Welcome to Moray Speyside, Scotland’s culinary paradise

Nestled in the north-east of Scotland, this enchanting region boasts a wealth of high-quality culinary delights and a vibrant tapestry of flavours.

From world-famous Whiskies to fresh seafood sourced from the Moray Firth, the region offers a diverse range of delectable experiences. With the ‘Taste of Moray Speyside’ food and drink trail you can now embark on your very own culinary adventure through the captivating landscapes of Moray Speyside.

Immerse yourself in the rich flavours that define Moray Speyside, as you meet passionate producers, sample exquisite beverages, and indulge in culinary creations that showcase the region’s diverse offerings.

Trail Stats:

180 Miles

91 Food & Drink Businesses

29 Towns &
Villages

1 Great Region

Right to Roam

Rothes Golf Club Blackhall Rothes AB38 7AN

Breakfast
Coffee
Home Baking

Right to Roam at Rothes Golf Club is the home of the famous cinnamon buttery. Everyone is welcome, the golf club surrounds are swimming in great views, great walks and gravel trails, car people will find easy parking and of course lovers of golf can fill their boots before their bellies. The menu will be a based around the sourdough we make (kimchee toasties and more), South African sausage rolls, soups, cinnamon butteries, cakes and coffee from Cairngorm Coffee Co.

Opening Hours

Wednesday to Thursday – 9:30am – 2:30pm

Buckpool Golf Club

Buckpool Golf Club, Barhill Road, Buckie, Moray, AB56 1DU

Traditional Dining

Buckpool Golf Club is a welcoming and friendly club where it will be our pleasure to host your golf; be it as an individual, group or society. Full changing facilities including toilets, showers, and safe storage are available. Before, during and after a game of golf, the club can cater for your every need. Our well-stocked bar and caterer can rustle up anything from a quick coffee & sandwich to a three-course meal.

Opening Hours

Monday to Thursday – 8am – 10pm
Friday – 8am – 11pm
Saturday to Sunday – 11am – 11pm

The Mashie Niblick

Hopeman Golf Club, Lodge Road, Hopeman, Elgin IV30 5YA

Breakfast
Cullen Skink
Traditional Dining

The Mashie Niblick at Hopeman Golf Club offers a warm welcome, whether before or after your round, or even if you are passing and feeling a bit peckish. Katy and her team are on hand to prepare freshly cooked homemade food for you, from her much loved Cullen Skink to a Brunch Burger! There is something for everyone. The specials board changes frequently, so keep a look out for updates,  Sunday roasts every Sunday . There is a full bar menu, a pensioners menu and a junior menu. The Mashie Niblick caters for parties and outings and has a full range of buffet options.

Opening Hours

Breakfast available from 10am

Sun – Thu Bar 11am – 8pm
Fri – Bar 11am – 9pm (excluding quiz night)
Sat – Bar 11am – 8pm

Moray Golf Club

Moray Golf Club, Stotfield Road, Lossiemouth, IV31 6QS

Home Baking
Traditional Dining

After your round at Moray Golf Club why not enjoy a dram of our very own clubhouse malt in convivial surroundings? Members of the public are welcome to enjoy a freshly cooked meal and you can even take a bottle of our 15 year old Speyside Malt home to remind you of your visit to Moray Golf Club.

Opening Hours

Sunday – Thursday 10am – 11pm
Friday & Saturday 10am – 12.30am

The Hardhillock Bar and Bistro

The Hardhillock Bar & Bistro at Elgin Golf Club, Birnie Road, Elgin, IV30 8SX

Craft Beer
Home Baking
Traditional Dining

The Hardhillock Bar and Bistro at Elgin Golf Club is a traditional style Bar and Bistro offering a warm family feeling and a great menu.  

Opening Hours

Mon to Thurs – 10am – 9pm
Fri to Sat – 10am – 12am
Sun – 10am – 5:30pm

The Muiry Bar

The Muiry Bar Forres Golf Club Edgehill Road Forres IV36 2RD

Craft Beer
Traditional Dining

The Muiry Bar, Restaurant and Venue is open to all, offering a friendly atmosphere and great menu.

The Muiry offers great views across Forres Golf Club towards the Muiryshade Woods and Califer Viewpoint.

Opening Hours

Monday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tomintoul Distillery

Tomintoul, Ballindalloch AB37 9AQ

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Tomintoul scotch whisky Distillery is situated high up in the Speyside national park in Tomintoul and is surrounded by some great scenery. Tomintoul Distillery was built in 1964. This distillery uses traditional techniques that stretch back hundreds of years, to make their award-winning single malt, “the gentle dram”. The natural environment, fresh air and pure water all add to their uniquely smooth and mellow spirit.

Opening Hours

Monday to Thursday – 9am – 5pm
Friday – 9am – 12pm

Glenfarclas Distillery

Glenfarclas Distillery, Ballindalloch AB37 9BD

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

The Glenfarclas distillery is a family business and has been since 1865. The distillery is situated in Ballindalloch, Moray. Glenfarclas distillery was established in 1836 by Robert Hay when he purchased a license to run a distillery on his farm, The distillery was later bought over by the Grants in 1865. The distillery visitor centre was awarded the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2024.

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday – 10am – 5pm
Saturday – 10am – 4pm

Speyburn Distillery

Speyburn Distillery North St Rothes Aberlour AB38 7AG

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Distilled since 1897 in the world-renowned Speyside region of Scotland, Speyburn distillery embodies the generations of commitment, experience and tradition that go into producing award-winning single malt scotch whisky. Embark on a journey of discovery and experience the heart of Speyburn with our exclusive behind-the-scenes distillery tour and tasting. Our tour guides will take you on an immersive adventure through the ages of dedication, expertise, and tradition that culminate in the creation of our award-winning single malt whisky. Conclude your tour with a visit to our warehouse to learn about the maturation process and experience a tantalizing tasting of our Speyburn range.

Opening Hours

Tues to Sat – 10am – 4pm

Glen Grant Distillery

The Glen Grant Distillery, Rothes, Aberlour Scotland, AB38 7BS, United Kingdom

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Located in the charming village of Rothes in Speyside, The Glen Grant distillery, with its beautiful Garden of Splendours, invites you on a remarkable journey of discovery.
Today, the thriving garden at the heart of the distillery’s grounds is a living embodiment of The Glen Grant’s pioneering heritage. 
The desire to go further, follow an unconventional approach and be inspired by the splendour of nature lives in everything we do, as we craft our rare and distinctive whisky.

Opening Hours

Currently closed for renovations

Glenfiddich Distillery

The Glenfiddich Distillery Dufftown Moray AB55 4DH

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

The Glenfiddich Distillery based in Dufftown; Moray has been producing malt whiskey since 1887. William Grant is the founder of the distillery with it being built in 1886. Today, Glenfiddich remains the world’s best-selling single malt with sales in excess of a million cases a year.

Opening Hours

Mon – 9:30am-3:30pm
Tues – 9:30am-3:30pm
Weds – 9:30am-3:30pm
Thurs – 9:30am-3:30pm
Fri – 9:30am-3:30pm
Sat – 9:30am-3:30pm
Sun – 9:30am-3:30pm

Dunphail Distillery

Wester Greens Dunphail, Forres Moray, IV36 2QR

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Enjoy a warm welcome at the Dunphail Distillery visitor centre, where we offer a wide selection of fine whiskies, official merchandise and gifts. Our exclusive distillery hand-fill is available for visitors wanting to bottle their own whisky straight from the cask.  Refreshments are also offered, featuring a range of whisky and beers, plus cold and hot drinks.

Opening Hours

TUESDAY – SATURDAY

10:00 – 17:00

Benriach Distillery

Benriach Distillery Elgin IV30 8SJ

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

A Speyside single malt as intriguing as Benriach doesn’t come to bear without a unique whisky making heritage. In 1898 our founder John Duff chose to open his new distillery on the site of the old Riach Farm. Ruggedly beautiful, the Benriach Distillery draws its water from the mineral-rich aquifer deep beneath the grounds. Benriach is a hidden Speyside gem distilling in three distinct styles – classic unpeated, Highland peated and triple distilled – and crafting layers of diverse flavour with our eclectic range of cask types from around the world. To discover and enjoy Benriach come and visit us at our home in Speyside.

Balvenie Distillery

Balvenie Distillery Dufftown Keith AB55 4BB

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Balvenie Distillery is nestled amid rolling hills and meandering rivers, adorned with fields of golden barley swayed beneath the caress of the sun. Speyside is a tranquil and charming region that whispers tales of whisky artistry. You will learn even more, during the tour, when you meet and interact with the Makers of our fine Single Malts. After the Distillery Tour you will take part in an intimate group tasting with a selection of Whiskies from the Distillery.

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday 9.30am – 5pm

Aberlour Distillery

Aberlour Distillery, Aberlour AB38 9PJ

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Aberlour Distillery External
Aberlour whisky bottles lined up
Aberlour Distillery External

James Fleming founded Aberlour Distillery 1879, choosing a location that not only provided a sure supply of pure spring water that flowed over the pink granite of Ben Rinnes, but also a place rooted in ancient times and noted for its magical relationship with water. Steeped in centuries of legend and surrounded by the dramatic Highland scenery of Ben Rinnes, the village of Aberlour lies at the very heart of Speyside, where the Lour burn joins the River Spey. **THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO TOURS OF THE DISTILLERY** – WE ARE HOWEVER OFFERING WHISKY TASTING EXPERIENCES.

Opening Hours

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM 10:00AM UNTIL 5.30PM FROM MARCH 25TH UNTIL OCTOBER 26TH 2024.

Betty’s

48A HIGH STREET IV30 1BU ELGIN

Cocktails or Mocktails
Gin
Vodka
Whisky Bar

Discover Bettys, a standout gem on the Taste of Moray Speyside food and drink trail. This chic cocktail bar in Elgin offers expertly crafted drinks and a vibrant atmosphere. From timeless classics to bold creations, Bettys has something for every cocktail enthusiast. Perfect for a night out with friends or a special date, Bettys promises an unforgettable experience. Add it to your itinerary and elevate your cocktail game on the Taste of Moray Speyside trail.

Opening Hours

Friday: 5pm – Midnight
Saturday: 5pm – Midnight

Lethan Croft Kitchen

Lethan Croft Kitchen Lethan Croft Brodieshill Forres IV36 2QU

Home Baking
Luxury Dining
Street Food
Traditional Dining
Whisky Experience
Lethan Farm Chicken

We provide bespoke catering for small groups and parties up to 100 guests. We specialise in wood-fired cooking, food and drink pairings, food events, and run a monthly dining club in Forres. Whether you’re staying in the area on holiday or hosting a private dinner, we deliver ready-to-heat meals or serve private dinners at your location. We offer unique dining experiences on our Croft, for 6-8 guests overlooking the Findhorn & Moray Firth.

Ice Cream Cabin

8 March Road East Buckie AB56 4BY

Café
Ice Cream
Patisserie or Bakery

New ice cream parlour in the heart of Buckie, serving the highest quality handmade ice cream, thickshakes, sundaes and confectionary. With the north’s largest selection of Pick n Mix sweets, slushies and delicious desserts to choose from, there will always be something to treat yourself and family.

Opening Hours

Open 7 days
Weekdays: Midday to 8pm
Weekends: Midday to 9pm
(extended hours throughout summer)

Byres Farm

Spey Bay, IV32 7PH

Working Farm

Nestled on the banks of the River Spey, Byres Farm invites you to experience the magic of a real working farm up close, but in a safe environment.  Our unique facility is designed to provide children and the public with an authentic glimpse into the inner workings of a busy farm. It’s more than just a visit – it’s a beautiful on farm venue providing an opportunity to connect with the land, learn about food production, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Scottish farming traditions.

The Mash Tun

8 Broomfield Square Aberlour AB38 9QP

Breakfast
Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Craft Beer
Gin
Luxury Dining
Traditional Dining
Vodka
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience

The Mash Tun, originally constructed in 1896 and known for its unique maritime-inspired architecture, has been meticulously refurbished. This revamp honours its storied past while providing guests with modern comfort and sophistication. The inn’s charming whisky-themed rooms, each named after local distilleries, offer spectacular views of the River Spey and the lush Speyside landscape. Adding to the allure, The Mash Tun features a specialised whisky and cigar shop, offering a curated selection of premium whiskies and fine cigars, it also houses the largest collection of Glenfarclas Whisky in the world!

Opening Hours

Monday – Wednesday: 11am – 10pm
Thursday – Saturday: 11am – 11pm
Sunday 12pm – 9pm

Foggies Bar

Bishopmill Elgin IV30 5NA

Café
Cocktails or Mocktails
Craft Beer
Gin
Vodka

We’re a community bar in the heart of Bishopmill, Elgin. We have a large 220 person venue with two bars. We have 5 screens throughout the bar and cover all major sporting events using Sky Sports, BT Sports, Viaplay, TNT Sports and Amazon sports. We regularly host live music, open mic nights and theme nights throughout the year. We have two competition pool tables, a large cocktail menu available all year, fresh barista coffee everyday, and a large beer garden to the rear of our venue. We’ll be adding a second beer garden to the front of the property in spring 2024. We have a Heineken smart dispense system installed in our cellar which keeps our draught beer at a constant 3°!

Opening Hours

Monday – Thursday: 2pm – 11pm
Saturday – Sunday: 12pm – 12am

The Cocktail Joint

13 Lossie Wynd Elgin IV30 1PU

Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Gin
Vodka
Whisky Bar

The Cocktail Joint is a hidden Speakeasy / Apothecary bar in the heart of Elgin’s Town Centre, with a mission to deliver a unique selection of hand crafted drinks, as well as exceptional service. Ranging from exciting creative cocktails to local craft beers, gins, whiskies, coffee and other beverages. We believe in creating the best cocktail experience with our story telling cocktails, crafted using fresh local suppliers as well as many homemade ingredients. From classics to signatures you won’t find anywhere else..

Opening Hours

Wednesday/Thursday: 11am to 3pm
Friday: 5pm to 10.30pm
Saturday: 3pm to 11pm

The Deli Next Door

158 High Street Elgin IV30 1BD

Café
Coffee
Craft Beer
Gin
Shop or Deli
Shortbread
Vodka
Whisky Shop

We opened our doors in 2022 to provide freshly made sandwiches, soups, salad boxes to a local lunch market as well as keeping a well stocked cheese counter, craft beers, wines and Scottish spirits.

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 4pm

Scribbles

152-154 High Street Elgin IV30 1BD

Breakfast
Café
Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Gin
Home Baking
Ice Cream
Street Food
Vodka

A family owned restaurant serving breakfast, handmade cakes, lunch and a full menu including pizza, pasta, calzone, ice cream sundaes and cocktails!

Opening Hours

Sunday to Saturday: 10am to 9pm

The Bonnie Beastie

THE BONNIE BEASTIE TOLBOOTH STREET FORRES IV36 1PH

Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Home Baking
Traditional Dining
Whisky Bar

A gorgeous little “Gastro Pub” in the heart of Forres, serving pub classics done extremely well. A beautiful setting and live music every weekend.

Opening Hours

OPEN WED – SUN FROM 12 NOON – LATE

The Deli

The Deli 5 Southfield Drive ELGIN IV30 6GR

Breakfast
Café
Coffee
Home Baking
Ice Cream
Juice or Smoothies
Shop or Deli

The Deli meals are made to order from fresh with locally sourced produce and is served by our friendly staff.  Our menu changes to include seasonal specialities, but we always have vegan, gluten free options.  We have menu items for children and are very happy to offer highchairs and bottle heating. Our café has full mobility access and welcomes assistance dogs.  We offer free WiFi and accessible toilets.

Opening Hours

Monday – Saturday 9am – 4pm
Sunday 10am – 3pm

The Drouthy Cobbler

48A High Street IV30 1BU Elgin

Cocktails or Mocktails
Craft Beer
Luxury Dining
Seafood
Traditional Dining

Laid-back tavern serving seasonal comfort grub, speciality cocktails & coffee in a cozy setting.

Opening Hours

7 Days A Week – 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Lower Mill of Tynet Farm

Lower Mill of Tynet Buckie AB56 5HJ

Breakfast
Coffee
Home Baking
Shop or Deli
Working Farm

Lower Mill of Tynet is a family farm and shop on the stunning Moray coastline near Spey Bay. It is run by husband and wife team Gordon (Farmer G) and June Whiteford and their 3 children. It is a certified organic mixed farm with dairy cows following a calf-at-foot system, an arable enterprise growing a range of crops including wheat and field peas and producing award-winning brown and white free range and organic eggs.

Opening Hours

Farm Shop: Open 24hrs a day 7 days a week

Fountain Juice Bar

44 Queen Street Lossiemouth IV31 6PN

Café
Coffee

Fresh food, bold flavours! We serve up Buddha Boxes, Salads, Wraps, Smoothies & more that are so delicious you’ll forget it’s healthy! We’re proudly offering plenty of Vegan & “Free From” meals as well as refreshing homemade lemonade, iced lattes, and bubble tea.

Opening Hours

Tuesday – Saturday: 9am – 3pm

Glen Moray Distillery

Bruceland Road Elgin IV30 1YE

Breakfast
Café
Coffee
Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Glen Moray is a small authentic working distillery with bags of atmosphere and real people going about their business – making whisky. We offer a range of distillery tours and whisky tastings, from introductory to in-depth. Our Visitor Centre also includes our coffee shop serving light lunches and soups, delicious cakes and locally roasted coffee. Homemade seasonal specials throughout the year and dogs are welcome in our outside seating area.

Opening Hours

Visitor Centre: 09:00 – 17:00
Monday – Saturday (May – September)
Monday – Friday (October – April)
Coffee Shop:
Monday – Friday

The Glenlivet Distillery

Glenlivet Ballindalloch AB37 9DB

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

The Glenlivet Distillery sits in a wild and remote glen with its history laced with drama and intrigue. It’s a tale of grit and graft – of seeing off smugglers, excisemen and copycats – of knowing the importance of home and putting it on the map. This is the single malt that started it all.

Opening Hours

7th March – 1st April / Tuesday-Saturday / 10am-5pm
4th April – 30th April / Tuesday-Sunday / 10am-5pm
1st May – 31st August / Monday – Sunday / 10am-5pm
1st September – 31st October / Tuesday – Saturday / 10am-5pm
1st November – 23rd December / Tuesday-Saturday / 10am-4pm
24th December – 31st December / Closed

Thorabella Farm

Dallas IV36 2RZ

Shop or Deli
Working Farm

We are Thorabella Farm and we sell products solely produced on our family run farm. Water Buffalo, Highland and Pork can all be found in our Produce Shack located at the bottom of our drive as well as honey from our bees and eggs from our chickens. We have recently completed our strawbale holiday cabins so you can enjoy our beautiful scenery surrounded by all our eclectic animals including kune kune pigs, pygmy goats, chickens, ducks and even wallabies- for a stunning getaway.

Cragganmore Distillery

Ballindalloch AB37 9AB

Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Cragganmore takes its rock face of a name from the mountain in whose shadow its distillery sits. And this is a whisky with many high approaches and hidden valleys of flavour. Known as the most complex aroma on Speyside, it must also be one of the most delightful because the distillery can’t keep up with demand. From its beautiful Spey Valley location to its unique flat top stills, Cragganmore Distillery is well worth a visit. Book your tour online today to start planning your visit.

Opening Hours

April – October:
Monday – Sunday 10am – 5pm

Cardhu Distillery

Knockando Aberlour AB38 7RY

Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Distillery
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop

Discover the warm-hearted spirit of the Speyside home where premium whisky is created, evoking ripe orchard fruit, fresh grass, and mellow cereal. Come experience the warmest of welcomes, the heartfelt embrace of Cardhu. Cardhu Distillery was successfully run by two generations of pioneering women. Helen and Elizabeth Cumming were treasured for their determination, skill, generosity, and loyalty to the community, forever defining Cardhu as a whisky with heart. Book your distillery tour online today or visit the bar, The Tasting Kitchen, to enjoy cocktails, drams, coffees and sharing platters.

Opening Hours

January – February:
Thursday – Monday: 10am – 4pm
March – December:
Monday – Sunday: 10am – 5pm

FEAST @ Tulchan

Tulchan Sporting Estates Schoolhouse, Advie Nr Grantown on Spey PH26 3LP

Café
Gin
Luxury Dining
Traditional Dining

Fabulous food, focusing on using estate produce, be that from the wild, the farm or the garden, to create simple seasonal menus and serve them in a laid-back outdoor, under canvas, setting overlooking the beautiful Tulchan estate. To book email feast@tulchan.com or call 07765077435

Opening Hours

Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings from 6pm
Sunday lunch from 12 noon

The Bothy Bistro & Bar

16 Grant Street Burghead IV30 5UE

Breakfast
Café
Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Craft Beer
Cullen Skink
Gin
Home Baking
Luxury Dining
Seafood
Street Food
Traditional Dining

The Bothy has been a firm favourite with the Moray foodies for many years and is now in the Good Food Guide. Whether you’re looking for seafood, pizza or just a craft beer or glass of wine, The Bothy is well worth a visit! The team at The Bothy also run Bootleggers Bar & Grill in Hopeman which is only two miles down the Moray Coastal Trail – great when making a day of it!

Opening Hours

Thursday to Sunday from 9am

Bootleggers Bar & Grill

West Beach Hopeman IV30 5RU

Breakfast
Café
Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Craft Beer
Gin
Home Baking
Luxury Dining
Seafood
Street Food
Traditional Dining

Bootleggers Bar & Grill overlooks the magnificent Moray Coast and serves some of the best local produce in a relaxed, family friendly, environment.   The concept at Bootleggers is that food should be admired, tasted and shared so we recommend ordering several different dishes and sharing – like you would at a family dinner.   Bootleggers is in a prime position for dolphin spotting and the frozen margaritas are a must!

Opening Hours

Thursday to Sunday from noon.
Extended opening during the school holidays.

Cullen Bay Hotel

Cullen Buckie AB56 4XA

Cocktails or Mocktails
Coffee
Craft Beer
Cullen Skink
Seafood
Traditional Dining
Whisky Bar
Plate of Food
Hotel Bay Window
Double Bedroom

Welcome to the Cullen Bay Hotel, where coastal bliss meets culinary delights. Indulge in locally sourced produce, savouring the region’s flavours from land and sea. With sea views, spot dolphins in the bay and, in winter, be captivated by the dancing Northern Lights. Our idyllic wedding venue offers a picturesque backdrop for unforgettable moments. Embrace the coastal charm and culinary wonders at Cullen Bay Hotel, where nature’s beauty takes center stage.

Opening Hours

Open 7 days a week
Lunch 12 noon – 2pm
Dinner 5pm – 8.30pm

The Macallan Estate

Easter Elchies Craigellachie AB38 9RX

Cocktails or Mocktails
Distillery
Luxury Dining
Whisky Bar
Whisky Experience
Whisky Shop
Macallan bottle next to a glass
A Lady pours Macallan into a glass
a plate of fine food

The Macallan Estate offers a range of experiences providing an immersive insight into Scotland’s most iconic whisky, including fine dining and whisky tastings. Enjoy exquisite dining at Elchies Brasserie which serves Scottish produce inspired by our iconic Speyside setting. Savour your favourite Macallan whisky, or try a new expression, cocktail or mocktail, at The Macallan Bar. Here you will be surrounded by stunning views and be able to choose from the widest selection of The Macallan available anywhere in the world. All visits are by advance appointment, ensuring personal service and exceptional delivery to every guest.

Opening Hours

Thursday to Sunday, by appointment only

Maverston Golf Course

Garmouth Road Urquhart IV30 8LR

Breakfast
Café
Coffee
Home Baking

Maverston Golf Course is located in a tranquil countryside setting on cycle route 1. Our clubhouse offers both indoor and outdoor dining with fantastic views. We are open to both golfers & non-golfers for breakfast, coffee & cake or full lunch.

Opening Hours

8am – 4pm (7 days a week)

The Spey Larder

98 High Street Aberlour AB38 9QA

Coffee
Shop or Deli
Shortbread

Delicatessen shop with a wide range of Scottish and Continental cheeses, charcuterie, and specialist ingredients. A range of food gifts, table linens, fine wines, local gins and whisky.

Opening Hours

Monday – Saturday: 9am – 5pm

Craigellachie Hotel

Victoria Street Craigellachie AB38 9SR

Coffee
Craft Beer
Gin
Ice Cream
Luxury Dining
Shortbread
Traditional Dining
Whisky Bar

The home of Copper Dog Whisky, the Spey Inn serves amazing food and drink in a friendly atmosphere. We only use locally sourced ingredients, expertly prepared by our passionate team.

Opening Hours

12 non -11.30 pm
7 days a week

The Patch

Highlander Park Craigellachie, AB38 9SR

Café
Coffee

Stop by for high quality Barista coffee, cake, cold drinks and savoury bites. Located right next to the Speyside Way and the kids play park.

Opening Hours

Core hours: Thurs-Sun 10-3pm

Craigellachie Lodge

Craigellachie Lodge Edward Avenue Craigellachie AB38 9ST

Breakfast
Luxury Dining
Traditional Dining
Whisky Bar

Luxury small hotel serving good quality local produce in our on-site restaurant, fully licensed bar, or outside on our terrace. Vast range of whiskies available in our bar. Non-residents welcome. Booking essential.

Opening Hours

Food: Mon-Sat 5-8pm
Bar: Mon-Sun 3pm-late

Hotel 1881

The Square Archiestown AB38 7QL

Luxury Dining
Seafood
Whisky Bar

We are a small, family run (and operated) group of boutique hotels in Speyside that offer stylish accommodation at the very heart of the Malt Whisky Trail, warm and friendly service, a quality drinks and food offering and the opportunity for an experience that you will remember long after you have left us.

Opening Hours

Lunch: 12 noon – 2pm
Archies Bar: 5pm – 9pm
8-course sample menu: 6pm – 8pm
Tuesday – Saturday

Dowans Hotel

Dowans Road Aberlour AB38 9LS

Luxury Dining
Seafood
Whisky Bar

We are a small, family run (and operated) group of boutique hotels in Speyside that offer stylish accommodation at the very heart of the Malt Whisky Trail, warm and friendly service, a quality drinks and food offering and the opportunity for an experience that you will remember long after you have left us.

Opening Hours

Lunch: 12 noon – 2pm
Afternoon tea: 1pm – 4pm
Dinner: 5pm – 9pm Daily

Bakehouse Market

The Bakehouse Findhorn IV36 3YG

Coffee
Cullen Skink
Home Baking
Patisserie or Bakery
Shop or Deli
Shortbread

Local food market with instore organic bakery, fresh food kitchen, fresh produce, pizza selection of artisan local/organic foods and good coffee. Limited O/S seating.

Opening Hours

Sunday – Thursday: 10am – 4pm
Friday – Saturday: 10am – 7pm

Spey Valley Brewery

Malcolmburn Mulben Keith AB55 6YH

Brewery
Craft Beer
Gin
Shop or Deli

Spey Valley Brewery is Morays original microbrewery brewery. Brewing classic and contemporary beers in the heart of Scotch Whisky Country. Working in collaboration with local distillers, we also produce a range of innovative barrel aged beers, spirits and liqueurs made with local botanicals and Speyside water.

Opening Hours

10am – 4pm daily

Clockhouse Restaurant

The Square Tomintoul AB37 9ET

Café
Coffee
Craft Beer
Home Baking
Luxury Dining
Patisserie or Bakery
Seafood
Shortbread
Traditional Dining

Our chef-driven menu highlights the best of Scotland’s seasonal ingredients in handcrafted dishes, served directly from our kitchen. Enhance your dining with our wine selection or a wee Dram, and save room for our delectable desserts. We provide contemporary, family-friendly Scottish cuisine made with locally sourced Poultry, Beef, Lamb, and Game, as well as fresh Seafood from the Moray Firth and foraged Wild Mushrooms, herbs, and berries from the Glenlivet Estate.

Opening Hours

April to November
11.00am. till 9.00pm.

Benromach Distillery

Benromach Distillery Invererne Road Forres IV36 3EB

Distillery
Gin
Whisky Experience

Experience firsthand how we make our Single Malt Scotch Whisky by joining us on a tour through our traditional distillery. Delve into our history and heritage and let your experienced host immerse you in our handcrafted methods of whisky production.

Opening Hours

Tours bookable online.

Oakwood Cookery School

The Oakwood Forres Road Elgin IV30 8UN

Cookery Class

We offer various themes of recreational cookery classes, using local ingredients & local chefs. Along with adult classes, we offer kids & teens classes, corporate & team building classes. Our classes tend to last 3 hours with hands on and demonstrations.

Opening Hours

Classes bookable online.

Sidings Café

Dufftown Railway Station Dufftown AB55 4BB

Breakfast
Café
Coffee
Home Baking
Ice Cream

The Sidings is a unique Café within two former railway carriages at Dufftown Station. Conveniently situated between Glenfiddich and the Balvenie distilleries, ample parking, wheelchair accessible.

Opening Hours

Tuesday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm
March – October

The Dram Queen

Alton Carron Aberlour AB38 7QT

Whisky Experience

The Dram Queen, Ann Miller, offers inspiring, entertaining, and independent Scotch whisky experiences, sharing her passion, knowledge and behind the scenes expertise. An industry expert, Ann aims to demystify any jargon and enhance your appreciation of all aspects of Scotch whisky. Bespoke experiences, from a range of fascinating topics, including tasting tutorials, are always tailored to each client’s interests and take place in Ann’s Dram Room, or wherever is convenient.

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday: 10am – 6pm
By appointment only

Lagmore Cafe

Ballindalloch Castle Golf Course by Ballindalloch Distillery Ballindalloch AB37 9AA

Café
Coffee
Home Baking
Patisserie or Bakery
Traditional Dining

Lagmore Café in Ballindalloch Castle Golf Course’s Clubhouse is run by Gemma Duncan and her team and welcomes all visitors, local residents and golfers. Homemade cakes, soups and sandwiches, grazing platters, teas, coffees and soft drinks are served in a beautiful setting. A perfect culinary stop on the banks of the Avon River, among 150-year-old trees and with marvellous views of the surrounding purple heather-clad hills and native birch woods.

Opening Hours

Sunday – Friday
(Closed Saturday)
10.00am – 4.00pm

Ballindalloch Castle Courtyard Café

Ballindalloch Castle Ballindalloch AB37 9AX

Ballindalloch Castle Courtyard Café is run by Gemma Duncan and her team, who perform miracles in their tiny kitchen, in which they produce an apparently-endless supply of hearty soups, freshly made sandwiches, delicious cakes, scones and traybakes. A perfect culinary stop to complement a visit to Ballindalloch Castle and Gardens.

Opening Hours

Sunday – Thursday
(Closed Friday and Saturday) 10.00am – 5.00pm
(last admission: 4.00pm)

Strathisla Distillery

Seafield Avenue Keith AB55 5BS

Distillery
Whisky Experience

The home of Chivas, Strathisla – Speyside’s iconic and oldest Distillery. Come to the oldest distillery in Speyside to learn more about Strathisla single malt whisky, which has been distilled here since 1786. Traditional and charming from the outside, and equally intriguing and beguiling inside, signs of tradition are everywhere. Witness how our whisky is made, join one of our tours, or take part in our unique hands-on ‘Chivas: The Blend experience’.

Opening Hours

Summer: Monday – Sunday: 10am – 5pm
Tours available year round. Book online.