Girvan distillery

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The Girvan distillery is a Lowland grain whisky distillery located in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The distillery is owned by William Grant & Sons.

History

Girvan distillery was founded in 1963 with the installation of its first Coffey still in 1963, which was celebrated with their first official bottling.[1] The company introduced its export single grain whisky, Black Barrel in 1995 to the Spain, Portugal, and Italy markets.[2]

Ladyburn operated as a single malt distillery on site from 1968 until 1975.

Ailsa Bay

As of 2007, the site has also been home of Ailsa Bay Distillery. The facility was christened by HRH Prince Charles in 2009.[3] As of 2013, there have not been any bottlings.

Hendrick's Gin

The distillery also produces Hendrick's Gin.

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