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Peter A Walker

Master blender bows out after 45 years blazing a trail for women in whisky

The career of Scotch whisky-maker Maureen Robinson is being celebrated, as she prepares for retirement after 45 years in the industry.

The master blender, one of the first women in the industry to hold that prestigious title, has worked on many of Diageo's brands, including The Singleton, Johnnie Walker, Buchanan’s and Old Parr.

She built an unparalleled knowledge of the company's 10 million cask inventory and was instrumental in developing prestigious projects like the Diageo Special Releases, Casks of Distinction programme and the Prima and Ultima series.

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