Below the castle, above the ordinary
Stirling Distillery is set in the historic Old Smiddy at 9 Lower Castlehill, Stirling, just below Stirling Castle. From this 1888 building on the castle rock, the distillery gives visitors a chance to step straight from one of Scotland’s best-known landmarks into a place that feels smaller, more local, and distinctly Stirling.
Visit us
Stirling Distillery
Find us at 9 Lower Castlehill, Stirling FK8 1EN, in the historic Old Smiddy at the foot of Stirling Castle.
Make it part of your Stirling route
A short walk through Stirling's historic heart
Start at the castle
Begin with Stirling Castle, one of the city’s defining landmarks.
Walk down Lower Castlehill
From there, you can browse the shop, enjoy a mini tasting, or book a longer gin or whisky experience.
Arrive at the distillery
Discover our craft spirits with a tasting experience or browse our shop for the perfect bottle.
The Old Smiddy
The building that now houses Stirling Distillery was constructed in 1888 in the shadow of Stirling Castle. In 2019, it became Stirling’s first legal distillery on the castle rock, bringing a new chapter to a building already rooted in the story of the city.
What you can do here
Browse the shop
You are welcome to browse spirits, gifts, and local products without booking a tour.
Stop in for a tasting
Daily mini tastings are available from £15, with no booking required.
Book an experience
The distillery also offers guided gin and whisky experiences, along with the Old Smiddy Gin School.
Visit details
Address
Stirling Distillery
9 Lower Castlehill
Stirling
FK8 1EN
Opening hours
- Monday 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday 11:00 - 16:00
Finish your Stirling visit somewhere with a story
A castle visit tells you about Stirling’s past. A stop at Stirling Distillery lets you experience a part of its present, in a building that connects both. If you are exploring the old town, it is an easy next stop for a tasting, a tour, or a bottle to take home.
