Tomintoul Single Malt has pledged its continued support for the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team (CMRT), entering its second year as the official spirits partner of the voluntary emergency service.
Tomintoul Distillery said the continued funding cements its commitment to the long-term partnership, which recognises the value the 40-strong voluntary service brings to the local area.
The sum will go toward keeping CMRT’s equipment up to date, and their team safe, in turn allowing the local community and visitors to continue to enjoy the stunningly, beautiful rugged landscapes that the region has to offer.
“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,” Robert Fleming, distilleries director and master distiller of Angus Dundee Distillers, which owns and operates Tomintoul Distillery, said.
“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.”
Robert Fleming, Master Distiller at Tomintoul with members of the CMRT
In year one, Tomintoul Single Malt worked with the CMRT to identify areas where support was needed most, with the funds donated going towards much needed kit and supplies, as well as enhancing training exercises and education opportunities for the dedicated team and their supporters.
“As ‘The Official Spirit of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team’ we are pleased that we are able to continue our partnership with Tomintoul into its second year,” Willie Anderson, CMRT deputy team leader, 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.”
CMRT is a charity registered in Scotland, as part of the Independent Scottish Mountain Rescue (iSMR). CMRT are one of the busiest mountain rescue teams in Scotland, responding to many accidents, injuries and avalanches throughout the year.