![]() ![]() ![]() Over the last decade Glenmorangie pioneered the now often copied process of wood finishing. Glenmorangie, is made at Tain on the Cromarty Firth, and is the most popular malt in Scotland. The best known of all the Northern Highland malts is Glenmorangie. Perhaps the reason that it is rarely seen as a distillery bottling is that it’s malt is a key component of Johnnie Walker. Working south along the route of the A9, next comes Clynelish at Brora (built in 1969, beside an earlier distillery who’s whiskies are known as Brora) - a sophisticated and complex whisky older expressions are very highly regarded and the malt deserves to be better known. The most northerly is Old Pulteney, situated about as far north as you can go in Wick, which produces a delicious, fragrant, dry whisky. Northern Highland distilleries are almost all coastal. North-Highland malts tend to be light bodied, delicate whiskies with complex aromas and a dryish finish sometimes spicy, sometimes with a trace of salt. For this reason it is easiest not to consider the Highlands as one large are, but as 4 smaller and much more distinct ones. Maybe because it is the largest geographical area, the Highlands is also the hardest Whisky region to pin down stylistically. The glistening streams that flow from the rugged hills surrounding Ben Wyvis are not merely a scenic backdrop they are a source of sustainable energy that drives the production of their exceptional spirits. Hydroelectric power, derived from the abundant waters in the region, forms a cornerstone of their energy strategy. ![]() To power its distillation process, the distillery harnesses the forces of nature. From its idyllic location, it is a testament to the harmonious coexistence of nature, innovation, and social responsibility.Īt the core of GlenWyvis’ operations is a profound commitment to environmental consciousness. Nestled on a stunning ridge at the base of the majestic Ben Wyvis, GlenWyvis is not just a distillery it’s a symbol of community-driven entrepreneurship and sustainability. This unique distinction departed from the traditional business model, as GlenWyvis was founded with a clear and noble purpose-to operate for the greater good of its community. In 2015, a significant milestone in the history of Scottish distilleries was achieved when GlenWyvis emerged as the very first distillery to be established as a Social Enterprise. ![]()
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