Casks and Coopers

Information

Discover the ancient craft of whisky barrel making with Balvenie Coopering Ambassador and former head-cooper Ian McDonald. Ian will guide you around our traditional Cooperage and show you a coopers workplace and the necessary tools to look after our numerous whisky casks every day. This experience will take place in the Cooperage on the Dufftown site.

The Cooperage will not be operational, which allows us to access and get close to different equipment in a safe and secure manner.

Please meet at the Balvenie Distillery Visitor Centre.

Refund Policy: Request must be received 48 hours before event.
Getting here: Public service transport is available to Dufftown via Stagecoach bus 36 Please check the Stagecoach website for timing and details.
Taxis are recommended to be booked in advance. Designated drivers can notify us beforehand or on the day to receive complimentary driver packs.

Our Distillery Map helps you get a sense of the Speyside region when planning your visit.