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Why we love Lowland Scotch whisky
Sometimes overlooked, the Lowlands is becoming something of a dark horse in the Scotch whisky scene, and its history dates back to the end of the 18th century when it was first defined.
Once home to over 100 distilleries, there are now 17 whisky distilleries with more in the pipeline – perhaps most excitingly, the resurrection of Rosebank, which closed in 1993.
Not forgetting the thriving grain whisky scene, with the likes of Cameronbridge keeping the whisky world flush with blending stock and single grain editions.
Attributes of Lowland whisky
The typically light flavour profile associated with the Lowlands is thanks to the use of coal rather than peat in the malting process. Historically, Lowland malts were widely used in blends, so distillers needed to produce a versatile spirit that differed from other regions.
What does Lowland whisky taste like?
The Lowland region is often associated with light, floral, and grassy malt, as well as the vanilla-rich delicacy of grain whisky.
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About Glenkinchie Distillery
Glenkinchie was founded in 1837 by the Rate brothers, though by 1853 they went bankrupt and the distillery was converted into a sawmill.
Luckily whisky production restarted in 1881, saved by a group of Edinburgh investors who wanted to cash in on the popularity of blended whisky – and it bulked out blends until 1998, when it finally got to shine as a single malt in Diageo's Classic Malt Selection.
Thanks to steep-angled lyne arms and worm tub condensers, Glenkinchie's production set-up minimises copper contact, resulting in a rich texture that's balanced by long fermentations and clear wort bringing fresh florals and citrus brightness.
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The Lowlands has so much to offer, with old classics alongside newer distilleries.
