Distillery and Whisky News July 2025 - Glenkinchie
Hello whisky lovers, and welcome to our July edition of Distillery and Whisky News.
Summer is now in full swing, although somebody needs to remind the weather gods about that! Regardless, Scotland is the place to be for a fantastic break - be it a long weekend or something a little longer.
So if you have a plan to visit some of your favourite distilleries this summer, then make sure you check out the all-singing, all-dancing Plan Your Trip page at DistilleryTours.scot.
Here, you can tailor-make your own tour of Scotland's distilleries, and include whisky retailers, bars and hotels that take your fancy along the way. This can all then be downloaded to a device with directions and a route making for a pain free and well-planned trip. Sorted!
Until next time...
Distillery Of The Month: Glenkinchie Distillery
Just 15 miles from the capital, Glenkinchie is the Edinburgh Malt. Pay the distillery a visit in its breathtaking setting and discover the generous spirit of Glenkinchie’s garden home where the rare Lowland-style whisky is created, evoking fragrant flowers, dried cut grass, and nutty cereal.
Glenkinchie proudly serves as one of the Four Corners of Scotland distilleries of Johnnie Walker, representing the Lowland home of this iconic blend. Here, craftspeople distil the Edinburgh Malt that is enjoyed around the world on its own and as a vital component of Johnnie Walker whiskies.
Experience Glenkinchie distillery for yourself with an immersive experience which will bring you face-to-face with the traditional production methods as well as the revered malt itself.
Throughout July, indulge in the exquisite pairing of whisky and ice cream at Glenkinchie. A specially curated collection of four malt whiskies has been thoughtfully matched with locally produced ice cream from Love Ice Cream.
These very special tastings will be held in the distillery's stunning tasting room, perfectly timed for the sweet spot straight after lunch.
Find out more about Glenkinchie Distillery at its dedicated pages on the DistilleryTours.scot website.
Venue of the Month: Angus Alchemy
Angus Alchemy takes innovation into outstretched arms and gives it a big, sweaty, end-of-the-night embrace. Maybe for just a wee bit longer than is comfortable! Its owners say: "We took a risk and built a distillery on our own terms featuring cutting-edge design, operations… and, of course, high-quality spirits. In return, we’re able to use words like ‘cutting-edge’ and ‘high-quality’ like some kind of Silicon valley wunderkind giving a keynote."
At Angus Alchemy you will find a down-to-earth brand of progressiveness where the focus is on making world-class gin, rum, moonshine and offering up an unforgettable visitor experience. When it comes to tasting experiences, this is where things really open up at Angus Alchemy. With more spirits than an exorcist’s ‘to do’ list, every visit is as unique as the stuff that lines the bar.
We like the sound of The Albannach. This tasting package takes in the big picture of our wee country’s whisky scene. You’ll go from the Lowlands to the Highlands, from the East to the West and even the islands off the coast.
Find out more about Angus Alchemy on its dedicated page at the DistilleryTours website.
Tour of the Month: Clydeside Whisky Creator Tour
Set on the banks of the historic River Clyde, Glasgow's Clydeside Distillery offers one of the most atmospheric whisky experiences in Scotland.
Their Whisky Creator Tour invites whisky-lovers to step into the world of whisky making in a truly immersive and memorable way. Following a guided tour of the working distillery, where you’ll see traditional craftsmanship in action, the real magic happens in the VIP Blender’s Room - an elegant, intimate space reserved for a very special hands-on session.
Here, you’ll be guided through a tasting of four exceptional single casks of Clydeside single malt, each carefully selected from the distillery’s warehouse. These cask-strength whiskies showcase different characteristics and flavour profiles, giving you a true sense of the distillery’s range and complexity.
Then it’s your turn to become the blender. Using your preferred balance of the four whiskies, you’ll craft your own unique expression of Clydeside single malt - beautifully packaged in a 200ml bottle to take home.
Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to the world of whisky, this one-of-a-kind experience combines panoramic views, hands-on creativity and world-class spirit into an unforgettable afternoon by the Clyde.
Find out more about all of Clydeside Distillery's tours on its dedicated page at the DistilleryTours website.
Date With A Dram: Aberfeldy Distillery
For July's Date With A Dram competition we've teamed up with Aberfeldy Distillery to offer you the chance to win a bottle of their 22 Year Old Exceptional Cask Single Malt which has been created to celebrate 25 years since the opening of the distillery's visitor centre.
Competition Time
To be in with a chance of winning a bottle of Aberfeldy's 22 Year Old simply follow DistilleryTours.scot on Facebook or Instagram and share our 'Date with a Dram' post dated 1 July. The lucky winner will be chosen at random and announced in our August newsletter!
Congratulations to Cig Knowles from Lincolnshire who won June's competition - a bottle of Strathisla's 10 Year Old.
You must be 18 years old or over to enter. Please note, will never approach you for your credit card details or personal information, send you friend requests or ask you to click on a link. Please stay safe online and remember to drink responsibly.
DistilleryTours Podcast: Glenturret Distillery
In the July episode of the distillerytours.scot podcast we speak to Alex Thomson, Brand Home Manager at Glenturret Distillery.
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Alex takes us through Glenturret’s rich history and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at some of the tours that bring this iconic distillery to life for visitors. We also explore the Glenturret’s standout special releases, including an exclusive collaboration with Jaguar, and get a taste of what makes Lalique, the only two Michelin-starred restaurant housed within a distillery, such a remarkable experience.
Malt of the Month: Single Cask #1804
For our Malt of the Month we learn more about Old Pulteney Distillery's Single Cask #1804.
This special single malt Scotch whisky has been matured for over 14 years in an Oloroso sherry butt and personally hand-selected by Pulteney's Distillery Manager, Malcolm Waring. With only 690 bottles available, this exclusive single malt is the perfect collectable whisky for Old Pulteney enthusiasts.
Perfect Serve: Double Cask Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish
The Perfect Serve will titillate your tastebuds with a delicious whisky cocktail featured every month...
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This month's Perfect Serve is Glen Scotia's Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish. The third release in the distillery's award-winning double cask range, the whisky has been initially matured in first fill American oak bourbon barrels, followed by a distinctive nine month finish in French Bordeaux red wine casks. It is a vibrant and elegant dram, bursting with red berry fruits and rich maritime depth.
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