Glen Albyn, re-evaluated
A number of years ago, I initiated a research project on Glen Mhor distillery, which was situated in close proximity to Glen Albyn. The research project proved to be a remarkable journey, taking the reader on a journey across decades and was enjoyed by many.
From these new discoveries, several significant moments in the history of whisky were revealed, and previously obscure information was brought to light. I am, and continue to be, proud of the online resource that made this research possible. It was an ideal setting for my particular combination of traits, including tenacity, an interest in history and a passion for whisky.
The passage of time is unrelenting, and with the passage of each day, the present moment becomes a mere historical artefact. As a result of the passage of time, the memories, individuals and photographs associated with Glen Mhor and Glen Albyn are gradually being lost, as is the case with all lost distilleries across Scotland.
While I dedicated a significant period of time to the study of Glen Mhor, it was evident that there were strong connections between the two distilleries in Muirtown. From John Birnie to the merger of ownership in 1920, economies of scale thereafter, one distillery may be used as a source of information about the other, as we've seen already. I knew that at some future date the bumper well would cease to yield information on Glen Mhor. This would be the optimal moment to redirect my endeavours and proceed along Telford Street, and cross it, to Glen Albyn.
In June 2022, I was fortunate to visit the Highland Archives, which contain a wealth of information about the distilleries that once stood on Telford Street. This resource has yielded surprising new insights into Glen Mhor and facilitated my research, for which I am grateful to the archive team. Over two years ago, I began collating previously unseen information about Glen Albyn, which will contribute to a reinterpretation of this lost distillery. In August 2024, I revisited the Highland Archives to embark on a comprehensive investigation, marking the commencement of this Glen Albyn project in earnest.
So, in 2025, let the fun begin.
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