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The Top 10 American Whiskey Distilleries To Tour Now By Forbes Travel Guide Correspondent Sarah White

April 11, 2012

Whiskey-only bars, tasting flights and $100-plus pours are more common than ever, but to become a real whiskey connoisseur you need to learn the liquor making process from the inside. We rounded up the country’s top 10 whiskey distilleries where you can tour the facilities, learn about mashbills and barrel woods and discover what gives your favorite label its distinct flavor, whether its rye or single malt, blended or bourbon.

1. George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill, Mount Vernon, Va. Our first president likely wet his whistle on some of the whiskey his own distillery produced after its founding in 1797. Restored and reopened in 2006, it now bottles an un-aged white Rye whiskey and a barrel-aged (in charred American oak) whiskey using historically accurate techniques. (For example, it hand-chop logs for wood stoves that heat the stills). Demand outstrips supply here — spirits are on sale just twice a year, with only a few hundred bottles to each batch. Tour the 18th-century distillery year-round.

Stay: The distillery is an easy 16-mile drive from the nation’s capital, and a stay at the luxurious and intimate Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Jefferson Hotel Washington, D.C. will give you a stylish place to retreat to where you can sample even more fine liquors at the cozy Quill bar.

Stay: Experience Southern hospitality at its finest at Five-Star Hermitage Hotel in historic downtown Nashville , 75 miles northwest of the distillery and in the center of the city’s music scene. The hotel can arrange for a private luxury car to transport you to and from Jack Daniel’s.

3. St. George Spirits, Alameda, Calif. Originally founded as an eau de vie (fruit brandy) distillery 30 years ago, St. George now produces two whiskey labels at its location in a former airplane hangar near San Francisco . See the huge collection of copper pots and aging barrels during free tours offered on weekends. In the tasting room, sample St. George Single Malt whiskey, made from roasted and smoked barley spirits, and the well-known Breaking & Entering Bourbon, blended and aged onsite from a selection of Kentucky bourbons.

Stay: The distillery is a quick cab ride across San Francisco Bay from The St. Regis San Francisco . Decorated in sleek creams and dark woods, the Five-Star hotel has contemporary art installations that echo the vibrant museum and shopping districts just beyond its doors.

Stay: About 20 miles southwest of Woodinville is downtown Seattle ’s The Fairmont Olympic Hotel. The Four-Star hotel has unique 1920’s Italian Renaissance architecture and top-notch service just a stroll away from Pike Place Market.

5. High West Distillery & Saloon, Park City, Utah . You can practically ski right into the tasting rooms in the restored mining-era home in Old Town Park City , located just blocks from some of Park City Resort’s ski runs. A 250-gallon copper pot is visible from the street through floor-to-ceiling windows, and here you can learn how whiskey is made in small batches before sampling a few of the 12 labels offered, including a barrel-aged Manhattan called The 36th Vote (in honor of Utah’s role in repealing Prohibition). Whiskeys run the gamut from 12-year old barrel-aged ryes to un-aged western oat “silver whiskeys.” Free afternoon tours are available daily by reservation.

Stay: The Five-Star Stein Eriksen Lodge is two miles away in the luxury resort community of Deer Valley. The clubby-classic wood décor, majestic fireplaces, heated sidewalks and outdoor activities keep the mountain magic alive year round.

6. Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Ky. All bourbons are whiskey, but not all whiskeys are bourbons: A trip to Buffalo Trace in Kentucky’s Bourbon County will help you decode this riddle once and for all (hint: bourbon must be made from at least 51 percent corn). Its century-old warehouses are open for free hourly tours Monday through Saturday, winding through the reportedly haunted distillery and barrel-aging facility before finishing up with tastes of Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and chocolate bourbon balls. Take it up a notch (but be prepared to pay) with tastes of aged Pappy Van Winkle or George T. Stagg, also bottled here.

Stay: The 90-room 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville doubles as a contemporary art museum and cultural center in the heart of the historic downtown, about 55 miles west of Buffalo Trace.

Stay: Combine a visit to Woodford Reserve with one to Buffalo Trace (about 11 miles north) for a fun, whiskey-filled day trip. Be sure to try 21c Museum Hotel’s restaurant, Proof on Main.

8. Balcones Distillery, Waco, Texas If the idea of whiskey made from 100 percent roasted blue corn intrigues you, visit the Balcones Distillery and try to decipher its super-secret method of smoking liquid whiskey. Founder and head distiller Chip Tate’s crafted and installed the copper still onsite in 2009, and a factory tour gets you an up-close look at every step of the double distillation and aging process. Round off your tour with a sampling of lightly aged Baby Blue and the rich True Blue corn whiskey in the barrel-lined tasting room.

Stay: Book a suite at the Four-Star Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek , about 100 miles north of the distillery, to mimic the measured pace of Balcones’ deliberate methodology. Located in a charming residential neighborhood along a winding, wooded creek, the hotel boasts elegant Italianate architecture and a gracious, welcoming staff.

9. RoughStock Distillery, Bozemon, Mont. This distillery uses local water from mountain-fed streams and Montana-grown wheat, barley and corn to produce its five labels, including un-aged sweet corn white whiskey and a barley whiskey bottled at cask strength (undiluted after barrel aging). Tours of Roughstock are half-day volunteer “bottling parties,” where visitors are put to work filling and labeling bottles before hitting the tasting room. Plan ahead, as the working tours are only offered three Saturdays a month.

Stay: Make a day trip to the distillery from the ultimate glamping destination, The Resort at Paws Up in Greenough, Mont., a hilly retreat on the Blackfoot River that offers upscale safari-style tent camping from May though September.

10. Tuthilltown Spirits, Gardiner, New York . As one of very few whiskey distilleries in the state, Tuthilltown made a splash when it produced New York’s first bourbon in 2006 — Hudson Baby Bourbon, a 100 percent corn, single-grain spirit that’s aged in oak barrels. Here you can taste five different labels including an aged rye, a white dog whiskey and a four-grain bourbon. Visit the 220-year-old gristmill on Friday through Sunday for tours to see batches labeled by hand, or visit in fall when harvest season sends distillerymen out into nearby rye fields.

Stay: Nestled in the Catskills, Emerson Resort & Spa in Mount Tremper — 35 miles north of Tuthilltown — is a country retreat that puts visitors in the center of a thriving summer art festival scene.

One to watch: WhistlePig Farm, Shoreham, Vt. While not yet an actual distillery, this restored Vermont farm is where hand-selected whiskey blends become WhistlePig Straight Rye under the direction of master distiller Dave Pickerell (he honed his craft at Maker’s Mark). WhistlePig Farm is growing high-quality grain for future blends and storing both oak and used bourbon barrels full of 100 percent rye spirits — aged for 10 years before bottling — for its 100 proof rye. Tours are scheduled to start up this fall.

Stay: The countryside takes a starring role during a stay at Five-Star Twin Farms in Barnard, Vt., with secluded private cabins decorated in different themes, from Moroccan to Scandinavian. From here, it’s a picturesque 60-mile drive on bucolic mountain roads to WhistlePig Farm.

Photos courtesy of Jack Daniel Distillery, Woodinville Whiskey Co. and Woodford Reserve.

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15 Best Tennessee Whiskey Distilleries & Tours for 2024

Best Tennessee Whiskey Distilleries & Whiskey Tours for 2024

Chris Stapleton sang about it for a reason. Tennessee whiskey is some of the smoothest and richest on the market, and on top of incredible barbeque and some of the greatest musical artists the United States has ever known – like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin – it’s one of the state’s many pride and joys.

There are a million and one reasons to visit the great Volunteer State, but whatever your occasion is, you can’t go wrong with adding a stop or two along Tennessee’s phenomenal whiskey trail to your trip.

On top of famous whiskey labels like Jack Daniel’s that have won the world over, there are dozens of distilleries in the state with their own stories just waiting to be uncovered. If you’re looking at adding a little local culture to your trip, then keep reading for our list of the best whiskey distilleries in Tennessee.

Jack Daniel Distillery: The Oldest Whiskey Distillery in Tennessee

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133 Lynchburg Hwy, Lynchburg, TN 37352

(931) 759-6357

Let’s begin our journey with the obvious: if you’re adding a distillery visit and whiskey tasting to your trip to the Volunteer State, then it ought to include Jack Daniel’s. Established in historic Lynchburg way back in 1866, this iconic stop on the whiskey trail is the oldest registered distillery in the country.

Luckily for you fellow whiskey lovers out there, Jack Daniel Distillery offers tours seven days a week, and being equal parts history and whiskey, taking the drive down to Lynchburg will give you one of the best distillery tours in the state. If you’d prefer to avoid driving and would like a private, guided experience in a comfortable vehicle, arrange a tour direct to the distillery from Nashville .

Who would have thought the country’s most popular whiskey and its world-famous black and white label would have grown to fame and fortune in one of Tennessee’s last dry counties?

Nashville Barrel Company Distillery and Whiskey Bar

809 Heathcote Ave, Nashville, TN 37210

(615) 891-1046

There is a ton of fun to be had in Nashville, and yes, as wild as the honky tonks are, much of the fun can be found off Broadway and away from downtown’s neon lights. If you’re taking a trip to Music City and are looking for something to wash down that hot chicken, then this is the stop for you.

Even though this Nashville spot is quite young – only opening its doors in 2018 – cofounders James Davenport and Mike Hinds lead their operation with their unique cocktail of ingenuity, experience, and vision. Curious to taste some of their award-winning spirits? Nashville Barrel Co. offers flights, premium tastings, and more. If you’re looking for a more intimate tasting experience at one of the best distilleries in Tennessee, you can schedule a private tour at their Nashville location as well.

Recommended: Consider taking our recommended guided craft distillery tour along the Tennessee whiskey trail and leave the driving to someone else. You’ll meet at a central location in downtown Nashville, and all distillery entrance fees are included.

Ole Smoky Distillery

423 6th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203

(615) 647-8272

Every time we get an itch to head back down to Music City, we always head to the Ole Smoky location on 6th and Peabody right after dropping off our bags. Not only do they make some of the best moonshine in Tennessee, but their Nashville location hosts a fun bar serving all the live country music and hot chicken that you would expect. From what we’ve heard, the Ole Smoky Pigeon Forge distillery is a pretty great time too.

Make no mistake though. Just because Ole Smoky specializes in flavored moonshine doesn’t mean they don’t distill some amazing whiskey as well. Their barrelhouse distillery in Gatlinburg makes some of the best whiskey and moonshine in Tennessee, complete with group tastings.

Old Forge Distillery

170 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

(865) 774-4126

We mentioned Pigeon Forge in the last section, and even though that town is mostly for tourists, they do have some great whiskey, including the Old Forge Distillery. Located in Old Mill Square, this Pigeon Forge distillery is a historic icon and has one of the oldest continually operated gristmills in the country.

Like Ole Smokey, the folks at Old Forge produce and serve a wide variety of different spirits. Bourbon is what made them famous, but if that’s not what you’re in the mood for, they offer several other award-winning drinks, such as vodka, cream liqueurs, their famous 1830 moonshine, and more.

Cascade Hollow Distilling Co.

1950 Cascade Hollow Rd, Tullahoma, TN 37388

(931) 408-2410

Cascade Hollow might not sound too familiar, but if you’re a bourbon lover like most of us are at Winetraveler, then their signature product, George Dickel, certainly ought to. When it comes to whiskey distilleries in Tennessee, Cascade Hollow is one of the most famous out there, so making a trip out to their Tullahoma location is absolutely worth your while.

George Dickel’s successors still make their bourbon in honor of their founder’s vision, and your guide can fill you in on all the steps they go through to make their Tennessee whiskey “mellow as moonlight.” Add some ice, pour some bitters, drink it neat, whatever you want; but George Dickel deserves to be enjoyed during your trip down the Whiskey Trail .

Leiper’s Fork Distillery

3381 Southall Rd, Franklin, TN 37064

(615) 465-6456

Among all of the whiskey distilleries in Tennessee, this gem in Franklin is one of our personal favorites. Maybe it’s because we’re history lovers, but there is something so inspiring about their dedication to the age-old distilling methods that Tennessee’s original Irish and Scottish settlers used. A trip to Franklin itself is worth it, but once you’re there, stop by the distillery for a glass or tasting to see what makes Leiper’s Fork so authentic and beautiful.

They also host monthly live music events called still house sessions. If you haven’t gotten enough whiskey or live music during your trip to Tennessee, then there aren’t many better ways to experience both at the same time.

Best Tennessee Whiskey Tours

In addition to the whiskey tours we mentioned previously, there are several others that are ideal if you’d prefer not to worry about the logistics of planning or driving.

Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery Bus Tour with Whiskey Tastings

Our most highly-rated tour, step into the storied world of Tennessee whiskey with Tennessee Whiskey Tours . Depart from Nashville and immerse yourself in whiskey history as you journey to the iconic Jack Daniel’s Distillery. Here, you’ll embark on an intimate tasting experience, savoring several premier Tennessee whiskeys that celebrate the spirit of the Volunteer State. But the experience extends beyond the barrel. You’ll also enjoy ample free time to meander through the charming town nearby, known for its Tennessee Walking Horse. Wander the quaint streets of downtown Lynchburg, find a cozy spot for lunch, and indulge in a bit of shopping. With Tennessee Whiskey Tours, you’re invited to bring your own beverages for the ride, stashing them in the on-board cooler for added convenience. This is more than a distillery tour – it’s a Tennessee adventure.

Wine Me, Shine Me, Dine Me

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Tennessee’s spirited beverages with Smoky Tours. This Pigeon Forge Wine, Whiskey, and Moonshine Tour seamlessly blends the cultural history of Appalachia with the flavors of the region, all without the need to worry about transportation. Kick off your adventure at a centrally located meeting point in Pigeon Forge before setting out to explore two prominent local distilleries. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to sample a diverse array of vodka, moonshine, and whiskey that capture the essence of Tennessee’s spirited history. But the experience isn’t all hard liquor – you’ll also get a taste of Tennessee’s wine offerings after relishing an included lunch. With its concise duration, this tour offers a hearty helping of Tennessee culture and leaves you ample time for your evening plans. Let Smoky Tours take you on a spirited journey through Pigeon Forge.

Nashville’s Premier Distillery & Craft Brewery Bus Tour with Tastings

Experience the flavors of Nashville like a local with The Ville Tours . This specialty tour introduces you to an impressive array of local brews and spirits through engaging tastings at the city’s distinguished distilleries and breweries. Take the stress out of navigating public transport as VIP transfers whisk you from one location to the next, allowing you to focus on the flavors. You’ll stop at 3–4 distinct locations where you’ll have the chance to sample the craftsmanship that goes into making beers, bourbons, moonshine, and vodka. With this tour, you’re not just tasting – you’re also learning about the craft and passion behind every bottle. Savor the taste of Nashville and leave the logistics to The Ville Tours.

Downtown Nashville Walking Food Tour

Take a break from distillery hopping and unearth the authentic taste of Music City on this guided culinary journey, operated by A Little Local Flavor . As you meander through Nashville’s iconic landmarks, such as Broadway, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Ryman Auditorium, and Printers Alley, you’ll also delve into the city’s rich history. Savor quintessential Southern delights ranging from the infamous Nashville hot chicken and BBQ to locally brewed beer, served at the city’s beloved eateries. This tour presents the perfect opportunity to blend culinary exploration with Nashville’s vibrant culture, making it a must-do experience for food enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Included in the tour are lunch and two alcoholic beverages. Furthermore, our guides are more than happy to offer their local insights and recommendations to enhance your Nashville journey. Meet us at a conveniently located central spot to begin your food-filled adventure!

Tennessee Big Machine Distillery Guided Tour with Tastings

Delve into the art of spirit production with the Big Machine Store & Distillery’s immersive tour , located in the heart of downtown Nashville. Witness the crafting of an array of spirits such as vodka, whiskey, gin, and moonshine, and learn about the unique filtration process that results in their specially crafted vodka. This tour is an ideal experience for both foodies and spirits enthusiasts, offering a rich understanding of traditional Southern spirits. Participants can indulge in a tasting flight of Tenn South spirits and a crafted cocktail, deepening their appreciation for the craft. The opportunity to purchase spirits and merchandise as mementos of this engaging experience is also available.

Famous Moonshine & Wine Tour From Pigeon Forge

Embark on a half-day journey through Tennessee’s rich liquor heritage, operated by Tennessee Mountain Tours . Discover the intriguing history of moonshine and prohibition in the region, as well as gain insight into local breweries and distilleries from your well-versed guide. Enjoy a visit to multiple moonshine distilleries and wineries, with potential stops including Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, Hillside Winery, Smith Creek Moonshine, Mountain Valley Winery, or Tennessee XXX Moonshine. This small-group tour allows for an intimate, insider’s perspective into Tennessee’s spirited culture, offering complimentary tastings and a free gift from local wineries. Transportation for pick-up and drop-off from Pigeon Forge is provided, making this an effortless way to dive into the region’s famous drinkable delights.

Nashville Combo Tour: Sightseeing, Murals, and Brewery

Immerse yourself in the diverse offerings of Nashville with a unique, small-group combo tour operated by Joyride Tours, LLC . This well-rounded tour allows you to experience a comprehensive view of the city, from iconic landmarks such as the Tennessee State Capitol and the renowned honky-tonk bars, to the city’s Instagram-worthy murals, all from the comfort of a golf cart. Further, you’ll get to explore the local spirit scene with tastings of locally brewed moonshine, whiskey, and vodka in two distilleries. With a cap of only seven participants, this tour ensures a personalized experience, introducing you to local hotspots while covering a plethora of sights efficiently.

Barbecue, Beer & Bourbon: Nashville Adventure

Experience the ‘Music City’ from a different perspective on a food and drink tasting tour operated by MJT Nashville LLC . While Nashville is renowned for its music, it’s equally celebrated for its BBQ and brew culture. This specialty tour lets you immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant food scene by visiting three of Nashville’s hottest spots where you’ll sample craft beer, local bourbons, smoked meats, and exquisite whiskeys. The tour culminates with an exclusive insight into the Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery. Move beyond the typical tourist track and explore the city’s food and drink scene like a local, accompanied by captivating stories that weave the rich tapestry of Tennessee’s iconic city.

Private Whiskey Nashville Jack and Back Tour

Dive deep into the world of the renowned Jack Daniels whiskey with the exclusive tour provided by Legendary Tours . For over 145 years, this illustrious liquor has been a staple of Tennessee, and this tour enables you to explore the rich history and unique production methods behind the famous brand. Forego the stress of arranging transportation and enjoy a lavish ride in a private limo bus, straight to the Jack Daniels Distillery. Wander through the Visitor Center and Bottle Shop, learning about the distinctive Lincoln County Process of whiskey making, all while sampling some of the finest Jack Daniels offerings. With this tour, not only will you enjoy whiskey tastings, but also partake in interesting discussions about whiskey production and uncover insider secrets that add a fascinating layer to your experience.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tennessee Whiskey Distilleries

What is considered to be the best tennessee whiskey.

Tennessee whiskey is best known for its two biggest brands: Jack Daniel’s and George Dickel. Among these, Jack Daniel’s, particularly Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7, is arguably the most iconic and widely recognized Tennessee whiskey globally. However, if we’re talking about the “best” Tennessee whiskey in terms of quality and prestige, the conversation often turns towards more premium offerings. For example, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select is often highly rated for its complexity and richness. George Dickel also has high-end variants, like their Barrel Select, which is lauded for its smooth and sophisticated flavor profile. Outside these well-known distilleries, newer establishments like Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery are gaining recognition. Their Belle Meade Bourbon, though not technically a Tennessee whiskey due to not following the Lincoln County Process, has received several awards and accolades for its quality. As with any spirit, the “best” Tennessee whiskey often comes down to individual taste preferences, so it’s always a good idea to explore a variety of offerings and find what suits your palate the best.

What is the oldest whiskey distillery in Tennessee?

The title of the oldest registered distillery in Tennessee (and the United States, for that matter) goes to the Jack Daniel’s Distillery, located in Lynchburg. Founded by Jasper Newton “Jack” Daniel in 1866, the distillery is recognized for its charcoal-mellowed Tennessee Whiskey, a process known as the Lincoln County Process. However, it’s worth noting that distilling in Tennessee dates back to well before Jack Daniel’s establishment. For instance, settlers were producing whiskey in the region as early as the late 18th century. But as for legally registered and continuously operating distilleries, Jack Daniel’s holds the title.

How many distilleries are on the Tennessee Whiskey Trail?

The Tennessee Whiskey Trail, a project by the Tennessee Distillers Guild, consists of about 30 distilleries across the state of Tennessee. These distilleries vary in size and style, from large, globally recognized brands like Jack Daniel’s and George Dickel to craft distilleries. The trail was designed to connect these distilleries and provides visitors with a deep dive into the history, tradition, and novelty of Tennessee whiskey.

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The Ultimate Guide To Distilleries In NH

If you’ve spent some time in New Hampshire, you’re probably familiar with the Appalachian Trail, the campgrounds and the beautiful ocean that lines this U.S. State. But that’s not all there is to see there.

After writing about all of the above, I asked around for things in New Hampshire to write about, and someone mentioned a guide to all the distilleries in the state. Visiting them and chronicling my experiences was one of the most pleasurable activities of my summer this year, and it resulted in this ultimate guide to New Hampshire Distilleries!

Distilleries To Visit In New Hampshire

If you’re a fan of spirits, this activity will likely be your favourite in New Hampshire. The distilleries here are rustic and welcoming and will highlight your visit to the Granite State. If you’re a New Hampshire resident, it’s high time that you see some of this state’s most idyllic distilleries and sample all the craft spirits that they have to offer.

From farm distilleries tours to craft ones, below is a list of distilleries that I compiled while on my spirit-tasting tour all over the state.

Smoky Quartz Distillery

Located on 894 Lafayette Road (Route 1), Seabrook, Smoky Quartz Distillery is named after the official New Hampshire gemstone— the Smoky Quartz. This artisanal distillery is owned and operated by veteran Kevin Karland, who came up with the idea for Smoky Quartz Distillery while listening to rocket mortar attacks in Baghdad, Iraq. The philosophy behind Smoky Quartz spirits is to use as much locally sourced grain as possible, with their rum developing from US-sourced Grade A molasses only.

The interior of Smoky Quartz Distillery will bring to mind a rustic wine operation because of its reclaimed wood interior and old-world decor.

Make sure to try a glass of their bourbon when you visit them—there’s nothing quite like bourbon sourced locally from the grains of New Hampshire!

Flag Hill Distillery & Winery

While doing my research for my distillery tour guide, I learnt that Flag Hill is the oldest distillery in New Hampshire. Its tasting room is located in the original 17th-century barn that used to house cattle back in the day.

Located on 297 North River Road (Rt. 155), Lee, Flag Hill Distillery is an award-winning distillery and event venue. Most famous for its weddings, this distillery has a lush accompanying vineyard that supplies most of the grapes for its wines . Its in-house farm also provides grains for the distillery’s use and vegetables for its other events.

I visited Flag Hill on an impromptu trip and took in the sights, and had a fantastic time in the tasting room with some choice vodka, but if you’re a large group of eight people or more, make sure to book your tour ahead of time!

Live Free Distillery

Live Free Distillery , located on 1000 E. Industrial Dr Manchester is one of the more modern distillery operations in New Hampshire. I stumbled upon this family-run operation on the weekend and was rewarded with a free tour, accompanied by a tasting of their delicious maple syrup whisky.

If you’re looking for a lowkey outing, a weekend visit to the Live Free Distillery may be just the thing for you.

Djinn Spirits Distillery

Don’t be spooked by the name: Djinn Spirits Distillery plays on the homophonic pronunciations of ‘djinn’ and ‘gin’ for its name. It is located at 2 Townsend West, # 9, Nashua, and is the brainchild of a retired New Hampshire couple that also owns two amiable dogs. If you’re lucky, the amicable Border Collies will drop by while you’re on your tour!

If you’ve learnt all that you needed to on the short distillery tour, head to their cosy tasting room and try samples of some of their craft spirits, free of charge. The Krupnik’s tasting is one you’re not going to want to miss!

If you would like some more in-depth information about the operation, Djinn Spirits distillery also offers classes on whiskey, which cover everything from its history to its production method. In addition, before heading out, I made use of Djinn Spirit’s virtual tour to get a feel of the atmosphere there. Seeing pictures of the family dogs sitting alongside the barrels had me sold!

Tamworth Distilling

Are you looking for a blend of rustic with modern? Tamworth Distilling may be just the thing you need. Located at 15 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth , this repurposed pastoral inn near the White Mountains is an environmentally conscious distillery operation that only utilizes grains from a 150-mile radius.

While on the distillery tour, I heard that their storage area once housed a boxing ring and a dentist’s office in it. The copper still manufactured by Vendome is the highlight of the tour, with its brandy helmet, gin basket and whiskey column providing a variety of flavours. However, you won’t find any tequila or rum here because of the owners’ promise only to produce quality drinks that one can source locally.

In addition, you can pay a visit to the Tamworth Lyceum, which hosts tastings of Tamworth’s newest recipes, as well as samples of the products that Tamworth Distilling produce with the leftovers from their distillery. These products include granola bars, bread and gin salt.

Copper Cannon Distillery

This cosy, family-run distillery located at 2 Lyman Way, West Chesterfield, has been on my list for a long time. I passed by Copper Cannon Distillery a few times and heard great things about their rums, so when the time came for me to write my guide about the best New Hampshire distilleries, I figured it was time to visit it.

Housed in a repurposed red post and beam barn, two engineer-turned-distiller cousins own this distillery. While their maple rum was a standout for me, their other rums were also very traditional in taste and brought New England nostalgia to mind.

The owners’ amicable behaviour and the picturesque environment made my distillery tour an enjoyable one. The best part is that you can sample all the distillery products before you decide to buy one of their bottles.

Steadfast Spirits Distilling Company

Owner CJ Lundren always had a passion for making whiskey in the traditional fashion.  He founded Steadfast Spirits Distilling Company in 2016 and opened his tasty room with his wife Lori at their Concord NH location.  Steadfast Distillery offers a variety of corn-based hand-crafted spirits made from the finest ingredients.  Steadfast features Troubles Moonshine as its flagship beverage.  It comes in traditional, vanilla, honey, and maple. 

They also offer a line of Trouble’s Cocktails including Apple Pie, Lemonade, Citrus Squeeze (has a nice Margarita flavor!), Strawberry and Smach (like a Daquari).  They also make a variety of American Bourbons, Whiskey and Rye. 

The team at Steadfast is passionate about their craft and are amazing at creating a fun and friendly environment. 

You can find Steadfast Distillery at 134 Hall St Ste. H, Concord, NH 03301 and it is absolutely a NH distillery you should visit! 

New England Sweetwater Farm and Distillery

New England Sweetwater Farm and Distillery is located on Old Chesterfield Road on the way to Mt. Pisgah State Park. It encompasses almost fifty acres of land on which the owners grow fruits and grains for the winery and distillery.

Many restaurants source their liquor from this distillery, so there’s a chance you may have had a bottle of their spirits before visiting. Their tour is an informative one, with the owners walking you through the process of the distilling and production of the artisan spirits you see on display there.

Its gorgeous opal-painted tasting room, combined with its sprawling gardens, provide you with ample opportunities to pose for some memorable pictures for your social media. If you ever visit, make sure to try their honey and maple whiskeys. I bought a bottle of each of these whiskeys to take home with me.

It’s fair to say that I had a lot of fun trying innovative whiskey and rum flavours and touring New Hampshire’s charming distilleries in the process of writing this guide.

Cold Garden Spirits

Former New York City special effects designer moved back to New Hampshire and decided it was time to build a distillery in the barn of his childhood home. Owner Greg Meeh opened Cold Garden Spirits with the vision that it would produce exquisite spirits from locally-sourced fruits and grains.

Greg’s NH distillery features a custom-built Austrian still.  In the summer of 2016 Greg started making his first batches of corn whiskey and fruit eau de vie. Greg makes some delicious brandy and it is worth a visit just to try this! 

This distillery is very close to the Canterbury Shaker Village , a wonderful historic landmark in New Hampshire. 

Doire Distilling

In 2018 Doire Distilling in Derry NH was founded by owners Andy Day and Alan Wentworth This is the same team that opened Cask & Vine in Derry NH. 

Doire Distilling offers up clear and lightly aged spirits including a high-test rum named “ 01.”  Doire Distilling also offers some other delicious-distilled beverages including Pommeau, Bourbon Turn Left Aged 2 years, Maple Syrup Bourbon Barrel Aged, and Eau De Vie Sour Cherry. 

You can find Doire Distilling at 338 Shaker Rd, Canterbury, New Hampshire 03224.  You can see their website at www.coldgardenspirits.com

Dancing Rabbit Vodka

Dancing Rabbit Vodka can be found in Laconia NH and they have many locations where you can try their vodka. Their vodka is made from a blend of corn and apples which they distill 12 times according to their website. They use a reverse osmosis filtered water from their 650 foot deep artesian well. Before the Dancing Rabbit team bottles their distilled spirits, the vodka is dual filtered and finished through citrine and quartz crystals.

See their website here: Dancingrabbitvodka.com

You can find Dancing Rabbit Laconia New Hampshire at 2075 Parade Rd.

Why You Should Plan A New Hampshire Distillery Tour

With the coronavirus pandemic putting everyone’s lives on hold, summer 2021 is when most people will venture out to have their fun. If you’re planning on decompressing by conquering the Appalachian Trail, taking advantage of the tax-free shopping in the state and having a camping trip, adding some distilleries in N.H. to your summer plans may be an excellent idea too.

New Hampshire is home to some of the most iconic distilleries of the United States, with its clean and clear water proving as an incentive for more and more distilleries with fresh philosophies to open their gates to visitors. These NH distilleries are operated by friendly staff who will help you sample your next favourite whiskey.

However, word to the wise—bring your I.D. with you when you visit these distilleries and take a cab on the way back. Visiting these scenic N.H. distilleries and getting drunk on artisanal spirits is no excuse to drink and drive!

Summary – Distilleries in NH

So, I didn’t have anything planned for this summer and looked around for New Hampshire experiences to write about. While working on this ultimate guide to New Hampshire distilleries, my travels took me from West Chesterfield to Tamworth, from Lee to Seabrook and many other places. Because of my distillery tours all over the state, I got to see many N.H. regions that I hadn’t explored before while also discovering several great spirits and experiences to remember at the beginning of this summer.

So, if you’re a fan of craft spirits, scenic places and exciting conversations, make sure to try out some of the distilleries on this guide to the best New Hampshire distilleries.

PS – Fancy a beer with your distilled beverages? Check out out guide to NH Breweries .

• Post author: KyleBattis
• Post published: April 29, 2022
• Post category: Drinks / Food & Drinks / Guides

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The Top 15 Scottish Distilleries to Visit in Scotland

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If you love a wee dram of the good stuff, then you’re in the right place because Scotland is the undisputed home of whisky. For centuries (records date back to at least the 15th century), the Scots have been distilling, refining, and drinking barrel after barrel of whisky. 

From the Scottish Highlands to the remote islands, whisky distillation is an art form that’s been shaped by the sea, the weather, the peat, and even the bog of Scotland. Without a doubt, whisky is the national drink of Scotland, and there are hundreds of distilleries to visit across the country.

But with so many beautiful whiskies to try, you might not know where to begin. That’s why I decided to compile our list of the best distilleries in Scotland. Visit these excellent distilleries, and there’s no doubt you’ll have an amazing time tasting the best whisky in Scotland!

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The Top 15 Distilleries in Scotland

1. the scotch whisky experience.

Okay, so Edinburgh ’s Scotch Whisky Experience isn’t technically a distillery – no whisky is distilled on the site – but it is the best place in Scotland for an introduction to all things whisky!

The Scotch Whisky Experience takes pride in its place on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, and if it’s your first time in Scotland, there’s no better place to learn about the ancient art of distillation before sampling the best scotch from around the country. 

This unique experience is home to a replica whisky distillery, where you’ll learn about the centuries-old processes that go into making the finest blends and malts. You’ll learn about the different ingredients, the different whisky-producing regions in Scotland, and the different flavors, tastes, and aromas that different types of whisky are known for. Oh, and there’s a fun theme-park style “barrel ride” through the experience!

You can also see the unique Diageo Claive Vidiz Whisky Collection, which is safely stored away in the vaults of The Scotch Whisky Experience. This is the largest collection of scotch whisky in the world, with the last count putting the number of bottles at 3,384. Once you’ve perused the extensive collection, you’ll be invited for a tasting session in the Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar.

2. Glenfiddich Distillery

One of the most famous whisky brands in Scotland is Glenfiddich, and you can visit their family-owned distillery in the beautiful surrounds of remote Moray, in northeast Scotland. 

Glenfiddich Distillery is unusual in a number of ways. First of all, no other distillery has won quite as many awards as this distillery for their single malts – proving the quality of their whiskies. Second, no other distillery has remained family-owned for so long, with a continuous history dating back to 1886, when the Glenfiddich Distillery was founded by William Grant. 

The distillery sources its water from the Fiddich River and employs generations worth of whisky-making experience to produce an excellent single malt. This is the classic Speyside Single Malt, and if you’re partial to a dram of this iconic tipple, then this is the best place to enjoy it!

You can tour the distillery to learn more about the family’s history of whisky production and how they’ve evolved and developed their brand over the years, surviving hardships and economic forces that put many more family-owned distilleries out of business. 

The tour ends with a tasting, where you’ll be able to sample the delectable Glennfiddich 12-year, 15-year, and 18-year aged bottles before finishing with the Glenfiddich Gran Reserva, which is aged for 21 years in old rum casks from the Caribbean. 

3. Glenlivet Distillery

Another classic Speyside distillery is the Glenlivet Distillery , where Scotch whisky has been produced going back as far as 1822. Intriguingly, the distillery itself was founded in 1824, but George Smith, the founder, had been distilling his whisky illicitly in the Livet Valley for at least two years prior to this. 

Legend has it King George IV tried the illicit whisky, loved it. When the government rules changed to allow more liberal distillation, Glenlivet Distillery instantly shot to fame once they could legally produce their excellent whisky. 

You’ll be able to delve into this fascinating history with a tour of the Glenlivet Distillery, which is located in Ballindalloch, close to the River Spey in Moray. You’ll love the remote, rural location in the midst of a beautiful Scottish glen, and you’ll love tasting the single malts, the oldest of which have been aged for decades. 

4. Highland Park Whisky Distillery

One of the best Scottish distilleries is found in one of the country’s most remote and difficult-to-reach destinations. The Highland Park Whisky Distillery is the most northerly distillery in Scotland, and you’ll need to make your way all the way to Kirkwall, on the island of Orkney, to enjoy a dram of this whisky at its source.

Highland Park Whisky Distillery dates back to 1798, and the master distillers draw on this long history, as well as the wild, untamable nature of Orkney, to produce a truly distinct array of whiskies. You might be intrigued to discover that the original distillery established here was an illicit one, but then again, given Orkney’s remote location (it’s closer to Norway than to London!), the islanders here have always done things their own way.

The whiskies here are single malt, and they are produced using barley that’s slowly smoked over peat that’s 4,000 years old (we did say this was a historic distillery). This unusual, ancient peat gives Highland Park’s whisky a characteristic taste and aroma, which few single malts from the mainland can ever match. 

5. Laphroaig Distillery

Islay is highly regarded for its single malt whisky, and if you’re looking for Islay distilleries, there are as many as nine different distilleries producing high-quality products across the island! Islay whisky has a characteristically peaty, smoky flavor, and no other Islay whisky enshrines this more than Laphroaig. 

The Laphroaig Distillery is one of the best whisky distilleries in Scotland (not just on Islay!), and we know you’re going to love exploring their visitors center and learning about the history and production process. 

The distillery was founded in 1815 by members of Clan Donald, and they made use of the abundance of peat on Islay to smoke the barley before distillation. This is where that unique peaty aroma comes from, and the tradition continues today, with much of the peat and barley being locally sourced from Islay and smoked on-site. 

The most popular Laphroaig is aged for at least 10 years, but there are many much older bottles available too. Make your way to Islay, and you can take a tour of the distillery, learning the process from the master distillers before trying the impressive range of peaty whiskies in an expert-led tasting session. If you only have time for one Islay distillery tour, this is the one!

6. Auchentoshan Distillery

You’ll find the Auchentoshan Distillery in the Glaswegian suburbs, next to the banks of the River Clyde in the Kilpatricks Hills to the west of the city. It’s a beautiful yet convenient location for a distillery, and it’s perfect for anyone who only has fleeting time to explore Scotland!

But convenience isn’t the only reason to visit because the Auchentoshan Distillery has whisky to rival any highland single malt or peaty barrel of island brew. Auchentoshan is very different from its rivals, too, given that this whisky is known for its sweeter aromas and flavors rather than the peaty, boggy, smoky whiskies found elsewhere.

The Auchentoshan Distillery is historic, too, being founded back in 1823. They’ve always had a unique approach to whisky distillation, and the unusual overtones are in part the result of a triple distillation process that few other whisky producers employ. Take a tour, enjoy a few tastings, and see what the Auchentoshan fuss is all about during your trip to Glasgow!

7. The Clydeside Distillery

It’s the Highland and island distilleries that take all the glory and fame when it comes to scotch, but did you know that some of the best whisky in Scotland is produced in Glasgow ?

This unique Scottish distillery overlooks the old Queens Docks in Clydeside, Glasgow, where whisky from Scotland was once exported around the globe. The distillery is located within the former Pump House Building, which supplied the necessary power to operate the docks during the Victorian era.

The Clydeside Distillery , though, is relatively new to the whisky game. They only opened in 2017, but rest assured, the owners and distillers draw upon generations of whisky distillation experience. The owners previously owned Auchentoshan Distillery, Bowmore, and Glen Garioch Distilleries and they were inspired to create a dedicated single malt distillery (The Clydeside Distillery) that could return Glasgow to its former whisky-distilling glory. 

The owners’ family were former whisky brokers, and they worked here at Clydeside in days past, forging a whisky trading empire. Now, their descendants are forging a new single malt empire in Scotland’s most innovative and exciting city. You can learn more about the unique story and regeneration project on a tour of The Clydeside Distillery, which obviously includes plenty of tastings. 

8. Ben Nevis Distillery

Travel to Fort William, the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, and you can hike to the summit of the tallest mountain in Britain. Looming over the town is Ben Nevis, which rises to a height of 1,345 meters.

On your way down the mountain, you can stop off at the Ben Nevis Distillery , which sits in the shadow of this iconic natural attraction. Alternatively, if you’re not in the mood for a long hike to the summit, why not spend the day tasting the excellent whisky instead of climbing a mountain?

This is one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, with a distinguished history dating back to 1825 when it was founded by “Long John” McDonald, a descendent of rulers of the old Highland clans. The whisky was prepared using fresh water from the mountains, a tradition that continues to this day. 

The Ben Nevis Distillery produces a single malt whisky that typically is aged for 10 years. You can learn more at the distillery’s visitors center, where of course, you can also try their best whisky. 

9. Jura Distillery

The Inner Hebrides is home to many distilleries, but one of the most famous is the Jura Distillery . You’ll find the distillery on the island of Jura, which for most of the year, has a permanent population of less than 200, although numbers swell in the summer when the tourists arrive from the mainland. 

This isolation has always given Jura whisky a certain allure, and it’s an allure that’s matched by the whisky’s unique island-inspired flavors. Jura whiskies can be peaty, non-peaty, smoky, and even spicy, and there are a number of different varieties that you’ll need to try when you visit the distillery.

Actually reaching the Jura Distillery is all part of the experience, with the island being notoriously difficult to travel to, even when the waves are calm and the summer ferries are running. In the summer, you’ll first need to travel to Tayvallich, from where you can catch the community ferry. If that ferry isn’t running, you’ll need to travel to the island of Islay, then onto Jura. 

It’s well worth it to experience one of Scotland’s best and oldest whiskies, with the Jura Distillery having a long history dating back to 1810. 

10. Talisker Distillery

The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland’s most popular destinations. It’s an almost mythical island where you can hike to spectacular, natural chimney stacks and swim in Fairy Pools. But as beautiful as the island is, the real reason you’re here is for the Isle of Skye whisky at Talisker. 

The fabled Talisker Distillery is the Isle of Skye’s oldest distillery, with a history that can be traced back to the 1830s. The distinctive Talisker whisky with its peaty flavors is produced using much the same process as the founders, Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill, used almost 200 years ago. The stills are replicas of the originals, and although the distillery was destroyed by a fire in 1960, it was restored as faithfully as possible. 

The Talisker Distillery produces a number of different malts, with the classic 10-year-aged being the most popular (and it’s won awards). If you visit the distillery, you’ll be able to tour through the old production areas and see the impressive vaults, where much older barrels (some aged 35 years) are kept in the cool.  

11. Cardhu Distillery

If you love a dram of whisky with a side of history, then you have to visit the Cardhu Distillery in Moray. This is one of Scotland’s most fascinating whisky stories, and unlike many other distilleries, this narrative is dominated by women. 

The Cardhu Distillery was founded by whisky smuggling duo Helen and John Cumming in 1824. As the story goes, Helen would produce whisky, run the distillery, and sell the bottles from their farmhouse – all while avoiding the police. Their daughter, Elizabeth, took over the family business (by now, it was a legitimate whisky producer) and greatly expanded their production levels. 

In 1893, they were bought out by Johnnie Walker, who continues to own the distillery today. Cardhu Whisky remains a distinct product, although you may recognize the aromas if you’re a Johnnie Walker fan because Cardhu is one of the whiskies used in classic Johnnie Walker blends! 

You can learn about this fascinating past on a distillery tour before sampling a few wee drams of the Cardhu Distillery’s excellent Speyside single malt whiskies, which are aged from 12 to 18 years. 

12. Glenmorangie Distillery

Up north in Ross-shire, they know how to make an excellent whisky, and nowhere else is quite so famous as the Glenmorangie Distillery . 

This is highland distillation at its finest. The Glenmorangie Distillery believes that their whisky has been produced using a similar recipe since as early as the 1730s, when the first recorded distillery was established on the Morangie Farm. They still use the same Tarlogie Spring, located up in the hills, as a source of freshwater for the distillation process today. 

Glenmorangie is classified as a single malt whisky, and uniquely, the copper stills where the whisky is produced are the tallest such stills to be found anywhere in Scotland. The distillery recently constructed a 20-meter-high, glass-covered still named the “Lighthouse,” as it aims to be at the forefront of distillation for many years to come.  

The Glenmorangie Distillery is an impressive sight indeed, where modern architecture blends with 18th-century stone walls. You can see it all in person when you take a tour of the distillery, finished off with, of course, a tasting that includes a few wee drams of their signature 18- and 25-year whiskies. 

13. Old Pulteney Distillery

The small, coastal town of Wick lies just 15 miles to the south of John O’Groats, the most northerly point in mainland Britain. That makes the Old Pulteney Distillery one of the most northerly (and windswept) in Scotland, and we know you’re going to love venturing here in search of their famous “maritime malt.”

Old Pulteney Whisky has been shaped by the sea salt and sea spray from the rough North Seas that whips through Wick, and for much of its long history, this was one of the most inaccessible places on the mainland. You don’t need to arrive here by boat as you did when the distillery was first founded in 1826, but you will feel the keen sense of isolation that lingers throughout the town as you head for a tasting. 

Old Pulteney whiskies are characterized by their salty, almost briny aromas, and the taste of this malt really is unique. The classic 12 years aged whisky is a beautiful whisky, but you can step it up with a dram of the 15 years, 18 years, and much rarer 25-year-aged barrels. 

14. Wolfburn Distillery

If you’d love to visit the most northerly distillery on the mainland (not counting the Orkney Islands further to the north!), then you need to take a trip to the Wolfburn Distillery in Thurso. 

The Wolfburn Distillery first opened in 1821 and soon became known for its smooth blends distilled at the end of Britain. But the distillery was forced to close in the 1860s, and for over a century and a half, Wolfburn Whisky was all but forgotten. 

But in 2013, the distillery was resurrected, and the name and brand were brought back to life in Thurso. The distillers at Old Pulteney weren’t too happy, though, as they could no longer claim to be the most northerly distillery on the mainland!

Wolfburn Whisky has more to its name than its location, though. True to their, at one point, lost heritage, the distillery takes a slow, methodical approach to distillation. Everything here is done by hand, including the bottling, and you’ll appreciate every sip when you see how much work and expertise goes into the process during your distillery tour.

15. The Isle of Harris Distillery

The Isle of Harris Distillery is the most unusual addition to our list of the best distilleries to visit in Scotland because their most famous product isn’t whisky, but gin. Yes, gin is distilled in Scotland, too (not just whisky!), and if you make your way to Tarbert on the remote Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, you can see how it’s done!

The Isle of Harris Distillery only opened in 2015, but its products draw on centuries of community, culture, and history on the island. The distillery was founded not just as a way to produce a delectable bottle of gin but to save the local islander community, which was slowly declining as the younger generations left due to a lack of work in the isolated region. 

The distillery now provides many locals with an opportunity to stay and also provides visitors with a fascinating tour through the gin distillation process. 

Isle of Harris gin is prepared using local seaweed, as well as other (more traditional) gin botanicals, including junipers and coriander. Every bottle is labeled by hand and quality checked by the master gin makers, so you can rest assured that this unique gin is of the finest quality. 

If you are more of a whisky drinker, though, then don’t worry because the Isle of Harris Distillery also has you covered. While gin is their most famous product, they do also distill a single malt whisky named The Hearach .

There you have it! The 15 best Scottish distilleries to visit in Scotland. What’s your favorite distillery in Scotland?

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Edinburgh is a modern and contemporary city, however it has fascinating history and many spirit drinks are a big part in Edinburgh’s growth to one of the most iconic cities in Europe. There are records of whisky being produced in Edinburgh as far back as 1505 with the Guild of Barbers and Surgeons being provided the only licence for distilling whisky in Edinburgh by James IV of Scotland.

Fast forward to 1777 and there were eight licensed stills in Edinburgh, however, as illegal distilling was common practice at the time, there were estimated to be around four hundred illicit stills.

Currently, there are three single malt distilleries in Edinburgh and we have selected Glenkinchie and Holyrood distillery as two stops on your Edinburgh whisky tour. Our selections for your tutored tastings include, but are not limited to the Scotch malt whisky society and Usquabe bar and larder.

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Rain or shine, weekday or weekend, no group too small or large, the one way to guarantee a great time during your stay in Scotland’s capital is to book your Edinburgh whisky tour. 

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We’ll collect you from your hotel or B&B ready to start your Edinburgh whisky tour at 9:00am sharp. First stop is Glenkinchie Distillery, a Scottish single malt whisky distillery in East Lothian, Scotland. Arguably the best of the six distilleries in the Lowland region. The home of ‘The Edinburgh Malt’ is situated in the picturesque countryside of East Lothian and provides a superb exhibition in the listed red brick buildings. You’ll take part in the Glenkinchie distillery tour and fantastic tasting, guided by a local expert.

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Our usual stop for lunch and a tutored tasting is the Scottish Malt Whisky Society. The society was formed in 1983 by a group of unconventional ‘water of life’ experts.  Quite different from a distillery tasting, the society exists to present their selected single cask whisky in its purest form, put flavour above all else, while coming up with some very unusual names for each of their bottles. Their motto: “We’re united and constant in our passion – to share the world’s best whiskies, to bring them to life, and to make you proud to belong to the world’s most colourful whisky club.” Due to the connections we have at the society , we can arrange for you or your group to be signed in for a great tasting experience.

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 Our final stop for your Edinburgh whisky tour is the newly built Holyrood distillery. Holyrood is all about flavour and having a memorable and sensory experience. Not held back by history or traditions, you will learn to read your nose, recognise the power of smell and participate in a practical hands-on distillery tour.

After the excellent distillery tour and tasting with your local distillery guide, we finish the tour around 4:00pm.

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Highlands of Scotland Whisky Day Tour and Tasting

Your Private Highland Whisky Distillery Day Tour and Shore Excursion takes in two of our famous Whisky Distilleries, with a Door to Door service from Edinburgh using a luxury vehicle & local chauffeur with years of Scottish experience.

• Experience Two Scottish Highland Whisky Distilleries in the Highlands of Scotland.
• Explore in comfort come rain or shine with a Private Tour by Luxury vehicle.
• Benefit from the personalised experience of a Luxury Private Tour & Local Scottish Driver.
• Enjoy a Dram or Two of the Water of Life with Door to Door Service from Edinburgh.

The three Forth Bridges are an impressive sight as they across the Firth of Forth, as well as providing transport links between Edinburgh and Fife.

The Forth Bridge is one of Scotland’s major landmarks, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

One of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland, Blair Athol Distillery stands at the gateway to the Scottish Highlands in the picturesque town of Pitlochry.

After enjoying a leisurely conducted tour, you can mull over the distinctive character of the finished article as you sip your dram of Blair Athol 12 Year Old.

Set in open moorland south of the town, in the foothills of the Grampian mountains.

Blair Athol’s ancient source of water flows through the grounds from the slopes of Ben Vrackie, contributing to the whisky’s, mellow quality and smooth finish.

• Distillery Experience | Blair Athol Signature Tour

Immerse yourself in the distillery’s historic charm and picturesque setting.

An experienced Guides leads you through the journey our single malt takes from grain to glass.

Your tour culminates in a tutored whisky tasting of 3 drams and a complimentary memento to take home.

For more than 200 years the Falls of Bruar have been a place of pilgrimage.

As you walk along the banks of the Bruar Water today, you are treading in the footsteps of these people – poet William Wordsworth, by the artist William Turner, by Queen Victoria and many others less well known.

The House of Bruar Store is widely acknowledged as Scotland’s most prestigious independent store, with luxury gourmet produce and artian treats.

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Set in the beautiful Perthshire countryside, The Glenturret Distillery is Scotland’s oldest working distillery and a truly unique whisky experience.

Glenturret Malt Whisky is still hand crafted today as it was over two centuries ago using the only remaining hand operated mash tun in Scotland.

Drawing on the area’s plentiful natural resources, whisky is made by hand and heart.

Visitors will experience the traditional handmade distilling processes that have been used to craft the whiskies at The Glenturret Distillery for generations.

• Distillery Experience | The Glenturret Tour

Your experience will take you through the traditional art of making The Glenturret Single Malt Whisky, using hand operated, time-honoured methods.

The tour brings to life the history of our distillery and finishes off with a dram from our distillery’s core whisky range.

• The itinerary will be confirmed on booking, the order will change depending on seasonal schedules.

Tour Duration: 9 Hours

Tour Cost: £200.00 PP (Based on 6 Passengers)

Tour Notes: Entrance Fees are Included

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January — December

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• Small Group (1-16)
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Aura Journeys are an established provider of Private Tours and Chauffeur Services along with Airport Transfers in Scotland. Providing high quality old fashioned service levels in Scotland using our Luxury vehicles. Located in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Stirling using Scottish locals as drivers with years of experience our tours visit Lochs & Glens to the Scottish Highlands along with the historic St Andrews and Loch Ness. All Services include full Luxury Door to Door Service, with your own private driver so there is no waiting for others, our aim is to offer a fantastic Scottish experience to all.

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Hi Paul. Back in Sweden and delighted to find my wonderful lab still recognises me (as does my wife). I think we had a brilliant tour, in fact the best ever, and as always it's a pleasure being on the roads with you. Apart from being a great companion, you share so much about Scottish history and culture which you know I'm always keen to learn more about.

I liked in particular the scenery going from Ballachulish to Tyndrum in Glencoe – a road I'd never travelled before. The best views I've ever had in Scotland. I think we have a solid plan for next year so let´s keep in touch about that.

First time we used MCLEANSCOTLAND.  They were honest about what we would be able to see. It truly was a vacation of a lifetime. It was everything we dreamed about! And we saw as much of Scotland that we could possibly fit in 10 days. Forward five years – we decided to do a whisky tour with them.

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Cancún: Cooking Class and Optional Local Market Tour

Craving an authentic taste of Cancún ‘s vibrant culinary scene? This hands-on cooking class immerses you in the flavors of Mexican gastronomy. You’ll learn to craft traditional tortillas , zesty guacamole, and a delectable 4-course meal, all while using time-honored cooking tools. Opt to visit a local market and select the freshest ingredients, elevating your culinary adventure. With dietary accommodations and a 4-hour duration, this class promises a delightful experience for foodies of all levels. Dive into the heart of Cancún’s dynamic food culture, where the aromas and flavors will leave you craving more.

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• 4-hour hands-on cooking class at a renowned Mexican restaurant in Cancun, covering tortilla-making, guacamole, and a 4-course meal preparation.
• Optional visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients for the cooking class.
• Class offered in English, Spanish, and French, with accommodations for dietary restrictions, including vegan options.
• Free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance and complimentary roundtrip hotel transportation.
• Positive customer feedback with an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, highlighting the cultural experience and value for money.

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Activity Overview

The cooking class in Cancún costs K₁,584 per person and lasts for 4 hours. It includes a hands-on cooking lesson focused on Mexican gastronomy. Participants can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund .

The class is available in English, Spanish, and French, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors. The experience highlights include learning to make tortillas and guacamole, preparing a 4-course meal, and enjoying an original margarita.

Participants also have the option to visit a local market to select fresh ingredients. The class is held at a renowned Mexican restaurant in Cancún, which has been in operation for over 40 years.

Experience Highlights

Participants can expect to learn how to make authentic tortillas and guacamole during the cooking class.

The 4-course meal they’ll prepare includes enchiladas, sopes, quesadillas, and a secret dessert. Along the way, they’ll get to enjoy an original margarita.

For those interested, there’s an optional visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients.

The class takes place at a renowned Mexican restaurant in Cancún that’s been serving up traditional cuisine for over 40 years.

Participants will use authentic cooking tools like the molcajete, comal, and clay pots to craft their Mexican dishes.

Venue and Amenities

Housed within a renowned Mexican restaurant in Cancún, the cooking class is held at an hotel that has been serving up traditional cuisine for over 40 years.

The class provides participants with refreshments, including fresh fruit, water, coffee, and tea, to keep them energized throughout the lesson.

The cooking session utilizes authentic Mexican tools like the molcajete, comal, and clay pots, allowing students to fully enjoy the cultural experience.

Optional transportation to and from the hotel, as well as a visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients, are available for added convenience and a more comprehensive culinary journey.

Pricing and Inclusions

The cooking class in Cancún costs K̶̇1,584 per person, making it an accessible and affordable culinary experience.

The 4-hour class includes a hands-on cooking lesson focused on Mexican gastronomy . Participants will learn to make tortillas, guacamole, enchiladas, sopes, quesadillas, and a secret dessert. An original margarita is also part of the experience.

The class offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund and is available in English, Spanish, and French.

Transportation from Playa del Carmen may incur extra costs, though round-trip hotel transportation is an optional add-on.

Meeting Point and Safety

Upon arrival at the designated meeting point , guests will find a guide in a red t-shirt holding a banner in the hotel lobby. This is the starting point for the cooking class , where the instructor will greet participants and provide an overview of the day’s activities.

For safety reasons, guests aren’t allowed to bring any weapons, sharp objects, or drugs to the class. Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the class includes a visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients.

The venue and instructors accommodate dietary restrictions , including vegan options, so guests can fully enjoy the authentic Mexican culinary experience.

Dietary Accommodations

Does the cooking class accommodate any dietary restrictions ?

Yes, the cooking class is happy to accommodate various dietary needs. Vegan options are available upon request. Participants with other dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free or halal , can also be catered to.

The class strives to make the experience inclusive and enjoyable for all. The key benefits of the dietary accommodations include:

• Ability to participate in the class regardless of dietary needs
• Assurance of safe and suitable food options
• Customized menu to suit individual preferences
• Opportunity to learn Mexican cuisine while adhering to dietary restrictions

These accommodations ensure that everyone can fully enjoy the cultural experience and culinary delights of the cooking class.

Customer Feedback

According to the information provided, the cooking class in Cancún has received highly positive customer feedback .

Based on 39 reviews, the class has an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Participants praised the cultural experience, the freshness of the market ingredients, and the quality of the food and instruction.

The guide received a perfect 5-star rating, while the transportation received 4.9 stars. Customers felt the class offered excellent value for money , with a 4.5-star rating in this category.

Booking and Availability

The cooking class in Cancún is available to book through various online platforms and tour operators.

The 4-hour hands-on experience costs K??1,584 per person and includes:

• Complimentary roundtrip hotel transportation and a visit to a local market, if desired.
• Accommodations for dietary restrictions and vegan options upon request.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Classes are offered in English, Spanish, and French.

Participants are required to wear comfortable shoes and leave any weapons, sharp objects, or drugs at home.

Transportation from Playa del Carmen may incur additional costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Bring My Own Cooking Equipment?

The cooking class provides all necessary equipment, so bringing your own is unnecessary. However, participants are welcome to bring comfortable shoes and avoid items like weapons or sharp objects not related to the class.

Is There a Dress Code for the Cooking Class?

There is no strict dress code for the cooking class. However, participants are advised to wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and casual clothing that can get dirty. The focus is on the hands-on cooking experience, not formal attire.

How Do I Get to the Meeting Point From My Hotel?

The guide in a red t-shirt with a banner will meet participants in the hotel lobby. Roundtrip transportation from the hotel to the cooking class venue may be available for an additional cost, depending on the participant’s hotel location.

Can I Purchase Ingredients From the Market Separately?

Participants can purchase ingredients from the local market separately during the optional market tour. This allows them to take home fresh ingredients to recreate the dishes learned in the cooking class.

Is There a Minimum or Maximum Group Size?

The cooking class doesn’t have a minimum or maximum group size. It’s open to all participants, with the flexibility to accommodate individual needs. The class size is designed to provide a personalized and interactive culinary experience.

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The Cancún cooking class and optional market tour offers an immersive culinary experience , allowing participants to learn traditional Mexican cooking techniques and create a delicious 4-course meal . With accommodations for dietary needs and a hands-on approach, this class caters to foodies of all levels, providing a vibrant and authentic gastronomic adventure in the heart of Cancún.

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