Auchentoshan Distillery

Auchentoshan Distillery was established in the Dumbartonshire estate of Auchentoshan in 1823. Since then, it has had six owners who have handed down its unique production process.

This Lowland Malt Distillery rests at the foot of the Old Kilpatrick Hills, overlooking the famous River Clyde, once renowned as the Scottish gateway to the world. Throughout its long history, the distillery, one of only a few remaining Lowland Malt Whisky Distilleries, has witnessed the development of Glasgow from its early industrial days, which saw its shipbuilding supremacy famed the world over, through to the modern and cosmopolitan Glasgow seen today.

Auchentoshan, meaning ‘corner of the field’ in Gaelic, produces a delicate, smooth, light single malt whisky. The subtle aroma and flavour are achieved by triple distillation. Unlike other Scottish distilleries, at Auchentoshan, the spirit goes through a third distillation, producing a light and delicate spirit.

The distillery has been extensively refurbished since its acquisition by Morrison Bowmore Distillers in 1984 (now owned by Suntory) and celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2023. Although it retains all its traditional production methods, including its unique triple distillation process, the distillery offers a range of age expressions, single vintage bottlings, and finishes.

(Adapted from the Malt Whisky Yearbook 2024)