Distilleries in Lothian Scotland, Scottish Whisky

Marvelous Whisky in Lothian

It is certainly true that whisky is one of Scotland’s greatest legacies and there is hardly a corner of this fantastic country that doesn’t produce the golden liquid. The Lothian is no exception to the rule and while it does not boast as many distilleries as do other regions, it does have at least one that is worth visiting. The Glenkinchie Distillery in East Lothian is a great place to go for a day trip and any whisky lover will no doubt appreciate tasting this local distillery’s great tasting brew. Set amidst rolling farmland, this beautiful little distillery is well-established and provides a number of guided tours to better inform visitors about the various processes involved in making a fine Scottish whisky. The Lothian distillery can be easily reached from Edinburgh via a short 20 minute bus drive and a short walk or drive from the village of Pencaitland. Why not give this great red-bricked distillery a try and discover another of Scotland’s great treasures?

Glenkinchie Distilleries

Glenkinchie Distillery is one of the three remaining Lowland Malt Whisky distilleries. It owes its name to its location: a glen by the Kinchie burn near Pencaitland in East Lothian. Just 15 miles away from Edinburgh it nestles between the verdant Lammermuir hills and the small coastal resorts along the Firth of Forth where it meets the sea.

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