Lots of sheep graze in a green field in front of Royal Lochnagar distillery’s grey stone buildings. Behind the distillery is a large mountain range covered in green trees.

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Royal Lochnagar Distillery sits in the small village of Crathie in Aberdeenshire. Just one mile from Balmoral Castle, the distillery was founded in 1845 by John Begg and gained its “Royal” moniker after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visited in 1848. 

Royal Lochnagar is known for its butterscotch, treacle toffee flavour which gives a smooth mouthfeel and sharp, balanced finish. 

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Visitors are invited into one of the smallest traditional distilleries still in operation and learn about the process up close. Tasting sessions offer whisky lovers the chance to experience some of the best single malt the Highlands has to offer.

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