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Gin Bothy to open whisky distillery
Scottish spirits producer Gin Bothy has revealed details about its plans to build a whisky distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus.
The site was previously a sporting estate and is now owned by Forestry and Land Scotland. It once formed part of a whisky smuggling route in the 19th century.
Gin Bothy was founded by Kim Cameron and gained ‘significant’ investment from Neace Ventures and Dark Blue Property Holdings last year.
The brand plans to open the visitor centre in July, with whisky production to begin in August. It aims to produce 300 casks in its first year.
Cameron said: “This is an exciting milestone for Bothy Trading as we take our passion for Scottish spirits and local produce into whisky production. The history of the site, once part of an old whisky smuggling route, makes this project even more special.
“Working with Organic Architects, we are committed to revitalising this incredible location with care and purpose to create a distillery that honours the past, brings legal distilling to the area, and supports the future of our rural community.”
The new distillery will be designed by sustainability specialists Organic Architects, and will repurpose a steading that was previously used for storage and garages.
Alterations to the existing structure will be made only where necessary, with the ‘understated look’ of the building preserved.
The site will run on hydroelectricity and use sustainable waste removal processes.
Bari Reid, director at Organic Architects, said: “It has been great to work with Gin Bothy on this unique project, bringing new life to a historic site and learning more about the fascinating history of whisky smuggling in the area.
“Our approach focuses on preserving the character of the original building, ensuring the distillery seamlessly blends into its mountainous surroundings.
“We aimed to create a space that not only produces exceptional whisky for Gin Bothy’s first venture into Scotch but also nestles into the local landscape and community.”
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