Friday 3rd July 19:30
In 1823, the Excise Act changed whisky forever.
By making legal distillation more accessible, this landmark legislation ushered in a new era for Scotch whisky. In the years that followed, distilleries across Scotland applied for licences and laid the foundations for the industry we know today.
Join us for License to Distil, a guided virtual tasting featuring six exceptional whiskies from distilleries founded in 1824 — the first full year after this historic act came into force.
As we taste through six remarkable drams, we’ll uncover the stories of these pioneering distilleries and explore how one change in the law helped transform Scotch whisky from an illicit trade into a world-renowned spirit.
Expect fascinating history, delicious drams, and plenty of whisky geekery along the way.
Perfect for history lovers, whisky enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys discovering the stories behind the spirit.
Line up:
Living Souls Balmenach 22 year old
Fettercairn 16 year old
Glenlivet 12 year old
Signatory Secret Speyside "M" 17 year old
Battlehill MiltonDuff 12 year old
Longrow 2026 Cage bottle (to pay homage to the original Longrow distillery)
Your Tasting Pack Includes:
6x25ml whisky samples
A Placemat (including Zoom info)
1 x Nairns Oatcakes
We host our tastings on Zoom so pleas e leave an email address so we can send the meeting invite to you (you will also find this info on the placemat in your tasting pack.
On the evening we will present the drams, telling you a little bit about each one and where it comes from, with plenty of time for tasting notes too!
We can't wait to see you there - Sláinte!
You must be over 18 to join this tasting.