‘There are so many amazing rare whisky brands and bottlers out there, all doing amazing things. I didn’t want to create something that already exists and so decided to do something completely different,’ says Koutsakis. ‘To move away from the more traditional labels and ranges that depict Scotland and its history, and create something modern, colourful – that’s just plain fun. The story-telling part of the project is the most exciting for me, as a writer. Writing the comic book and creating the universe has been so exciting. And luckily I found Carl, a truly amazing artist, who manages to perfectly bring everything I write to life. I really hope drinkers become fans of W and his adventures.’

While Koutsakis creates the stories, and characters, the comics are illustrated by Carl Harrison, an award-winning illustrator. The website will also encompass state-of-the-art functions and capabilities, aiming to provide a smooth and enjoyable customer experience.

Tasting Notes:

Matured in sherry, the nose starts with thick, rich notes of dark fruit, spice, and dried fruits. The palate delivers the notes of the nose, along with a touch of pepper, rich sherry, and winter berries. The finish is long and rich, with the dark fruit notes lasting throughout.

Agent W is available to purchase directly from www.maltyverse.com and can be delivered to a large number of states across the USA. Each bottle will retail for US$399 and comes with a comic book, a gift box, and exclusive access to the website’s comic section.