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Craigellachie distillery in Speyside, Scotland
Speyside, Scotland

Craigellachie

Speyside's Bold Rebel — The Dirty Dram

Founded by Peter Mackie (the force behind White Horse) and Alexander Edward, Craigellachie was built to supply malt for blends. It operated in anonymity for over a century.

In 2014, Bacardi launched Craigellachie as a single malt brand with the tagline 'The Last Great Malts.' The 13 Year Old quickly gained cult status among enthusiasts who craved something different from Speyside.

Est. 1891 Speyside, Scotland Official Website
Founded
1891
Region
Speyside
Owner
Bacardi (Dewar's)
Stills
4 (2 wash, 2 spirit)
Condensers
Traditional worm tubs

The Story

Founded 1891

The Craigellachie Style

Sulfury, meaty, and bold — the result of oil-fired stills and worm tub condensers. Underneath the initial punch lies tropical fruit, honey, and surprisingly elegant complexity.

Signature Notes

Sulfur Pineapple Honey Meat Beeswax Tropical Fruit
Don't Miss

Craigellachie 13 Year Old

The cult classic — meaty, sulfury, and surprisingly tropical. Speyside's most polarising malt.

Whiskies from Craigellachie

1 expression in our collection · Average rating: 4.2

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