Commissioned directly by Tomatin Distillery, this project involved creating the full product lifestyle photography for the launch of their Italian Collection — three single malt Scotch whiskies distilled for ten years in Scottish oak casks before being finished for two years in Italian wine casks, producing a uniquely elegant and characterful expression.

The brief was to shoot the whiskies paired with Italian ingredients, flavours, and foods — both as standalone product compositions and alongside models — capturing the cultural crossover at the heart of the collection. The result is a rich, layered set of imagery that feels as considered and crafted as the whiskies themselves.

This was a full production commission — David handled both photography and production, with styling by Phil Mundy — reflecting the end-to-end creative capability David brings to drinks brand launches and product campaigns.

This project is representative of the drinks photography, spirits launch photography, and product lifestyle photography David regularly produces for whisky distilleries, craft spirits brands, and FMCG clients — from studio-based product shoots to fully produced campaign imagery for packaging, retail, and digital channels.

Photography and Production by David McConaghy. Styling by Phil Mundy