Speyside

The largest and most famous of the Highland sub divisions is that of Speyside, producing a range of single malts whose names are instantly recognisable, even to non-whisky drinkers; Macallan, Glenfiddich, Glenfarclas and Glenlivet.  The area is concentrated around the Elgin-Dufftown district.

Speyside whiskies are recognised as being mellow with a malty sweetness and light notes of peat: beyond this basic generalisation, however lies a wealth of variety and subtlety and the Speyside malts can range from aromatic and flowery to the robust and sherried.  Whiskies can be found in this area to satisfy all palates from the novice to the connoisseur and for all occasions.