GlenAllachie Distillery

GlenAllachie Distillery is located between Aberlour and Ben Rinnes in the heart of Speyside. It is known for its richly flavoured single malts and strong focus on cask influence, particularly sherry and specialty wood maturation.

Crowned Visitor Attraction of the Year 2022 at the Icons of Whisky Awards, The GlenAllachie Distillery invites you to discover the process, production and people who make our exceptional single malts.

About GlenAllachie Distillery

Founded in 1967, GlenAllachie remained relatively low-profile until its modern revival under independent ownership, which repositioned it as one of Speyside’s most flavour-focused distilleries.

The whisky is known for deep colour, rich texture, and bold sherry influence, shaped by long fermentation times and careful cask selection. The distillery places strong emphasis on wood management as the key driver of flavour.

GlenAllachie Tours & Experiences

Book now to discover the process, production and people who make our exceptional single malts. No time for a tour? Or simply looking to taste the award-winning whiskies then visit the Whisky Bar & Tasting Lounge, including an outdoor terrace area overlooking Ben Rinnes.

The GlenAllachie Experience £25

In this insightful experience you will learn about the skill and care that goes into crafting whisky at GlenAllachie. Led by our expert tour guides, you’ll see every part of the whisky-making process and discover what makes our spirit so unique, then gain an understanding of how the innovative use of casks is so important at GlenAllachie. Afterwards, you’ll sample some examples of our award-winning range, showcasing our distinctive honeyed Speyside style.

Should you wish to enjoy a more in-depth tasting, there are options to add tasting flights of our Distillery Exclusive bottlings or our peated Meikle Tòir range. These can be added when booking.

Duration: 1.5hours

The Warehouse Drams £55

A rare opportunity to taste whisky drawn directly from cask in our dunnage warehouse. Join one of our experienced guides on a short walk to Warehouse 16, The GlenAllachie’s traditional dunnage warehouse. Here, you’ll sample whiskies hand-selected by Billy Walker – each chosen to illustrate the craft and care behind every bottle we make. The tasting concludes in the Visitor Centre with our hand-fill bottlings.

Plan Your Visit to GlenAllachie Distillery

Address:

Aberlour, Banffshire, AB38 9LR

Tour:

This distillery is included as part of our South Speyside Tour.

Directions:

Located between Aberlour and Ben Rinnes, GlenAllachie is easily accessed from the A95 and in fact the warehouses are actually visible from the road. If heading North towards Elgin then just before you reach Aberlour please turn right onto B road signposted GlenAllachie. If heading South then as you leave Aberlour please drive ½ mile until you see B road on left hand side signposted GlenAllachie. Once on the correct B road you can’t miss us!

Opening Times:

Apr-Oct, 7 days 10am–5pm
Nov-Mar, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm

Facilities:

Visitor centre and tasting lounge
Whisky shop with exclusive releases
Warehouse access for tours
Parking available

Podcast

We interviewed Billy Walker of The GlenAllachie Distillery in our April 2022 podcast.⁠

Billy tells us about his 50 years working in Scotch whisky, explaining what drew him to buy GlenAllachie in 2017 and how he has sought to fulfil the potential he saw in the distillery’s spirit.⁠

Frequently Asked Questions

What experiences are available at GlenAllachie Distillery?

GlenAllachie Distillery offers a range of guided Speyside whisky experiences, including the GlenAllachie Experience, Warehouse Drams, and premium tasting flights. Visitors can explore the distillery’s production process, learn about its cask-led maturation style, and enjoy guided tastings in the whisky bar and tasting lounge overlooking Ben Rinnes.

How long does a GlenAllachie Distillery tour take?

Most GlenAllachie Distillery experiences last around 1.5 hours depending on the tour selected. Premium tasting experiences such as Warehouse Drams may extend slightly longer due to additional cask sampling and guided tastings.

Is whisky tasting included at GlenAllachie Distillery?

Yes, whisky tasting is included in GlenAllachie Distillery experiences. Guests typically enjoy a selection of GlenAllachie single malts, with some experiences including additional cask-strength or warehouse samples depending on the tour format.

Do I need to book GlenAllachie Distillery tours in advance?

Advance booking is strongly recommended for GlenAllachie Distillery tours and tastings, as experiences operate on scheduled times and availability can be limited, especially for premium and warehouse experiences.

What are the opening hours of GlenAllachie Distillery Visitor Centre?

GlenAllachie Distillery Visitor Centre is generally open Monday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm between April and October, and Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm between November and March. Opening times may vary seasonally.

Is GlenAllachie Distillery family friendly?

GlenAllachie Distillery is family friendly in visitor centre areas such as the shop and tasting lounge. However, distillery tours and tastings are intended for adult visitors, with age restrictions applying to alcohol experiences.

Is GlenAllachie Distillery accessible?

GlenAllachie Distillery offers accessible visitor facilities in key areas including the shop, bar and tasting lounge. However, some production and warehouse areas may include stairs or uneven surfaces. Visitors are advised to contact the distillery in advance for specific accessibility requirements.

Is parking available at GlenAllachie Distillery?

Yes, parking is available for visitors at GlenAllachie Distillery, including free on-site parking and EV charging facilities.

Does GlenAllachie Distillery have a café or shop?

GlenAllachie Distillery has a whisky bar and tasting lounge offering drams, tasting flights and light refreshments, along with a well-stocked shop featuring core range whiskies, limited editions and distillery exclusives including hand-fill bottles.

Where is GlenAllachie Distillery located?

GlenAllachie Distillery is located near Aberlour in Speyside, Scotland, between Aberlour and Ben Rinnes, with easy access from the A95.

Is GlenAllachie Distillery dog friendly?

Dogs are welcome on distillery grounds as long as they are leashed, however they are not permitted in the production areas of the distillery.