Distillery Categories
Pending Distilleries
Published 27/01/2025
These distilleries represent the future of whisky production, currently under construction, stalled, or in development. From traditional Scottish coastal distilleries to innovative new projects around the world, these emerging distilleries are set to shape the whisky landscape for years to come. Status Categories Under Construction: Actively being built with expected completion dates Stalled: Projects that have been paused or delayed but may resume What Makes These Distilleries Special New Investment: Many represent significant new investment in whisky production Modern Design: Incorporating contemporary architecture and sustainable practices Innovation: Blending traditional methods with modern technology Global Reach: Projects spanning multiple countries and whisky traditions Timeline Expectations Most of these distilleries are expected to begin production within the next 1-3 years, with their first whiskies becoming available after the standard maturation period. Stalled projects may have longer timelines depending on when construction resumes.
Austria
Published 01/01/0001
Austrian Whisky Distilleries Austria has a growing whisky distilling scene with several distilleries producing innovative single malt and grain whiskies.
Campbeltown
Published 01/01/0001
Campbeltown Whisky Characteristics Campbeltown is one of Scotland’s smallest whisky regions, known for its distinctive maritime character and complex, full-bodied whiskies. Once home to dozens of distilleries, it now has just a few remaining producers, making it one of the most exclusive whisky regions. Regional Identity Campbeltown whiskies are characterized by: Distinctive maritime character Complex, full-bodied texture Oily and waxy mouthfeel Salt and brine notes Rich, layered flavors Historical Significance Campbeltown was once known as the “Whisky Capital of the World” and was home to dozens of distilleries. The region’s decline in the early 20th century left only a few remaining producers, making it one of the most exclusive whisky regions.
Canada
Published 01/01/0001
For a long time, Canadian whisky was only an insider tip when you think of whisky on the American continent. But he doesn’t have to hide behind the well-known wwwhiskies from the USA at all. Canada has everything you need to make a good whisky: huge grain fields, clean water and people who distil the very special Canadian whisky with a lot of love and time. Canadian whisky is characterized by a special mildness, which, however, gets its strength from its beautiful spiciness and the tartness of the rye. It is worth taking a look at the history of Canadian whisky and uncovering its specifics. Of course we also present the most famous whisky varieties from Canada, after all, Canada is the third largest whisky producer in the world with more than 200 million bottles.
Charles Doig
Published 01/01/0001
Charles Doig & the Pagoda Roof Charles Chree Doig (1855–1918) was a pioneering Scottish architect best known for designing the iconic pagoda (or cupola) roof found on many distillery malt kilns. First introduced during the 1889 refurbishment of Dailuaine distillery, the “Doig ventilator” improved airflow and smoke extraction during the drying of malted barley, ensuring more consistent and efficient production. Its distinctive, curved design—both functional and visually striking—was widely adopted across Scotland, becoming a defining symbol of Scotch whisky distilleries. Today, while often decorative rather than functional, the pagoda roof remains one of the most recognisable features of traditional distillery architecture.
England
Published 01/01/0001
After near extinction in the 20th century, England’s revival began in the mid-2000s with the founding of St George’s (The English Distillery) in Norfolk in 2006. Its first mature bottling arrived in 2009, the first legal English single malt in more than a century. Growth since then has been rapid, with around 45 active producers and over 60 registered distilleries. New projects continue to appear, and award wins such as The Lakes Distillery taking World’s Best Single Malt in 2022 and The English Distillery winning the same title in 2024 have boosted global recognition.