History

• John Morrison, of Morrison & Mason, who was researching Glasgow's whisky history. During investigations into the Pumphouse's history, we found that our ancestor John Morrison helped build Queen’s Dock in 1863. A generation later, the family continued developing the Clyde docks, and in 2017 The Clydeside Distillery became a reality.
• A warm Glasgow welcome and a family history that binds the Queen of the Dock and the River Clyde to the whisky makers of today.

Production / Manufacturing

• 100% of our water comes from Loch Katrine, located in the West Highlands, and the water is transported about 40 miles to Glasgow for distillation.
• We are described as a distillery that crafts entirely new-make spirit using traditional methods and timeless skills, with a view of the Clyde River from our Still House.
• Dockside Story presents Glasgow and the whisky industry through moving images and animation in a self-guided exhibition that accompanies guided tours through the distillery.
• Our products include several malt whiskies: Napier (Lowland, 46% ABV, matured over 6 years in Oloroso sherry casks), Stobcross (Lowland, 46% ABV) and Fortnight (Peated, 46% ABV, natural colour, non-chill-filtered) with descriptions of flavor and character.

Whisky Series / Products

• Fortnight – Peated Whisky, 46% ABV, natural colour, non-chill-filtered. Nose: Mild smoke, stone fruits and vanilla. Palate: Light citrus and heather honey. Finish: Warm spices and smoke.
• Napier – Lowland malt, darkened in Oloroso sherry cask, 46% ABV. A characterful Lowland malt, matured in sherry cask.
• Stobcross – Lowland single malt, 46% ABV. A Lowland malt that showcases the distillery's mash of malt and water.

Visit / Experiences

• The Clydeside Tour (Distillery Tour) – £19.50 per person, 1 hour. Explore Dockside Story and the distillery, ending with a small tasting of three drams.
• Distillery Manager Tour – £175 per person, 2 hours. An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour led by Distillery Manager Alistair McDonald with personally selected premium single malts for tasting and gifts. Available April–October on Thursdays at 2:00 PM.
• Whisky Creator Tour – £90 per person, 1 hour 30 minutes. After the tour, hands-on in the VIP Blender's Room: taste four different cask samples from our stock and create your own blend, which becomes a 200 ml bottle to take home.
• Chocolate Whisky Tour – £39 per person, 1 hour 20 minutes. Five single malts paired with handmade chocolate from Sugarsnap (Glasgow).
• Private/sole arrangements and Exclusive use for private events; group and event packages with selected tastings and experiences, including Dockside Story and tours.
• The Whisky Bar offers flights and drams from our range as well as other Scottish single malts; the bar also offers wines, beers and light bites.
• Fill Your Own Clydeside Single Malt in our Whisky Shop: a bottle from selected casks, with a personalized label and cask strength. Price about £69.
• Online shop and physical stores offer individual flasks and gift cards, including our ability to provide personalized labels and prepaid options.

Philosophy

• The Clydeside Distillery markets itself as Glasgow's first dedicated single malt distillery in 100 years, focused on time-honored craft and a warm, friendly welcome.
• We emphasize openness, storytelling, and a passion for whisky, with our team on hand with knowledge throughout the visit.
• Our water from Loch Katrine and our historical connection to the River Clyde and its docks underpin our production philosophy and distillation process.