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The Distillery
The North British Distillery is one of Scotland’s oldest and largest Scotch grain whisky producers. Combining timeless tradition with investment in innovation, we distil and mature premium grain spirit which is used as the base for some of the word’s best-loved blended whiskies.
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Our Process
Scotch grain whisky must only be manufactured from four ingredients: water, malted barley, whole cereals and yeast. Our traditional distillation process uses quality raw ingredients and 185 years of experience to produce premium grain spirit. We’re the only Scottish grain distiller to continually use maize which offers more reliable availability than wheat. It offers a more unique flavour profile – sweet, heavier and “buttery” spirit compared to the lighter, cleaner profile of wheat-based grain whisky. North British is often sought after by independent bottlers specifically because this maize-heavy “old school” profile is increasingly rare in Scotland.
6 Key Steps in the Process
Milling:
Milling is essentially about unlocking the nutrition and functionality inside each kernel.
Cooking:
The maise is then cooked to allow the mashing process to run smoothly.
Mashing:
The mashing process converts the starch in the cereals into a sugary liquid known as wort
Fermentation:
In the Tun Room, the sugar solution (wort) is fermented by yeast into a weak alcohol solution called wash
Distillation:
Grain spirit is distilled in a Patent or Coffey still, each made up of an analyser and a rectifier
Maturation:
To qualify as Scotch whisky, spirit must be matured for at least three years in an oak cask in Scotland
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Our Strengths
Scale & Reliability: Capacity to produce over 60 million litres of alcohol annually.
Quality Assurance: Consistent, high-purity grain spirit meeting Scotch Whisky Association standards
Sustainability: Innovative energy recovery, by-product recycling, and green power generation.
On average 200,000 litres of alcohol is produced at our distillery each day
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Our Product Offering
North British
We supply a complete range of grain spirit formats to meet diverse customer needs:
- New‑make grain spirit (unaged)
- Matured grain whisky (aged in oak casks)
- Contract‑stored spirit under bond
These options allow our partners to integrate spirit into immediate production or build long‑term inventory for future releases.
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Edinburgh Distillery Operations
Our Edinburgh facility supports full new‑make production as well as:
- On‑site laboratory services
- Management of animal‑feed by‑products
- Lower Tier COMAH compliance
- SEPA and HMRC approval
With a maximum production capacity of 65 million litres of new‑make per year, our current output ranges between 40–45 million litres annually.
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Maturation Warehousing
We handle a full range of oak casks under 700 litres, fully compliant with Scotch whisky regulations and verified through the UK HMRC Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme. Our team provides end‑to‑end cask management, including:
- New-fill spirit intake and storage
- Cask management and movement
- Blending and sampling
- Disgorging and preparation for further production
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Quality & Compliance
Muirhall operates as a Top Tier COMAH facility, reflecting our commitment to the highest safety and environmental standards. We hold a comprehensive suite of certifications, including:
- ISO 9001
- FEMAS (Feed Materials Assurance Scheme)
- FSSC 22000
- Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme (UK HMRC)
We are approved by SEPA and HMRC, ensuring full regulatory compliance across warehousing, storage, filling, and disgorging operations.
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Customer-Focused Flexibility
We support the needs of distillers, independent bottlers, and brand owners by offering complete flexibility:
- Ship new-make spirit for immediate blending or production
- Store spirit under contract for long-term maturation and later withdrawal
Whether you’re building stock for the future or preparing for immediate release, Muirhall provides adaptable solutions tailored to your production strategy.
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Logistics
We provide flexible logistics support for global spirit movement under ex‑works conditions, ensuring HMRC and SWA compliance.
Transport options include:
- Road tanker deliveries (UK & Europe)
- ISO tank containers & sea freight for international export
- Bonded storage & maturation at Muirhall
To maintain a seamless supply chain, we work with ADR‑approved transporters, bonded warehouse partners, and customs specialists.