The GlenDronach Distillery recently announced the completion of its newly renovated visitor experience at the distillery in Aberdeenshire. Inspired by a rich heritage and craftsmanship, the enhanced visitor’s center includes a new tasting room, whisky bar, lounge area and retail space.
The design draws inspiration from the distillery’s historic buildings, some of which date back as far as 1771, as well as the color and flavor profiles of the single malt itself. The original natural stone walls are complemented by rich wood tones, marble, leather, understated brass accents and warm lighting; creating an inviting environment in which to explore and enjoy whisky. It also displays a collection of both rare and historic GlenDronach expressions, including the distillery’s oldest bottle which was bottled in 1913.
Visitors will be able to explore a tasting bar, which offers a selection of flights and drams, alongside tea, coffee and other refreshments. The distillery-exclusive Hand Fill gives guests a rare opportunity to fill, seal, label and sign their own cask strength bottle from a choice of two sherry casks.
This is the first refurbishment of the visitor’s center since Brown-Forman purchased The GlenDronach distillery in 2016. The space has been designed by expert brand home designers 1751, alongside Ross McNally from Glasgow-based design consultancy, Scarinish Studio.
“[The GlenDronach founder] James Allardice was both a visionary entrepreneur and a warm and welcoming host, often inviting friends and neighbours into his home to share a dram of his ‘guid GlenDronach’,” said Jennifer Proctor, The GlenDronach Distillery’s Homeplace Manager. “Our vision was to carry forth his hospitality and to bring the traditional craftsmanship of The GlenDronach to life, creating the perfect experience for our visitors to immerse themselves in the distillery’s rich heritage and our Highland Single Malts.”
Visit The GlenDronach Distillery visitor center and gift shop, with guided tours running regularly throughout the day or enjoy a dram at the whisky tasting bar. The Visitor center is open daily from 10am – 4:30pm.
