Tomintoul Single Malt has continued its support of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team, and entered its second year as the voluntary emergency service’s official spirits partner.
Tomintoul Distillery said that it was committed to a long-term partnership with the CMRT because it recognises the value that the 40-strong voluntary service brings to the local area.
Tomintoul’s new injection of cash will go toward keeping CMRT’s equipment up to date, and its team safe, in turn allowing the local community and visitors to continue to enjoy the rugged landscapes that the region has to offer.
Robert Fleming, distilleries director and master distiller of Angus Dundee Distillers, which owns and operates Tomintoul Distillery, said: “It’s been an honour to support the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team’s mission over the past year by helping to ensure they have the resources they need to save lives, and allowing us to safely enjoy the inspiring nature which surrounds the distillery.
“I’m reminded how natural a partnership this is for us – this incredible organisation embodies the same resilience, commitment and spirit of exploration that Tomintoul Single Malt stands for.
“As we enter our second year of this partnership, we hope to further strengthen our bond with this brave team of volunteers and with the Cairngorms community as a whole.”
In year one, Tomintoul Single Malt worked with the CMRT to identify areas where support was needed most, with the funds going towards much needed kit and supplies, as well as enhancing training exercises and education opportunities for the team and its supporters.
Deputy team leader, Willie Anderson, said: “As one of the busiest mountain rescue teams in Britain the partnership support from Tomintoul Distillery, and their equipment donations, is essential to allowing us to operate safely and efficiently.
“Our partnership allows us to continue our important rescue work in the mountains allowing us to help folk who get into difficulty, all year round.”
Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team is a charity registered in Scotland, as part of the Independent Scottish Mountain Rescue.
