Stepping into an already legendary team, Felix Dear joins Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd as Spirits Curator!
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With a wealth of experience as the former World Whisky & Spirits Buyer for Atom Brands, Felix brings not only passion, but a seasoned hand in the delicate art of curating whisky and the meticulous process of bottling.
In his own words upon assuming this prestigious role, Felix Dear expressed his excitement, stating, “It’s a privilege to join Berry Bros. & Rudd, a company I’ve long admired. My aspiration is to continue building upon the foundations Jonny McMillan has laid in collaborating with new wave and new world whisky distilleries, whilst also allowing me to work more closely with my first passion in the whisky world – Scotch. Additionally, this role offers a unique opportunity to showcase and promote sustainable practices across the industry which I’ve always had a passion for and aligns perfectly with our brand’s ethos.
Nurturing relationships and fostering connections with like-minded whisky lovers has always driven my desire to work in this sector. I look forward to lots of conversations, adventures and of course, discovering world-leading spirits as I take the reins from Jonny to push the boundaries of spirit exploration.”
This transition marks the end of Jonny McMillan’s seven-year tenure as Spirits Reserve Manager, as he sets forth on an exciting journey to open his very own whisky distillery, leaving behind a legacy that Felix Dear is more than ready to build upon.
For more info about Berry, Bros. & Rudd, you can find it here: bbrspirits.com