New Scottish Exporter of the Year Scotlands famous Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water has been named New Scottish Exporter of the Year at Food From Britains Export Awards Ceremony, held at the Landmark Hotel in London on 10th December 2008. The Award, sponsored by Scottish Development International, is designed to endorse the success of Scottish food and drink exports to all parts of the world and to highlight the opportunities for Scottish brands. Stephen Price, Chief Executive of Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water, said: Winning this award is a triumph for brand development and demonstrates the unique provenance of Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water. Our low mineral content, our brand name and our fine quality presentation ensures our positioning as a premium beverage brand Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water clearly focuses on the premium Food Service Sector and has an impressive client base within the UK as well as overseas. Its reputation for top-end quality branding is now rapidly spreading worldwide as consumers become more discerning and demand only the best. From initial sales close to home in France, Spain and Belgium, Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water is now exporting to Japan, Dubai, Thailand and Hong Kong. The water is on the menus of some of the worlds most exclusive establishments including the Burj Al Arab in Dubai; Macdonald Hotels, Principal Hotels and Hand Picked Hotels in the UK; and The Ritz in Paris. Stephen Price added: The worlds best hotels and restaurants demand top quality products on their menus and wine lists and their water offering is no different. Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water is not just another bottled water but a strong brand with unique Scottish provenance. www.speysideglenlivetwater.com

-ends- Notes to Editors Source Speyside Glenlivet Natural Mineral Water is abstracted from a naturally emerging spring known locally as Slochd in the Braes of Glenlivet, on the Crown Estate of Glenlivet in Scotland. A thousand feet above sea level, the pure natural mineral water remains fresh, clear and cold in winter and in summer, and comes from Scotlands highest spring. Character of the water The water is pH 7.6 to 7.7, very lightly mineralised, with total dissolved solids of the order of 80mg/l, conductivity of 100µS/cm, and a dry residue at 180 ◦C of about 46mg/l. The principal character is of a balanced water of very low mineralisation. Typical Analysis Sodium 3.9 Calcium 12.0 Potassium 0.7 Magnesium 1.6 Chloride 5.0 Sulphate 4.0 Nitrate <1.0 Tasting notes: Described as The Emptiest Water the water is pure in taste and therefore a perfect accompaniment to any food, whisky or wine. The water has the lowest mineral content of any other water in the UK and one of the lowest in the world. For further information, interviews or images please contact: Jo Jacobius Axiom Communications jo@axiom-uk.com 020 8347 8206