Whisky School

We are delighted to announce that we are now in a position to re-open our Springbank Whisky School waiting list.

The Springbank Whisky School offers whisky enthusiasts the unique opportunity to experience traditional distilling methods first hand. Scholars are welcomed to Springbank Distillery to work under the expert supervision of our production team, where they will learn each part of the process, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in malting, mashing, distilling, filling, warehousing, bottling, tasting and blending.

What You Will Learn

Malting

Malting

Mashing/Distilling

Mashing/Distilling

Warehousing

Warehousing

Bottling

Bottling

Tasting

Tasting

Blending

Blending

Some Details

Classes run from Monday to Thursday, 8am until 5pm. On Friday mornings, students sit a written exam before being presented with their diploma. This is then followed by a graduation lunch with headmaster Gavin McLachlan before term concludes around 2pm.

The week includes:

5 nights bed and breakfast at our very own accommodation, The Still Guesthouse
5 lunches and 4 evening meals
All classes
Branded Springbank Whisky School workwear

£2,000 (inc Vat)
For The Whole Week

If you would like to be added to our Springbank Whisky School waiting list,
please fill in the on page form.

The School is not an accredited academic institution nor is it governed by or affiliated to any education authority.

Please note that the Springbank Whisky School involves manual work and can be physically challenging at times. If you have any health concerns please advise us and we will ensure that you are not asked to undertake any activity that may be harmful to you.

If you believe you are already on the Springbank Whisky School waiting list and have not received an email from us recently,
please email [email protected] to confirm your status.

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Whisky School Testimonials

The week spent in Campbeltown was the highlight of my summer…wish I could do it again.

~ 2022 Graduate

My special thanks go to all Springbank employees. From the first moment I was treated so friendly and courteously by everyone that I immediately felt part of the team.

~ 2022 Graduate

My week at Springbank Whisky School far exceeded my expectations, and I thought I had high expectations before attending. What an amazing time. Did that really happen? Or was that just some sweet dream after a dram, or two, or three? Everyone I interacted with at Springbank, and Cadenhead’s as well, were great to meet, work with, and learn from.

~ 2022 Graduate

The whisky school week in February was one the best weeks in my life! Thank you!

~ 2023 Graduate

Every whisky enthusiast could be happy to get the once in a lifetime experience of the Springbank Whisky school.

~ 2022 Graduate

Even half a year later, when I think about my week at Springbank Whisky School, a big grin spreads across my face and my heart warms. You have no idea what a pleasure it was for me to spend that week in Campbeltown. A unique experience that I will never forget.

~ 2023 Graduate

I think most students will agree that it is the employees that made the week so special for me. I felt a warmth from all employees I interacted with and sensed a pride they all have for working for the Company.

~ 2023 Graduate

I’m writing to record my thanks to you and all the Springbank Team who gave me and the rest of our cohort the most fantastic time last week. Whisky folk are the best and it seems Campbeltown whisky folks are the best of the best!
Turning dreams into memories as Gavin said!

~ 2024 Graduate

It’s simply incredible how friendly, enthusiastic and willing to teach us everyone has been – it’s the experience of a lifetime! I’m sad it is over to be honest but the memories will last forever and I would grab the opportunity to one day jump back in and do some work with any of these teams!

~ 2024 Graduate

Thank you so much for a wonderful week. The five days spent in your distillery were very enriching. I was already in love with Springbank, but I was particularly happy to be able to meet all women and men of Springbank, all are nice.

~ 2024 Graduate

My dreams come true to be at least partially responsible for my making products by Springbank, my favourite whisky distillery! I truly believe that people make companies and that was confirmed based on what I saw. Your staff have a great attitude, passion and sense of humour during their duties. That is a saying that ” If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life ” – that was seen in all the eyes of people I met last week. I would be honoured to participate once again in a few years.

~ 2024 Graduate