Woodford Reserve is creating a sensorial experience at Istanbul International Airport to bring the flavors of its American Whiskey to traveling consumers.
The pop-up lounge will run until December 31st and is staffed 24 hours daily.
“This sensory lounge will be a spectacle of the senses that take visitors through a Woodford Reserve journey,” said Elizabeth McCall, Master Distiller at Woodford Reserve. “By engaging the five senses, we will introduce consumers to Woodford Reserve and bring the travel shopping experience to new heights.”
Woodford Reserve has partnered with Usla Akademi, one of the leading culinary academies in Turkey. They have crafted a special bonbon to give travelers the tasting experience of Woodford Reserve Bourbon.
“We are thrilled to join forces with our partners Usla Akademi and Heinemann and Unifree Duty-Free to introduce the Woodford Reserve Sensory Lounge at Istanbul International Airport. This collaborative effort sets a new standard for unforgettable airport experiences.”, said Stéphane Morizet, Marketing Director Brown-Forman Global Travel Retail.
Woodford Reserve bottles, including Bourbon, Malt, Double Oaked, Batch Proof series, and Baccarat Edition, will be available. The Istanbul Airport Personal Selection edition of Distiller’s Select, which can only be purchased in Istanbul Airport, is also available. After purchasing two bottles, consumers will receive a branded Istanbul tote bag.
Sensory Lounge partner quotes
Bastian-Philipp Müller, Head of Buying Liquor at Heinemann comments: “We always aim to surprise travelers with something they would not expect. Hence, we are thrilled to introduce the Woodford Reserve Sensory Lounge at Istanbul International Airport. It is an invitation to embark on a multi-sensory journey into the world of fine bourbon and a unique experience that mirrors our commitment to provide unforgettable experiences.”
Unifree Duty-Free Chief Commercial Officer Ceren Tonguç said: “As Unifree Duty-Free, we are committed to providing the best products and services to our passengers in all our operations. We always aim to send off our passengers pleased with the wide and special product options we offer, especially at Istanbul Airport, which has the largest duty-free area in the world. In this sense, we are thrilled to introduce the Woodford Reserve Sensory Lounge at Istanbul International Airport. Visitors of the sensory lounge will experience an unforgettable journey of taste and have the opportunity to purchase a range of Woodford Reserve.’’
