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| related = {{ubl|[[Dalmore distillery|The Dalmore]]|[[Jura distillery|Jura]]|[[Whyte & Mackay]]}} |
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==History== |
==History== |
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[[File:Wsmillardpicture.jpg|thumb|Sir Walter S. Millard]] |
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Black Dog was launched in 1883, with the name Millard Black Dog,<ref name="unitedspirits1"/> by James McKinley from the second generation of the Leith Scotch whisky blending family. The whisky was named by Walter Millard, a [[Scottish people|Scot]] from the [[East India Company]], who brought the whisky to India.<ref name="hindu2006">{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2006/09/09/stories/2006090903420300.htm |title=Taste the Dog |publisher=''[[The Hindu]]'' |date=2006-09-09 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> He was fond of [[angling]], and chose to name it after his favourite salmon fishing fly, The Black Dog, which he used to fish in the [[River Spey|Spey]] and [[River Tay|Tay]] rivers in Scotland.<ref name="indiatimes1"/> |
Black Dog was launched in 1883, with the name Millard Black Dog,<ref name="unitedspirits1"/> by James McKinley from the second generation of the Leith Scotch whisky blending family. The whisky was named by Walter Millard, a [[Scottish people|Scot]] from the [[East India Company]], who brought the whisky to India.<ref name="hindu2006">{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2006/09/09/stories/2006090903420300.htm |title=Taste the Dog |publisher=''[[The Hindu]]'' |date=2006-09-09 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> He was fond of [[angling]], and chose to name it after his favourite salmon fishing fly, The Black Dog, which he used to fish in the [[River Spey|Spey]] and [[River Tay|Tay]] rivers in Scotland.<ref name="indiatimes1"/> |
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In 2008, as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of Black Dog, the company held a 10-city concert by Stephen Kabakos, beginning in [[Delhi]] on May 8. The concert also included shows in [[Kolkata]], [[Guwahati]], [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]], [[Mysore]], [[Bangalore]], [[Goa]] and [[Pune]].<ref name="hindu1">{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/006200805041862.htm |title=United Spirits plans nation-wide marketing campaign |publisher=Hindu.com |date=2008-05-04 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> The [[Westin Hotels|Westin]] Gurgaon, New Delhi threw a celebration dinner hosted by Indian whisky connoisseur Sandeep Arora, to celebrate Black Dog's 130th anniversary in 2013.<ref name="indiatimes1"/> |
In 2008, as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of Black Dog, the company held a 10-city concert by Stephen Kabakos, beginning in [[Delhi]] on May 8. The concert also included shows in [[Kolkata]], [[Guwahati]], [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]], [[Mysore]], [[Bangalore]], [[Goa]] and [[Pune]].<ref name="hindu1">{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/006200805041862.htm |title=United Spirits plans nation-wide marketing campaign |publisher=Hindu.com |date=2008-05-04 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> The [[Westin Hotels|Westin]] Gurgaon, New Delhi threw a celebration dinner hosted by Indian whisky connoisseur Sandeep Arora, to celebrate Black Dog's 130th anniversary in 2013.<ref name="indiatimes1"/> |
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In 2013, Black Dog Scotch Whisky celebrates 130 Years since it was founded. <ref name="usl">{{cite web|url=http://unitedspirits.in/usl-scotch.aspx|title=Scotch whisky - Black Dog, Dalmore, Jura, Whyte & Mackay}}</ref> Today it is matured and blended under the watchful eyes of Master Blender Richard Paterson.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.prateekthakker.com/2013/03/the-amazing-history-of-black-dog.html|title=The Amazing history of Black Dog}}</ref> Descended from a long line of whisky blenders, he has been instrumental in the success of some of the finest international brands including Black Dog. |
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==Variants== |
==Variants== |
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Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies is available in 4 unique offerings – The Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky, The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky, The Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky and The Black Dog Black Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky. <ref name="usl" /> |
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Black Dog Centenary is an eight-year-old Scotch whisky blended from 32 different aged single malt and [[Grain whisky|grain whiskies]]. It was launched in [[New Delhi]] in September 2006.<ref name="hindu2006"/><ref name="hindu1"/> |
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=== Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky === |
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Black Dog 12 Year Old Deluxe Scotch<ref name="sommelierindia1">{{cite web|url=http://www.sommelierindia.com/blog/2012/08/usl_launches_black_dog_21_year.html |title=USL launches "Black Dog" 21 Year Old |publisher=Sommelierindia.com |date=2012-08-20 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> was the first and only variant of Black Dog until the introduction of Black Dog Centenary in 2006.<ref name="hindu2006"/> |
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Twenty five of the finest single malts and grain whiskies have been drawn from the highland region of Scotland, in particular from the Speyside Valley. The blend is matured in Oloroso sherry butts from Spain's noblest Bodegas of Gonzalez Byass in Jerez de la Frontera. Aged in Oloroso sherry for a minimum of 30 years, these matusalem butts have provided the platform to marry and mould the Black Dog 21 Year Old. It is a limited Edition Scotch Whisky as '''only 3540 bottles''' have been produced. The blend has recently been awarded the Gold at The Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.<ref name="isw">{{cite web|url=https://www.meiningers-weinsuche.com/de/isw-gewinner-2013%20|title=ISW Gewinner 2013}}</ref> |
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=== Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky === |
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Black Dog 18 Year Old Reserve Scotch is a blend of aged malt and grain whiskies, matured for a minimum of 18 years in oak casks. It was launched in April 2011. It is bottled in a [[Saint-Gobain|Saint Gobain]] bottle, manufactured at a special line in [[Europe]], which is meant only for producing high clarity [[flint glass]] [[decanter]]. The mono-carton is made out of imported [[Foamcore|Kappa Board]], a rare substrate required for printing of items of high value. The cork which sits at the crest of the bottle is a natural superior grade cork.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaprline.com/2011/04/20/luxury-scotch-hits-a-new-high-with-the-black-dog-18-year-old/ |title=Luxury Scotch hits a new high with The Black Dog 18 Year Old |publisher=Indiaprline.com |date=2011-04-20 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> |
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Matured for a minimum of 18 years in oak casks, aged malt and grain whiskies have been skillfully blended together to create Black Dog Aged 18 Years. The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 years Scotch Whisky won the Gold Best in Class Award in the Scotch Whisky – Deluxe Blend – Aged 18 Years. Category at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2011<ref name="iswc">{{cite web|url=http://www.iwsc.net/search2010/wine|title=2011 Results - IWSC.NET}}</ref> and has most recently won the Gold at the Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.<ref name="isw" /> |
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=== Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky === |
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Black Dog 21 Year Old is a blend of 25 single malts and grain whiskies from the Speyside valley of Scotland, which is then matured and aged in Oloroso sherry butts from Spanish Bodegas for 21 years.<ref name="sommelierindia1"/> |
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Earlier known as Black Dog Deluxe, the Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is a blend of 25 fine whiskies from all the regions of Scotland - Speyside, Islay, Highlands and Lowlands, each matured for a minimum period of 12 years creating a bouquet that captures all the flavours of Scotland, giving the blend its very distinctive flavour and taste. |
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=== Black Dog Black Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky === |
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Earlier known as Black Dog Centenary, the Black Dog Black Reserve is a rich and rare premium blended Scotch whisky loaded with exceptional characters. It is blended to perfection with a multitude of malt spirits chosen from the various regions of Scotland. |
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== Timeline == |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|1883 |
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|Black Dog Scotch Whisky was founded |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|1995 |
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|Black Dog Aged 12 years incorporates a new packaging design |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|2006 |
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*Launch of the Black Dog Centenary Blended Scotch Whisky |
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*Black Dog Deluxe Aged 12 Years incorporates a new packaging design to be in line with the Black Dog Centenary Pack |
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*Black Dog Aged 12 Years wins Gold at Monde Selection 2006 |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|2010 |
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|Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is launched |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|2011 |
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|Gold Best in Class Award in the Scotch Whisky Deluxe Blend – 18YO category at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2011 |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|2012 |
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|Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is launched |
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!style="background:#b0c4de;"|2013 |
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*Black Dog Centenary Aged & Rare is rechristened as The Black Dog Centenary Black Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky |
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*Black Dog Deluxe Aged 12 Years is rechristened as The Black Dog Deluxe Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky |
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*Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years & Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years win Gold at ISW 2013 |
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==Marketing== |
==Marketing== |
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USL has used [[jazz]] events as a platform to promote Black Dog in India.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/usl-aiming-for-growth-in-premium-space-110042600065_1.html |title=USL aiming for growth in premium space |publisher=''[[Business Standard]]'' |date=2010-04-26 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> A Black Dog "Jazz Incident" was held in [[Mumbai]] on 22 February 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news-releases/black-dog-jazz-incident-present-curtis-king-mumbai |title=Black Dog 'Jazz Incident' present Curtis King in Mumbai |publisher=Radioandmusic.com |date=2008-02-22 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> The concert featuring the The Curtis King Band, was part of "The Black Dog Jazz Series", a series of jazz concerts in India. The band also performed at Black Dog "Jazz Incident" held in [[Gurgaon]], [[Haryana]] on 28 February 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.afaqs.com/news/company_briefs/index.html?id=30715_Black+Dog+%27Jazz+Incident%27+presents+Curtis+King+in+Gurgaon |title=Black Dog 'Jazz Incident' presents Curtis King in Gurgaon |publisher=afaqs! |date=2008-02-28 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> |
USL has used [[jazz]] events as a platform to promote Black Dog in India.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/usl-aiming-for-growth-in-premium-space-110042600065_1.html |title=USL aiming for growth in premium space |publisher=''[[Business Standard]]'' |date=2010-04-26 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> A Black Dog "Jazz Incident" was held in [[Mumbai]] on 22 February 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news-releases/black-dog-jazz-incident-present-curtis-king-mumbai |title=Black Dog 'Jazz Incident' present Curtis King in Mumbai |publisher=Radioandmusic.com |date=2008-02-22 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> The concert featuring the The Curtis King Band, was part of "The Black Dog Jazz Series", a series of jazz concerts in India. The band also performed at Black Dog "Jazz Incident" held in [[Gurgaon]], [[Haryana]] on 28 February 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.afaqs.com/news/company_briefs/index.html?id=30715_Black+Dog+%27Jazz+Incident%27+presents+Curtis+King+in+Gurgaon |title=Black Dog 'Jazz Incident' presents Curtis King in Gurgaon |publisher=afaqs! |date=2008-02-28 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> |
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*A Key feature of every bottle of Black Dog Scotch Whisky is the presence of the fishing fly from which the blend derives its name. The fishing fly's striking feathers and slender body give it a special elegance. |
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==In popular culture== |
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*In 2013, as a part of the Celebration of 130 years of the brand, The Black Dog Black Reserve and Black Dog Gold Reserve have been launched in a new design. Stylized lines on the Gold Reserve pack commemorate the journey of Sir Walter Millard in his quest for the perfect blend. A stylized version of the fishing fly has been incorporated in the new packs by bringing in colors of Gold & Black instead of the earlier 4 colored fishing fly. |
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In the 1988 [[Bollywood]] film ''[[Shahenshah (1988 film)|Shahenshah]]'', [[Amrish Puri]], playing a [[Boss (crime)|don]] named JK, orders Black Dog whisky while watching a female dancer perform an "[[item number]]". A sidekick asks him why he favours the brand, to which he replies "''Jab bhi mein [[Gora (racial epithet)|gori]] haseeno ko dekhta hoon, mere dil me kale kutte bhaukne lagte hain. Tab mein Black Dog whisky peeta hoon''." (When I see fair-skinned beauties, black dogs bark in my heart. And then I drink Black Dog whisky).<ref>{{cite web|author=Ashok Malik |url=http://www.indianexpress.com/oldStory/62559/ |title=Hail Mogambo! |publisher=''[[The Indian Express]]'' |date=2005-01-13 |accessdate=2013-07-21}}</ref> |
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*Unwind & relax – Black Dog patrons are a driven lot, living hectic schedules, making the need to pause and unwind at the end of a rushed day imperative. Black Dog experiences are designed to give consumers experiences that are deliberately hushed and mellow as they let the world wait, so that they can take on life’s challenges in a stronger way and achieve their goals. |
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== Accolades == |
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The Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies has been recognized multiple times for its quality which can be seen from the numerous awards that have been won. The Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies have won the Gold Medal at several International Awards including The Monde Selection in 2006 and the World Spirits Awards in 2011 for the Black Dog Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky and the Monde Selection, World Spirits Awards and the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2011 for the Black Dog Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky.<ref name="iswc" /> The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years and the Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years also won Gold at Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.<ref name="isw" /> |
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== Sponsorships == |
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Black Dog has sponsored |
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*[[Russell Peters]] Live - 2007 |
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*[[Kenny G]] Live in Concert - 2008 |
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*Black Dog Timeless Classics presents a tribute to [[Elvis Presley]] by Stephen Kabakos - 2008 |
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*Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents [[Colin Mochrie]] & [[Brad Sherwood]] of “[[Whose Line Is It Anyway?]]” - 2010 |
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*Black Dog Guitar Evenings - 2010 |
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*Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents [[Wayne Brady]] of “[[Whose Line Is It Anyway?]]” - 2011 |
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*Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents Hollywood Superstar [[Rob Schneider]] - 2011 |
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*Black Dog Easy Evenings presents Madonna Forever by Melissa Totten – 2012 |
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*Black Dog Easy Evenings presents The Improv - 2012 |
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*Black Dog Easy Evenings presents Master Blender Richard Paterson and Masterchef Italia(2011) Spyros Theodoridis - 2013<ref>{{cite web|title=Black Dog Easy Evenings|url=http://www.facebook.com/blackdogeasyevenings}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 17:56, 10 October 2013
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| Type | Scotch whisky |
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| Manufacturer | United Spirits Ltd (USL) |
| Country of origin | Scotland |
| Introduced | 1883 |
| Alcohol by volume | 42.8% |
| Colour | Amber[1] |
| Flavour | Matured wood, toasted malt, mild honey sweetness, delicate butterscotch[1] |
| Variants |
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| Related products | |
| Website | unitedspirits.in/scotch-brands.aspx |
Black Dog is a brand of Scotch whisky, manufactured by United Spirits Ltd (USL), a subsidiary of the United Breweries Group. Black Dog is distilled, matured and blended in the lowland regions of Scotland.[2] The whiskies used in the blend come from all regions of Scotland - Speyside, Islay, Highlands and Lowlands.[3][4] It is matured in fine Oloroso sherry casks that lend their flavour to the whisky.[2] Black Dog sold in India is locally bottled,[5] by importing the undiluted spirits from Scotland.[6] The brand's main competitors in the Indian market are Something Special and Teacher's Highland Cream.[7][8]
History
Black Dog was launched in 1883, with the name Millard Black Dog,[1] by James McKinley from the second generation of the Leith Scotch whisky blending family. The whisky was named by Walter Millard, a Scot from the East India Company, who brought the whisky to India.[9] He was fond of angling, and chose to name it after his favourite salmon fishing fly, The Black Dog, which he used to fish in the Spey and Tay rivers in Scotland.[2]
In April 2004, it was reported in the media that USL (then named McDowell & Co) was planning to sell Black Dog in Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand.[10] Black Dog had been sold in Pakistan during the British Raj, prior to the Partition of India.[11] In October the same year, it was reported that McDowell & Co was in talks with a bottling company in Pakistan to manufacture Black Dog. According to Vijay Rekhi, then managing director of McDowell & Co, and then President of the UB Group's spirits division, "It will only be a small set-up as just 3 per cent of the Pakistani population is permitted alcohol consumption.[a] But we are looking at the opportunity as we are trying to widen our footprints in the SAARC region." Rekhi also stated that a bottling tie-up was already in place in Sri Lanka and the company was also looking to expand to Bangladesh, Malaysia and Myanmar through similar arrangements.[12][13]
Black Dog was only available in 60ml and 750 ml bottles in India until January 2008, when the company introduced 180ml, 375ml and 2 litre bottles in select markets.[14]
In 2008, as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of Black Dog, the company held a 10-city concert by Stephen Kabakos, beginning in Delhi on May 8. The concert also included shows in Kolkata, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Mysore, Bangalore, Goa and Pune.[15] The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi threw a celebration dinner hosted by Indian whisky connoisseur Sandeep Arora, to celebrate Black Dog's 130th anniversary in 2013.[2]
In 2013, Black Dog Scotch Whisky celebrates 130 Years since it was founded. [16] Today it is matured and blended under the watchful eyes of Master Blender Richard Paterson.[17] Descended from a long line of whisky blenders, he has been instrumental in the success of some of the finest international brands including Black Dog.
Variants
Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies is available in 4 unique offerings – The Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky, The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky, The Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky and The Black Dog Black Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky. [16]
Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky
Twenty five of the finest single malts and grain whiskies have been drawn from the highland region of Scotland, in particular from the Speyside Valley. The blend is matured in Oloroso sherry butts from Spain's noblest Bodegas of Gonzalez Byass in Jerez de la Frontera. Aged in Oloroso sherry for a minimum of 30 years, these matusalem butts have provided the platform to marry and mould the Black Dog 21 Year Old. It is a limited Edition Scotch Whisky as only 3540 bottles have been produced. The blend has recently been awarded the Gold at The Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.[18]
Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky
Matured for a minimum of 18 years in oak casks, aged malt and grain whiskies have been skillfully blended together to create Black Dog Aged 18 Years. The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 years Scotch Whisky won the Gold Best in Class Award in the Scotch Whisky – Deluxe Blend – Aged 18 Years. Category at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2011[19] and has most recently won the Gold at the Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.[18]
Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky
Earlier known as Black Dog Deluxe, the Black Dog Gold Reserve Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is a blend of 25 fine whiskies from all the regions of Scotland - Speyside, Islay, Highlands and Lowlands, each matured for a minimum period of 12 years creating a bouquet that captures all the flavours of Scotland, giving the blend its very distinctive flavour and taste.
Black Dog Black Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky
Earlier known as Black Dog Centenary, the Black Dog Black Reserve is a rich and rare premium blended Scotch whisky loaded with exceptional characters. It is blended to perfection with a multitude of malt spirits chosen from the various regions of Scotland.
Timeline
| Year | Events |
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| 1883 | Black Dog Scotch Whisky was founded |
| 1995 | Black Dog Aged 12 years incorporates a new packaging design |
| 2006 |
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| 2010 | Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is launched |
| 2011 | Gold Best in Class Award in the Scotch Whisky Deluxe Blend – 18YO category at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2011 |
| 2012 | Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky is launched |
| 2013 |
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Marketing
USL has used jazz events as a platform to promote Black Dog in India.[20] A Black Dog "Jazz Incident" was held in Mumbai on 22 February 2008.[21] The concert featuring the The Curtis King Band, was part of "The Black Dog Jazz Series", a series of jazz concerts in India. The band also performed at Black Dog "Jazz Incident" held in Gurgaon, Haryana on 28 February 2008.[22]
- A Key feature of every bottle of Black Dog Scotch Whisky is the presence of the fishing fly from which the blend derives its name. The fishing fly's striking feathers and slender body give it a special elegance.
- In 2013, as a part of the Celebration of 130 years of the brand, The Black Dog Black Reserve and Black Dog Gold Reserve have been launched in a new design. Stylized lines on the Gold Reserve pack commemorate the journey of Sir Walter Millard in his quest for the perfect blend. A stylized version of the fishing fly has been incorporated in the new packs by bringing in colors of Gold & Black instead of the earlier 4 colored fishing fly.
- Unwind & relax – Black Dog patrons are a driven lot, living hectic schedules, making the need to pause and unwind at the end of a rushed day imperative. Black Dog experiences are designed to give consumers experiences that are deliberately hushed and mellow as they let the world wait, so that they can take on life’s challenges in a stronger way and achieve their goals.
Accolades
The Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies has been recognized multiple times for its quality which can be seen from the numerous awards that have been won. The Black Dog range of Scotch Whiskies have won the Gold Medal at several International Awards including The Monde Selection in 2006 and the World Spirits Awards in 2011 for the Black Dog Aged 12 Years Blended Scotch Whisky and the Monde Selection, World Spirits Awards and the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2011 for the Black Dog Aged 18 Years Blended Scotch Whisky.[19] The Black Dog Reserve Aged 18 Years and the Black Dog Quintessence Aged 21 Years also won Gold at Internationaler Spirituosen Wettbewerb 2013.[18]
Sponsorships
Black Dog has sponsored
- Russell Peters Live - 2007
- Kenny G Live in Concert - 2008
- Black Dog Timeless Classics presents a tribute to Elvis Presley by Stephen Kabakos - 2008
- Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” - 2010
- Black Dog Guitar Evenings - 2010
- Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents Wayne Brady of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” - 2011
- Black Dog Comedy Evenings presents Hollywood Superstar Rob Schneider - 2011
- Black Dog Easy Evenings presents Madonna Forever by Melissa Totten – 2012
- Black Dog Easy Evenings presents The Improv - 2012
- Black Dog Easy Evenings presents Master Blender Richard Paterson and Masterchef Italia(2011) Spyros Theodoridis - 2013[23]
References
Citations
- ^ a b c "Scotch whisky - Black Dog, Dalmore, Jura, Whyte & Mackay". Unitedspirits.in. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ a b c d "Scottish bites and vintage sips". The Times Of India. 2013-07-04. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "United Spirits unveils limited edition of Black Dog". Indiantelevision.com. 2008-01-05. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "United Spirits unveils 'Limited Edition' of Black Dog". afaqs!. 2008-01-03. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ Boby Kurian & M Padmakshan (2007-07-14). "State levies may take foreign brands to new highs". The Economic Times. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ C.H. Unnikrishnan (2008-06-02). "UB Group to launch local version of Whyte and Mackay". Livemint. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "USL uses Black Dog to expand scotch biz". Financialexpress.com. 2008-05-11. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "Allied Domecq eyes 20% growth in India". Business Line. 2004-04-24. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Taste the Dog". The Hindu. 2006-09-09. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Arshdeep Sehgal (2004-06-15). "Mallya raises a toast for Samjhauta". Articles.economictimes.indiatimes.com. TNN. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "Indian brand Black Dog whisky in Sri Lanka, Pakistan". Daily Mirror. 2004-04-09. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "McDowell plans foray into Pakistan". Business Standard. 2004-10-11. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "McDowell plans foray into Pakistan". Inhome.rediff.com. 2004-10-11. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "United Spirits Brings Black Dog Premium Scotch Whiskey in attractive packs of 180 ml, 375 ml and 2 litres". afaqs!. 2008-02-07. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ "United Spirits plans nation-wide marketing campaign". Hindu.com. 2008-05-04. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
- ^ a b "Scotch whisky - Black Dog, Dalmore, Jura, Whyte & Mackay".
- ^ "The Amazing history of Black Dog".
- ^ a b c "ISW Gewinner 2013".
- ^ a b "2011 Results - IWSC.NET".
- ^ "USL aiming for growth in premium space". Business Standard. 2010-04-26. Retrieved 2013-07-21.
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Explanatory notes
- ^ Consumption of liquor by Muslims is banned in Pakistan