Festive Weekends
Join us for winter cocktails, festive treats, Christmas surprises and 20% off* in our distillery shops.
Discover our festive events below.
*Items exceeding the value of £499.99 excluded from the offer
Friday 27th to Sunday 30th November 2026
Oban
Join us on the weekend of Friday 27th to Sunday 30th November, and take advantage of 20% discount* in our shop, which is packed full of excellent Christmas gift ideas!
Take a well-earned break from your shopping in The Wee Still Bar and relax as you enjoy a mulled whisky, a Christmas Cocktail, or our Fireside Drams Whisky Flight.
This year you'll also find us in the Corran Halls, at the Winterfest Christmas Market!
Follow our socials @obanwhisky for further updates to be revealed...
Thursday 26th TO Saturday 28th November 2026
Lagavulin
Join us from Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th November for a festive weekend at Lagavulin. Enjoy 20% discount* in our shop throughout the weekend and discover the perfect Christmas gifts, seasonal serves and plenty of festive cheer.
Friday 27th November
Enjoy delicious local street food from Orsay Seafood before heading to the Malt Mill Bar for winter cocktails, drams and festive fun.
Join us for our Manager’s Festive Tasting and discover a specially selected line-up of Lagavulin drams in the cosy surroundings of the Malt Mill Bar.
Saturday 28th November
Orsay Seafood will be back serving up local street food throughout the day, alongside winter cocktails, drams and festive serves in the Malt Mill Bar.
Join us for a Cocktail Experience, where our team will shake up some seasonal delights, before rounding off the festivities with live music in the Malt Mill Bar from 5pm to 8pm.
Follow our socials @lagavulinwhisky for further festive updates.
Friday 27th to Sunday 29th November 2026
Singleton
Join us from Friday 27th to Sunday 29th November for a festive weekend at The Singleton. Enjoy 20% off* in our retail area throughout the weekend and discover the perfect festive gifts and seasonal treats.
Saturday 28th November
Enjoy live music from 2:30pm to 5:30pm, festive cocktail masterclasses, seasonal food pairings, mince pies, hot toddies and delicious food from local vendors.
Sunday 29th November
Browse local craft stalls, take part in wreath-making and Paint & Sip workshops, and enjoy festive cocktails and food throughout the day.
Distillery tours will take place throughout the whole weekend for all to enjoy.
Follow our socials @thesingleton for further festive updates.
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December 2026
Dalwhinnie
Join us from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December for a festive weekend at Dalwhinnie. Enjoy 20% off* across our retail store throughout the weekend, including whisky, merchandise and gifts. We'll also have festive cocktails and treats in our bar.
Book a free 30-minute Express Distillery Tour and enjoy a guided tour of the distillery followed by a taste of our Winter’s Gold whisky. Tours are available each morning from Friday to Sunday, with advance booking essential.
Friday 4th December
The Highland Chocolatier, Iain Burnett, will be joining us to host a special Chocolate & Whisky Masterclass. This is a ticketed experience, so book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Saturday 5th December
Enjoy live festive music in our bar and get into the Christmas spirit.
Sunday 6th December
Sunday is cocktail day! Enjoy festive cocktail-making demonstrations in our bar throughout the afternoon.
Follow our socials @dalwhinnie.distillery for further festive updates.
Friday 4th December - Sunday 6th December 2026
Cardhu
Join us from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December for a festive weekend at Cardhu. Enjoy 20% off* in our distillery shop throughout the weekend and discover the perfect festive gifts.
Friday 4th December
Enjoy an evening of live music from the Tone Pirates, festive cocktails and delicious food.
Saturday 5th December
Join us in our Tasting Kitchen for some great tunes, tasty treats and festive drinks, including our build-your-own Hot Chocolate Station.
Follow our socials @cardhuwhisky for further festive updates.
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December 2026
Talisker
Join us from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December for a festive shopping weekend, where you can enjoy 20% off* in our Distillery shop, which is packed full of festive gift ideas!
Enjoy winter cocktails or non-alcoholic options and snacks in our bar, all while listening to incredible live music, including some local favourites.
We will be hosting experiences all weekend, from tutored tastings that delve into the wonderful flavours of Talisker, to our distillery tours.
Follow our socials @talisker for further festive updates.
Sunday 6th December 2026
Caol Ila
Join us for a festive shopping experience at Caol Ila on 6th December, with 20% off* in our shop. Browse a wonderful selection of stalls from talented local businesses and charity partners while soaking up the festive atmosphere.
Warm up with our specially crafted winter cocktails, spiced mulled whisky, and a selection of delicious seasonal food and treats. Get creative with local artist Rosemary Fletcher at our Baubles & Bubbles pottery painting experience, where you'll design your own festive decoration while enjoying a glass of prosecco. Or join Emma from Islay Cocoa and learn how to create a delicious festive treat while sipping on a seasonal cocktail.
Throughout the weekend, we'll also be hosting a range of exclusive festive experiences. Discover the secrets behind the perfect seasonal serves at our Christmas Cocktail Class, or celebrate the season in style at our Festive Manager's Warehouse Tasting.
Whether you're searching for the perfect Christmas gift, catching up with friends over a festive treat, or looking to try something new, there's something for everyone at Caol Ila this Christmas season.
Follow our socials @caolila.distillery for further festive updates.
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December 2026
Blair Athol
Join us from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December for a festive weekend at Blair Athol. Enjoy 20% off* in our retail shop throughout the weekend and make your Christmas shopping that little bit easier.
Enjoy specially crafted festive cocktails while listening to live music in our Mash Tun Bar, and discover local stallholders offering a variety of unique products and crafts.
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December
Savour delicious food from our food van in the courtyard, alongside plenty more festive surprises throughout the weekend.
Follow our socials @blairathol.distillery for further festive updates.
Thursday 3rd to Saturday 5th December
Glenkinchie
Join us from Thursday 3rd to Saturday 5th December for a festive weekend at Glenkinchie. Enjoy 20% off* in our shop throughout the weekend – an ideal way to save on Christmas gifts.
Enjoy winter cocktails, non-alcoholic options and delicious food in our cosy Lowland Bar throughout the weekend.
Saturday 5th December
Saturday will be packed full of experiences to enjoy. Book a FREE Festive Flavour Journey tour**, experience a Maturation Room Cask Draw or challenge your senses with our Discover The Dram Challenge.
There will also be plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy, including colouring-in tables, gingerbread decorating, a best dressed dog competition and children’s food options.
Follow @glenkinchie.distillery on Instagram for the latest festive updates.
**A complimentary experience requiring a refundable deposit at booking, returned in full upon arrival. Subject to availability.
Friday 27th to Sunday 29th November 2026
Royal Lochnagar
Join us for a festive weekend at Royal Lochnagar in the heart of Royal Deeside. Enjoy 20% off* in our retail shop throughout the weekend and discover the perfect Christmas gifts.
Get into the festive spirit with our Festive Cocktail Masterclass, where our team will guide you through creating seasonal serves, or gather with friends for our Games Evening, with classic favourites, interactive challenges and plenty of friendly competition.
Enjoy festive food and seasonal flavours in our Beggs Bothy Bar, and make the most of your visit with the Ballater Winter Festival taking place nearby, bringing seasonal celebrations and festive activities to the village.
Follow our socials @royallochnagar.distillery for further festive updates.
