Glenkinchie distillery, Whisky distillery in Pencaitland, Scotland
The Glenkinchie facility operates with the largest stills in Scotland, featuring two copper vessels that hold over 30,000 liters for whisky production.
Founded in 1825 by the Rate brothers, Glenkinchie Distillery developed from a farm operation into a major producer of Lowland single malt whisky.
The distillery holds a central position among the Four Corners of Scotland distilleries, producing the signature Edinburgh Malt for Johnnie Walker blends.
Visitors can access guided tours daily between 10 AM and 6 PM from May through September, with modified hours during winter months.
The on-site museum presents a detailed scale model of a traditional distillery alongside exhibits of historical whisky production equipment.
Location: East Lothian
Location: Pencaitland
Inception: 1825
GPS coordinates: 55.89120,-2.89106
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:42
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