Founded by Andrew Dewar Rattray in 1868, A D Rattray began trading as an importer of French wines, Italian spirits and olive oil. More importantly, however, the company also established itself as a specialist in the field of blending and storage of malt and grain whiskies. In the late 1800s, A D Rattray represented esteemed Highland malts, most notably Stronachie. Under the ownership of William Walker in the early 20th century, the company acquired smaller merchants and continued to supply the Scottish west with stellar whiskey. Now owned by Tim Morrison, formerly of Morrison Bowmore Distillery and a fourth-generation descendant of Rattray, the company's principal purpose is to promote the Stronachie, Cask Islay, and Bank Note brands and to bottle unusual and exclusive casks of Scotch whisky.