Barrels and Botanicals: A Whisky Foraging Adventure

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Start: The Dowans Hotel, Aberlour | Finish: The Mash Tun, Aberlour
Capacity: 20
Price: £55

Forage, discover, and drink your way through Speyside! A three-hour adventure combining wild food exploration, bespoke whisky cocktails, and a waterfall walk. Learn which plants make Speyside special while sipping cocktails crafted from your discoveries.

Back by popular demand, this unique Spirit of Speyside experience pairs whisky wisdom with nature's flavours. Join two passionate experts for an adventure that goes beyond the ordinary: Fraser Campbell, CopperCairn's whisky virtuoso (and former Dewar's Global Ambassador), teams up with renowned foraging expert Leanne Townsend for an afternoon of discovery, drinks, and wild delights.

Your Wild Whisky Journey:

• Meet your guides at the historic Dowans Hotel in Aberlour, where your adventure begins.
• First Stop - Follow your expert guides along hidden paths to the spectacular Lynn Falls, where the magic of Speyside's natural larder comes alive.
• Along the Way - Leanne, a leading authority on wild food culture and culinary traditions, will reveal the secrets of Scotland's edible landscape, introducing you to plants that have flavoured local food and drink for centuries.
• The Perfect Pair - Fraser brings these botanical discoveries to life through three specially crafted whisky cocktails, each featuring foraged ingredients from the environment around you. Experience how Speyside's natural flavours complement and enhance its legendary spirits.
• Grand Finale - Complete your adventure at the iconic Mash Tun, where you'll toast to your newfound knowledge of Speyside's wild side.

What Makes This Experience Unique:

• Expert-guided foraging with one of Scotland's leading wild food experts
• Specially created whisky cocktails featuring foraged ingredients
• A blend of natural history, culinary tradition, and whisky expertise
• Stunning views and photo opportunities at Lynn Falls
• An adventure that engages all your senses.

£55 Per person that includes:

• Expert guidance from both whisky and foraging specialists
• Three whisky cocktail tastings featuring foraged ingredients
• A unique perspective on Speyside's natural and spiritual heritage

Important Notes:

• This adventure requires a reasonable level of fitness
• Sturdy, waterproof footwear is essential
• Dress appropriately for the Scottish weather
• Paths may be uneven and muddy in places
• Bring your camera - this tour is incredibly Instagram-worthy!

Meeting Point: The Dowans Hotel, Aberlour (12:00 PM sharp)
Final Stop: The Mash Tun, Aberlour (approximately 3:00 PM)

Limited to 20 adventurous souls - book early to secure your spot on this unique fusion of whisky wisdom and wild Scottish flavours!

Getting to our events:
Stagecoach Bluebird Service 36: This route shuttles between Elgin and Dufftown, making stops in Craigellachie. Buses run approximately every two hours from early morning until early evening, Monday through Saturday. The journey from Elgin to Craigellachie clocks in at about 30 minutes.
Moray Council Service 365: This line connects Dufftown and Keith, with a stop in Craigellachie. However, it's less frequent, so it's wise to check the latest timetable before planning your trip.
Drivers drams are not something that we can provide.