Wemyss Malts

United Kingdom
Founded in: 2005

All about Wemyss Malts

There are four brands under the Wemyss label, including Rimauresq Cru Classé, Lord Elcho Premium Blended Scotch, Wemyss Malts, and Darnley’s View Gin.

Wemyss Malts produces a wide range of Whiskies — from single malts through single casks and blends. Some of the most popular expressions of Wemyss Malts include: Wemyss Malts The Hive 12 Year Old and Wemyss Malts The Hive 8 Year Old.

Flavor profile of this Scotch Whisky typically features notes of spicy, honey, smoky and sweet.

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All about Wemyss Malts distillery

Wemyss started as a farm, sourcing some of the best barley in Scotland for almost a century. William Wemyss founded the independent bottling company Wemyss Malts in 2005. The Wemyss distillery was established by William Wemyss in 2013. The Wemyss family roots in the Scotch Whisky industry date back to the early 19th century. They also have roots in the Wine industry, owning two vineyards in Australia and France.

There are four brands under the Wemyss label, including Rimauresq Cru Classé, Lord Elcho Premium Blended Scotch, Wemyss Malts, and Darnley’s View Gin.

Wemyss Malts produces a wide range of Whiskies — from single malts through single casks and blends. The company’s range of Whiskies include several non-age-statement expressions, including Peat Chimney, Spice King and Velvet Fig.

Distillery info

  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Established: 2005
  • Address: Leven KY8 5RL, United Kingdom
  • Phone: +44 1333 354061