The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes, the Whiskey Voted 'Best Irish Whiskey,' Now on Sale in California
Three times voted 'BEST IRISH WHISKEY'; voted 'BEST IRISH WHISKEY' by Californians at SIP Awards, San Diego (July 2011); now available in California from Wine Warehouse
LONDON, Oct. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Wherever you are in the world, if you are of Irish descent you are part of this story and entitled to call yourself "Wild Geese."
The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes Collection honors the Irish emigres who left Ireland in 1691. After their defeat at the Battle of The Boyne, Patrick Sarsfield and his followers left Ireland. In the hope and belief that this would be a temporary strategic exile, they took the name "Wild Geese," birds that always return to their place of birth.
Through oppression and famine they created a beautiful dream - freedom for everyone.
European courts welcomed the aristocracy and military where they quickly rose to prominence and became hugely successful. Others, armed only with their wits, had to fend for themselves.
No other country received more of the Wild Geese than America and no ethnic group had a greater impact on the history of the USA.
Three "Wild Geese," George Taylor, James Smith and Matthew Thornton, were all signatories to the American Declaration of Independence. Thomas Fitzsimmons signed the United States Constitution.
John Barry travelled to the US from County Wexford, Ireland and is widely regarded as "The Father of the American Navy." He ascended to Commodore, thus becoming America's first commissioned naval officer and also its first flag officer.
THIS BRAND TELLS THEIR STORY.
The Single Malt
Best Non-Aged Irish Malt (WWA 2011)
Best Irish Whiskey (WSWA 2010)
Double Gold (WSWA 2010)
Gold Medal (Spirits Business 'Whiskey Masters' Challenge 2010)
94/100 Finalist (Ultimate Beverage Challenge 2011)
The Limited Edition
Platinum, Best in Class (SIP Awards July 2011)
93/100, 'Simply Stunning' (Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2010)
The Rare Irish
Gold Medal (Drinks International Cocktail Challenge)
89.9/100, 'Superb', 'A Treat' (Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2010)
4-Star 'Highly Recommended' (Paul Pacult, Spirits Journal)
Silver Medal (WSWA 2010)
The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes is recognized the world over as the only super-premium Irish whiskey collection. Find out why whiskey drinkers are making The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes their drink of choice and join us:
See the epic story of The Wild Geese and a tasting guide to our collection:
http://www.youtube.com/Protege1691
Follow us online:
http://www.facebook.com/thewildgeeseirishsoldiersandheroes
http://www.twitter.com/thewildgeeseish
To download images:
http://www.protege-international.com/downloads/usapresskit.zip
For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact:
Aaron Maughan
PR Officer
Protege International
http://www.protege-international.com
[email protected]
Tel: + 44 (0) 8700 339 866
Mob: + 44 (0) 7760 388 276
In California:
Alfredo Gama
Spirits Manager-Southern California
Wine Warehouse
(800) 331-2829 x 3213
[email protected]
Alan Kerman
V.P., Spirits Manager-Northern California
Wine Warehouse
(800) 331-2829 x 6036
[email protected]
**Outside North America The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes is sold under the brand name "The Wild Geese."
The Wild Geese, The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey, The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes, The Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes and Untamed are registered trademarks. Made under the authority of the trademark proprietor (c) Avalon Group Inc. 2002-2011.
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