In 1960, Glenfiddich becomes the first distillery to be marketed as a single malt whisky worldwide. Today it is the world’s best selling single malt whisky with sales in 180 countries and accounts for 35% of single malt sales globally
In 1969, Glenfiddich becomes the first Scottish distillery to open a visitors center
One of the first distilleries to package its bottles in tubes and gift tins
The distillery is currently managed by the fifth generation of William Grant’s descendants. It has expanded to include three more malt distilleries – Balvenie, Kininvie and Ailsa Bay, a grain plant – Girvan
Brands produced in the distillery – Monkey Shoulder, Burnside, Wardhead and Hendrick’s gin.
Region: Speyside
Area: Moray
Current Owner: William Grant & Sons
Founded : 1886
Founder : William Grant & Sons
No. of wash stills: 11
No. of spirit stills: 18
Capacity (litres): 13,000,000.00
Website: www.glenfiddich.com
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