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Glengoyne Distillery
4.5
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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
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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.
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Jose A
1 contribution
Great tour guide!
Jun 2022 • Couples
The best part of this gorgeous distillery was not just how well kept the grounds are, or how beautiful the views are, but the knowledgeable tour guides. My group was particularly led by Benny, who kept us very engaged and was clearly very informed on the history of the distillery as well as the way everything is made and meant to taste.
Written 26 June 2022
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Emile
Hilversum, The Netherlands1 contribution
Great experience!
Jun 2022 • Friends
Fantastic experience in Scotland near Glasgow. Easy to reach via bus or Uber. Kathy (ambassador) told us everything about Glengoyne. Very unique experience.
Written 25 June 2022
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graham b
Gloucester, UK157 contributions
Rip off whisky prices
Jun 2022 • Couples
Visited the site to buy a bottle of whisky, not a tour. Price of a bottle was £4.00 cheaper if we had been on a tour, but we were assured that the price we paid was the retail price and the tour price was discounted, sounded plausible so we purchased. Next day we visited a whisky retailer in Callander to find their retail price for the same bottle was £6.00 cheaper than the ‘assured’ price we paid at the distillery! Not impressed so - buyer beware!
Written 23 June 2022
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marioocy
13 contributions
Excellent experience
Jun 2022 • Couples
Top quality experience. Great value for money. Our guide was engaging and knowledgeable. Near enough to Glasgow to be easily accessible but far enough away to feel like a real adventure. Good parking. Will go back again for sure.
Written 22 June 2022
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Adam M
London, UK68 contributions
Incredible from start to finish.
Jun 2022
Amazing from start to finish!!

We accidentally stumbled upon Glengoyne Whisky during a tasting experience in Edinburgh and just HAD to visit after it became our new Whisky of choice.

Upon arrival we were greeted in the car park and told info of the site and where to check-in. We had booked the Malt Master experience and it did not disappoint.

Our tour guide was Vivienne and her knowledge was OUTSTANDING of the whole process and the site as a whole. During our tour of the facility she knew every question we had and introduced us to some of the staff who were actively making Whisky on the day. The malt master experience of making our own cask strength belen of Whisky was incredible and we would recommend it to anyone. Vivienne explained it all very well and guided us to make incredible (and with different blends) whisky’s that we love.

Not only did we learn about the distillery process but also about the sustainability of the facility and how Glengoyne has its famous Geese emblem. We visited the gift shop and the staff in there were excellent also; very knowledgable about the products - especially the legacy products.

We went back to the car and asked a member of staff if we could look at the view behind the storage areas of the casks - he let us have a peak into the warehouse and again was very knowledgable - letting us ask many questions and we heard his story from Guide > Warehouseman which just increased our love for the brand.

We also learn about the sustainability of the facility which was amazing to hear.

From start to finish everyone we came into contact with was knowledgable and friendly and we are already planning out next visit.

If you have the chance please do visit…

#WhiskyYoga
Written 16 June 2022
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amar4mdvc
Bengaluru, India115 contributions
Ambience of Glengoyne is fantastic
Jun 2022 • Couples
It was our long waited tour. I alog with my wife visited Glengoyne distilary on 8 th june 22. Though, it was a rainy day, still we enjoyed a lot. The ambience of the distillary was mesmerizing. One small waterfall is also existing in the campus itself.They explained the entire process very nice. Tasting of scotch was arranged in a big hall with nice arrangement. We are not whisky drinker and so two small tasting bottles were given to us as a gift for some friend. I must tecommend this tour.
Written 9 June 2022
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Sarah
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us your review. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the visit and that you would recommend Glengoyne to others. Thanks again! Sarah
Written 13 June 2022
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Matt H
Los Angeles, CA134 contributions
Phenomenal Tour with Joseph
May 2022 • Couples
My girlfriend and I came here for the 75 minute whiskey tasting, and boy it did not disappoint!

This distillery really distinguishes itself apart from others in Scotland. The tour itself is informative, and highlights the nuances between the distillery’s natural arrangements, and it’s environmentally friendly and ethical pursuit of excellence. An immersive experience, the tour invites you into the sights, smells and sounds of distilling, and breaks down the process component by component in a user friendly way. My girlfriend who wasn’t so thrilled at first found the process of whiskey making fascinating by the end.

Oh, and most importantly… the whiskey is TOP notch!

Our tour guide was Joseph, who is incredibly passionate, engaging, and personable. He personalized the experience and went above and beyond. He lead us through the psychology behind tasting and how to navigate your palette to identify all the flavors in the whiskey. Considerable pours for each too, which is always a plus!

I strongly recommend him, and this tour as a whole. A MUST DO in Glasgow.
Written 7 June 2022
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Sarah
Thank you very much for leaving us a 5 star review. It means a huge amount to the team to read such fantastic feedback. I will pass on your kind comments to Joseph too. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour...and of course the whisky! We hope to be able to welcome you and your girlfriend back to Glengoyne in the not too distant future. Thanks again. Sarah
Written 13 June 2022
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Casecas
London, UK62 contributions
Amazing tour, with some special touches
Jun 2022
I visited this distillery with my family and Joe, our tour guide made it amazing for all of us! He involved my kids into the tour that much that one of them (8yo) came back home saying that it was the most interesting bit of his tour of Scotland.

Its not vey big but very nice with plenty of little buildings around the main distillery.

I loved the room with all the bottles to compare the colour of the whisky depending on the type os cask used and the years kept into the barrel.

The tasking experience was very entertaining too!

The only bit missing in my opinion would be visiting the place where all the barrels are kept for ageing, on the other side of the road.
Written 6 June 2022
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Sarah
Thank you very much for leaving us such a great review. I will pass on your kind comments to Joe who will be delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit. I love that your son said Glengoyne was the most interesting part of his trip to Scotland - that's fantastic!! Hopefully we can welcome you back to Glengoyne in the future. Thanks again. Sarah
Written 13 June 2022
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FlyBrit
Bath, UK92 contributions
Great tour, very informative, excellent value
Jun 2022
A friend and I went on the Collection Tour & Tasting, which was excellent. Our guide Bill was funny and informative, he really brought the place to life. The tasting was well explained, I learned a great deal. At £30 if you consider the retail price of the tasting whiskey and chocolate it is an excellent value tour. Definitely recommended.
Written 5 June 2022
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Sarah
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us your 5 star review. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Collection tour....and of course the whisky and chocolate matching! I will pass on your kind comments to Bill. Thanks again. Sarah
Written 13 June 2022
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Jemny H
1 contribution
Great tour and tasting
May 2022 • Couples
Fantastic tour. So interesting and informative. Holly, our tour guide, was great and so knowledgeable. The tasting was fabulous too!!
Written 29 May 2022
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