World-Famous Single Malts – South of Dornoch
Just across the Dornoch Firth sits the world-famous Glenmorangie distillery (impress the locals by pronouncing it the same as ‘orange-y’), while just along the south shore to the West you’ll find Balblair, star of the independent Scottish film The Angels’ Share.
World-Famous Single Malts – North of Dornoch
A short drive north sit twin sites Clynelish and Old Brora – recently brought back from ‘ghost’ status to produce spirit again. Old Pulteney can be visited as part of an easy day trip north to Caithness.
Distillery Tours
Historic Highland distilleries have perfected the art of whisky-making over centuries. At each one, you'll learn the passionately preserved time-honoured techniques, ensuring every sip embodies the uniqueness of that distillery’s heritage.
Whisky in Dornoch
Back in Dornoch itself, the Thompson Brothers’ dedicated bottle shop stocks their own award-winning whisky, distilled right here in town.
Drams to Savour
The Carnegie Whisky Cellars retail a fabulous selection of malts from across Scotland, while the pubs, hotel bars and restaurants all boast impressive collections of whiskies, from easy-drinking blends to refined and delicate single malts, so you’ll never be far from a dram.
