Glenturret Distillery
- Crieff, Scotland
About Glenturret Distillery
Glenturret Distillery is situated two miles northwest of Crieff in Perthshire, nestled in a secluded glen along the banks of the Turret River. This hidden location contributed to its early use by illicit distillers in the 18th century, with high hills acting as lookout points for smugglers. Officially established in 1763, but under the control of illicit distillers since 1717, Glenturret claims to be Scotland’s oldest distillery, though this title is contested.
Originally known as “Hosh,” derived from the Gaelic “cois,” meaning foot, it was owned by the Drummond family, then taken over by John McCallum in 1845. Thomas Stewart renamed it Glenturret in 1875. The distillery closed during the First World War, reopened under the Mitchell Brothers, and then closed again in 1921 due to the Great Depression and Prohibition. It remained inactive until 1957 when revitalized by James Fairlie, a whisky enthusiast dedicated to traditional malt whisky production.
Glenturret changed ownership several times, passing to Cointreau in 1981, Highland Distillers in 1990, The Edrington Group in 1999, and finally acquired by the Lalique Group in 2018.
Glenturret Whisky Cask Ownership - The Facts
Founded: 1763
Region: Highland
Distillery Status: Working
Water Source: Loch Turret in Glenturret
Glenturret 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.