The Glenlivet
The Glenlivet Distillery sits in a wild and remote glen, its history laced with drama and intrigue.
So in every bottle of whisky made, they capture as much of the spirit of the glen as possible.
At The Glenlivet they’ve never been afraid to mix things up.
You’re invited to the heart of Scotland’s whisky-making country to see it for yourself. Here, you can experience the rare conditions of The Glenlivet’s remote location. You’ll learn how its founder, George Smith, established the first licensed distillery in the parish of Glenlivet, and defended it from smugglers.
To this day they continue George Smith’s vision to break traditions, set new standards and move things forward; selecting exceptional unique casks, finishes and liquids and delivering unique serves and cocktails to open up the world of single malt to all.
They have a selection of immersive whisky experiences available during your visit as well as an extensive range of The Glenlivet Single Malt to purchase including vintage and distillery exclusives. There is also a brand new Drawing Room bar where you can taste whiskies by the dram, shake things up with a cocktail or taste some original bar snack pairings.
For 200 Year Anniversary they are opening the door to their newest Still House, unseen by the public eye, where you will see how innovative technologies follow old traditions to create a sustainable, modern distillery for the future.
Types of Tour
The Original
It’s not easy being an original.Â
Founder, George Smith, was a visionary and unafraid to break tradition. Learn about the whisky making process and how The Glenlivet became the original Speyside Single Malt with an immersive experience which delves into both the production and history.Â
Enjoy a guided tasting of the core range; The Glenlivet 12, 15 and 18 year old.
Available Tuesday-Saturday
Booking: Online
Cost: £15
The Single Casks
A tutored tasting of four exclusive Single Cask editions from The Glenlivet’s Distillery Reserve Collection. This experience allows you to understand the importance of each part of the whisky making process and cask selection.
With this collection of whiskies being exclusive to The Glenlivet, this is a rare opportunity to taste side by side how each cask can create its own unique characteristics.
Available Tuesday-Saturday
Booking: Online
Cost: £30
The Archives
Explore the art of maturation with an exclusive tour of the traditional bonded warehouses at The Glenlivet.
Immerse yourself in the finely tuned process of cask selection and learn how the oak plays a vital role in defining The Glenlivet whisky.Â
In one of the private tasting rooms, you’ll enjoy an exclusive tutored tasting of a selection of The Glenlivet’s oldest and rarest whiskies including The Glenlivet 30 Year Old Cellar Collection and a dram from the archives.Â
Available Friday-Saturday.
Cost: £100.00Â
Book: Email to book on theglenlivet.admin@pernod-ricard.com
Opening Hours
Open until 24th December – closed between Christmas and New Year.
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Accessibility
The Original Tour has wheelchair access.
Every other tour requires some type of climbing.
Location
The Glenlivet Distillery is located ten miles from Tomintoul, on the B9008. If you have a SatNav please enter the postcode AB37 9DB
Contact Details
Phone: +44 01340 821720
Email: theglenlivet.admin@pernod-ricard.com