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Explore Loch
Lomond Group's newly opened Luss
Distillery on the west bank of Loch
Lomond.
Luss Distillery which was granted
planning permission in February this
year by Argyll and Bute Council and Luss
Estates has officially opened its doors,
welcoming whisky and gin enthusiasts to
a brand-new experience by the Loch
Lomond Group.
Situated on the west banks of Loch
Lomond in the picturesque village of
Luss, the 5,362 sq.m site has been
transformed from the historic Luss
smokehouse and surrounding land on
Church Road into a modern destination
celebrating Scotland's rich distilling
heritage. The development features four
distinct spaces: a retail area, an
interactive whisky and gin discovery
zone, the Ben Lomond Gin distillery, and
an inviting café.
This new, state-of-the-art facility
serves as the flagship home for Loch
Lomond Group's award-winning Loch Lomond
Whiskies, while also housing production
for its popular premium gin, Ben Lomond.
Visitors will also find an extensive
retail selection showcasing the
company’s full range, including Glen
Scotia, Littlemill, champagne, and other
spirits.
Designed to attract thousands of
visitors each year, Luss Distillery
offers guided tours, immersive tasting
experiences, and a premium food and
drink offering that highlights the best
of Scottish craftsmanship.
Colin Matthews, Founder and CEO of Loch
Lomond Group and council member of the
Scotch Whisky Association, said: "The
opening of our new state-of-the-art Luss
Distillery marks a major milestone for
Loch Lomond Group. This investment
reflects our commitment to innovation,
quality, and growth in Scotland’s
spirits industry, while also creating
new jobs and supporting the local
community.
"Luss Distillery is our new brand home
and a destination where visitors can
step behind the scenes, see how our
whiskies and gin are crafted with
passion, and taste our expressions that
have earned many international awards
and acclaim.
"Every detail has been designed to
celebrate the character of our spirits
and the stunning landscape that inspires
them, and we look forward to welcoming
our first visitors this week."
The distillery’s design, led by Paul
Hodgkiss Designs, was created to evoke a
calming sense of connection with nature.
Using natural materials and framing
sweeping views of Loch Lomond, the space
blends craftsmanship with the
surrounding beauty. A distinctive beacon
motif, inspired by nearby Ben
Lomond—historically known as the "Beacon
Mountain"—runs throughout the design.
Paul Hodgkiss, the project’s Interior
Designer, said: "Designing Luss
Distillery was a unique opportunity to
celebrate the heritage and innovation of
Loch Lomond Group’s celebrated brands.
"We wanted the design to feel rooted in
its surroundings while welcoming
visitors into a peaceful, contemporary
space. A defining feature is the series
of distinctive diamond windows, inspired
by Ben Lomond Gin. These not only create
a strong visual identity but also flood
the interiors with natural light,
opening up dramatic views of the
surrounding landscape.
"The result is a distillery that
reflects the character of the spirits
while connecting visitors to the beauty
of Loch Lomond itself."
Luss Distillery is open daily from 10am
to 5pm.
You will find the current Loch Lomond whisky portfolio including
Loch Lomond, Glen Scotia, Littlemill and
more available from specialist online whisky
shops such as
The Whisky Exchange
and
Master of Malt
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