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    Auchentoshan

    Dalmuir, Lowlands, Scotland Est. 1823 Beam Suntory Official Website

    Region

    Lowlands

    Founded

    1823

    Products

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    Heritage

    203+ years of heritage

    Owner

    Beam Suntory

    ABV Range

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    Awards

    3 recognised

    Signature Profile

    Flavour Profile

    Smoky13%
    Fruity64%
    Floral66%
    Spicy36%
    Sweet61%
    Peaty14%

    Profile based on regional characteristics and distillery style. Individual expressions may vary.

    From Source to Spirit

    Production Process

    🌾Step 1

    Malting

    5–7 days

    Barley is soaked in water, allowed to germinate, then dried in a kiln. Peat may be used for smoky character.

    💧Step 2

    Mashing

    6–8 hours

    The malted barley is ground into grist and mixed with hot water in a mash tun to extract fermentable sugars.

    🧪Step 3

    Fermentation

    48–120 hours

    The sugary wort is transferred to washbacks (wooden or steel) where yeast converts sugars to alcohol.

    🔥Step 4

    Distillation

    6–8 hours × 2

    The wash is distilled twice (or thrice) in copper pot stills. The still shape profoundly influences the spirit's character.

    🪵Step 5

    Maturation

    3–50+ years

    New make spirit enters oak casks — ex-bourbon, sherry, wine or virgin oak — and matures in the warehouse.

    🍾Step 6

    Bottling

    Final stage

    After reaching optimal maturity, the whisky is vatted or bottled as single cask, diluted to strength and packaged.

    The Story of Auchentoshan

    Auchentoshan is the only Scottish distillery to fully triple-distil every drop of its spirit, a process that produces an exceptionally smooth and delicate single malt. Located on the outskirts of Glasgow, it bridges the gap between the rugged Highlands and the gentle Lowlands.

    Recognition & Excellence

    Awards & Achievements

    Gold2021

    Auchentoshan Flagship Expression

    Ultimate Spirits Challenge

    Gold Outstanding2024

    Auchentoshan Reserve

    IWSC

    Bronze2023

    Auchentoshan Special Edition

    World Whiskies Awards

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    About Auchentoshan Distillery

    Auchentoshan is located in Dalmuir, Lowlands, Scotland, established in 1823. Currently owned by Beam Suntory, the distillery is known for producing exceptional spirits that reflect its unique terroir and heritage.

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