In a word, Glenrothes is complex. It is a slow whisky which because of its weight takes time to mature. It also needs longer than most to open up in the glass. This notion of time and speed are central to its production. Mashing is speedy, while fermentation in a mix of steel and wood […]
Glenlossie is a Speyside distillery known for producing whisky with a delicate character, which makes it a key contributor to Diageo’s blends. Despite its prominence in blending, it is rarely seen as a single malt, though it has appeared in Diageo’s Flora & Fauna series as a 10-year-old. The distillery’s distinctive spirit is shaped by […]
The Glenlivet’s rich history, marked by both innovation and tradition, has positioned it as one of the most well-known and successful distilleries in Speyside. It was founded in 1859 by George Smith, who, after securing a license in the wake of the 1823 Excise Act, helped to pioneer the modern Scotch whisky industry. The Glenlivet […]
The first impression of Glenfiddich is that of its scale. This 35 hectare site contains a cooperage, coppersmith, bottling lines, a vast warehousing complex and two stillhouses containing 28 stills – by some distance the largest number in Scotland. This is malt whisky making on a huge scale. All of the stills in ‘Stillhouse 2’ […]
Glenfarclas, one of the oldest distilleries in Speyside, is known for its commitment to traditional whisky-making practices. It remains one of the few distilleries using direct fire to heat its stills, which is believed to add weight and richness to the distillate. The distillery’s signature whisky is matured in ex-Sherry casks, primarily Oloroso Sherry, which […]
Glendullan produces a green, grassy spirit through long fermentation and slow distillation, which gives it a lightly fruity character. The distillery is situated on the banks of the river Fiddich and uses a combination of stainless steel and wood for fermentation. Glendullan’s whisky is primarily bottled as a single malt under the Singleton brand. The […]
Glenburgie, known for its fragrant, sweet, slightly grassy character with a hint of oiliness, is predominantly used for blending, especially in the Ballantine’s blend, where it plays a crucial role. Due to Ballantine’s status as the second-largest-selling whisky globally, Glenburgie’s releases as a single malt are rare, with sightings as infrequent as the Loch Ness […]
GlenAllachie, originally built in 1967 during the whisky boom, was primarily used for blending, particularly by Chivas Brothers. The distillery is known for its light profile, typical of many 1960s distilleries, with malty undertones and delicate fruitiness. However, under the ownership of The GlenAllachie Distillers Company, led by Billy Walker, the whisky’s character has evolved. […]
Glen Spey, one of the distilleries located in Rothes, follows a relatively light character similar to other J&B-owned distilleries, though it distinguishes itself with a nuttier and slightly oily profile, attributed to its use of a purifier pipe in the distillation process. This adds a layer of texture to the spirit, setting it apart from […]
Glen Moray is known for its soft and fruity character, which pairs exceptionally well with American oak. The distillery benefits from its proximity to the River Lossie, which is believed to create a slightly warmer and more humid microclimate, aiding the maturation process. Since its acquisition by La Martiniquaise, Glen Moray has increasingly used first-fill […]
