House of Hazelwood • One for the Next

We were commissioned by Whisky Magazine to produce a short documentary on one of the most ambitious projects ever attempted in Scotch whisky: One for the Next, from House of Hazelwood. The vision? To craft the world’s first 100-year-old single grain whisky, released over the course of four decades. Our film would introduce the project through its inaugural release – a 60-year-old Girvan – and capture the quiet brilliance behind this legacy in the making.

This wasn’t just about showcasing a rare whisky, it was about honouring the long view. We set out to tell a story of vision, patience, and family legacy. Filming in the dunnage warehouses of William Grant & Sons and at the historic Hazelwood House itself, we wanted to explore not just the age of the whisky, but the people and philosophy behind it. Through evocative visuals and reflective storytelling, we aimed to create a film that felt as timeless as the spirit it celebrates.

Pre-Production
With the launch of the 60-year-old Girvan on the horizon, we worked closely with Whisky Magazine and House of Hazelwood to shape a production plan that would allow us to film both the beauty of the surrounding landscapes and the deeper themes of legacy and ambition. Research and sensitivity were key, this project had decades behind it and decades ahead. We planned interviews, location setups, and visual sequences that would highlight both intimacy and grandeur.

Production
We filmed over several days in the heart of Speyside, moving between the exteriors of the distillery and the depths of century-old warehouses. Inside, we captured the ageing casks, rare coopered wood, and the people entrusted with these spirits. We filmed interviews with key figures including John Ross, Ian McDonald, George Carail, and archivist Andy Fairgrieve.

Post-Production
In the edit, we focused on tone – the pace needed to feel measured, to mirror the weight of the project itself. We layered the visuals with some of the incredible photography that Andy Fairgrieve has spent the past few years archiving. This gave us an amazing insight into the history of the family, and we even got to see shots of the original casks from when they were first filled. These archival elements added depth and texture, bridging the past and present.

The Final Film
The resulting film premiered across Whisky Magazine’s platforms to coincide with the official release of the 60-year-old expression. It’s an introduction to one of the boldest projects in whisky history, not just a story of rarity, but of patience, family, and long-term vision. It was a privilege to help bring it to life. We’re looking forward to checking in how things progressing in the next 10 years.