Girvan Old Particular 1989 26 Years Single Grain Whisky

Girvan is a pioneering Lowland grain whisky distillery established in 1963 in South Ayrshire, Scotland. Owned by independent family distillers William Grant & Sons, it was revolutionary for its time, built specifically for continuous grain whisky production using column stills (Coffey stills). Unlike traditional single malt distilleries, Girvan primarily produces grain whisky for premium blends, including Grant's and the botanical spirits for Hendrick's Gin. The distillery has positioned itself at the forefront of innovation, serving as a testing ground for AI-driven automation and smart production technologies in Scotch whisky manufacturing. Girvan's spirit is characterized by its light, sweet, and clean profile, with signature notes of vanilla, coconut, and soft fruit from extensive oak maturation. It represents the modern, efficient face of Scotch whisky production while maintaining exceptional quality standards.