The distillery was founded in 1878 and has since marketed its whisky from the Speyside region. It achieved tragic fame when a fire in 1922 destroyed the warehouse and the burning whisky – approximately 2,500 barrels – flowed into the nearby Burn of Rothes River. After a slow reconstruction and an upgrade, the distillery now has 10 stills.
The typical, classic flavor is defined by sweet vanilla and citrus notes. Other bottlings also feature notes of sherry and, in some cases, a slightly toasty character. Overall, this is a very smooth and fruity whisky that is particularly suitable for connoisseurs of milder whiskies.