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Harrison Ford's Kilt Sparks Controversy in Whisky Ad

2/2/2025

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Glenmorangie’s latest ad campaign, starring Harrison Ford and directed by Joel Edgerton, brings a humorous twist to the whisky-making process at their Scottish distillery. Yet, Ford's kilt, crafted by an English brand, has sparked backlash from local kilt makers who believe it should have been made in Scotland, raising questions about cultural authenticity in celebrating heritage.

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Glenmorangie’s latest ad campaign, starring Harrison Ford and directed by Joel Edgerton, brings a humorous twist to the whisky-making process at their Scottish distillery. Yet, Ford's kilt, crafted by an English brand, has sparked backlash from local kilt makers who believe it should have been made in Scotland, raising questions about cultural authenticity in celebrating heritage.