James Buchanan QE2 1970s

The QE2 Scotch Whisky from the 1970s was a blended whisky crafted in honor of Queen Elizabeth 2, by James Buchanan & Co. in Glasgow. Originating from Ontario, Canada, in 1849, James Buchanan relocated to Scotland, initially working with Charles Mackinlay & Co. before establishing his own venture in 1884. Alongside W.P. Lowrie, Buchanan developed the first Buchanan Blend, incorporating spirits from Dalwhinnie, Clynelish, and Glendullan distilleries, tailored to suit the English taste. This blend gained prominence, especially within the House of Commons, prompting Buchanan to rename it in honor of this distinction. The blend, known for its unique black and white packaging, was officially named Black & White whisky in 1902. Following a merger with John Dewar & Sons in 1915, the company evolved into Buchanan-Dewar, later joining the Distillers Company Limited (DCL) in 1925. Today, Diageo, its contemporary incarnation, continues to produce its renowned blends.