“King Charles Delights at Mey Highland Games with Exclusive Whisky”

King Charles enjoyed the local specialty while relaxing with a whisky at the Mey Highland Games in Scotland. Sporting his traditional kilt, the Monarch engaged with spectators and participants at the annual Caithness event, where he has served as Chieftain since 2002. During the games, he observed various competitions including the tug o’ war and the caber toss. The Mey Highland Games, held at the John O’Groats showground every first Saturday of August, featured Highland dancers, pipe bands, and the Wounded Highlanders, a team of injured military veterans. Established in 1970 to commemorate the late Queen Mother’s 70th birthday, the event has grown over the years, attracting around 2,000 attendees. Meanwhile, King Charles’s son, William, attended the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with his family, including Kate, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and Prince George. Notably, the King recently introduced a limited-edition whisky priced at £3,200 per bottle, crafted to celebrate his 75th birthday. The exclusive Balmoral whisky, from cask number 1838, features a unique Balmoral crest design and is presented in handcrafted wooden cases made from windblown larch from the Balmoral Estate. Additionally, each bottle comes with eco-friendly packaging, including Balmoral Tweed and zero-waste seaweed paper from Notpla, a sustainable material endorsed by Prince William, The Duke of Rothesay.