As distilleries go Glenlossie isn't the most well known. That, however, isn't without good reason. Blenders across Scotland have long been huge fans of its light floral nature which is complimented by a crisp grassy maltiness. Over 90% of the single malt whisky produced at Glenlossie goes into some of the world's best kno0wn blends. A whisky that many haven't indulged in but certainly not one to ignore.
Founded
1876
Owner
Diageo
Production Status
Operational
Capacity
3, 700 000 Litres
As single malt whisky distilleries go, Glenlossie's history has been fairly simple. Founded in 1876, it has almost exclusively produced malt whisky to provide blenders with stock to create some of the most popular drams in the world. As no distillery is immune to disaster there has been the odd hiccup with Glenlossie. In 1929 a large fire caused a huge amount of damage to Glenlossie. The distillery was repaired and production continues to this day.
Although known as a 'blenders whisky' it is possible to find bottlings of Glenlossie as a single malt. There is a official release as part of Diageo's Flora &: Fauna range. There are also occasional releases from independent bottlers. When trying it as a single malt you'll find a light, crisp nature and it's easy to see why it contributes to so many blended whiskies.
There are distilleries that are full of stories and legend and there are distilleries that have been built to produce consistent, quality malt whisky. Glenlossie falls into the later category but that doesn't take away from just how important it is to the Scotch whisky industry.
If you like Glenlossie whisky, you may also enjoy
Speyside Whisky: Glenlossie lovers will enjoy fruity and grassy Speyside whiskies.
Tomintoul Whisky: Tomintoul offers a light, approachable style similar to Glenlossie.
Benromach Whisky: Benromach adds subtle peat to Speyside’s fruit-forward style.