Tomintoul

One of the younger distilleries in Scotland, Tomintoul Distillery has built up an impressive production volume in recent years. With a capacity of 3.5 million liters per year, the distillery is one of the largest producers in the Speyside region. Tomintoul's portfolio includes a range of single malts of various ages that are well known around the world and have a strong following.

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History of the Tomintoul distillery

The Tomintoul distillery is one of the best-known whiskey distilleries in Scotland and has been producing high-quality single malt whiskey since 1964. It is located in the idyllic village of Tomintoul, which lies in the heart of the Whiskey County Speyside. The distillery is proud of its rich history and remarkable craftsmanship, which is evident in every bottle of whisky.

Tomintoul Distillery is located at the foot of the Cairngorms, in a place of rare natural beauty and majestic scenery. It uses the crystal clear spring water from nearby Balloch Hill and the smooth, local barley malt to create a truly unique whiskey. The distillery follows a traditional method of whiskey production and relies on slow and careful fermentation and distillation. This creates a fine, mild distillate with an exceptionally aromatic, rich taste.

  • Tomintoul Brennerei von oben. 1.1

    Tomintoul distillery from above. 1.1

  • Tomintoul Brennerei von oben. 1.2 Winter

    Tomintoul distillery from above. 1.2

Production of the Tomintoul distillery

The Tomintoul Distillery is located in the Speyside region of Scotland and is one of the largest distilleries in the area. The annual production volume is around 3.3 million liters, which is considered a considerable amount in the Scotch industry.

The distillery was founded in 1965 and has since been known for its high quality and award-winning whiskeys. Tomintoul produces a wide range of whiskeys including single malt Scotch whiskey available in both cask strength and bottled form. The distillery relies on traditional methods of whiskey production and only uses fresh spring water and high-quality barley.

  • Entnahme der Fassprobe.

    Taking the barrel sample.

  • Fassprobe im Glas.

    Barrel sample in the glass.

Other interesting facts about the Tomintoul distillery

The distillery prides itself on using only high-quality, locally sourced ingredients to produce its premium single malt whiskies. This includes Scottish barley, water from nearby springs and yeast bred specifically for Tomintoul.

The distillery has several pot stills that allow it to produce a variety of whiskeys, from mild and sweet to robust and smoky varieties. A distinctive feature of Tomintoul whiskeys is their smooth texture and light, subtle taste, appreciated by connoisseurs around the world.

Tomintoul Distillery is also a major employer in the area and is committed to promoting Scottish culture and the local community. Visitors can tour the distillery and take part in a tasting to enjoy the unique flavors of their exquisite whiskeys.

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    Stills from the Tomintoul distillery. 1.1

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    Stills from the Tomintoul distillery. 1.2

Location of the Tomintoul distillery