Glenfiddich 1lt

Glenfiddich is the world’s biggest-selling single malt whisky. Distilled in Dufftown, Moray of Scotland, it was one of the first brands to be marketed as a single malt.

It was founded in Dufftown in 1886 by William Grant, who built the distillery by hand, with the help of his nine children. The first spirit ran off the stills on Christmas Day in 1887.

The introduction of Prohibition in the US in 1920 was disastrous for most distilleries in Scotland, but Glenfiddich saw it as an opportunity. It was one of only six distilleries still operational by the time repeal rolled around, but its management actually increased production during the period. This meant Glenfiddich was uniquely placed to meet increased demand after the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, cementing its reputation in the US.