DEWAR'S had traditionally purchased whisky for its blends from other producers, but in 1898 the company opened a distillery of its own in the small village of Aberfeldy. John A. Dewar sees that, to meet growing demand, the firm must be able to guarantee the supply of a superior quality Highland malt whisky for use in the Company's blends. Aberfeldy is designed from the ground up as a model distillery. It relies upon a water source, the Pitilie Burn, which has been used for distilling for centuries. The Distillery is linked by railway to the Company's Perth headquarters.

Soon after the opening of Aberfeldy Distillery, the company introduced Dewar's White Label Scotch. Hand crafted by DEWAR'S first Master Blender, over one hundred years ago, DEWAR'S White Label is a blended Scotch Whisky of unusual subtlety and refinement. Up to 40 of the finest malt and grain Scotch whiskies are blended together in perfect harmony, to create this time honoured blend. Our Aberfeldy single Highland malt, with notes of Scottish heather and honey, is placed at its heart to ensure this whisky is smooth and perfectly balanced. It is no surprise to learn that this is the number 1 selling Scotch whisky in the USA today.

In the spring of 2000 the firm opened a new £2 million visitor's center at the Aberfeldy Distillery. Dubbed Dewar's World of Whisky, it would play host to some 30,000 visitors per year.

HOURS

Winter (1st November - 31st March)
From 1st November until 31st March, DEWAR'S World of Whisky is open Monday to Saturday from 10AM until 4PM (last admission 1 hour before closing).

Please note that the World of Whisky will be closed during Christmas and New Year.

Summer (1st April - 31st October)
Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm
Sunday 12 noon to 4pm
(Last admission one hour prior to closing)

Please allow one and a half hours for your visit.

Silent Season
The month of October/November is usually our annual maintenance period. Traditionally known as the 'Silent Season', during this time the distillery tour may be unavailable, however the Brand Centre, Brand Store and coffee shop will remain open. Please call if you require further advice.

Includes Brand Centre and Distillery tours, plus whisky tasting for adults.

TICKETS

Adult: £5.50

OAP/Concession: £4.00

Family Ticket: (2 adults and up to 5 children): £20.00

Child Ticket: (aged 5 - 17): £3.00; Children under five are free.

Deluxe Tour: £10.00 / Includes Brand Centre and Distillery tours, a taste of 3 of our finest whiskies, and a free blenders malt glass.

Group Tours (12 or more)
Please contact the Brand Centre to discuss your personal group requirement. Group discount for parties of 12 or more are available with advance reservation. Please call at least 24 hours ahead of time.

Free nature trail. Free parking for cars and pre-booked coaches.

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