Aberfeldy

The Production:

Aberfeldy Distillery, located near the town of Aberfeldy in Scotland, has a significant production capacity of approximately 3.4 million litres of spirit per year. The distillery uses the double distillation method and operates with four pot stills, including two large wash stills and two smaller spirit stills. The shape of the stills follows the classic Scottish pot still design, allowing for a round and smooth character in the whiskies produced.

The Malting and Warehouse:

Aberfeldy no longer conducts its own malting and instead sources malt from large malting companies. The whisky produced at Aberfeldy is known for its mild and smooth taste, and they primarily use American oak ex-bourbon casks for maturation. The warehouses at Aberfeldy are old brick buildings that have been refurbished for visitors, featuring spotlighting and a wooden floor.

History:

Founded in 1892 by the Dewar family under the name John Dewar & Sons, Ltd. Aberfeldy Distillery began whisky production in 1894. During World War I, production was halted due to food shortages but resumed in 1919. In 1925, the distillery was sold to the Distillers Company Limited (DCL), who made changes such as closing the malting floor and increasing the number of pot stills. In 1998, Aberfeldy Distillery changed ownership and is currently owned by Bacardi.

The Visitor Centre:

Aberfeldy Distillery is renowned for its Dewar’s World of Whisky visitor centre. The centre features a museum, a multimedia theatre with tasting tables, and a large shop. Visitors can enjoy tours, including private options, cask tastings, and access to exclusive and private bottlings. Free parking and Wi-Fi are available at the distillery.

Visitor information:

Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery
Aberfeldy
Perthshire
PH15 2EB
Tel: +44 (0)1887-822000