Linkwood Distillery - Speyside Elegance, Defined

Like many historic Scotch sites, Linkwood has ties to the era of illicit distilling, though it officially began production in 1824 following the legalization of whisky distillation. Founded in Elgin by Peter Brown as a modest operation with just one wash still and one spirit still, Linkwood would not remain small for long.

After Peter’s death in 1868, his son William completely rebuilt the distillery, expanding it into a larger and more ambitious facility. Over the years, Linkwood passed through several owners and saw continued development, including the addition of a second still house. Today, it operates under Diageo and has even served as a research distillery, used to study the effects of copper contact, reflux, and distillation techniques on whisky character.

Linkwood’s production is carefully tuned to create a distinctive style. Its six pear-shaped stills feature tall, conical necks, promoting significant reflux and copper interaction. Combined with exceptionally clear wort and long fermentation times, this results in a spirit known for its remarkable aromatic complexity.

The hallmark of Linkwood is its elegant, floral profile, often described as a spring meadow in bloom, layered with notes of fresh apple and ripe peach. While widely used in Diageo blends, those who encounter it as a single malt quickly understand why it has such a devoted following.

Official releases are typically limited to Diageo’s Special Releases. That makes independent bottlings the best way to experience Linkwood in its purest form, and you can find select expressions in our current collection, often highlighting the distillery’s refined, fruit-forward character through a variety of cask types.

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We currently offer independently bottled Linkwood single malts, showcasing the distillery’s signature floral and orchard fruit profile across unique cask expressions.

If you appreciate elegant, aromatic Speyside whisky, Linkwood is a must-try.

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