fbpx
Connect with us

News

PAS Wants Local Whiskey ‘TIMAH’ To Rebrand As The Name May Cause Confusion For Muslims

Published

Collage 4 3
Source: Buletin Online & WINEPAK

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

“An outstanding spirit that displays refinement, finesse, and complexity.”

That was how a local whiskey brand, known as TIMAH was described upon winning the silver medals at both International Spirits Challenge 2020 (ISC) and the Annual San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 (SFWSC). However, not everyone in our country shares the same enthusiasm over this victory.

Recently, the Penang Mufti expressed his take on the branding as he is concerned that the name TIMAH may stir up controversy among Muslims. This is because the branding closely resembles the name “Fatimah“, which is also the name of the daughter of Prophet Muhammad.

Wan Salim Wan Mohd Noor Bernama 201118 1

“Why not Captain Speedy? I believe that is more appropriate,” said Wan Salim Wan Mohd Noor, who wants the name to be changed in order to avoid more confusions in the future. 

In the meantime, the branding also does not sit well with Mohd Nor Hamzah from the Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS). He wants the public promotion and sales of any alcoholic beverages to cease as it may invite negative and unwanted impacts to the society, especially on the youngsters, reported Sinar Harian. He also thinks that the advertisements for any alcoholic products should adhere strictly to the given guidelines.

Epjljc1X

According to Harakah Daily, PAS wants TIMAH out from the market not just solely because of the branding, but generally on the reason how alcoholic products have led to repercussions such as alcoholism and traffic accidents, regardless of race and religion. The image of the bearded man wearing headgear may also appear as a religious man, which may cause confusion among Muslims.

Following this incident, TIMAH has taken to their Facebook account and release a statement regarding this matter.

Timah Pr

In the statement that was released, TIMAH assured that they do not have any intentions to cause any controversy over the branding and the product is only meant to be consumed by non-Muslims.

 

Of TIMAH and Captain Speedy 

As explained in their statement, the name TIMAH is a reference to tin mining during the old Malaya era when the place was still colonized by the British Empire. If you look back in history, Malaya used to be one of the largest timah (tin) producers during the 19th century.

If you’re wondering why Captain Speedy was brought up by the Mufti, that is because the bearded man on the bottle is actually Captain Tristam Charles Sawyer Speedy, whose name is also imprinted on the bottle, just below his picture.

Timahwhiskycap

In brief, Captain Speedy was the first Superintendent of police in Penang who helped in ending the Larut Wars in Perak. Larut is a mining district in the Malayan state of Perak. Captain Speedy was an English explorer during the Victorian era prior to his days in Malaya as the Superintendent of police.

What do you think of this? Let us know in the comments below!

 

Also read: Drunk Man Joins Search Party For “Missing” Person Not Realising They Were Searching For Him!

Collage 6

Source: Twitter
Source: Facebook

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Collage 67 Collage 67
News10 mins ago

Agong Reminds Fresh Grads Not to Be Picky When Job Hunting or Foreigners Will Fill All Job Positions

Job hunting can be tough but the King has a reminder for all fresh graduates out there. Don’t be picky...

My Post 1 2024 11 14T164042.328 1 My Post 1 2024 11 14T164042.328 1
News46 mins ago

Driver of Overturned Container that Killed a 21yo Woman Casually Shows ‘Peace’ Sign to Reporters

Yesterday, it was reported that a 21-year-old woman had died after a container overturned and crushed her vehicle before crashing...

Collage 14 2 Collage 14 2
News2 hours ago

Car Allegedly Involved in a Hit & Run in Perak Rams Into Motorcyclists Trying to Chase Him Down

Recent CCTV footage that’s been spreading online shows a white sedan ramming into 2 men on a motorcycle in an...

Collage 13 2 Collage 13 2
News5 hours ago

14yo M’sian Student Falls from Pedestrian Walkway Roof After Using Vape Device Found in Desk

In recent news, a male student from a secondary school in Kangar suffered injuries after falling off the roof of...

Collage 63 Collage 63
News7 hours ago

Landslide Occurs at Jalan Tapah – Cameron Highlands, Triggers Rapid Water Flow Downhill

While residents in Klang Valley deal with flash floods, those en route to Cameron Highlands yesterday (November 13) couldn’t proceed...

Feat Image Killing Feat Image Killing
News23 hours ago

The Inconsistent Law Allowing Local Councils in M’sia to Kill Stray Dogs by Shooting Them With Firearms

The killing of a stray dog, affectionately known as ‘Kopi’, in Besut, Terengganu, sparked outrage nationwide last month as the...

Collage 12 2 Collage 12 2
News1 day ago

64yo Woman Turns Her Home into a Literal Prison With Iron Bars to Keep Drug-Addicted Son at Home

A 64-year-old woman from Thailand has come up with desperate measures in an attempt to help her 42-year-old son overcome...

My Post 1 2024 11 13T162127.643 My Post 1 2024 11 13T162127.643
News1 day ago

21yo Woman Dies in Freak Accident After Container Overturns & Crushes Her Car at Penang Traffic Light

A young woman lost her life while a man was injured after the vehicles they were in were hit and...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY