Distillery & Whisky News August 2026
Hello whisky lovers, and welcome to our August edition of Distillery and Whisky News.
Summer is the perfect time to get out and explore Scotland's whisky landscape, whether you're planning a Speyside road trip, discovering a city distillery or enjoying a dram after a day of sightseeing. In this month's newsletter, we're shining the spotlight on Glasgow's The Clydeside Distillery, celebrating festival season with a visit to The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh, and sharing our latest Experience of the Month.
We've also got exciting new whisky releases, our Malt of the Month, a refreshing summer Perfect Serve, the latest Glencadam Distillery podcast, and another chance to win a bottle of whisky in our popular Date With A Dram competition.
Wherever your whisky adventures take you this summer, we hope you'll find plenty of inspiration. Slàinte!
August Highlights
- The Clydeside
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Valley of the Brambles Experience
- Win Glen Moray Smoky Elgin Edition
- Arbikie Signature
- Glenturret's Glenfizz
- Glencadam Podcast
Distillery of the Month: Clydeside
On the banks of the River Clyde, inside the beautifully restored Pumphouse at Queen's Dock, you'll find one of Scotland's newest and most exciting whisky destinations. The Clydeside Distillery marks the return of single malt whisky production to Glasgow after more than 100 years, combining the city's rich industrial heritage with a fresh, modern approach to Scotch whisky.
Every visit begins with the fascinating Dockside Story, exploring Glasgow's historic relationship with whisky and the River Clyde before taking guests into the working distillery to discover how Clydeside's elegant Lowland-style single malt is crafted.
Whether you're visiting for the popular Clydeside Tour, indulging in the Chocolate & Whisky Experience, or creating your own cask-strength bottle during the Whisky Creator Tour, every experience finishes with a guided tasting that showcases the distillery's distinctive whisky style. For those seeking something truly special, the exclusive Distillery Manager Tour offers behind-the-scenes access and premium drams.
The visitor centre also features a welcoming whisky shop, tasting bar and café, making it an ideal place to relax before or after your tour. Its location beside the River Clyde, close to the SEC and Riverside Museum, means it's perfectly placed for anyone exploring Glasgow's vibrant waterfront.
Find out more about The Clydeside Distillery at its dedicated pages on the DistilleryTours.scot website.
Venue of the Month: Scotch Whisky Experience
August is festival season in Edinburgh, with the city buzzing as the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh International Festival and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo bring thousands of visitors to Scotland's capital.
If you're looking for a memorable experience away from the crowds, The Scotch Whisky Experience is well worth a visit. Located at the top of the Royal Mile, beside Edinburgh Castle, it's the perfect place to discover the story of Scotland's national drink.
Whether you're new to whisky or already a fan, the attraction offers a range of guided tours, interactive exhibits and expertly led tastings that showcase Scotland's five whisky-producing regions. You can also make a meal of your visit at the award-winning Amber Restaurant, which is celebrating 25 years of showcasing the very best of Scotland's larder through seasonal menus, expertly paired with an outstanding selection of Scotch whiskies.
Our team recently enjoyed the Gold Tour and were impressed by the knowledgeable guides and excellent whisky tasting. It's an enjoyable and informative experience that we'd happily recommend to anyone visiting Edinburgh.
If you're planning a trip to the capital this summer, why not make time for a dram? Read our full review of The Scotch Whisky Experience Gold Tour to discover why we think it's one of Edinburgh's must-visit whisky attractions.
Find out more about The Scotch Whisky Experience on its dedicated page at the DistilleryTours website.
Experience of the Month: Valley of the Brambles
We recently visited The GlenDronach Distillery to experience its Valley of the Brambles tour. From the traditional dunnage warehouse to a guided tasting of three beautifully sherried single malts, it's a memorable introduction to the craftsmanship behind this iconic distillery. Read our full review to discover why it's our Experience of the Month.
Date With a Dram: Glen Moray Smoky Elgin Edition
For August's Date With A Dram competition we've a bottle of Glen Moray's Smoky Elgin Edition up for grabs! A 10-year-old peated single malt, fully matured in Chardonnay casks, bringing together notes of tropical fruit, smouldering heather and soft smoke in a uniquely Elgin expression.
Enter this month's competition...
To be in with a chance of winning a bottle of Glen Moray's Smoky Elgin Edition simply follow DistilleryTours.scot on Facebook or Instagram and share our 'Date with a Dram' post dated 1 August. The lucky winner will be chosen at random and announced in our September newsletter!
Congratulations to Colette West who won July's competition to win a bottle of Leith Export Co.Table Whisky.
You must be 18 years old or over to enter. Please note, we 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.
Enter now for your chance to win a bottle of Glen Moray Smoky Elgin Edition.
Malt of the Month: Arbikie Signature
Ten years in the making, Arbikie Signature is the first release in the distillery's new core single malt range and our Malt of the Month for August. Discover the story behind this field-to-bottle whisky and why we think it's a landmark release that's well worth seeking out.
Perfect Serve: GlenFizz
Summer calls for lighter serves, and The Glenturret GlenFizz is just the thing. Combining the smooth character of The Glenturret's Triple Wood with fresh citrus and sparkling soda, it's a refreshing take on a classic whisky cocktail that's perfect for sunny days and warm evenings.
Podcast: Inside Glencadam Distillery
We visit Glencadam Distillery to speak with Master Blender Iain Forteath. Iain shares his journey from wine and retail into whisky, and explains how Glencadam’s bright, fruity and characteristically creamy spirit has evolved from a historic blending malt into a celebrated single malt in its own righ
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