Dalwhinnie Distillery welcomes back visitors

Dalwhinnie Distillery has reopened its doors to visitors today with comprehensive new measures to instil community and visitor confidence.

The distillery is one of drinks giant Diageo’s network of 12 Scotch whisky distillery brand homes across Scotland that are gradually re-opening having been closed throughout the Covid-19 lockdown.

Dalwhinnie bosses have said they are going beyond compliance with all relevant guidelines to build the confidence of staff, visitors and communities.

This will even include mandatory temperature checks for all visitors.

Other measures include limiting the number of visitors on site, screens in all retail units, ensuring physical distancing throughout, increased cleaning procedures and hand sanitiser stations.

Diageo’s distilleries, including Dalwhinnie, have all been accredited as part of the “Good To Go” scheme that has been developed by VisitScotland and other UK tourism bodies to rebuild visitor confidence.

As part of the reopening Diageo has launched a short film to showcase what visitors can expect when they arrive – a warm welcome and an enjoyable, safe experience.

Laura Murray, Dalwhinnie brand home manager said: “We are pleased that the time has finally come to reopen our doors so visitors can discover the magic behind how we create our amazing single malt.

“We’ve been working extremely hard over the past few months to ensure both the distillery and retail space are as welcoming and safe as possible and we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors who are keen to get out and about to discover what’s on their doorstep.”

All visits must be booked in advance by calling 01796 482003. Full details of the health and safety measures are available at www.malts.com/reopening.pdf.

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