Dalmore Distillery, known for its distinctive, dense, fruity character with a cereal background, stands out due to its unique and somewhat complex distillation process. One of the most unusual features of Dalmore’s operation is its wash stills, which have flat tops, and come in two different sizes. The distillery employs four spirit stills, with two […]
Clynelish Distillery is renowned for producing a distinctive “waxy” new make spirit, with characteristics reminiscent of snuffed candles or waxed jackets. This unique flavor profile is the result of several unusual practices. The process begins with clear worts and long ferments, but the key to the waxy character lies in the distillation process. Uniquely, Clynelish’s […]
BrewDog’s distillery, initially known as LoneWolf, is a cutting-edge experimental facility north of Aberdeen that challenges traditional whisky-making norms. The distillery operates as a testbed for creating a range of spirits, including whisky, gin, vodka, rum, absinthe, and brandy, with a particular focus on pushing the boundaries of Scotch whisky production. BrewDog’s approach is anything […]
Blair Athol is a distinctive single malt whisky that belongs to the “nutty-spicy” camp, a style that traces its roots to the old Bell’s distilleries. Blair Athol brings the “nutty” aspect to its boldest expression. The distillery’s process starts with cloudy worts and a short fermentation period, which helps develop a nutty base. However, it […]
Ben Nevis distillery, located near Fort William at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, has a rich history that dates back to 1825 when ‘Long’ John Macdonald first took out a licence for the distillery. Macdonald’s distillery was known for producing quality whisky, and his son, Peter, built the business significantly, even establishing a second […]
Balblair is an exemplary model of Inver House’s commitment to traditional whisky-making techniques, blending modern marketing with classic methods. The distillery’s focus is on producing a richly fruity new make character, achieved through clear worts, long fermentation in wooden washbacks, and distillation in small, stumpy stills. This approach contributes to the unique sulphury, meaty note […]
Adelphi Distillery, located on the remote Ardnamurchan peninsula in the westernmost part of the British mainland, has made sustainability a key focus in its operations. The distillery generates all the power it needs through a hydro-electric generator in the river that also provides cooling water, while a biomass boiler powered by locally sourced wood chips […]
Ardmore Distillery, located in the rural village of Kennethmont in Aberdeenshire, is a large Victorian facility that stands out for its impressive size and scale, particularly given its peaceful surroundings. It is one of the few peated Highland malts and, for many years, was the last distillery in this region to produce a peated whisky. […]
Arbikie Distillery, located on the east coast of Angus in Scotland, has made a name for itself as one of the country’s most innovative and experimental distilleries. Despite holding back on releasing a whisky for 14 years, Arbikie has carefully crafted its products using a farm-to-bottle process, driven by a deep connection to the land. […]
Aberfeldy Distillery, the heart of the Dewar’s brand, has been a key player in the Scotch whisky industry since its founding in the 1890s. The distillery was established by the Dewar family, who initially gained success as whisky blenders. John Dewar, born in humble circumstances, transitioned from a wine merchant in Perth to blending whisky […]
