Drambuie

Drambuie is an iconic Scottish liqueur created by combining fine Scotch whisky, heather honey, aromatic herbs and spices. This 40 % alcohol liqueur is golden in colour and rich and complex in flavour, starting with the subtle sweetness of honey and moving into spicy notes with hints of aniseed, nutmeg and saffron. Its name comes from the Scottish Gaelic 'An Dram Buidheach', meaning 'the drink that satisfies'.

The legend of Drambuie's origins dates back to 1745 when Prince Charles Edward Stuart, known as Bonnie Prince Charlie, gave the secret recipe for his personal elixir to the head of the MacKinnon clan on the Isle of Skye as a thank you for helping him escape after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden. The recipe was kept in the family for generations until it was acquired in the 19th century by hotelier John Ross, who began making the liqueur for guests at his Broadford Hotel. His son James Ross registered the Drambuie brand in 1893 and in 1914 the Drambuie Liqueur Company Ltd was established. Since 2014 the brand has been owned by the family distilling company William Grant & Sons.

Drambuie is renowned for its versatility - it tastes great on its own, served neat or on the rocks, and is also a popular ingredient in cocktails such as the Rusty Nail, where it is mixed with Scotch whisky. With its rich history, unique flavour and elegant character, Drambuie has earned a place among classic liqueurs and is appreciated by connoisseurs around the world.