The Distillery
Cardhu Distillery nestles in a picturesque setting in the heart of Speyside. The only distillery started by a women, Cardhu really does stand out with its unique history, and the product it makes. The light character of the 12yr old Cardhu is an excellent starting point for anyone starting on their whisky journey and the new additions to the family the Cardhu 15 and 18yr offer flavours for those for that are looking for something a little more complex.
Cardhu is also home to the world-famous Johnnie Walker blend, and visitors to the distillery can experience both the history of the single malt, and the story of the renowned blend. Cardhu distillery offers guided tours, tutored tastings, and features an extensive shop and brand centre. Let Cardhu give you a warm Speyside welcome.
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Where is the Cardhu Distillery?
From Elgin take the A941 south to Rothes, continue for 3 miles then travel west on the B9102 for approximately 7 miles.
From Grantown-on-Spey take the B9102 north east for approximately 17 miles.
From Aberdeen take the A96 north west for approximately 38 miles and then turn left onto the A920 for approximately 13 miles.
Once you get to Dufftown follow the signs for Craigellachie, continue through Craigellachie to the A941 at this junction turn right follow the signs for Cardhu.
Cardhu Distillery, Knockando, Aberlour, Banffshire, AB38 7RY
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What are the distillery opening times?
April 2017
Monday – Friday: 10am – 5pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 10am-4pm
Saturday 15th April: 10am – 5pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 10am-4pm
Sunday 16th April: 11am – 4pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm
Saturday 29th April: 10am – 5pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 10am-4pm
Sunday 30th April: 11am – 4pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm
May – September 2017
Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 10am-4pm
Sunday: 11am – 4pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm
October & November
Monday to Friday: 10am – 4pm
Please call 01479874635 to check tour availability
During October and November we carry out annual maintenance.
The visitor centre will remain open conducting tutored nosing and tastings. If you would like to take a tour of the distillery please call in advance to check availability.
December
Monday to Friday: 10am – 4pm
Please call 01479874635 to check tour availability
Last tour is 1 hour before closing unless otherwise stated.
January – March
Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
Tour times: Every hour on the hour from 11am-3pm
Booking in advance is highly recommended.
We also encourage you to book in advance to guarantee the tour of your choice.
Please call 01479874635 or email cardhu.distillery@diageo.com
If you require any further information please call 01479874635
Do you have wheelchair access?
Disabled persons including those with guide dogs and other assistance dogs are welcome at our 12 distillery visitor centres.
We will make reasonable adjustments to the distillery visitor tour that we offer at each visitor centre to ensure that disabled persons including those with guide dogs or other assistance dogs have a positive visitor experience and, above all else, remain safe.
The unique layout of each distillery location and visitor centre means that the reasonable adjustments we make at each distillery may vary.
If you are a guide dog assisted person we ask you to book your visit in advance highlighting your specific requirements so that we can endeavour to deliver a positive visitor experience.
Cardhu Distillery Tours & Prices
Share with us the story of the only malt distillery pioneered by a woman. The malt whisky produced here has a warmth and cleanliness of taste which experts describe as "silky" and is used in some of the award winning Johnnie Walker blends.
Cardhu Distillery Tour - £5.00 - Duration 40mins
Guided tour of the distillery and short history followed by a complimentary taste of Cardhu.
Cardhu “Guess Dhu” Tour - £9.50 - Duration 1hr
Following a guided tour of the distillery, guests will be guided through a nosing and tasting of 3 whiskies. To add to the experience guests will be provided with a scorecard and nose and taste the whiskies blind (Don’t worry you won’t be blindfolded!). The winner who guesses all three whiskies correctly will win bragging rights and be added to our hall of fame. All guests will also receive a complimentary Cardhu Dram Glass. Duration 1 hour
Cardhu Collection Tour - £19.00 - Duration 1hr 15mins
Guided tour of the whisky making process at Cardhu Distillery and a short history followed by a tutored nosing and tasting of six of our single malts. Guests will also receive a complimentary Cardhu Glencairn Glass.
Tutored Nosing & Tasting
Our tutored nosing and tastings gives our visitor the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of single malts and blends. You will be guided through your tutored nosing and tasting by one of our guides who can also recommend whiskies you may wish to try. As our tastings options are very popular please call ahead to make a reservation.
- £6 – includes two 25ml measures
- £9.50 – includes two 25ml measures and a Cardhu Dram glass to take home
- £12 – includes four 25ml measures
- £15.50 – includes four 25ml measures and a Cardhu Dram glass to take home
All admission price includes a £5 discount voucher redeemable against a 70cl bottle of whisky.
Booking in advance is highly recommended. We also encourage you to book in advance to guarantee the tour of your choice. Please call 01479 874635 or email cardhu.distillery@diageo.com.
