Category: Speyside
Distiller: John Dewar & Sons, Glasgow
Owner: John Dewar & Sons
Status: Operational 
| Built in 1896 by Alexander Edward, the owner of Benrinnes Distillery, Aultmore is Gaelic for 'the big burn', and derives its name from a neighbouring stream. The distillery is situated two and a half miles north of Keith, in the hills between that town and the Moray Firth. The district was popular with smugglers in the old days on account of its relative remoteness and the peat-rich springs of the Foggie Moss, from which the distillery draws its water.
Aultmore has long been well-respected by blenders, and is ranked 'topclass'. The distillery was sold to Bacardi by UDV in 1998.
Extract form Charles Maclean`s SCOTCH WHISKY a Mitchell Beazley Pocket Guide
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