Strathisla
Single Malt ScotchWhisky
Seafield Avenue Keith
Aberdeenshire AB55 3BS Scotland
Tel: +44 (0) 1542 783 044 / Fax: +44 (0)1542 783 039
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Strathisla Distillery's origins date back to 1786, when two
local entrepreneurs set up a small distilling business close
to Milton Castle. The demand for the whisky continued to grow
after its purchase in 1828 by William Longmore, one of Keith's
greatest benefactors. Strathisla is the Scottish Highlands’
oldest working distillery.
The Distillery is located on the banks of the River Isla in
Keith, the centre of the whisky distilling industry for over
two centuries, renowned for its "holy wells" and
natural springs, on the edge of Moray and Banffshire’s
fertile barley-growing regions.
Although Strathisla has changed ownership over the years,
it has retained its traditional character, continuing to command
a loyal and enthusiastic following of its "Strathisla
Old Highland Malt Whisky." It is currently owned by Groupe
Pernod Ricard.
Strathisla
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Strathisla
single malt Scotch whisky has a long-established reputation
as a distinguished dram, prized by the industry as the ‘connoisseur’s
best kept secret’. For over two centuries it has been
sold as a single malt Scotch whisky. It was acclaimed from
an early stage, being awarded an Honourable Mention for Old
Highland Malt Whisky in 1886, at the Edinburgh International.
Its distinctive mellow, honeyed flavour is at the heart of
the blend in the world-famous Chivas
Regal premium Scotch whisky.
Strathisla's
key market is Scotland and its product range is the Strathisla
Old Highland Malt Whisky 12 Year Old. Independent bottlings
are availble.
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STRATHISLA
12 YEAR
PURE HIGHLAND MALT SCOTCH WHISKY |
STRATHISLA
25 YEAR
PURE HIGHLAND MALT SCOTCH WHISKY |
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Nose: Fragrant
with citrus (orange peel), flowers (freesia), spice, and a hint
of cream-filled choux pastry. Juicy! Water pulls out more weighty
malty notes.
Palate: Lovely mid-weight malt that's softer
than the nose initially suggests. Great momentum in the mouth
with cranachan, soft baked fruits, fruit cake, syrup, apricot
and malt. It dances on the tongue.
Finish: Bursts into life.
Comment: Charming, subtle and gorgeous.
Tasting Notes by Dave Broom
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Without
Water
Nose: Sherry-wood, hints of treacle and liquorice, some
earthy charred oak notes.
Palate: Rich sherry wood character. Mulled fruits
and Christmas pudding. Hints of rum and raisin toffees.
With Water
Nose: A more floral character develops - lavender and
pot pourri. The sherry wood and fruit elements slowly
develop along with a sweet fudge note.
Palate: Sherry wood with an earthy, spicy element.
Hints of menthol and eucalyptus. A subtle smoky note.
Body: Rich.
Finish: Charred oak with floral elements.
Whisky Style: Strong sherry character, interlaced
with spices.
Tastings Notes by Gordon & MacPhail |
Strathisla
Whisky Distillery
The
Strathisla Distillery |
The
Strathisla Distillery was restored to its former glory after
it was purchased in 1950 by Chivas Brothers, becoming "The
Home and Heart of Chivas Regal", the jewel in the crown
of Chivas Brothers’ family of malt whisky distilleries.
The Strathisla Distillery is now known as Scotland’s
most attractive distillery, offering visitors a unique, self-guided
tour of the buildings, to witness every stage of whisky-making.
It is also the most photographed single malt distillery.
Visitor Centre
The visitor centre will open fully on Monday March 17th, 2008
for the season with tours throughout the day, approx 25 minutes
apart.
Opening Hours
hours will be from 9.30am until the last tour at 4pm, Monday
- Saturday. Sunday hours are from noon until 4pm. Cost for
tour is £5 and this includes a taste of Chivas Regal
12 year old before the tour and either Strathisla single malt
or Chivas Regal 18 year old afterwards. Children under 8 are
not allowed to tour.
Tour
& Distillery Centre Information
The tour consists of following the process through the distillery
and a visit to a traditional dunnage warehouse and a chance
to see some of the whiskies that find their way into Chivas
Regal. The approximate tour time is 45 minutes.
The fully stocked shop among other things gives the visitor
an opportunity to buy the Chivas Bros. cask Strength editions
from a selection of our distilleries including Strathisla,
these are only available at our visitor centre shops. The
shops also stock a wide range of the Chivas Brothers portfolio.
Getting There
Keith is on the main trunk A96 Aberdeen to Inverness road.
The distillery lies in Seafield Avenue, directly off the main
road. It is a few minutes from the bus route and the Keith
Station.
Parking
/ Reception
Car park is tight and sloping, accross the road from the distillery.
The Reception is elegant and here you learn that the tour
is self-service, with help from the staff and a guide book.
Next to reception is the Islay room wher you can sink into
plush furnishings and enjoy coffee and shortbread while you
master the guide book.
Contact Us
Strathisla Distillery
Seafield Avenue Keith
Aberdeenshire AB55 3BS Scotland
Tel: +44 (0) 1542 783 044
Fax: +44 (0)1542 783 039
E-mail: The
Strathisla Distillery
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