Whisky Brand Makes Bold New Investment

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As a whisky enthusiast, I’m always excited to hear about new developments in the industry. Recently, I had the opportunity to learn about Kingsbarns Distillery’s bold new investment, and I couldn’t wait to share my thoughts with you.

Family-owned Kingsbarns Distillery has announced a multi-million-pound programme of investment to significantly increase production and capacity for its award-winning single malt whisky. This is fantastic news for whisky lovers like myself, as it means we can expect to see more of their delicious Lowland single malts on the shelves.

Image: Kingsbarns Distillery

The firm has installed a new 20,000 litre washback to increase distillation output by more than 40%. This is a significant upgrade, and I’m excited to see how it will impact the quality and consistency of their whisky. Additionally, they’re working on a major heat recovery system that will notably cut energy use. This is not only good for the environment but also for the distillery’s bottom line.

Image: The new washback at Kingsbarns Distillery

Concurrent to the activity at the East Neuk distillery, work is also underway on a large-scale warehousing complex in nearby Glenrothes. This will enable the company to store substantially more spirit each year to meet future demand for its Lowland single malts. As someone who’s always on the lookout for new and exciting whiskies, I’m thrilled to hear about this expansion.

William Wemyss, founder of parent company Wemyss Family Spirits, said the multi-phase seven-figure investment underscores Kingsbarns’ ambition and growth potential as its spirits mature. I couldn’t agree more - this investment is a clear sign of the distillery’s commitment to producing high-quality whisky.

“We’ve developed a real foothold in the market for Lowland whiskies and now need to substantially increase our stocks of maturing spirit to meet the thirst for this delicate, fruit-forward malt.” - William Wemyss

Image: William Wemyss, founder of Wemyss Family Spirits

The new heat recovery system with a wash charging tank and heat exchanger allows heat from previous distillation runs to be captured and reused, resulting in a notable reduction in energy use. This is a fantastic example of the distillery’s commitment to sustainability.

Peter Holroyd, Kingsbarns Distillery Manager, said the expansion will be carefully integrated to maintain the distillery’s unique spirit character. He added: “While vastly increasing our scale, it’s critically important these changes don’t alter the fruity, elegant house style our team has diligently created.”

Image: Peter Holroyd, Kingsbarns Distillery Manager

Ground has recently broken on the new warehouses in Glenrothes, with the upgraded production setup expected to be operational by mid-2024. The first spirit laid down under the expanded distillery will be earmarked for milestone 10th anniversary releases starting in 2025.

The programme of expansion follows the spirits business committing to meet net zero targets by phasing out its presentation boxes and cartons, saving over a tonne of carbon each year. This is a fantastic step towards a more sustainable future for the industry.

Image: Kingsbarns Distillery

In conclusion, I’m thrilled to see Kingsbarns Distillery making such a bold investment in its future. As a whisky enthusiast, I’m excited to see what this means for the industry as a whole. With its commitment to sustainability and quality, I have no doubt that Kingsbarns will continue to produce some of the finest Lowland single malts on the market.

Image: A dram of fine whisky