It's about time you found us and our award-winning whisy.
Three storeys of quiet innovation – and the famous pagoda roof rising through the trees. Tucked into a narrow Speyside valley since 1897, Speyburn was built the hard way – upwards, not outwards. Our founder, John Hopkins, asked architect Charles C. Doig to design a distillery that worked with the landscape, not against it.
Join us to see how we still make whisky with the pure waters of the Granty Burn – with the same steady hand that formed the first drop. Every visit ends in our warehouse, where you’ll learn how we mature our whisky and enjoy a guided tasting of the Speyburn range. A complimentary Glencairn glass goes home with you – something to remember us by.
JOIN US ON A DISTILLERY TOUR AND EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF
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Opening Times
Winter October - March
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4:30pm
Summer April - September
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 4:30pm
125 years in the Making
An immersive adventure through the ages of dedication, expertise, and tradition that culminate in the creation of our award-winning single malt whisky
Facilities
Parking
WiFi
English and German
Toilets
Guide Dogs Allowed
Gift Shop
Card and Mobile Payments
Accessibility
Wheelchair access to the shop but not currently the tours.
How to Find Us
Situated in the picturesque town of Rothes at the heart of the Speyside Whisky Trail.
By Car
Both Google and Apple maps will take you straight to us. Those using more traditional methods; from the South, drive through Rothes high street until you come from Rothes roundabout. Take the 3rd exit (B9105 North St) for 300m before taking a left at signpost marked Speyburn Distillery. From the North before you reach Rothes take the first exit at the Rothes roundabout.
Please note that roadworks are taking place on the B9015 from Mosstodloch to Rothes. The distillery is still accessible. The road closure information on the Moray Council website can help you plan your trip and see the diversion.
By Bus
From Inverness: Take the M96 Coach run by Stagecoach to Elgin. Then the 36 bus bound for Dufftown until you reach Rothes, then walk back on yourself, keeping right until you reach a sign marked Speyburn Distillery.
From Aviemore: Take the X37 bus from Aviemore Train Station bound for Carrbridge until you reach The Square in Granton-on-Spey. Cross the road to the Garth Hotel and take the 36A bus bound for Dufftown. Get off at St Margaret's Church in Charlestown and await the 36 bus to Elgin. Get off at Glennies Lane in Rothes, head north onto North St until you reach a sign marked Speyburn Distillery.
By Train
From Aberdeen: Take the Scotrail train from Aberdeen to Elgin. Then the 36 bus bound for Dufftown until you reach Rothes, then walk back on yourself, keeping right until you reach a sign marked Speyburn Distillery.
From Edinburgh: Get the train to Aberdeen and follow the above instructions.
From Glasgow: Get the train to Aviemore or Inverness and follow the Bus instructions.
Speyburn Distillery, Rothes, Aberlour, Banffshire, Scotland, AB38 7AG
FAQs
What should I wear on the experience?
The experiences take place in Speyburn Distillery, and as you will enter the production area, we suggest wearing comfortable, layered clothing due to the warmth of our stills. Sensible footwear is also advised; no open-toed shoes or high heels as there are mesh and grated areas.
Can I bring my dog to Speyburn Distillery?
Only assistance dogs are permitted at Speyburn Distillery and we ask that you bring relevant documentation with you for example Assistance Dogs UK branded ID book. Where possible, we ask that you inform us in advance if you are bringing an assistance dog onto Speyburn Distillery. You can contact us on +44(0)7977 706676 or email distillery@speyburn.com to inform us. Speyburn Hosts will be available to assist guests should assistance dogs find the grating unpleasant and be unable to walk across it.
What is your cancellation & refunds policy?
A full refund will be issued for cancellations made up to 72 hours before tour date. You are entitled to a full refund if you give us notification, via email, of your wish to cancel your tickets up to 72 hours before your tour begins.
Is the tour suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility?
One of the unique aspects of Speyburn is the clever use of a compact site, meaning most of the distillery and the maltings are two or three storeys high. Being an old building, there are no lifts, and the tour does take visitors up and down several flights of stairs. Much of the tour route is also on open-grid flooring, which is perfectly safe but can be disconcerting for those who are uncomfortable with heights. The tasting room and shop are accessible by wheelchair.
How can I book for large groups?
Space within the distillery is very limited, so we cannot accommodate groups larger than 10 people on a tour.
Should I book in advance?
Yes, we highly recommend booking in advance to avoid any disappointment.
Are children allowed on the tour?
Due to a number of potential hazards within the maltings and the production area of the distillery, we can only allow children aged 12 and over to join the distillery tour.
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