Tour in Aberfeldy

A guide speaks to a small group during a whisky tasting at a distillery with bottles displayed on backlit shelves
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4.8(354)
From ~$24
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1h 30m
Cultural Tours
Aberfeldy

Aberfeldy Distillery Tour

At a Glance

Type
Cultural Tours
Duration
1h 30m
Rating
4.8/5 (354)
Price
From ~$24/person
Fitness
Low - The tour is mainly...

Tour Details

Just three miles from the birth place of founder John Dewar, the Aberfeldy Distillery is the only distillery built by the Dewar family. Your experience includes a distillery tour and access to the atmospheric warehouse where you can hear about the angels’ share and how the whisky is double aged for a richer smoother flavour. Also included is the heritage centre offering a unique insight into founders; John Dewar and his sons Tommy and John Alexander. You will end the tour in one of our tasting rooms to enjoy a comparative tasting of our Dewar's Blended Scotch and our Aberfeldy Single Malt.

Enjoy a dram (over 18s only) in the whisky lounge with comfy sofas and warming fire as well as free wifi.

What Makes This Tour Special

The tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the whisky-making process, including the opportunity to see the distillation and aging processes in action. The atmospheric warehouse adds a sensory experience as visitors hear about the whisky's maturation.
  • Access to the distillery's atmospheric warehouse and detailed explanation of the whisky aging process.
  • Comparative tasting experience of Dewar's Blended Scotch and Aberfeldy Single Malt.
  • Insight into the history of the Dewar family and their contribution to Scotch whisky.
  • Comfortable tasting rooms with cozy seating and a warm ambiance.
  • Free WiFi available in the whisky lounge.

Historical Background

The Aberfeldy Distillery was established in 1896 by John Dewar and his sons, marking a significant development in the whisky industry. The distillery's location was chosen due to the purity of the water sourced from the nearby River Tay, which is essential for whisky production.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This cultural tours activity is highly rated at 4.8/5 across 354 reviews, running 1h 30m from ~$24 per person.

Best For

FamiliesBudget travelers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 4.8/5
  • +Well-reviewed: 354 ratings
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Inclusions not listed

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