Glen Spey Distillery
- Rothes, Scotland
About Glen Spey Distillery
Glen Spey distillery, situated in Rothes, Moray, at the heart of Scotland’s Speyside whisky-producing region, has a history dating back to 1878 when it was established by James Stuart & Co.
Initially named ‘Mill of Rothes’, the distillery began as an oatmeal mill, reflecting founder James Stuart’s background as a corn merchant before venturing into whisky production. The addition of distillation equipment transformed the mill into a distillery before it was acquired by the Gilbey company of London in 1887.
Over the years, Glen Spey saw expansions and changes in ownership, including merging with United Wine Traders in 1962 to form International Distillers and Vintners. Production capacity doubled in 1970 with the addition of two more stills. In 1998, International Distillers & Vintners merged with United Distillers to form United Distillers & Vintners, becoming part of Diageo plc.’s spirits division.
Glen Spey continues to utilise ‘purifiers’ during distillation, resulting in a lighter spirit. Despite its history, the distillery has released only a few official bottlings, with the majority of its production reserved for blending in J&B whiskies.
Glen Spey Whisky Cask Ownership - The Facts
Founded: 1878
Region: Speyside
Distillery Status: Working
Water Source: Donnie Burn
Glen Spey is a renowned distillery located in Scotland with a rich heritage in producing fine whiskies. The rarity and quality of their products makes them desirable to collectors and enthusiasts, only increasing their value over time.
Whisky typically gains value as it ages and matures in the cask. The longer it remains in the cask, the more it has the potential to develop complexity and depth of flavors. We offer cask purchase programs that allow you to select the type of cask and aging duration, providing you with control over the maturation process.
Buying a cask allows you to own a unique piece of Bladnoch’s Kirkcowan Spirit production and a part of Bladnoch’s history. As the availability of aged and limited-edition whiskies decreases over time, the scarcity of these bottles can drive up their value.
Whisky has experienced growing popularity worldwide, particularly with the rise of collectors and investors seeking alternative assets. If the demand for premium Scotch whisky remains strong or continues to increase, it could positively impact the investment potential of your Kirkcowan Spirit (Bladnoch) cask. Recently we have seen the price of a standard bottle of Bladnoch rise from £40 to £80.