Scotch whisky is distilled from water, cereals and yeast. It must be matured for three years or more before bottling, and bottled at 40% or more alcohol by volume. There are five single malt producing regions, namely Campbeltown, Highland, Islay, Lowland and Speyside.[1]
Currently operating distilleries
As of June 2025, there are 152 whisky distilleries operating in Scotland.[2]
Malt whisky distilleries
Note: The Scotch Whisky Association considers the Island region as part of the Highlands region.
Grain whisky distilleries
Closed distilleries
Former malt distilleries
Former grain distilleries
See also
Bibliography
External links
References
- Scotch Whisky FAQs Scotch Whisky Association, retrieved 27 October 2025^
- Facts & Figures The Scotch Whisky Association, retrieved 7 April 2026^