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Everything you need to know about Inchmurrin Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
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Inchmurrin Pure Highland Malt Whisky 1980s£119.99 Inc VAT -
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old Highland Single Malt Whisky 2010s£94.99 Inc VAT -
Inchmurrin 10 Year Old Highland Single Malt Whisky 1990s£94.99 Inc VAT
A brief History
Inchmurrin, Highlands Region, Scotland. Founded in 1964.
Inchmurrin isn’t a distillery you visit on its own. It’s actually a style of single malt produced within the much larger Loch Lomond Distillery—but it has such a distinct personality that it’s treated almost like its own identity.
The name comes from Inchmurrin Island, the largest island on Loch Lomond. That alone sets the tone. There’s something lighter, more relaxed about this whisky. It doesn’t try to compete with heavy sherry bombs or smoky Islay malts. Instead, it leans into freshness.
What makes Inchmurrin interesting is how it’s made. Loch Lomond uses straight-neck stills, which allow for a different cut of spirit—cleaner, more controlled, and often more fruit-forward. That technical detail matters, because it shapes everything you taste in the glass.
If you’re used to bold, heavy whiskies, Inchmurrin might feel a bit understated at first. But give it a moment. This is the kind of dram that grows on you—easy to drink, quietly complex, and surprisingly modern in style.
Taste Profile
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Fruity |
Sweet | Herbal / Grassy |
Inchmurrin is known for its fresh, floral, and fruit-led profile. You’ll usually pick up soft orchard fruits like apple and pear first, followed by a gentle sweetness—think honey rather than heavy caramel. There’s often a light citrus edge running through it, which keeps everything feeling clean.
The finish tends to be soft and slightly grassy, with just enough maltiness to round things out. It’s not a whisky that hits hard—it’s one that keeps things balanced and easy.
If I had to describe it simply: light, bright, and quietly refreshing.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Apple / Pear |
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Honey |
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Citrus (Lemon / Orange Zest) |
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Malt / Biscuit / Toast |
Popular Inchmurrin Bottles
Here are some of the most recognisable releases under the Inchmurrin name:
- Inchmurrin 12 Year Old
The core expression. Light, fruity, and easy to approach with a clean finish. - Inchmurrin 18 Year Old
More rounded and slightly richer, with added depth from longer ageing. - Inchmurrin Madeira Wood Finish
Brings in extra sweetness and a slightly richer fruit profile from the cask. - Inchmurrin 10 Year Old (Travel Retail)
A slightly brighter, more citrus-led version often found in airports.
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The Distillery
The Distiller: Inchmurrin Whisky at Loch Lomond Distillery
Address: Dunbartonshire, Alexandria, G83 0TL
 Open in maps |
 www.lochlomondwhiskies.com |
 +44 (0)1389 750810 |
Visitor Centre
Yes—Loch Lomond Distillery does welcome visitors.
- Visitor Centre: Yes
- Tours Available: Yes (guided tours and tastings)
- Opening Times:
Typically Monday–Friday, 10:00am – 4:00pm (varies seasonally)
It’s worth booking ahead, especially if you want a proper tasting experience.
Ownership & History
Current Owner:
- Loch Lomond Group
Background:
- Loch Lomond Distillery was founded in 1965
- Inchmurrin is one of several whisky styles produced on-site (alongside Inchmoan, Inchfad, and others)
- The distillery has changed hands several times but is now firmly established under Loch Lomond Group ownership
Previous Ownership Includes:
- Littlemill Distillery Company (original association)
- Various private ownership groups through the late 20th century
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
Inchmurrin is a single malt Scotch whisky brand produced at Loch Lomond Distillery. The name comes from Inchmurrin, the largest island in Loch Lomond.
Loch Lomond Distillery is unusual in that it produces multiple distinct single malt styles using different still configurations. Inchmurrin represents one of these styles, positioned as a lighter, fruit-forward expression within the distillery’s range.
The brand forms part of Loch Lomond’s multi-style production strategy rather than being a separate distillery.
Production
- Spirit Type: Single malt Scotch whisky
- Distillery: Loch Lomond Distillery
- Stills: Straight-neck pot stills (unique to Loch Lomond)
- Cask Policy: Primarily ex-bourbon with some cask finishing
Loch Lomond’s still design allows for control over reflux, producing different flavour profiles across its whisky ranges.
Whisky Style
Inchmurrin whisky typically shows:
- Light and fruity profile
- Orchard fruit (pear, apple)
- Tropical notes (pineapple, banana)
- Honey and vanilla
- Clean, smooth finish
It is one of the lightest and most aromatic styles produced at Loch Lomond.
Key Expressions
- Inchmurrin 12 Year Old – Core expression
- Inchmurrin Madeira Wood Finish – Wine cask influence
- Limited and travel retail releases
These releases highlight the fruit-forward nature of the spirit.
Significance
Inchmurrin demonstrates the flexibility of modern Scotch distillation, where a single distillery can produce multiple distinct malt styles.
It is a key example of how Loch Lomond Distillery differentiates its portfolio through technical variation rather than separate distillery sites.
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