1924 Whisky Association Donation

The last piece of the collection, obtained last year through the Go Fund Me campaign, has finally arrived. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who contributed to that effort, allowing me to delve into each document and share them with a broader audience. If the chance arises to gather more documents, I would eagerly pursue that opportunity again. It’s reasonable to believe that a considerable amount of material from the distillery office was preserved, and I hope it can be found somewhere.

This seems likely, as I recall numerous documents surfacing at a car boot sale a few years back, and we’ve also seen individual pieces popping up on eBay and through online auction houses in clusters. Glen Mhor appears to have a robust presence in this regard compared to other distilleries, suggesting a promising future, even as we approach the conclusion of the documents we've gathered so far.

The Whisky Association was a trailblazing organisation that established the groundwork for what is now the influential Scotch Whisky Association. The fact that Mackinlay & Birnie were one of its supporters isn't much of a surprise and given the historical events that impacted distilling during these times, it was vital to have a rallying point and representative.

In today's money this fee is several hundred pounds is arguably good value compared to the cost of joining today's equivalent. It also underlines their commitment to Scotch whisky and representation. Something that should not be a major surprise given John Birnie's approach to all matters and sense of professionalism and status.

Thanks to Historic England, we can see 68-70 Fenchurch Street as it was in 1911:

While this document may not offer the most insight, there is certainly value in gathering every single detail, no matter how minor. Additionally, if you possess any documents or items related to Glen Mhor, then I would be eager to hear from you.