Balblair is one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland and one of just a handful still in operation that were founded in the 18th century. It was established by John Ross in 1790, close to the north Highland town of Tain. Balblair was owned and operated by the Ross family for over a century. A period of instability followed under new ownership. The distillery was closed in 1911 and remained so due to the two World Wars. It finally reopened in 1949. Now owned by Inver House Distillers, Balblair is somewhat of a ‘hidden gem’ distillery and is known for its sweet and fruity spirit. A lovely traditional distillery in a gorgeous location, next to the North Highland Inverness to Thurso railway line.
Balblair
The Highlands
Established 1790
A hidden gem of a Highland distillery that is one of just a few remaining that was founded in the 18th century.
Spirit Character
Fruity and packed with fresh pear and sweet notes, Balblair offers a softer take on the Highland malt style.
Taste profile
Caramel
Honey
Pear
Facts & Figures
RegionThe Highlands
Established1790
OwnerInver House Distilleries
Number of Stills1 wash, 1 spirit
Annual Capacity1,800,000 litres of alcohol
Websitehttps://www.balblair.com/
Distillery Directory
Producers across Scotland’s whisky regions
Scotland’s whisky regions are home to a diverse range of distilleries, each shaped by its own history, production methods and location. While regional classifications provide a useful framework, the character of Scotch whisky ultimately reflects the individual producers that operate within these regions.
The directory below provides an overview of distilleries across Scotland, together with their regional location within the Scotch whisky landscape.
Aberfeldy
Aberlour
Allt a Bhainne
Ardbeg
Ardmore
Auchentoshan
Auchroisk
Aultmore
Balblair
Balmenach
Ben Nevis
Benriach
Benrinnes
Bladnoch
Blair Athol
Bowmore
Braeval
Bruichladdich
Bunnahabhain
Caol Ila
Clynelish
Craigellachie
Dailuaine
Dalmore
Deanston
Fettercairn
Glenburgie
Glen Elgin
Glenfarclas
Glen Garioch
Glenglassaugh
Glen Grant
Glen Keith
Glenkinchie
Glenlivet
Glenlossie
Glenmorangie
Glen Moray
Glen Ord
Glenrothes
Glen Spey
Glentauchers
Inchgower
Invergordon
Jura
Knockdhu
Laphroaig
Ledaig
Linkwood
Littlemill
Loch Lomond
Macallan
Macduff
Mannochmore
Miltonduff
Mortlach
North British
Port Dundas
Port Ellen
Royal Brackla
Speyburn
Springbank
Strathisla
Strathmill
Tamdhu
Tamnavulin
Teaninich
Tobermory
Tomatin
Tomintoul
Tullibardine
The distilleries above represent a selection of producers whose spirit contributes to the diversity of Scotch whisky.
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