Glengoyne Distillery
Glengoyne Distillery
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Often described as "Scotland's Most Beautiful Distillery", Glengoyne is open 7 days for a range of unique whisky tasting experiences. Just a short drive from Glasgow, Stirling and Loch Lomond, this traditional, hard working distillery has been flourishing since 1833. Glengoyne's range of in-depth distillery experiences includes the legendary Malt Master session where guests create their very own individual whisky to take home.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • christine100366
    Chesterfield, United Kingdom41 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Would definitely recommend
    My son and I booked 2 tours on the same day at Glengoyne. One involved a distillery tour and the other was tasting fine and rare whiskey. The knowledge of both guides was extensive and informative and I came away feeling I had learned something from both experiences. The distillery is in a beautiful setting and staff throughout are really professional, polite and passionate about their product. It was a really good experience.
    Hi Christine, thank you for taking the time to leave us such a brilliant review. We are delighted to hear that you and your son enjoyed your recent visit. Thanks again!
    Written 29 March 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 24 March 2023
  • Samhug
    Rushton Spencer, United Kingdom49 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic way to spend Sunday afternoon
    Excellent tour by Kathy. Very knowledgeable and made everything interesting and fresh (guess she does the tour several times a day but that’s not how it sounds). The tasting was fantastic and Billy in the shop was great too. Shout out to Callum and family too. We gate crashed their family tour and they couldn’t have been more welcoming. Highly recommend.
    Thank you for your great review, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit! Thanks again.
    Written 29 March 2023
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    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 26 March 2023
  • Ian L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Can't recommend enough
    The whole experience was excellent, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and great sense of humour. (Sorry forgot her name) I have done a few distillery tours and this one is up there. Glengoyne distillery is well worth a visit
    Thank you for your amazing feedback, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit and would recommend us to others! Thanks again.
    Written 27 April 2023
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    Visited March 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 30 March 2023
  • Stuart H
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mind Blowing
    The tour of this distillery was absolutely amazing. Full of history, evocative and informative. Surrounded by the rugged Highlands and fed by a genuine mountain spring, no wonder the whisky tastes amazing. One piece of advice, don't be the designated driver.
    Hi Stuart, thank you for your fabulous review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit! Thanks again.
    Written 27 April 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 5 April 2023
  • Kaine V
    Polesworth, United Kingdom47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Malt master experience at the best distillery in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 (I think so anyway)
    I discovered Glengoyne whisky 15+ years ago and was hooked and now drink little other whiskey but their range of fine single malts. My parents treated me to the Malt Master experience at the distillery for my birthday which includes a full tour of the distillery and the opportunity to create your own cask strength single malt and take it away. Arthur was our guide for the tour. His knowledge and passion for the distillery helped make the experience even more special to me. Seeing first hand on the tour how the slowest single malt in Scotland is made, experiencing first hand the care and love that goes into creating this fine spirit was a fantastic experience. Then moving on to the the Malt Master session getting to sample 5 cask strength single malts then create your own through pairing the 5 to bottle your own preference is something not offered at any other distillery. This session was led by Arthur again whose help and knowledge of the whisky was first rate. I loved the day and highly recommend it to anyone who is a true single malt lover.
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Malt Master Experience as part of your birthday celebrations! I will certainly pass on your lovely comments to Arthur and the rest of the team. Thanks again.
    Written 27 April 2023
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    Visited April 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 8 April 2023
  • Rick S
    New Orleans, Louisiana158 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very enjoyable
    A Scottish friend took a day and drove so we could visit the distillery before heading back home the next day. Was very much worth the drive as was fun, informative, educational and a beautiful setting. Our guide was very organized, clear and entertaining as well. We also enjoyed the tasting and we’re pleased to be offered another taste of a different whisky in the shop to help us make a purchase. If visitors only have time to visit one distillery, this one is a great choice because of the charming setting and great job they do.
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a great review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit! Thanks again.
    Written 15 May 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 30 April 2023
  • Joan V
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour and tasting
    Had a wonderful tour of Glengoyne with Rebecca as our guide. I’m not a whiskey drinker so I was more interested in the process rather than the tasting. Rebecca however showed us the proper way to enjoy our tasting and we ended up buying an 18-yr Scotch to take with us!! Enjoyed the experience.
    Thank you for your fantastic feedback, I will certainly pass this on to Rebekah and the rest of the team. Enjoy the 18YO, slainte!
    Written 15 May 2023
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    Visited May 2023
    Written 3 May 2023
  • Barry1uk
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First class
    We visited Glengoyne Distillery on Sunday 14th May. The staff were very friendly and courteous. We went on the tour with the guide Benny. He was very knowledgeable and was open to any questions being asked. It was a surprise to find out he is related to the original owners of the distillery. We would definitely recommend this tour.
    Hi Barry, thank you for your brilliant review! I will pass on your lovely comments to Benny and the rest of the team. Thanks again.
    Written 16 May 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 15 May 2023
  • Tom B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Top notch tour
    My first distillery visit and it was a great one. The site has a beautiful infrastructure, packed with history. The staff was very welcoming and I received a very decent elaboration from the tour guide. I got the opportunity to taste some quality whisky, and I couldn't help but have a quick stop at the distillery shop. Afterwards I went for a long walk to enjoy the surrounding area. There couldn't be a better way to spend the last day of my trip.
    Hi Tom, thank you for your great feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit at Glengoyne Distillery!
    Written 12 June 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 1 June 2023
  • waterlogged65
    Wheaton, Maryland242 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fun experience!
    Never been a fan of scotch but something convinced me to sign up for this tour on our recent Scotland trip. Turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. The distillery tour was interesting and especially well done. The female guide kept things moving along thru the entire production process and eventually to tasting. It was late AM and I had been a bit concerned on a morning nip but it was really a load of fun and Glengoyne unlike other scotch I have had is not sickeningly sweet. If you are in the neighborhood, sign up for the tour!
    Thanks for taking the time to leave us some great feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at Glengoyne.
    Written 12 June 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 1 June 2023
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Kieran T
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
A Family Tour and Tasting Experience for my fathers 70th Birthday. Marcos was our Tour guide and he delivered a educating and engaging tour of the distillery and history of Glengoyne as a whole. The tasting a chocolates was a great end to the tour, and i most definitely have a much better appreciation and understanding of Scottish Single Malts and we drank a fair bit or Glengoyne 15 yr throughout the rest of our scotland trip ;) - we're converted.
Written 18 March 2024
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Lorain B
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
I had a nice experience with great explanations and beautiful stories! The tasting was good and the chocolates mixed well with the whiskey.
Written 16 March 2024
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This is so wonderful to read lorainb2024, thank you. They truly are Best truffle in the World, and even better when paired with a whisky. We are so pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 18 March 2024
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DY60
Chicago, IL48 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
Carlos was our tour guide and he was great; the distillery was beautiful and we had a tremendous experience
Glengoyne malts were excellent and their pairing was delicious
The surroundings were very picturesque
Written 15 March 2024
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This is lovely to read, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so proud to be in such a beautiful surrounding, and have such enthusiastic knowledgeable guides. Thank you, The Glengoyne Team
Written 18 March 2024
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Simon J
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Friends
We were five swedish friends visiting this lovely distillery. Our guide Diane was awesome! She was knowledgeable and also very funny! The whisky was super and the chocolate was a great addition to it. We would recommend this to the more experienced whisky-drinkers but also to the ones that are not so experienced (like ourselves).
Written 15 March 2024
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Thank you Q4991XSsimonj, we are delighted to read this fantastic review. The Highland Chocolatier pairing is truly beautiful. Diane and the team will be thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you, The Glengoyne Team
Written 18 March 2024
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Haley_W1989
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
My partner and I visited here for a tour and taste experience.
It's the first distillery we have completed and really enjoyed it. Our tour guide, Carlos, was brilliant. He was very knowledgeable of both the whiskey history, process and Scotland too.
The facilities and location were also amazing.
Highly recommend the tour and taste and ensure a visit to the on-site store before you leave!!
Written 11 March 2024
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This is so lovely to read, thank you for taking the time to leave this review Haley. You are most welcome to visit us again any time! Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 13 March 2024
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Patricia C
Glasgow, United Kingdom2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
Fabulous afternoon at Glengoyne with my Peruvian cousin!
Carlos was incredibly knowledgeable and very patient. He was also great fun.
It’s a beautiful distillery in a beautiful setting.
The whiskey is delicious too!

I highly recommend!
Gracias Carlos!
Written 11 March 2024
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Thank you Aurora. We are so pleased to hear you and your family enjoyed your time at Glengoyne Distillery. Carlos and the team will be thrilled to read this. Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 13 March 2024
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alexww13
Chalong, Thailand37 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
My wife and father joined me on this distillery tour. Frank was our guide, so knowledgeable and passionate about the distillery. He’s fantastic. The tasting at the end is great. The grounds and facilities are impeccably clean. Well worth a visit if you’re staying around Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Written 10 March 2024
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Thank you for the review Alexander. We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 5-Star review! We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their experience. Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 11 March 2024
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JA1958
Cheswick Green, UK21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
Great visit to the distillery, our guide Alex was very informative and friendly. Whiskey was good & husband was given a gift for his birthday.
Written 9 March 2024
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This is so wonderful to read, thank you for taking the time to leave us a fantastic review. Alex and the team will be trilled to hear this. Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 11 March 2024
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Christine T
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
We went on a distillery tour and it was lovely. Devin our guide was so knowledgeable and engaging. We were the only two on the tour, but we never felt anything other than welcome. All the staff we met were so lovely (the ladies in the shop, the girl in the ticket office) They found out it was my birthday and gave me cake a dram glass and whisky, it was such a lovely surprise. Totally made my day. The place was in a lovely setting, everything about it was great, the distillery is quite unique as you are actually visiting the production area which still uses traditional methods. Also the whisky is gorgeous 🤪
Written 8 March 2024
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Thank you for this lovely review. We are so happy to hear you loved your birthday visit. You are most welcome to visit us again any time! Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 11 March 2024
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Tom W
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
Incredible experience with very knowledgeable staff, our guide Lindy was exceptional made us all feel very welcome and relaxed her knowledge was incredible . My experience was made even more incredible as I was gifted a Birthday cake, card and a dram to take home thank you so much Glengoyne for making my visit incredible Tom
Written 8 March 2024
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Thank you for this lovely review of your visit Tom. We are so pleased to hear the team made you feel so welcome and you enjoyed your time with us. Thanks, The Glengoyne Team
Written 8 March 2024
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