
Vintage advertising mirror for White Horse Blended Scotch Whisky
History
White Horse Blended Scotch Whisky was first produced in 1861 by James Logan Mackie in Glasgow, Scotland. The brand became one of Scotland's most recognizable whisky labels, with its iconic white horse imagery derived from the White Horse Cellar coaching inn in Edinburgh. Advertising mirrors like this one were popular promotional items produced primarily from the 1960s through the 1980s, distributed to bars, pubs, and retailers to enhance brand visibility. This type of vintage barware and breweriana is highly sought after by collectors of whisky memorabilia, pub advertising, and mid-century promotional items. The White Horse brand's strong visual identity and historical significance make these mirrors appealing to both whisky enthusiasts and collectors of vintage advertising. Such pieces are valued for their nostalgic appeal and decorative quality, often displayed in home bars, man caves, or collections focused on Scottish heritage and spirits history.
Origin
United Kingdom
Maker
White Horse Distillers (promotional item)
Time period
circa 1970-1980