WIRSPA

Title: WIRSPA Icon Series: Michael Delevante

Guest: Michael Delevante, Former Production Manager and Brand Ambassador, J. Wray & Nephew

Michael Delevante joined J. Wray & Nephew in 1963 as the supervisor of Appleton and New Yarmouth distilleries. Over the next 50 years, he held many positions with the firm, including Production Director and President of Wray & Nephew Canada. He also played an important role in the Canadian spirits industry for many years.

Among his technical accomplishments are designing Appleton’s pot stills and co-authoring the book, The Distiller’s Guide to Rum.