Learn the techniques of a Master Blender at Dewar’s Aberfeldy: a 60-minute sensory and hands-on blending session that ends with a 100ml bottle of your own Scotch. Includes access to the heritage centre and practical insights into Highland water, casks, and flavour.
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The visitor centre sits on the River Tay’s edge, where the water's steady pull marks the tempo of Highland life. You enter a small auditorium for a short film, move through a compact heritage centre that lays out the Dewar family story, then settle into the Blending Room where five single malts wait to be assessed and combined.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for almost all fitness levels; requires standing and short walks around the visitor centre.
Wildlife
History
The heritage centre traces the Dewar family business and the development of commercial blending, highlighting how local resources and entrepreneurial craft shaped the brand.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to follow established paths, avoid disturbing waterways, and support the distillery’s waste-reduction practices; small-batch tasting experiences minimize resource use compared with large events.
Reserve your spot on the Create Your Own Scotch Whisky today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring valid photo ID
You must be 18+ to participate and to taste; staff will check ID before tasting begins.
Book the 11:00 slot in advance
Sessions run Monday–Saturday at 11am and have limited capacity—reserve early to secure a spot.
Wear comfortable shoes
The centre is accessible but involves some standing and a few steps between rooms.
Plan transport in bad weather
Rural roads around Highland Perthshire can be narrow; allow extra time in winter or wet conditions.
Photo ID (passport or driving licence)
Required for age verification before tasting.
Comfortable, flat shoes
Useful for walking between the heritage displays and the blending room.
Notebook & pen
Helps record tasting notes and the proportions of your blend to recreate later.
Small camera or phone
Capture labels, the heritage exhibits, and the distillery exterior for reference.