Bothy Distillery in Glen Prosen

Where the road ends... the spirit begins.

Nestled deep in Glen Prosen, on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park,
Bothy Distillery stands in a landscape once travelled by the illicit whisky smugglers of the Angus Glens. Here, where hidden stills once warmed the heather and secret routes threaded through the hills, tradition, nature and craftsmanship intertwine. 

Inspired by Scotland’s old distilling ways and the rugged, elemental beauty of our surroundings, we are dedicated to creating exceptional single malt whisky with a profound respect for the land that shapes it.

Founded by Kim Cameron, creator of Gin Bothy, the distillery is rooted in sustainability, authenticity and the stories that have passed down these glens for generations.

As Kim explains, “This distillery is about more than whisky - it’s about creating a place where people can connect with
Scotland’s natural beauty and heritage. Our whisky is made using locally grown barley and pure Scottish water, with production powered by hydroelectricity and sustainable waste-reduction methods."

“Everything about the glen and the distillery is in synergy with our Bothy values of history and heritage,” says Kim. “We respect nature’s calendar, working with seasonality and sustainability. The botanicals for our gin are foraged in the Angus hills and our whisky is crafted using barley grown by our neighbours.”

Reflecting on the distillery’s home, Kim adds, “The land surrounding our distillery is rich with inspiration - from the wild heather underfoot to the untouched beauty of the glen. Glen Prosen is also home to Kilbo Bothy - the very inspiration behind our Bothy logo - so it feels serendipitous that this glen is now our new home!”

The plan

  • Designing the Space

    The distillery vision & transformation is under the watchful eye of Organic Architects Places with Spirit - Crafting timeless, beautiful and durable places for spirit brands.

  • Five people holding glasses in front of a stone wall

    Building the Team

    We’ve brought together a group of industry experts to help shape the future of Bothy Distillery and we’re pairing that experience with a commitment to employing locally. By creating opportunities for people in Glen Prosen and nearby communities, we’re building a team that blends specialist knowledge with the spirit of the glen.

  • Made in Scotland

    The majority of the new Distillery Equipment will come from our homeland, with many of the pieces uniquely crafted to enable us to make the quality spirit we will deliver. Our stills will be installed shortly crafted by the wonderful team at Forsyths of Rothes
Wooden building with 'Bothy Distillery' sign in a scenic outdoor setting

Set to begin distillation in Spring 2026

Bothy Distillery will produce a limited number of casks each year, ensuring every drop reflects the character, care and craft of its origins.

Here, on a historic smugglers’ route, we are bringing legal distilling back to the glen for the first time in generations - transforming a landscape once known for hidden stills into a place where stories, spirit and heritage can be openly shared.

Visitors will be invited to immerse themselves in the Bothy Experience -  a whisky retreat shaped by landscape and legend, where guests can follow the old smugglers’ paths, learn our craft and connect with the heritage of Scotland’s hidden glens.

The land on which the distillery stands is currently managed by Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS), which aims to use the site to create jobs and support the local community. Christine Reid, FLS Angus Glens programme manager, shared, “We are excited to welcome the Gin Bothy into Glen Prosen. The business has strong local roots that will only be enhanced by moving to the Glen, and we anticipate that this new venture will support existing and new jobs in the area as well as fostering sustainable tourism.”