Private Lowlands Whisky Tours
History, Revival & Innovation
The Lowlands are Scotland's most subtle, elegant whisky region - and they are quietly experiencing a renaissance. ​On a private Lowlands whisky tour with Drams Scotland, you'll explore a region where history, innovation and finesse converge, guided by specialists who have spent over a decade designing bespoke whisky journeys across Scotland.
For over a decade, we've been designing and delivering bespoke whisky tours across Scotland, working exclusively with small private groups. That experience matters in the Lowlands, where subtlety, context and thoughtful planning transform a distillery visit into a deeper understanding of place, people and spirit. It's a region that particularly rewards expert guidance and careful curation.
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Traditionally, Lowland whiskies are light, floral and approachable, often shaped by triple distillation and soft cerael-forward notes. While once overshadowed by other Scottish regions, the Lowlands are now being rediscovered through a compelling mix of historic distilleries, carefully revived names and confident modern distillers - a story best revealed with the right guide.
If you're considering a Lowlands whisky tour and want it shaped entirely around your interests, you're in very safe hands. ​​
Distilleries of Note on Lowlands Tours
Every bespoke Lowlands whisky tour we create is tailored entirely around you - your taste, your pace and your level of curiosity. While your favourite distillery offerings will always shape the final itinerary, the Lowlands offer a rich and varied cast of producers that together tell the region's story.
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You may visit classic Lowlands distilleries such as Glenkinchie, long regarded as a benchmark for traditional style, or ​Auchentoshan, known for the clarity and elegancy of its triple-distilled spirit. Revered names such as Rosebank, newly reawakened after decades of silence, and Bladnoch, which has undergone a remarkable revival in the south-west, speak to the region's renewed confidence.
Modern Lowland distilling is equally compelling. Annandale, near the English border, offers a precise character-driven interpretation of Lowland whisky, through peated and unpeated expressions. Kingsbarns provides an accessible and beautifully made introduction to the region, while Daftmill, farm-based and highly sought-after, appeals strongly to collectors and enthusiasts.
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The Lowlands also offer profound historical significance. Lindores Abbey Distillery, often described as the spiritual home of Scotch whisky, connects modern distilling with the earliest written records of whisky production in Scotland.
Alongside rural and historic sites, the Lowlands are home to a growing number of urban distilleries, reflecting whisky's return to Scotland's cities. In Glasgow, Glasgow Distillery and The Clydeside Distillery offer contemporary Lowland interpretations shaped by the city's industrial and maritime heritage. In Edinburgh, Holyrood Distillery and Port of Leith Distillery showcase a more experimental, flavour-led approach.
The city distilleries add another layer to the Lowlands story and, like all Drams Scotland tours, can be seamlessly integrated into wider itineraries that balance distillery visits with exceptional dining, local culture and time to explore the landscapes and history that define this fascinating region. ​​
Why Choose a Private Lowlands Whisky Tour with Drams Scotland ?
The Lowlands are geographically diverse, stretching from Lindores Abbey in the Kingdom of Fife, to Annandale in the Borders. Designing a rewarding tour here requires careful planning, local insight and understanding of how to balance travel time, distillery experiences, sightseeing and moments of reflection.
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When you tour with Drams Scotland you benefit from:
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A family business with over 10 years' experience delivering specialist whisky tours across Scotland.
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Expert organisation with every detail handled before you arrive.
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A knowledgable and engaging guide who'll bring whisky, history and place to life.
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Deep local insight and long-standing relationships across the industry.
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Comfortable, private transport, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey.
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Completely bespoke itineraries, shaped around your interests and priorities.
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Our tours are unhurried, flexible and designed to feel effortless - so you can focus on the whisky, the conversation and living in the moment.
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Discover the Lowlands with Confidence
The Lowlands reward those who take the time to understand them. Their whiskies are subtle yet expressive, shaped by centuries of history and reinvigorated by modern innovation. With the right guide, the region reveals a depth and elegance that often surprises even seasoned whisky enthusiasts.
At Drams Scotland we've spent more than a decade introducing guests to Scotland's whisky regions in a way that's personal, informed and genuinely memorable. No two tours are ever the same - because no two guests are.
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If you're considering a private Lowlands whisky tour, we'd be delighted to help you create something truly special.
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