master Blender Emeritus supporting Chivas Brothers' most prestige whiskies and represent its brands around the world.