Fantastic Whisky Distilleries in and around the Cairngorms National Park

Scotland has internationally protected the term "Scotch". For a whisky to be labelled Scotch it has to be produced in Scotland. Not only does the Cairngorms Park provide scenic beauty, but there are some fantastic whisky distilleries in and around the Cairngorms Park that are guaranteed to get you just as excited by satisfying your whisky taste buds.

There are several world famous whisky distilleries in and around the Cairngorms National Park such as Dalwhinnie, Glenlivet, Macallan, Benromach, Royal Lochnagar in Ballater, Drumguish distillery in Kincraig. At some of these whisky distilleries you will get the opportunity to see, smell and taste the whisky produced. Also, you will get a chance to discover how the export journey of some of the finest whisky ever to made in the world. In addition to this, you will be able to learn about the whisky how is 'married' before It enters the final stages of aging. Let's look at a few of these whisky distilleries that are located in and around the Cairngorms National Park.

Firstly, the Gelnfiddich whisky distillery located by the river Fiddich in Dufftown just outside the northern end of the Cairngorms Park. This whisky distillery was founded in 1886-87 is one of the biggest-selling single malt in the entire world. This is a small distillery located north of the Cairngorms National Park and is owned and operated by a small family but produces some fantastic mature malts, which is worth a great value and age. Although this distillery is small, it has some great tasting whisky that has its own bottling line on the site.

The Glenlivet whisky distillery is located on the river Livet in the Glenlivet area close to the village of Tomintoul, which is the prime site for producing whisky, as the climate and water conditions are ideal for the condensers. It has been reported by many people that this whisky distillery produces elegant and rare quality whisky in the world, because the distillery has its origins in a rich history of domestic and illicit distillation.

Dalwhinnie distillery, in the Highland village of Dalwhinnie in the south of the Cairngorms Park, produces Single malt Scotch whisky classified amongst the Highland Single Malts. The distillery was founded with the name of the nearby town Strathspey in the late 1890s. The site was chosen for its access to clear spring water from Lochan-Doire-Uaine and abundant peat from the surrounding bogs. Set in splendid mountain scenery, Dalwhinnie is the highest distillery in Scotland. The name Dalwhinnie means meeting place, which refers to the meeting of ancient cattle drovers' routes through the mountains.

Another whisky distillery is Glen Grant, the only distillery in Scotland named after its owner Major James Grant. This whisky distillery was created in 1840 and produces whisky with a unique taste and an enriched color guaranteed to thrill your taste buds and enjoyed by other single malt whiskies. The whisky produced from this distillery will definitely give you an unforgettable experience. In addition to this, you will also get the opportunity to take home a bottle of this whisky as a gift for your loved one or your special person. Now that you are aware of these and many other whisky distillers that are in and around the Cairngorms National Park, your visit should be even more fun.