Old Pulteney opens its doors for new tours this month

In honour of the Highland Whisky Festival a Wick distillery is opening its doors for "whisky lovers to explore its home on the Caithness Coast".

On Friday, September 22, three unique Old Pulteney distillery tours and experiences will take place.

Since 1826, Old Pulteney’s single malts have been influenced by the brisk, North Sea air that sweeps across its maturing casks at its home in Wick. Each of the tours will be available exclusively on the first day of the 2023 Highland Whisky Festival – a nine-day celebration that spotlights Highland distilleries.

Ranging from £30 to £175 per person, the three whisky experiences will reveal every stage of Old Pulteney’s renowned distillation processes, commencing with the first drop of water from Loch Hempriggs and concluding with the final dram.

Tickets can be purchased from the Old Pulteney website: oldpulteney.com/highland-whisky-festival/

For more information on the Highland Whisky Festival visit: www.highlandwhiskyfestival.co.uk/

Distillery manager Malcolm Waring said: "I’m very pleased to announce these three remarkable new tours and experiences created especially for the Highland Whisky Festival. Old Pulteney, The Maritime Malt, embodies the Highlands' spirit, and this is a fantastic way to celebrate our proud heritage.

“The 2023 Highland Whisky Festival will be an unmissable event, showcasing centuries of craftsmanship and tradition. We're thrilled to contribute our story to this fantastic celebration and welcome whisky lovers to our home."

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