Town guide
Forres food & drink
Western Speyside — Benromach Distillery and the Findhorn coast
Forres is a small Moray town on the western edge of the Speyside whisky region. Benromach Distillery, on the edge of town, is owned and run by Gordon & MacPhail (the famous Elgin whisky merchants) and produces a slightly peated Speyside malt with strong following among enthusiasts. The Findhorn coast 15 minutes north has a strong community of small producers — Findhorn Smokehouse and several artisan food businesses operate from the Findhorn Foundation eco-village. Forres itself has a periodic farmers market and a strong network of small independent food retailers — Brodie Countryfare a few minutes east has built a reputation as one of the better farm-shop-and-deli destinations in the area.
Full Speyside food & drink guide — distilleries, restaurants, where to stay, when to go.
- Benromach Distillery — Gordon & MacPhail's own distillery, lightly peated Speyside
- Findhorn coast and smokehouse — 15 min north
- Brodie Countryfare — farm shop and deli east of town
- Western Speyside whisky region — Cardhu, Knockando within 20-30 min
Farmers markets in & near Forres
Whisky distilleries near Forres
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Food & drink festivals in Forres & nearby
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Forres sits within day-trip distance of several of Scotland's whisky regions. Each region has its own flavour profile and a full TasteSCOT guide.
Forres food & drink FAQ
+What's the best farmers market in Forres?
Forres Farmers' Market on Forres, Moray (typically saturday). Next confirmed date: Saturday, 11 July 2026. We list every market within 50 km of Forres on this page.
+Where can I taste whisky near Forres?
2 distilleries within 50 km of Forres are open to visitors. Benromach, Glen Moray are the closest. Each has a full tour and tasting guide on its TasteSCOT page.
+When is the next food or drink festival in Forres?
Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival runs 28 April – 2 May at Speyside.
+Where should I stay in Forres for a food and drink trip?
Use the accommodation map below to find hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of central Forres. For multi-day Scottish food and drink trips, Forres is a sensible base if you want access to 8 distilleries and 2 breweries we cover in the surrounding 50 km.
+What is Forres known for in Scottish food and drink?
Benromach Distillery — Gordon & MacPhail's own distillery, lightly peated Speyside. Findhorn coast and smokehouse — 15 min north. Brodie Countryfare — farm shop and deli east of town. Western Speyside whisky region — Cardhu, Knockando within 20-30 min.
Where to stay near Forres
Hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of central Forres.
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