The whisky distillery which featured in the BBC series Monarch of the Glen is set to be transformed into a low-carbon operation.
Glasgow Whisky aims to modernise and upgrade its recently acquired Speyside distillery under plans submitted to Highland Council.
Speyside Distillery has a rich history in Scotch whisky production, dating back to 1956 when founder George Christie acquired the site, previously a barley mill and croft from the 1700s.
While construction began in the 1960s, the project itself took over two decades to complete, with production finally starting in 1990. Since then, the distillery at Tromie Mills, known for its picturesque location at the foot of the Cairngorm Mountains and its quiet, craft-focused approach, has continued to produce Scotch whisky.
It will look familiar to fans of the BBC series Monarch of the Glen, where it was transformed into ‘Lagganmore Distillery’.
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The re-development of the existing distillery is driven by the goal of achieving Net Zero carbon emissions in whisky production. Designed by distillery experts Organic Architects, it will be supported by incorporating the latest energy-efficient technology.
Bari Reid, Director at Organic Architects, commented: “Energy efficiency within the whisky industry has significantly advanced since the days of ‘Monarch of the Glen’ and certainly since the original distillery was built.
"To accommodate new technologies, we will need to make changes to the building to allow for heat and water recovery systems in the distilling process. Our alterations will harmonise with the existing structures and utilise high-quality materials that complement the original buildings and surroundings of the site.
"As a result of the improvements, we predict around a 44% reduction in energy consumption per litre of alcohol produced. I'm sure Archie MacDonald and the characters who lived in Glenbogle would have approved of this development! ”
Graham Taylor, Director at Glasgow Whisky said: “The building will remain a Scotch whisky distillery, and its primary purpose will not change. We are excited to become part of the low carbon community and are committed to supporting it through our operations. We aim to blend modern developments with respect for the site’s heritage and surroundings, contributing to both the local economy and sustainable growth.”
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