Scotland's Royal Lochnagar Distillery Ticket Pass
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Join us for a guided tour of our small, unique distillery to discover the very essence of Royal Lochnagar with its traditional ways of working and smooth, grassy character.
Your host will then guide you through a tutored nosing and tasting of 2 of our specially selected Royal Lochnagar single malts.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
Royal Lochnagar distillery is situated just one mile from Balmoral Castle and sits at the foot of the Cairngorm mountains, fed by the crystal-clear water of the Scarnock springs. Originally called New Lochnagar, it was renamed following a royal visit from Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1848. Today, the distillery combines the traditional pagoda kiln heads, and techniques like the open mash tun, with expert-led tours and tastings to help whisky lovers discover the story of Royal Lochnagar, its scenic setting and, most importantly, its beloved whisky.
What‘s Included
Tutored nosing and tasting of 2 of our specially selected Royal Lochnagar single malts.
Meeting points
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
Royal Lochnagar Distillery Ballater United Kingdom
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Scotland's Royal Lochnagar Distillery Ticket Pass
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
VedocheVDB,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, having no knowledge of the whisky making process, Stuart (our guide) provided us with all the necessary information and allowed us to taste 3 different whiskys and appreciate the differences.
Great tasting
DianaSmith345,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We came when the distillery was in its winter shut down for maintenance so didn’t have a tour just went for the tasting. We tried several from the area, a great experience, and learned a lot. We loved the stories of times gone by and how the brand is developing. Great staff, we felt very welcome.
Lochnagar Whiskey Tour
V1951EYdavidg,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would definitely recommend this tour! Very interesting and informative. Annie our tour guide was great and knew everything there is to know about whiskey making. Thanks you
Fabulous tour guide
541sjb,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did our tour with sally anne, she was extremely knowledgable and answered all questions asked. We were really happy with our tour and tour guide and couldn’t recommend her or the tour enough!
stellar
Q5735MImadisonb,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took the tour. Our guide was called annie. If you get her you'll be lucky she was super engaging and funny! I dont have a personal interest in whisky originally but i have an interest now. Thanks Annie! -girl with the earmuffs
Best way to know Royal Lochnagar
clarissarech,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best distillery tour I’ve ever made. Stuart was such a wonderful guide, explained all the details and was very kids friendly
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