New whisky distillery to be built in Scottish village on banks of Loch Lomond

A NEW whisky distillery and visitor centre is being built in a Scottish village on the banks of Loch Lomond.

The multi-million pound development in the village of Luss on the loch’s western shore has been given the green light.

Loch Lomond Group has started construction with completion anticipated for summer 2025, with Argyll and Bute Council and Luss Estates giving the firm permission to repurpose the old Luss smokehouse and surrounding land on Church Road for its Loch Lomond Whisky brands as well as a separate distillery for the Ben Lomond Gin brand.

The site will offer guided tours of the distillery, as well as a fully immersive brand experience at a discovery centre including tastings.

Colin Matthews, founder and CEO of Loch Lomond Group, said: “This significant multi-million-pound investment in a new distillery and visitor experience marks another major milestone for The Loch Lomond Group.

Also the director of the Scotch Whisky Association, he added: “The investment comes despite the challenges facing our industry and it reflects our confidence in the local community and the long-term resilience of Scotch whisky and distilling in Scotland.

(Image: Loch Lomond Whisky) “However, it comes at a time when the UK Government’s ill-conceived tax hikes, broken promises of support, and unfair regulations are creating major obstacles for distilling in Scotland to remain competitive.

“For investments like this to succeed, the government must change course urgently by taking a common sense approach to support our industry, enabling job creation and economic growth, and ensuring fair competition on a global stage.

“Scotland’s spirits are sold to the world, and that should not be taken for granted by our government. It’s time for real change and real action, not just empty words and broken promises.

He went on: “The successful completion of this new project in Luss will allow us to share the rich heritage and natural beauty of the area which inspires all our spirits, with visitors from around the world.”