About 15 miles wide between Inverness and Aberdeen, the Speyside region is where most whisky distilleries are located, especially the bigger-name brands, getting their water from the River Spey. The typical flavour profile of malts from here include fruity and honeyed notes ,and quite a few are matured in sherry casks. These spirits tend to be widely appreciated and are considered a good starting point for those having whisky for the first time.
To mark International Scotch Day on Feb 8, we explore the five major whisky regions in Scotland and look at some distilleries that offer tours, tastings and fun-filled behind-the-scenes experiences
Speyside
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