Bonnington Sherry Puncheon 2023

The Bonnington Distillery, located in Leith, Edinburgh, marks the revival of single malt whisky production in the area after nearly a century. Commissioned in December 2019 and commencing production in March 2020, it serves as the modern home for the historic Crabbie whisky brand. The distillery`s construction unearthed significant archaeological finds, including remnants of an 18th-century distillery and the 17th-century Bonnington House, adding a rich historical context to its establishment.

Equipped with a 2.5-tonne mash tun and six 10,000-litre fermentation vessels, Bonnington Distillery ferments wort for at least 48 hours. Its two bespoke squat-neck stills, crafted by Speyside Copper Works, are designed to produce a spirit with a heavier, more Highland character, diverging from traditional Lowland styles. The distillery sources water from an ancient aquifer 147 meters beneath the site and utilizes both peated and unpeated malt, allowing for a diverse range of whisky expressions. Under the guidance of distillery manager Jamie Lockhart and master blender Jill Boyd, the team is developing a variety of releases, including the flagship single malt and limited editions.