A warm welcome. I am Ewan, owner of the highly respected independent whisky merchants, Robertsons of Pitlochry which has been established in this town since 1962.
Our expertise is used to bring you more than just a whisky shop: as well as mainstream whiskies and craft gins, we specialise in Single Cask, Cask Strength scotch whiskies which are individually nosed, tasted and selected from specific casks by myself.
As a world-renowned expert in the nosing and tasting of both whisky and gin in the spirits industry, I regularly judge and sit on panels at various Scottish, British and world whisky and gin events.
Having a passion for whisky and gin, I enjoy passing on my knowledge through our regular tasting experience be it in the shop or out in various locations throughout the UK and internationally.
John is our professional Scotch Whisky expert and educator.
He learned his trade as the Head Guide at Edradour Distillery, just outside Pitlochry, which is the home of the last handmade traditional Single Malt Scotch Whisky being produced at a farm distillery. He also works with Signatory Vintage Independent Bottlers who source whisky from multiple distilleries, including the most rare, unusual, and lost distilleries of Scotland. With such a background John fronts tastings to an international audience specialising in rare malts.
Much in demand he has brought over 100,000 people to a deeper appreciation and understanding of Scotch Whisky, the great spirit of the world known as “Uisge Beatha”, the Water of Life.
John Galt is now bringing his expertise and experience to Robertsons of Pitlochry to deliver a series of Rare and Exclusive Tastings of Scotch Whisky and Gin with his typical passion, knowledge, insight and clarity.
Donna is our Shop Manager, with many years of experience in spirits and hospitality, who brings bundles of enthusiasm and friendly banter to match her expertise.
In addition to over 20 practical years engaged in spirits, from behind the bar and in the drinks industry, Donna is a graduate of the Whisky Academy in Edinburgh in both Whisky and Gin studies.
She is also our resident expert in ‘mixology’ and in the creation of exotic cocktails with tastings and experiences to match.
Donna has an uncanny gift of pairing a particular bottle of Scotch Whisky with the right person.
Robertsons of Pitlochry winning the Independent Retailer of the Year was, in no small part, due to her knowledge, engaging customer service, attentive style and humour.
Your day will be brighter just meeting her!
