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Balmanach Distilery

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Balmenach is a historic Speyside distillery (Scotland) known for producing single malt whisky and, since 2009, for the small-batch production of Caorunn gin, made on the distillery premises using a proprietary process.
whisky distillery small-batch gin Speyside single malt spirits producer
Producer range

Producer range Balmanach Distilery

Spirit categories

whisky distillery small-batch gin Speyside single malt spirits producer

Representative products

Caorunn Small Batch Scottish Gin 70cl
Distillation and production

Distillation and production

Production method

For Caorunn production is described as artisanal, small-batch at the Balmenach site; the process includes the use of a proprietary distillation chamber called "Copper Berry Chamber". The distillery also produces malt spirit intended for whisky according to traditional practices.

Distillation

For Caorunn: small-batch distillation using the proprietary "Copper Berry Chamber" (targeted extraction of botanicals). The facility is also used for the production of malt alcohol for whisky.

Producer history Balmanach Distilery

Balmenach is a Speyside distillery with documented origins in the 19th century; it is frequently cited as founded in 1824. It has changed ownership several times throughout its history and is currently operated within the Inver House Distillers group. In 2009 the Caorunn gin was launched, produced in small batches at the same site.

Production philosophy

Showcase the local area and ingredients: for Caorunn the philosophy states the use of hand-foraged Celtic botanicals gathered near the distillery, combined with traditional botanicals, and a small-batch production aimed at maximising aromatic extraction.

Territory

Speyside, Scottish Highlands (Cromdale / Grantown-on-Spey)

Awards and recognitions

Recent recognitions: Caorunn received the UK Gin Producer Trophy at the IWSC 2024; the brand has also collected medals in international competitions (e.g., IWSC, International Spirits Challenge).

Balmanach Distilery

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