About Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Royal Lochnagar Distillery – Premium Whisky with Royal Heritage

Perfect for clients seeking a premium whisky experience in a truly iconic Scottish setting. Located at the foot of the Cairngorm Mountains, just one mile from Balmoral Castle, Royal Lochnagar offers over 175 years of history, having welcomed the Royal Family since Queen Victoria and Prince Albert toured the distillery in 1848.

Guided tours and tastings provide an authentic, immersive experience, while exclusive after-hours bookings are available for private groups. On-site bar and restaurant facilities include charcuterie and small snack options, ideal for group stops.

Visitor Info:

  • Children 8–17 welcome (cost details available); under 8s not permitted on tours
  • Opening hours vary seasonally (see below)
  • Located in Royal Deeside, perfect for combining with Balmoral Castle and Cairngorms itineraries

Opening Hours:

  • Jan – Feb: Tue – Sat, 10:00 – 16:00
  • Mar – Oct: Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 17:00
  • Oct – Dec: Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 17:00

Ideal for FITs, small groups, or luxury incentive travellers looking for heritage, whisky expertise, and scenic Royal Deeside stops.

Product Offerings

The Express Tasting

Duration: 45 mins

Availability: Daily from 9:45 am

Group Size: 17– 48

Included:

  • Guided tour of Royal Lochnagar Distillery
  • Tasting of two whiskies
The Expressions Tour

Duration: 1 hour

Group Size: 1–14

Included:

  • Guided tour of Royal Lochnagar Distillery
  • Tutored tasting of: 12-year-old, Distillery Exclusive Bottling, Selected Reserve, 175th Anniversary Bottling
The Warehouse Tasting

Duration: 90 mins

Group Size: 2–10

Included:

  • Tutored tasting of four whiskies specially selected from the Duty Paid Warehouse collection
Accessibility

Royal Lochnagar Distillery is partially accessible. Step-free access is available to the visitor centre, shop, bar, and accessible toilets. Some distillery areas have steps or uneven surfaces and may not be suitable for wheelchairs. Assistance dogs are welcome. Please notify the distillery of specific access requirements when booking.

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation: 48 hrs FIT, 28 days for groups ≥10.
Payment: On request.
Travel trade pricing: Available on request.
Children: Under 8 not permitted.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes required for Dram at the Dam experience.

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