Everything you need to know about Glenturret Distillery

A brief History

Glenturret, Highlands Region, Scotland. Founded in 1763.

Glenturret feels different the moment you arrive. It’s not a huge industrial site tucked behind fences. It looks more like an old farm steading beside the River Turret, low stone buildings, quiet air, and a pace that makes you slow down without thinking about it.

Often described as Scotland’s oldest working distillery, Glenturret traces its legal roots back to 1763. That’s early. Long before visitor centres and branded merchandise, this was simply a small rural distillery making spirit the old-fashioned way. And, oddly enough, it still kind of is.

Production here remains small and hands-on. Traditional methods, slower runs, and a focus on character over volume. I like that. It feels human. You can taste the care.

For years, most people only knew Glenturret because it supplied malt for The Famous Grouse. Recently though, it’s stepped forward as a single malt in its own right, with a cleaner look, smarter packaging, and a range that’s genuinely worth exploring.

If you want whisky with a bit of history and a bit of charm, this place delivers both.

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Taste Profile


Fruity	Sweet	Oaky / Woody

Glenturret whiskies are typically soft, rounded, and gently sweet. You’ll often find honey and vanilla first, followed by fresh fruit — apples, light citrus — and a clean malt backbone. Oak adds structure with mild spice rather than heaviness.

It’s not a big, bold dram. It’s calm and balanced. The kind you pour when you want something easy but still interesting enough to pay attention to.

Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients

	Citrus (Lemon / Orange Zest)
	Vanilla
	Honey
	Oak / Wood Spice

Glenturret 10 Year Old Highland Whisky Late 2000s

The Distillery

The Distiller: Glenturret Distillery
Address: The Hosh, Crieff, PH7 4HA

Open in maps

www.theglenturret.com

+44 (0)1764 656565

Visitor Centre & Opening Times

Yes — and it’s one of the nicer experiences in mainland Scotland.

Glenturret has:

Guided tours
Tastings
Shop
Café
Michelin-starred restaurant on site

Typical opening hours

Daily
Around 10:00 – 17:00
(Hours vary seasonally, booking tours in advance is sensible)

If you’re near Crieff, it’s an easy and worthwhile stop.

Ownership History

Current Owner

Lalique Group (since 2019)

Previous Owners

The Edrington Group (1981 – 2019)
Used primarily for The Famous Grouse blends during this period
Earlier local and private ownership dating back to the 18th–19th century

Distillery Facts

Overview & History

Glenturret Distillery is located near Crieff in Perthshire and traces its origins back to at least 1763, making it one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland.

The site has a long history connected to both legal and illicit distillation before eventually becoming fully licensed.

For many years, Glenturret was closely associated with The Famous Grouse brand and visitor centre operations. In recent years, the distillery has undergone major repositioning under new ownership, focusing more heavily on premium single malt whisky.

The distillery is currently owned by Lalique Group.