Glencadam Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Brechin, Smithfield Road
Angus DD9 7PA Scotland
Tel: +44 (0)1356 622217 / Fax: +44 (0)1356 624905
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Glencadam Distillery, located in the ancient city of Brechin in the Highlands of Scotland, is the only distillery in the Angus region. It was founded in 1825 by George Copper, just one year after distilling was legalised in Scotland. The stills have a special shape, an unusual feature being that their pipes run upwards at an angle of 15° rather than downwards, helping to produce a particularly mellow flavour.

Throughout the years, ownership changed several times before coming under ownership of Hiram Walker & Son (Ballantine's) in 1954. Their purpose of obtaining Glencadam was for Ballantine's blends. In May 2003, the distillery became property of Angus Dundee Distillers Plc. Almost all the production is for blending and specifically for use in Ballantine's and Stewart's Cream of the Barley blends.

Glencadam Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky Aged 15 Years is the first Single Malt from this distillery since 1825 which was distilled for the general public. It is exceptional. It is available in 70cl and I Litre sizes. Glencadam 15 Year Old won a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge 2005, recognising it as a Single Malt of high quality which will be much sought after by the discerning consumer.

Angus Dundee Distillers Plc is an independent company with over 50 years' experience in the production, bottling, and distribution of fine Scotch Whiskies and other spirits. Angus Dundee also owns Tomintoul, a malt distillery which is located in the Speyside Glenlivet region. Their success is based on supplying top quality products at competitive prices.

The Glencadam Distillery

Glencadam Distillery is situated to the east of Brechin next to Glebe Park where the football team, Brechin City play their home matches. Its water source comes from springs in the Unthank Hills. It has one wash still and one spirit still. Its capacity is 1,400,000 litres of alcohol per year.

The distillery was renovated in 1959 and continued production until it was mothballed by Allied Distillers due to over-production in 2000. However, after Angus Dundee Distillers Plc acquired Glencadam in 2003, the distillery was revived.

Glencadam Distillery Tours
Hours: 2pm - 4pm, Mon - Thur; All visits by appointment

Group Bookings
Max: 10

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Glencadam Distillery
Tel: +44 (0)1356 622217
Fax: +44 (0)1356 624905

The Glencadam Distillery does not have a visitor centre, yet tours are welcomed by appointment only.