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Speyside is the most densely populated whisky region in Scotland, containing more than half of all Scottish distilleries. The region is known for elegant, fruity whiskies that are often unpeated, with a strong tradition of sherry cask maturation and complex flavor profiles.

Speyside whisky distilleries

Name Country Region Status Type
Allt-a-Bhainne Scotland Speyside Active Malt
anCnoc Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Auchroisk Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Ballindalloch Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Balmenach Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Balvenie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Banff Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
BenRiach Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Benrinnes Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Benromach Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Braeval Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Caperdonich Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Cardhu Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Coleburn Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Convalmore Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Cragganmore Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Craigellachie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Dailuaine Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Dalmunach Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Dufftown Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glen Albyn Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
Glen Elgin Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glen Grant Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glen Keith Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Glen Mhor Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Glen Moray Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glen Spey Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glenallachie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glenburgie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glencraig Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
Glendullan Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glenfarclas Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glenfiddich Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glenlossie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Glentauchers Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Imperial Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
Inchgower Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Kininvie Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Knockando Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Linkwood Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Lone Wolf Scotland Speyside Active Grain
Longmorn Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Macallan Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Mannochmore Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Mill of Banff Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
Miltonduff Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Mortlach Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Mosstowie Scotland Speyside Closed Malt
Pittyvaich Scotland Speyside Lost Malt
Roseisle Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Speyburn Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Speyside Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Strathisla Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Strathmill Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Tamdhu Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Tomintoul Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Tormore Scotland Speyside Active Malt
Towiemore Scotland Speyside Lost
Upper Drummin Scotland Speyside Lost Malt

Speyside Whisky Characteristics

Speyside is the heart of Scotch whisky production, home to more than half of Scotland’s distilleries. The region is centered around the River Spey and is known for producing some of the world’s most famous and sought-after whiskies.

Regional Identity

Speyside whiskies are typically characterized by:

  • Elegant and refined character
  • Fruity and floral notes
  • Often unpeated (though some peated expressions exist)
  • Strong tradition of sherry cask maturation
  • Complex and layered flavor profiles

Famous Speyside Distilleries

The region is home to legendary distilleries including:

  • Glenfiddich
  • Glenlivet
  • Balvenie
  • Aberlour

Flavor Profile

Speyside whiskies typically feature:

  • Rich fruit flavors (apples, pears, dried fruits)
  • Honey and vanilla notes
  • Spice and nutty characteristics
  • Sherry influence
  • Elegant and refined finish

Maturation

Speyside distilleries are particularly known for their expertise in sherry cask maturation, creating rich, complex whiskies with deep color and intense flavors.