Allt-a-Bhainne Whisky

Allt-a-Bhainne Speyside Whisky

Allt-a-Bhainne is a Scotch whisky distillery located in the Speyside region of Scotland. The distillery was established in 1975 by Seagram and was designed to produce malt whisky primarily for their blended whisky brands. "Allt-a-Bhainne" is Gaelic for "burn of milk."

Here are some key points about Allt-a-Bhainne Distillery:

1. Location: Allt-a-Bhainne is situated near Benrinnes and Dufftown, which are other prominent whisky-producing areas in Speyside.

2. Ownership Changes: Over the years, the distillery changed hands along with the various shifts in ownership within the spirits industry. Pernod Ricard currently owns Allt-a-Bhainne, having acquired it as part of the Chivas Brothers portfolio.

3. Style: The distillery produces a light and floral style of single malt Scotch whisky. It has been a significant contributor to Chivas Regal blends.

4. Limited Official Releases: Allt-a-Bhainne has been historically known for its role in blended whiskies, and official single malt releases from the distillery have been relatively limited. However, as the demand for single malts has increased, there may be more expressions available.

5. Independent Bottlings: Independent bottlers have occasionally released single malt expressions from Allt-a-Bhainne, providing enthusiasts with different perspectives on the distillery's character.