Edradour distillery

Edradour distillery is a renowned Scotch whisky distillery based in Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. It is recognized as one of the smallest distilleries in Scotland and is known for its traditional distilling methods.

History

The Edradour distillery was established in 1825 by a cooperative of local farmers. The distillery was initially known as Glenforres, but it was renamed to Edradour in 1837. The distillery has changed hands several times over the years, with notable owners including Pernod Ricard and the Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky Company.

Production

The distillery produces a range of single malt whiskies using traditional methods. The production process involves mashing, fermentation, distillation, and aging. The distillery has a capacity of producing around 90,000 litres of whisky per year.

Products

Edradour produces a variety of single malt whiskies, including the Edradour 10 year old, the Edradour Caledonia, and the Edradour Ballechin. Each of these whiskies has a unique flavor profile, with notes of honey, vanilla, and dried fruit being common.

Visitor Centre

The Edradour distillery also features a visitor centre, which offers guided tours of the distillery and tastings of its whiskies. The visitor centre also has a shop where visitors can purchase Edradour's whiskies and other merchandise.

See Also

• Scotch whisky
• Single malt whisky
• Distillation
• Pitlochry
• Perth and Kinross
• Scotland