Stirling Distillery Ranks Among the Top 10 Most Popular Whisky Distilleries in 2024

Stirling Distillery is delighted to announce its inclusion in the prestigious list of the “Top 10 Most Popular Whisky Distilleries in 2024,” by The Cask Connoisseur. This recognition is a significant achievement for the distillery, which has quickly become a standout in the whisky industry since launching its first whisky in 2023, the first time the spirit has been distilled in Stirling for 171 years.

Nestled in the historic Old Smiddy building, Stirling Distillery is celebrated for its handcrafted spirits that honour the rich history and folklore of Stirling. With reintroducing whisky production to the city, the distillery has expanded its range of craft spirits, adding to their well-established award-winning gin range.

There is a special emphasis on using the finest ingredients, sourcing locally and focusing on traditional distilling methods. Their new-make whisky has garnered widespread praise, with industry expert Ben Smith of Whisky and Friends noting, “Caramel and grappa for sure, and I can definitely get behind apple strudel. One of the best new makes I’ve tasted to date, and I’m looking forward to seeing how the spirit matures and responds to different types of wood influence.”

At just 18 years old, distiller Hugo McCann has already established himself as a rising talent in the whisky world. Ben Smith added, “His name is Hugo. Hugo McCann. You should write that down. Expect big things.”

Cameron McCann, co-founder of Stirling Distillery, commented on the achievement: “We are thrilled to be recognised among the UK’s top whisky distilleries. This honour is a testament to the hard work and passion of our team, and to the support of our local community and whisky lovers worldwide who come to visit us. As we continue our journey, we remain committed to crafting whiskies that reflect the unique spirit of Stirling.”

The distillery’s production of its first new-make spirit highlights their ambition to establish Stirling as a key player in Scotland’s whisky landscape, with the release of their first single malt whisky by 2027.

Stirling Distillery invites whisky lovers to visit and experience their journey firsthand. The distillery offers a range of immersive experiences, including tours that delve into Stirling’s rich whisky heritage and tastings of their exclusive Sons of Scotland independent bottlings. Voted Visitor Attraction of the Year at the Stirling Business Awards in 2023, winner of ‘Retail, Hospitality & Leisure Business of the Year’ at the Stirling Business Excellence Awards 2024 and awarded a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for the fourth year in a row, Stirling Distillery is listed as the number one thing to do in Stirling on TripAdvisor’s website. Tours are great value, starting at £25.

For more information about Stirling Distillery and to book a tour, please visit https://stirlingdistillery.com/ for more information.