'Lowland Single Malts' are
single malt whiskies distilled in the
lowlands of
Scotland. The region, once having a number of distilleries, now only has three operating distilleries:
Glenkinchie,
Auchentoshan, and
Bladnoch. At least six other lowland single malts are still available, but no longer distilled,
Rosebank,
Kinclaith,
St. Magdalene,
Ladyburn,
Inverleven and
Littlemill.
Traditionally Lowland Single Malts are triple
distilled (though this has not been true of all of them), often giving them a lighter taste. This likely played a role in the waning of the Lowland distilleries, as many single malt drinkers prefer somewhat heavier whiskies, while those who prefer lighter ones are often satisfied with the less expensive
blends
See also:
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Speyside Single Malts
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Highland Single Malts
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Island Single Malts
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Islay Single Malts
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Campbeltown Single Malts