Highland Park's master whisky maker Gordon Motion retires

Highland Park Master Whisky Maker Retires

Gordon Motion (left) and Marc Watson (right). Marc Watson is taking up the mantle of Master Whisky Maker at Highland Park following Gordon Motion’s retirement. Credit: Edrington After nearly three decades of crafting award-winning single malts, Highland Park’s Master Whisky Maker Gordon Motion steps down from his role at the Orkney distillery. The man who shaped the distillery’s portfolio for 27 years leaves behind a legacy marked by innovation …

Highland Park's master whisky maker Gordon Motion retires

Gordon Motion with a bottle of Sherry Skies, a limited edition 19-year-old single malt to celebrate his legacy. Gordon Motion has spent 27 years at the helm of the Orkney distillery’s renowned whisky portfolio. He now hands the baton to Marc Watson who brings more than 11 years of experience to the table, including his role as master blender for The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt since 2023. Motion was assistant to the whisky quality manager for a…