Sons of Scotland · Independent bottling
Castle Rock Blended Malt Whisky
This whisky is a beautiful mix of citrus and Caribbean fruit, with a hint of a green apple notes on the nose.
£35.00
Spirit made in Stirling
The first Stirling whisky in 170 years.
Gin and whisky distilled by hand in the Old Smiddy, beneath Stirling Castle. Family run, and the first whisky made in Stirling in over 170 years.
Open Mon to Sat 11am to 5pm, Sunday 12pm to 5pm
New release
Tales from the Rock
Three single malts from beneath Stirling Castle, just 90 bottles of each. First release 16 November. £90 a bottle, or £270 for the set.
Sons of Scotland
In stock now, and first access for Insiders
Castle Rock, our blended malt house pour, is in stock and posting today. Our new Auchroisk 9, a port cask, is open to Sons of Scotland Insiders first.
Coming 6 November
Sons of Scotland · Independent bottling
Auchroisk 9
Nose: Juicy plums and raspberry jam mingle with orange peel, brown sugar and warm cinnamon.
235 bottles. Drops 6 November.
£65.00
The Insiders
Want our most limited releases two weeks before anyone else? Sons of Scotland Insiders get first access, plus £5 off your first order and 20 percent off a whisky tour. A one off £10.
Coming 2027
Our own first single malt lands in 2027.
2,500+ orders shipped across the UK · Rated 4.9★ from 1,800+ reviews across the web · World Whiskies Award winner
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Three picks from the distillery, changed every week. One gin, one whisky, one gift.
Visit the distillery
Come and taste it at the source
Gin School, whisky tastings and guided tours at the foot of Stirling Castle. Live availability, book in seconds. Or just walk in: mini tastings are £15, no booking needed.
Rated 4.9 · #2 of 112 things to do in Stirling on Tripadvisor
£15 · no booking needed · open 7 days
Hire the distillery
The Old Smiddy, yours for the night
Exclusive use of the distillery and bar under Stirling Castle, with a welcome drink, tour and tasting built in. Christmas parties, weddings, birthdays and team days.
- 48 seated
- 70 standing
- Hire from £275
Also: weddings · corporate and team days · or call 01786 596496
Save the date
Stirling SpiritFest 2026
Sat 14 November · Stirling Highland Hotel · 300 places only · on sale now
Festival detailsThe whisky is coming
Be part of the first Stirling whisky since 1852
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Counting down to the first release · 19 June 2027
The 2027 first release
The first single malt distilled in Stirling for over 170 years. Join the waitlist to be first in line when it is bottled.
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Own a cask
Reserve a private cask from our early production and own a piece of Stirling whisky history, maturing in our dunnage warehouse.
Own a caskWhat visitors say
Rated 4.9 by 1,800+ visitors
From people who've poured a Stirling spirit.
★★★★★
"Lovely design and delicious gin. Herby but not overwhelming. One of my faves!"
Heather McLaughlin
✓ Verified customer★★★★★
"Maisey and her coworker were so welcoming. My only regret is not having more time to spend there."
Sean H
✓ Tripadvisor review★★★★★
"So I bought a miniature of this gin, from the Bannockburn shop, to try it. What a lovely, smooth, delicate flavour!"
Mary Shand
✓ Verified review★★★★★
"Well there's no sting in this gin, just beautiful botanicals singing from the top of the glass to the bottom."
Janet Fenton
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★★★★★
Anyone visiting Stirling should add this to their itinerary, we had a great time learning about the history of both gin itself and the brand. Our guide Maisie was so passionate and knowledgeable about the history and we enjoyed seeing and hearing about how gin has evolved through the centuries! The tasting comprised of 6 different varieties of gin/liqueurs - each with their own appeal. Overall it was a brilliant way to spend a couple of hours - we even took our kids along who were provided with colouring in, but were pretty engaged in the history and learning, testament to Maisie’s delivery! Thanks for a memorable visit!
★★★★★
Fantastic experience! Just the two people in my group for the tasting and tour. Learned a lot about whisky in general and was able to sample some delicious options! Highly recommend the distillery and the tasting experience
★★★★★
We had a fantastic time in our gin tasting. Very informative. Simone was brilliant and s very good story teller. The gins were delicious, in fact so delicious we all went home with a few bottles
Planning a visit?
Find us below Stirling Castle
The Old Smiddy, 9 Lower Castlehill, Stirling FK8 1EN.
Open Monday to Saturday 11am to 5pm and Sunday 12 to 5pm.
Exploring the area? See our guide to distillery tours near Stirling.
