Craigellachie
Region
Speyside
Country
Scotland
Founded
1891
Owner
Bacardi (John Dewar & Sons)
Water Source
Draws from springs on the slopes above Craigellachie village in Speyside, where the River Fiddich meets the River Spey. The soft, pure Speyside spring water supports Craigellachie's notably meaty, sulphurous, and richly complex character.
Status
Active
About
Craigellachie is one of only a handful of Scottish distilleries still using worm tubs instead of modern condensers, which gives its spirit a distinctive meaty, sulfury, and robust character. Long a blending workhorse, it has gained a cult single malt following for its unapologetically bold Speyside style.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Craigellachie distillery?
- Craigellachie — bold, meaty Speyside malt since 1891. Worm-tub condensers producing an unapologetically robust character.
- When was Craigellachie founded?
- Craigellachie was founded in 1891.
- Where is Craigellachie distillery located?
- Craigellachie is located in Speyside, Scotland.
- What water source does Craigellachie use?
- Craigellachie uses Draws from springs on the slopes above Craigellachie village in Speyside, where the River Fiddich meets the River Spey. The soft, pure Speyside spring water supports Craigellachie's notably meaty, sulphurous, and richly complex character. as its water source.