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Everything you need to know about Dartmoor Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
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Dartmoor English Whisky Sherry Cask #2£129.99 Inc VAT -
Dartmoor English Single Malt Whisky Cask 4£299.99 Inc VAT -
Dartmoor Single Bordeaux Cask 79 Founder's Reserve Whisky£289.94 Inc VAT -
Dartmoor American Oak Ex Bourbon Cask English Whisky£64.99 Inc VAT
A brief History
Dartmoor, England. Founded in 2017.
Dartmoor: From Granite Moor to English Single Malt
Dartmoor Whisky Distillery might be one of the most exciting things to come out of Devon in years — apart from cream teas and damp hiking boots. Tucked inside a beautifully restored Victorian town hall in Bovey Tracey, this small-batch distillery is proving that world-class whisky can absolutely come from the wilds of south-west England.
Launched in 2017, Dartmoor was born from a love of single malt and a belief that whisky should be rooted in its surroundings. And that’s what you get here — whisky shaped by local barley, moorland spring water, and a unique Cognac still repurposed for the job. It’s a blend of old-world charm and modern English spirit, both literally and figuratively.
Unlike the more ancient Scottish names, Dartmoor is a bit of a fresh start. There’s no dusty legacy to uphold — just a strong focus on quality, locality, and expression. Each release is small, often single cask, and genuinely connected to place. If you want to taste English whisky that has personality and purpose, this is where you start.
Flavour Profile:
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| Oaky / Woody |
Fruity |
Malty / Cereal |
Dartmoor’s whisky has a clean, gentle character that leans towards malt sweetness and orchard fruit. Depending on the cask type, you’ll often find notes of vanilla, soft toffee, fresh apple, or even a dash of oak spice to round it out. The house style is approachable but layered — think of it as Sunday afternoon whisky: easy to sip, never boring, and always better with good company.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Oak / Wood Spice |
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Apple / Pear |
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Vanilla |
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Caramel / Toffee |
Notable Bottlings
Here are a few key releases from Dartmoor that give a good feel for their house style:
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Ex-Bourbon Cask Single Malt – Light and smooth with vanilla, malt and soft honeyed fruit.
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Ex-Bordeaux Red Wine Cask – Slightly richer, with red berries and a dry finish.
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Ex-Oloroso Sherry Cask – Warm, rounded and more robust with dried fruit and nutty spice.
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Single Cask / Limited Editions – Released occasionally and snapped up fast; often the best way to taste something truly unique.
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The Distillery
The Distiller: Dartmoor Distillery
Address: The Old Town Hall, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 9EG
 Open in maps |
 dartmoorwhiskydistillery.co.uk |
 01626 832874 |
Visitor Centre
Yes, Dartmoor has a cosy and welcoming visitor centre. Set in its old-town-hall home, tours are available most Saturdays and include:
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A guided look at the stills and production
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A tasting of three whiskies
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Insights into the local ingredients and approach
The vibe is relaxed, informative, and ideal for whisky newbies and enthusiasts alike. Booking in advance is usually recommended due to limited space.
Ownership & History
Dartmoor Whisky was founded by a group of passionate whisky lovers who wanted to bring craft single malt production to Devon. It officially began distilling in 2017, making it one of the newer players in English whisky — and the very first in the county.
The distillery is independently owned and operated, with a small team overseeing the entire process from grain to glass. There’s no big corporate parent, just a lot of love and hands-on effort. That local, grounded approach shines through in every bottle.
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
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Located in Bovey Tracey, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England.
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Founded in 2014, with whisky production starting shortly after.
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The distillery was built inside a converted 1860s Victorian fire station.
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Uses a single traditional copper still sourced from Cognac, France.
Production
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Produces single malt whisky using local Devon-grown barley.
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Water comes from the Dartmoor region, known for its purity.
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Focused on small-batch, craft production with slow distillation.
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Maturation takes place in the local climate, using a range of casks such as ex-bourbon, Bordeaux wine, and oloroso sherry.
Whisky Style
Common Dartmoor characteristics:
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Light, clean, and approachable.
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Notes of cereal, honey, orchard fruit, soft spice, and gentle oak.
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Some expressions show wine-cask influence with red fruit and tannins.
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Overall a soft, elegant English whisky style.
Core Expressions
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Dartmoor Bordeaux Cask – richer fruit notes and wine influence.
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Dartmoor Bourbon Cask – sweeter vanilla-led profile.
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Dartmoor Sherry Cask – darker fruit, caramel, and spice.
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Occasional limited editions or single-cask releases.
Significance
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Part of the growing English whisky movement, demonstrating regional diversity.
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Known for transparency, local sourcing, and a traditional artisanal approach.
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One of the few English distilleries using a Cognac-style alembic still, giving a unique spirit character.
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