Glen Garioch 1998 28 Year Old Finn Thomson Official Tartan Army Bottling - AR26 Charity lot With Andrew Robertson MBE Portrait

Well this really is something very special.  Finn Thomson, a bottler with deep connections to Scottish whisky history, in celebration of Scotland’s return to the World Cup in 2026 has collaborated with Scotland Captain Andrew Robertson’s AR26 charity to produce this stunning lot.   Not only does the winning buyer receive a delicious-looking 28 year old single cask Glen Garioch this lot also contains an original artwork of Robertson by Mark Sib, a celebrated figure in Scottish contemporary art known for his emotive depictions of sporting icons

Mark Sib is a Scottish oil painter who starts every portrait with chaos on the canvas, then pulls realism out of the mess. Each piece lands somewhere unexpected, capturing something about the subject that a photograph never could. The portrait captures the intensity, leadership, and pride synonymous with the Scotland captain, rendered in Sib’s distinctive, expressive style.

The keen-eyed bidder might also spot that bottle number 26 adds further significance, directly linking to Robertson’s squad number and his personal commitment to the initiative.  The Scotland Captiain has signed the tube, and the lot also has a certificate of authenticity also signed by the player.  100% of the proceeds will be going directly to AR26 Charity whose stated aim is “to create chances for children and young people across Scotland—closing the gap on disadvantage and levelling the playing field.”

More details on this fantastic charity can be found here - https://www.ar26.org.uk/

For the final word let’s leave it to our Captain:

“This is a special opportunity to bring together two things that represent Scotland so well—our football and our whisky—while raising funds for a cause that means a great deal to me and my family. Every bid will help create real opportunities for young people across the country.”

Distilled: 12.02.1998

Bottled: 24.03.2026

Age: 28 Years Old

Cask Type: Bourbon Barrel

Cask Number: 652

42.1% ABV / 70cl

Bottle Number: 26 / 134

Please note this item has a signed tube, certificate of authenticity, and original artwork.  Extra costs may apply when shipping.

Please examine all images of the lot, any packaging and labels carefully and satisfy yourself as to their condition before making a bid.