Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery
Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, offering a true flavour of the Highlands. It was here that their pursuit of Scotch whisky perfection began in 1898.
Address:
- Aberfeldy, Perthshire PH15 2EB
This distillery is included as part of our Perth and Kinross Tour. Read more about the Distillery's history, what flavours the founders wanted to create, and recommendations of four single malts to try in our Aberfeldy Blog piece.
Directions from North or South: Join the A9 to the Ballinluig junction. Follow the A827 to Aberfeldy. Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery is on the town outskirts. Turn left in to the distillery and continue up the hill. The main carpark is on the right hand side, disabled parking is on the left.
Opening Times:
- Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
- Nov-Mar Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed
Well behaved dogs are permitted in the shop and cafe but, unfortunately our furry friends cannot join the tours through the distillery.
Podcast:
We interviewed Mike McGinty, Brand Home Ambassador for Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, in our June 2025 podcast.
Mike shares the fascinating story behind Aberfeldy, the only distillery ever built by the legendary Dewar family. As pioneers in the art of blending, the Dewars chose this site for its perfect combination of heritage, railway access and a remarkably pure water source.
Experiences:
One thing that distinguishes Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery from other Scotch whisky distilleries is their interactive exhibition. The archives tell an amazing story. You will be hosted by an expert guide, experiencing the museum and warehouse, followed by your whisky tastings where you can appreciate the exciting flavours.
You may choose to relax in the welcoming café and whisky lounge, and maybe fill your own bottle from the hand-selected casks.
The popular Whisky Lounge and cafe occupies part of the former malting house. A welcoming yet stylish retreat, with hand-crafted furniture, large sofas and a cosy fireplace, it also has a feature archive wall, with vintage memorabilia, signs and advertising, telling the Dewar’s story.
The beautiful slate whisky bar offers an enviable selection from the John Dewar & Sons Fine Scotch Whisky Emporium portfolio, with Dewar’s blended Scotch whiskies and Aberfeldy single malt and single cask whiskies, as well as malts from Craigellachie, Royal Brackla, Aultmore, and The Deveron.
The café boasts an extensive selection of hot and cold dishes to enjoy when you visit us for a tour based on a showcase of the amazing cafes, restaurants and producers in the local area. We are quality assured by VisitScotland’s ‘Taste Our Best’ scheme, recognising our promotion of good quality local food suppliers.
DEWAR'S ABERFELDY DISTILLERY EXPERIENCE £25
Visit the only distillery built by the Dewar family, discover the story of the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, and see how we craft our Aberfeldy Single Malt. Your visit includes 2 x 15ml tastes, hosted by our expert guides to help you appreciate the exciting flavours. If you’re curious to learn more, add a tasting directly from the cask in our warehouse at the checkout (£10)!
WHISKY EXPLORER EXPERIENCE £65
The Whisky Explorer Experience is designed for true whisky enthusiasts, offering an in-depth journey into the craft, heritage, and innovation behind Dewar’s Blended Scotch and Aberfeldy Single Malt. This premium experience culminates in a sensory whisky tasting, showcasing a selection of rare and aged expressions from our exclusive portfolio.
DEWARS WHISKY BLENDING MASTERCLASS £55
Have you ever been curious about what a Master Blender’s job is like? Join us to discover a range of different whisky styles and the artistry that goes into blending, to create complexity and consistency. Then decide what your house style will be and follow in the footsteps of John Dewar and Stephanie Macleod to create your own 100ml Blended Scotch Whisky to take home.
Please note this experience does not include a tour of the distillery.
DRAMS OF YOUR DREAMS EXPERIENCE from £49 to £120
This is your chance to taste our oldest and rarest expressions. One of our senior guides will talk to you about what whisky you have tried previously, what you like, and what you are curious to discover. We will then curate a bespoke tasting of five rare whiskies that show how the Dewar’s style has evolved and what is special about our Single Malt distilleries. While the exact line-up may vary, each dram is carefully selected to turn your dream drams into a reality.
Please note this experience does not include a tour of the distillery.
30 MINUTE TASTING AND STORIES £17
Short on time but still want a taste of Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery? This express experience offers a rich insight into our storied past and award-winning whiskies – all in just 30 minutes.
Your 30-minute session begins in our museum, where you’ll spend 10 minutes exploring the pioneering legacy of the Dewar family and the story behind our whiskies. From there, you’ll take a seat in our cosy Whisky Lounge for a guided comparative tasting of two remarkable drams. Discover the art of ageing, cask influence, and the subtle differences that define each expression of a Dewar's 18-Year-Old and Aberfeldy 18-Year-Old Red Wine Cask Finish.
Please note this experience does not include a tour of the distillery.
Accessibility:
We make every effort to ensure that Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery is an accessible whisky distillery, welcoming to all. Being a working production facility that was built in the 19th century presents some challenges to accessibility that we work to overcome, aiming to ensure a safe, enjoyable and educational experience for all our visitors. The appreciation of Scotch whisky is a wonderful multi-sensory experience which can be enjoyed by most, regardless of impairment. Some brief information on our various accessibility features is given on this page. For a copy of our full Access Statement, please email AberfeldyDistillery@Dewars.com.
Wheelchair users of those with impaired mobility: Accessed via a gentle slope from the disabled parking bays and over a bridge to our main entrance, our reception, shop, cafe, Whisky Lounge, and heritage exhibition are all on one level. This area features drop counters at our Whisky Bar and Reception/Shop area. Disabled toilet facilities are accessed via a lift down one floor.
The first four rooms of our production tour are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible, but wheelchair users can re-join the tour to view our iconic Still House. Our atmospheric warehouse experience is also on ground floor level and totally wheelchair accessible.
Visitors with visual impairment: Visually impaired visitors will find ample reward in an experience involving the sounds and aromas of whisky production, not to mention the taste of the final product! We are happy to allocate a personal whisky guide who will be on-hand to assist you during your tour, explaining any visual aspects. Please book your tour in advance to ensure we have staff available to provide this service. Official guide dogs are welcome at the distillery, and we can provide a bowl of water upon request.
Visitors with impaired hearing: There is a great deal to see at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Written information explaining the whisky making process accompanies the production tour, and is given in 10 languages, including English. Our fascinating heritage museum is accompanied by a tablet-based bespoke app giving in-depth information in 10 languages, including English. Written tasting notes are available for all of our whiskies.
Carers: Your carer will enjoy a complimentary Aberfeldy tour when accompanying you. As part of this tour, should they be driving, they will be given our ‘drivers pack’ with a mini bottle of whisky to enjoy when driving duties are over.
