Bangaluru, September 22, 2025: The International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) proudly announces that Nandini Nair, a final-year Food and Beverage specialization student from IIHM Bangalore, has been selected to participate in the exclusive Scot Malt Tour 2025. This exciting, week-long educational journey immerses students into Scotland’s rich whisky heritage and culture, blending experiential learning with global hospitality expertise.
Nandini’s selection from over 150 applicants was the result of a rigorous multi-stage process including in-depth written rounds on spirits, wines and the whisky industry, culminating in a personal interview with Mr. Ron Scott, IIHM’s Scotland-based International Director. Reflecting on her achievement, Nandini shares, “Being selected for the Scot Malt Tour has been a dream since my first year. The support from my college mentors and director has been incredible and this opportunity will significantly shape my future in the beverage industry.”
As a BSc Honours student affiliated with the University of West London, Nandini has gained both practical and theoretical expertise in food and beverage management. She expresses excitement about immersing herself in the whisky making process, from the malting to the cooperage and exploring Scotland’s culture firsthand. “I am eager to witness where whisky is made and absorb the traditions and stories behind it,” she says, highlighting her passion for sommelier aspirations.
The Scot Malt Tour 2025, curated by Professor Ron Scott, offers unparalleled exposure to iconic distilleries such as Glenfiddich and Glenlivet, as well as innovative venues like Edinburgh Gin Distillery. This tour epitomizes IIHM’s philosophy of “High Tech, Higher Touch” learning by combining heritage, innovation and cultural storytelling to nurture the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Sabrina Dey, General Manager of ITC Windsor Bengaluru and a distinguished IIHM Fellow, congratulates Nandini and fellow participants: “This journey offers priceless exposure to the craftsmanship of Scotch-making in its birthplace. It will undoubtedly enrich their knowledge and inspire them to elevate guest experiences worldwide.”
With her keen interest in the beverage industry and a strategic focus on wines and whiskies, Nandini is poised to make a mark in hospitality, aspiring to climb the career ladder and become a sommelier. She credits IIHM’s comprehensive curriculum and unwavering mentorship for preparing her to take this leap confidently.
Apart from Nandini Nair from IIHM Bangalore, Bhavisha Varlani, IIHM Ahmedabad, Sawan Rawat, IIHM Delhi, Archi Anil, IIHM Goa, Alwin Anto Thanikkal, IIHM Hyderabad, Bhaskar Mondal, IIHM Kolkata, Aditi Dey, IIHM Kolkata, Vishal Saini, IIHM Jaipur and Althea Dsouza, IIHM Pune have also been selected as finalists for the prestigious Scot Malt Educational Tour 2025.
These distinguished students represent diverse IIHM campuses across India and have earned this opportunity through their dedication, passion and academic excellence, joining Nandini in exploring Scotland’s world-renowned distilleries.