{"id":196498,"date":"2026-05-18T08:30:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T06:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxus-plus.com\/?p=196498"},"modified":"2026-05-18T08:41:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T06:41:35","slug":"charles-leclerc-and-chivas-regal-unveil-their-first-whiskey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxus-plus.com\/en\/charles-leclerc-and-chivas-regal-unveil-their-first-whiskey\/","title":{"rendered":"Charles Leclerc and Chivas Regal unveil their first whiskey"},"content":{"rendered":"

Charles Leclerc and Chivas Regal have created a unique blend, a 16-year-old blended Scotch, inspired by the Formula 1 driver\u2019s career.<\/h4>\n

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Following their partnership launched in 2025<\/a>, when Charles Leclerc<\/strong> became the brand\u2019s ambassador, the fruit of the collaboration between Chivas Regal<\/strong> and the Monegasque driver was long awaited. And it was well worth the wait !<\/p>\n

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A whiskey built around the number 16<\/h2>\n

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At the heart of this project lies a central symbol : the number 16<\/strong>. It is both Charles Leclerc\u2019s race number and a powerful personal reference, linked in particular to his date of birth. This number served as the guiding thread throughout the entire whisky creation process.<\/p>\n

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The whisky is thus based on a blend of sixteen different whiskies, each aged for at least sixteen years<\/strong>. For the brand, this is an unprecedented and innovative venture, breaking with its previous releases.<\/p>\n

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Charles Leclerc, for his part, did not settle for a symbolic role: he was directly involved in developing the blend, working closely with master blender Sandy Hyslop<\/strong>. Together, they selected whiskies with complementary profiles to create a rich aromatic signature.<\/p>\n

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\u201cMy trip to Scotland, visiting the distilleries, and understanding the passion that drives every cask inspired me to create my own blend. Chivas Regal and I share the same conviction : the level we\u2019ve reached today is just a starting point. I encouraged Sandy to push the boundaries. He inspired me to look at things differently<\/em>,\u201d said Charles Leclerc<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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A rich and structured sensory experience<\/h2>\n

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The blend notably features a Longmorn single malt aged in sherry casks, personally selected by the driver during a visit to Scotland.<\/p>\n

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The result is a whisky described as full-bodied and velvety, characterized by rich and spicy notes. Aromas of honey, ripe fruit, and dried fruit blend with hints of caramel, chocolate, and citrus.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Chivas Regal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Sandy Hyslop<\/strong>, master blender at Chivas, was quick to praise the driver\u2019s involvement in crafting this drink : \u201cCharles didn\u2019t just put his name on it. He was there, making decisions, standing up for his ideas. He was drawn to the character that defines Chivas Regal : rich, complex, and deeply layered. What we created together is a blend that undeniably belongs to him\u2014and to us just as much<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The whisky is being released as a limited edition, accompanied by marketing initiatives and immersive experiences set to unfold throughout 2026.<\/p>\n

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Read also > How has Formula 1 become the sport of choice for luxury brands ?<\/a><\/p>\n

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Featured photo : \u00a9 Chivas Regal<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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