Macallan Whisky partners with Bentley as part of 2030 carbon neutral plan

Macallan Whisky has committed to a fully electric passenger vehicle fleet on The Macallan Estate by 2025, announcing a partnership with luxury British automotive manufacturer Bentley Motors today.

The partnership was announced at The Macallan Estate in the Speyside region of Scotland, alongside the launch of a new Hybrid Bentley – the New Flying Spur Hybrid. Macallan will take delivery of two hybrid Bentleys this year. 

The luxury vehicle is described as "the next step in Bentley’s journey to become the world’s leading sustainable luxury mobility company as part of its Beyond100 strategy". 

Together they aim to create products and experiences for their shared customers, starting with a bespoke single malt whisky.

The partnership between the two brands will initially focus on a number of core areas, including the brands’ shared journey to carbon neutrality, innovative research into the sourcing of sustainable materials, and teamwork on finding and sharing sustainable, local suppliers. 

Key goals are achieving carbon neutrality on The Macallan Estate by 2030, promoting responsible sourcing and cultivating a global community of artisans. It is also committed to having a fully electric passenger vehicle fleet on The Macallan Estate by 2025.

Igor Boyadjian, Managing Director for The Macallan, said: “The Macallan and Bentley Motors each have a rich past, and shared values of mastery, craftsmanship, creativity and innovation. Our collaboration presents a remarkable opportunity to compare our time-earned knowledge and learn from each other, supporting fresh thinking about our businesses, our customers, and ultimately our products.  

“A key focus of the partnership will be our commitment to a more sustainable future. The breath-taking natural landscape at The Macallan Estate provides the perfect platform for us to embark together on this exciting and extraordinary journey.” 

Established by Alexander Reid on a plateau above the River Spey in north-east Scotland in 1824, The Macallan is renowned across the globe for its extraordinary single malt whiskies. Nurtured by nature for almost 200 years, sustainability is a constant guiding principle for the brand. Its wide-reaching sustainability strategy incorporates a range of elements including giving back to communities; nurturing The Macallan Estate; progressive packaging; and partnering with sustainable suppliers.  

Bentley’s Chairman and Chief Executive, Adrian Hallmark, said: “Transforming Bentley into the world’s most sustainable luxury car company is an exciting journey, and I’m delighted to be working with The Macallan with one common goal – to both lead our fields as we work towards a more sustainable future.  

Bentley Motors was founded in London in 1919 and quickly rose to fame in the world of motorsports, before carving out an unmatched position as the pinnacle of the automotive sector, able to combine luxury and performance in a unique and unrivalled way.  The world’s most sought-after luxury car brand, Bentley Motors is now undergoing the biggest transformation in its 102-year history with the introduction of its ambitious Bentley 100 sustainability strategy.