Top 45 Eastern Scottish Spirits and Liqueurs

John Dewar & Sons, established in 1846 in Perth, Scotland, by John Dewar, is a prominent name in the Scotch whisky industry. The company expanded rapidly under the leadership of John’s sons, Alexander and Tommy, who successfully promoted the brand worldwide. In 1998, Dewar & Sons became part of Bacardi and continues to thrive with operations across Scotland. The company owns five distilleries: Aberfeldy, Aultmore, Craigellachie, Macduff, and Royal Brackla, contributing to its rich heritage in whisky production.Expand

Johnnie Walker is one of the world's most iconic Scotch whisky brands, with a history dating back to 1820 when grocer John Walker began selling whisky in Kilmarnock, Scotland. Over the following decades, the company developed a reputation for creating consistently blended whiskies, helping to establish the global popularity of Scotch whisky. The brand expanded significantly under the leadership of John Walker’s descendants, becoming one of the first whisky producers to export its products internationally. Today, Johnnie Walker is owned by Diageo and is recognized as one of the best-selling Scotch whisky brands in the world. Its portfolio includes renowned expressions such as Johnnie Walker Red Label, Johnnie Walker Black Label, Johnnie Walker Green Label, Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve, and the prestigious Johnnie Walker Blue Label. The brand is distinguished by its expertise in blending malt and grain whiskies sourced from different regions of Scotland, creating balanced and recognizable flavor profiles. Its famous Striding Man logo, introduced in 1908, has become one of the most recognizable symbols in the spirits industry. With more than two centuries of heritage, Johnnie Walker remains a leading ambassador of Scotch whisky worldwide, combining tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation in every expression.Expand

Glencadam Distillery, established in 1825, is known for its award-winning Single Malt Scotch Whisky, which has been produced using traditional, handcrafted methods for nearly 200 years. The distillery's whisky offerings include a variety of expressions, all matured in carefully selected casks to ensure quality and depth of flavor. Glencadam whiskies are celebrated for their rich, complex character, often influenced by maturation in a range of cask types, including ex-bourbon and sherry butts.Expand

Glengoyne Distillery is a renowned whisky distillery located in the Scottish Highlands, just north of Glasgow, known for its commitment to crafting exceptional single malt Scotch whisky. The distillery, which has been in operation since 1833, produces whiskies that are celebrated for their smoothness, depth, and complexity. What sets Glengoyne apart is its traditional approach to whisky-making, particularly its focus on slow maturation. The distillery uses copper pot stills to distill its whisky and matures it in oak casks that are carefully chosen to impart unique flavors. Glengoyne is also famous for using only unpeated malted barley, which helps create the smooth, fruity character that defines its whiskies.Expand

Deanston Distillery, nestled on the banks of the River Teith in the Scottish Highlands, is known for producing handcrafted single malt Scotch whisky. Established in a former cotton mill in 1965, Deanston focuses on traditional production methods, including using only Scottish ingredients and natural maturation processes. Their whiskies are crafted without added coloring or chill filtration, enhancing the authentic flavors. Expand

Holyrood Distillery is a craft distillery located in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland. Established in 2019, it is known for producing small-batch, high-quality spirits, including whisky and gin. The distillery emphasizes traditional methods combined with innovative techniques, allowing for unique flavor profiles in their products. Holyrood's whiskies are often aged in a variety of casks, contributing to rich, complex flavors. In addition to whisky, the distillery also creates a range of gins that feature botanicals sourced from Scotland. The distillery offers tours and tastings, allowing visitors to learn about the distillation process and sample their products. With a focus on craftsmanship and local ingredients, Holyrood Distillery has quickly become a notable name in Edinburgh's growing craft spirits scene.Expand

Eden Mill is a Scottish distillery and brewery located in St Andrews, Fife, known for producing premium gins, whiskies, and beers. Established in 2012, it was the first to make spirits in the region in over 150 years. The distillery emphasizes sustainability, utilizing renewable energy sources and collaborating with local companies to repurpose by-products. Eden Mill's products, such as their coastal gins and distinctive single malt whisky, draw inspiration from the local landscape, incorporating botanicals sourced from around the distillery. In June 2023, they began constructing a new distillery and visitor center on the banks of the River Eden, aiming to become operational later in 2024. Expand

Old Parr is a brand owned by Diageo, one of the largest producers of alcoholic beverages in the world. Old Parr is part of Diageo's heritage in the segment of luxury blended Scotch whiskies and maintains the high standards of quality that Diageo sets for all its products. Thanks to Diageo's global distribution and marketing, Old Parr has gained immense popularity, particularly in Latin America and Asia.Expand

Lowland is a region for Scottish whisky that is located in the south of Scotland. This small region, in terms of the number of distilleries, is mostly associated with triple distillation, though not all distilleries employ it. Traditionally, whisky that is produced in the area will be lighter, softer, smoother, and more elegant, with a floral and fruity character and typical honeysuckle, grass, toffee, ginger, toast, and cinnamon aromas. Because of their light style and the lack of peaty flavors, these whiskies are often called the Lowland Ladies. They make a perfect aperitif and are excellent entry-level whisky. Best distilleries in the region include Glenkinchie, Auchentoshan, and Bladnoch. Expand

This Scottish liqueur is a created with a secret blend of aged Scotch whiskey, honey, herbs, and spices. Its history dates back to the 18th century when allegedly Prince Charles Edward Stuart passed down his secret recipe to Clan Mackinnon. In 1914, the secret recipe was obtained by Malcolm MacKinnon, who first registered it as a trademark and established The Drambuie Liqueur Company in Edinburgh. Drambuie, whose names derives from Scots Gaelic an dram buidheach meaning the drink that satisfies, is a full-bodied drink, characterized by its unusual combination of herbal, spicy, and sweet flavors. It can be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, but it also blends well into cocktails and long drinks. The most popular is Drambuie-based cocktail is Rusty Nail—an American classic dating back to the Prohibition era.Expand

Glayva is an award-winning Scottish whisky liqueur. The drink hails from Leith, Edinburgh, where it was created in 1947 by a local whisky merchant Ronald Morrison. The liqueur is a blend of the finest Scotch whiskies, honey, tangerines, cinnamon, and other spices. Glayva has an appealing golden color, a smooth, subtly sweet flavor, and aromas reminiscent of honey and spices. It is best served straight or on the rocks. The name glayva is a transcription of Gaelic gle mhath, meaning very good. Expand

Magnum is a whisky-based cream liqueur produced and bottled in Edinburgh. It combines fresh cream and Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Apart from its excellent flavor, this Scottish concoction is also distinguished for its bottling—it is sold in reusable stainless steel flasks. Magnum is creamy, smooth, and richly flavored. It has a good balance of sweet, caramel-like notes and bold and warming whisky nuances. The liqueur is created with Dutch cream, while the whisky is sourced from BenRiach. It is bottled at 17% alcohol by volume. The stainless steel bottle chills quickly so the liqueur can be served neat, but it also works great served over ice. It can also be an excellent addition to desserts. Expand