As the last drams have been poured at the 2024 Campbeltown Malts Festival, we look back over a fantastic two days spent in the very best company.

This year, like always, we raised the bar and turned our distillery and courtyard into a whisky wonderland of experiences, talks and the very best live music.

We were lucky this year to work with three amazing whisky writers and author, Dave Broom, Millie Milliken and Becky Paskin. Dave Broom partnered with our Master Blender Michael Henry in our infamous Dunnage Warehouse, for our ‘Exploring the World of Sherry and Whisky’ event, learning and tasting more about the sherry casks we use to finish Glen Scotia releases. Meanwhile, Millie Milliken and our Master Distiller Iain McAlister distilled down the four key characteristics in our Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School, understanding where fruit, oil, salt and funk come from in the process. Only a stone’s throw away, Becky Paskin and Michael Henry conducted the Master Blender Experience, where lucky enthusiasts got the chance to understand how the blending process works and create their own, unique Glen Scotia whisky. Last, but not least, the magic of the Festival, Iain’s Dunnage Warehouse tasting, an exclusive opportunity to taste and savour some of Iain’s favourite casks. As the live music played throughout the courtyard from the best of Kintyre, Rhuvaal and We.R.Soul, tucked away in our darkest warehouse, viewers were shown our Journey to Campbeltown hero films playing on big screens amongst our aging whisky, with a dram in hand. The show couldn’t come together without our host, Global Brand Ambassador, Gary Mills, who orchestrated the day, with some special cask strength tastings in the heart of the courtyard, open for all to attend.

As the last drams have been poured at the 2024 Campbeltown Malts Festival, we look back over a fantastic two days spent in the very best company.

This year, like always, we raised the bar and turned our distillery and courtyard into a whisky wonderland of experiences, talks and the very best live music.

We were lucky this year to work with three amazing whisky writers and author, Dave Broom, Millie Milliken and Becky Paskin. Dave Broom partnered with our Master Blender Michael Henry in our infamous Dunnage Warehouse, for our ‘Exploring the World of Sherry and Whisky’ event, learning and tasting more about the sherry casks we use to finish Glen Scotia releases. Meanwhile, Millie Milliken and our Master Distiller Iain McAlister distilled down the four key characteristics in our Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School, understanding where fruit, oil, salt and funk come from in the process. Only a stone’s throw away, Becky Paskin and Michael Henry conducted the Master Blender Experience, where lucky enthusiasts got the chance to understand how the blending process works and create their own, unique Glen Scotia whisky. Last, but not least, the magic of the Festival, Iain’s Dunnage Warehouse tasting, an exclusive opportunity to taste and savour some of Iain’s favourite casks. As the live music played throughout the courtyard from the best of Kintyre, Rhuvaal and We.R.Soul, tucked away in our darkest warehouse, viewers were shown our Journey to Campbeltown hero films playing on big screens amongst our aging whisky, with a dram in hand. The show couldn’t come together without our host, Global Brand Ambassador, Gary Mills, who orchestrated the day, with some special cask strength tastings in the heart of the courtyard, open for all to attend.

Two women excitedly dance together in front of the Glen Scotia Distillery. Onlookers seated on a bench smile and watch them. In the background, a white building with the distillery's name stands out against a cloudy sky. An event stage with equipment is seen to the right.
Two women excitedly dance together in front of the Glen Scotia Distillery. Onlookers seated on a bench smile and watch them. In the background, a white building with the distillery's name stands out against a cloudy sky. An event stage with equipment is seen to the right.
A man with glasses and a gray beard is standing in a dimly lit room, holding a wine glass in one hand and gesturing with the other. He is wearing a white shirt. Another person is visible in the background.
A man with glasses and a gray beard is standing in a dimly lit room, holding a wine glass in one hand and gesturing with the other. He is wearing a white shirt. Another person is visible in the background.
A brightly lit event space features long, elegantly set tables with glassware and plates. Colorful banners with text and images of people line the sides of the room. A large poster on the right showcases a person looking at the ocean with the text, "The Journey to Campbeltown.
A brightly lit event space features long, elegantly set tables with glassware and plates. Colorful banners with text and images of people line the sides of the room. A large poster on the right showcases a person looking at the ocean with the text, "The Journey to Campbeltown.
A group of people are sitting at a table in a lively restaurant or event. They are enjoying glasses of wine and engaged in conversation. The table is set with various dishes and bottles. The atmosphere appears vibrant and social.
A group of people are sitting at a table in a lively restaurant or event. They are enjoying glasses of wine and engaged in conversation. The table is set with various dishes and bottles. The atmosphere appears vibrant and social.
A woman with light brown hair holds a glass of whisky with the logo "Glen Scotia" etched on it. The background is blurred, suggesting a social setting or event. The focus is on the woman and the glass she is holding.
A woman with light brown hair holds a glass of whisky with the logo "Glen Scotia" etched on it. The background is blurred, suggesting a social setting or event. The focus is on the woman and the glass she is holding.
A man wearing glasses and a black shirt holds a glass of whiskey while speaking in front of an audience. Behind him, there is a teal banner with the text "TASTING LAB." Several bottles of whiskey are displayed on the table around him.
A man wearing glasses and a black shirt holds a glass of whiskey while speaking in front of an audience. Behind him, there is a teal banner with the text "TASTING LAB." Several bottles of whiskey are displayed on the table around him.
A group of people sit at long tables under a large white tent, attentively listening to two presenters at the front. The tables are filled with numerous glasses and bottles, suggesting a tasting or workshop event. Colorful banners and hanging lights decorate the space.
A group of people sit at long tables under a large white tent, attentively listening to two presenters at the front. The tables are filled with numerous glasses and bottles, suggesting a tasting or workshop event. Colorful banners and hanging lights decorate the space.
A woman in a pink outfit plays a red keyboard on stage. Beside her, other musicians play the violin and guitar. The scene is outdoors with a crowd and industrial buildings in the background. The musicians are performing under a tent.
A woman in a pink outfit plays a red keyboard on stage. Beside her, other musicians play the violin and guitar. The scene is outdoors with a crowd and industrial buildings in the background. The musicians are performing under a tent.
Two women excitedly dance together in front of the Glen Scotia Distillery. Onlookers seated on a bench smile and watch them. In the background, a white building with the distillery's name stands out against a cloudy sky. An event stage with equipment is seen to the right.
Two women excitedly dance together in front of the Glen Scotia Distillery. Onlookers seated on a bench smile and watch them. In the background, a white building with the distillery's name stands out against a cloudy sky. An event stage with equipment is seen to the right.
A man with glasses and a gray beard is standing in a dimly lit room, holding a wine glass in one hand and gesturing with the other. He is wearing a white shirt. Another person is visible in the background.
A man with glasses and a gray beard is standing in a dimly lit room, holding a wine glass in one hand and gesturing with the other. He is wearing a white shirt. Another person is visible in the background.
A brightly lit event space features long, elegantly set tables with glassware and plates. Colorful banners with text and images of people line the sides of the room. A large poster on the right showcases a person looking at the ocean with the text, "The Journey to Campbeltown.
A brightly lit event space features long, elegantly set tables with glassware and plates. Colorful banners with text and images of people line the sides of the room. A large poster on the right showcases a person looking at the ocean with the text, "The Journey to Campbeltown.
A woman with light brown hair holds a glass of whisky with the logo "Glen Scotia" etched on it. The background is blurred, suggesting a social setting or event. The focus is on the woman and the glass she is holding.
A woman with light brown hair holds a glass of whisky with the logo "Glen Scotia" etched on it. The background is blurred, suggesting a social setting or event. The focus is on the woman and the glass she is holding.
A man with gray hair and glasses holds up a glass of amber-colored liquid while speaking into a microphone. He is wearing a light-colored shirt and is standing indoors with a blurred background featuring a large photograph of a person and a yellow light.
A man with gray hair and glasses holds up a glass of amber-colored liquid while speaking into a microphone. He is wearing a light-colored shirt and is standing indoors with a blurred background featuring a large photograph of a person and a yellow light.
A group of people sit at long tables under a large white tent, attentively listening to two presenters at the front. The tables are filled with numerous glasses and bottles, suggesting a tasting or workshop event. Colorful banners and hanging lights decorate the space.
A group of people sit at long tables under a large white tent, attentively listening to two presenters at the front. The tables are filled with numerous glasses and bottles, suggesting a tasting or workshop event. Colorful banners and hanging lights decorate the space.
A smiling man and woman, both wearing glasses, hold clipboards featuring "Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School" illustrations and a small trophy. The clipboards have science-themed graphics and badges. They are in a busy indoor environment with blurry figures in the background.
A smiling man and woman, both wearing glasses, hold clipboards featuring "Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School" illustrations and a small trophy. The clipboards have science-themed graphics and badges. They are in a busy indoor environment with blurry figures in the background.
A musician stands on stage playing an acoustic guitar. He wears a black shirt and has a focused expression. Band members around him play various instruments like an accordion and a violin. The stage setup includes a microphone and stand, with a backdrop of banners.
A musician stands on stage playing an acoustic guitar. He wears a black shirt and has a focused expression. Band members around him play various instruments like an accordion and a violin. The stage setup includes a microphone and stand, with a backdrop of banners.

The Festival wouldn’t be what it is without all the whisky lovers and enthusiasts who joined us from all around the globe. From all of our Glen Scotia team, we want to thank you for what was another fantastic year in our hometown. The planning commences for next year, we hope to see you there. Slainte!

The Festival wouldn’t be what it is without all the whisky lovers and enthusiasts who joined us from all around the globe. From all of our Glen Scotia team, we want to thank you for what was another fantastic year in our hometown. The planning commences for next year, we hope to see you there. Slainte!

A smiling man and woman, both wearing glasses, hold clipboards featuring "Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School" illustrations and a small trophy. The clipboards have science-themed graphics and badges. They are in a busy indoor environment with blurry figures in the background.
A smiling man and woman, both wearing glasses, hold clipboards featuring "Glen Scotia New Make Spirit School" illustrations and a small trophy. The clipboards have science-themed graphics and badges. They are in a busy indoor environment with blurry figures in the background.
A man in traditional Scottish attire, including a tartan kilt and sporran, plays the bagpipes on a stage. He stands beside music equipment, and the background shows speaker systems and a dark backdrop.
A man in traditional Scottish attire, including a tartan kilt and sporran, plays the bagpipes on a stage. He stands beside music equipment, and the background shows speaker systems and a dark backdrop.
A musician stands on stage playing an acoustic guitar. He wears a black shirt and has a focused expression. Band members around him play various instruments like an accordion and a violin. The stage setup includes a microphone and stand, with a backdrop of banners.
A musician stands on stage playing an acoustic guitar. He wears a black shirt and has a focused expression. Band members around him play various instruments like an accordion and a violin. The stage setup includes a microphone and stand, with a backdrop of banners.
A man with a beard, dressed in traditional formal attire, holding a glass to his nose as if smelling the contents, stands in a dimly lit room with wooden barrels. Several people are gathered around, engaged in conversation and observing.
A man with a beard, dressed in traditional formal attire, holding a glass to his nose as if smelling the contents, stands in a dimly lit room with wooden barrels. Several people are gathered around, engaged in conversation and observing.
A group of four people sit on a stage, engaged in a lively panel discussion. The person in the middle gestures animatedly while speaking, and the others listen attentively. Various bottles and glasses are on the table in front of them, and a drum set is visible in the background.
A group of four people sit on a stage, engaged in a lively panel discussion. The person in the middle gestures animatedly while speaking, and the others listen attentively. Various bottles and glasses are on the table in front of them, and a drum set is visible in the background.
Two people are engaged in conversation indoors. The woman on the left has long, dark hair and is wearing a patterned shirt. The man on the right has short, grey hair, a beard, and is wearing a suit with a red tie and a kilt. A banner with "Tasting Lab" is partially visible.
Two people are engaged in conversation indoors. The woman on the left has long, dark hair and is wearing a patterned shirt. The man on the right has short, grey hair, a beard, and is wearing a suit with a red tie and a kilt. A banner with "Tasting Lab" is partially visible.
A woman holding a wine glass speaks while gesturing in a tent. She wears a floral dress and stands near a table with several bottles, including clear bottles with orange liquid and a plastic water bottle. In the foreground, an out-of-focus man drinks water.
A woman holding a wine glass speaks while gesturing in a tent. She wears a floral dress and stands near a table with several bottles, including clear bottles with orange liquid and a plastic water bottle. In the foreground, an out-of-focus man drinks water.
A collection of Glen Scotia whisky tasting glasses, each partially filled, is arranged on a table. The glasses, marked with the Glen Scotia logo, are accompanied by a clear bottle and tasting notes, creating a setup for a whisky tasting event.
A collection of Glen Scotia whisky tasting glasses, each partially filled, is arranged on a table. The glasses, marked with the Glen Scotia logo, are accompanied by a clear bottle and tasting notes, creating a setup for a whisky tasting event.

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