Pulteney Distillery
Pulteney Distillery produces hand-crafted single malt whiskies and ages them next to the sea, thereby giving them an unmistakable coastal character. The distillery's story is inseparable from the sea and the bountiful opportunities it brought – forever intertwined not only with the maritime climate but with the community, heritage and spirit of Wick.
With traditional warehouses exposed to the invigorating sea air blowing in off the North Sea, Old Pulteney captures the taste of the sea in every drop of its liquid gold. From subtle coastal chords to more defined salty notes, the flavour of our whiskies says much about the role and influence of our home. Our whiskies range from award-winning, definitive single malts to critically acclaimed limited-edition releases, each defined and shaped by our inspiringly distinctive and lively coastal location.
Address:
- Huddart Street, Wick, Caithness KW1 5BA
This distillery is included as part of our Wolfburn and Orkney Tour.
Directions:
One of the northernmost distilleries in Scotland, but still within easy reach. The nearest airport is Wick, John O’Groats Airport, which is just one mile north of Wick. It runs flights to and from Aberdeen airport, where you can access connections to the rest of the UK, including Edinburgh and London.
Opening Hours:
- Monday to Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Podcast:
In the March 2024 episode we spoke to Lukasz Dynowiak, Global Brand Ambassador at International Beverages.
Due to his role, Lukasz finds himself in the fortunate position of working with some amazing distilleries including Balblair, Pulteney, Speyburn and Knockdhu and so it will come as no surprise that there was plenty for himself and David to chat about. Listen as they delve into the history of each distillery with Lukasz explaining what it is that makes each of their malts so distinctive. Lukasz certainly has plenty of great stories to tell, so sit back relax and prepare to be fascinated…
Experiences:
THE SPIRIT OF WICK EXPERIENCE £25
Follow the journey of our single malt—from milling to maturation—and see how a coastal home and marine climate shape its unmistakable character. Clear, simple, and guided by one of our knowledgable team, this is your entry into Old Pulteney: grounded storytelling, a purposeful walk through the working heart of the distillery, and a tasting that lets the whisky speak for itself.
Duration: 1hr
THE MAKING OF THE MARITIME MALT EXPERIENCE £60
You’ll be led by our experienced guide, discovering the journey of our single malt from our water source to your glass. Next, you’ll be invited to the whisky tasting room, where you’ll explore our core range of single malt whiskies.
Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
THE MARITIME MASTERS EXPERIENCE £200
Our experienced tour guide will give you a full insight into our production process following the journey of our single malt to your glass. After a visit to our warehouse, the journey will continue through a whisky tasting adventure of our premium collection of single malt whiskies, including our 25-year-old and two exclusive single casks. Finally, you’ll receive a complimentary crystal malt blender glass to cherish.
Duration: 2hrs 30mins
