Food, Drink & Distilleries

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Visitor Information

Location

Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Crathie, Ballater, AB35 5TB

Facilities

Gift shop, visitor centre

Opening Hours

Check website for seasonal changes

Difficulty

Recommended Gear

Overview

Located just a mile from Balmoral Castle, Royal Lochnagar Distillery has been crafting fine Highland single malt whisky since 1845. Following a visit from Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the distillery was awarded a Royal Warrant, earning its distinguished name.

Visitors can take a guided distillery tour, discovering the traditional whisky-making process, from malting to maturation. Enjoy a whisky tasting experience, learning about the flavours and craftsmanship behind each dram. Whether you’re a whisky enthusiast or a curious traveler, Royal Lochnagar offers an authentic distillery experience.

What to Expect

Guided distillery tours, offering insight into whisky-making
Tasting sessions featuring Royal Lochnagar’s finest single malts
✔ A visit to the original copper pot stills & traditional wooden mash tuns
Gift shop with exclusive distillery releases and merchandise
✔ Beautiful surrounding scenery near Balmoral Castle

Image Credits:
1. Malts (Header Image) 2. Malts 3. Visit Ballater 4. Visit Cairngorms