Jackton Distillery
One of Scotland's newest distilleries, based in East Kilbride on the south side of Glasgow. Jackton represents the ongoing Lowland distilling revival — a small-scale operation whose first spirit ran in February 2020. Its inaugural RAER single malt was previewed in January 2026, with general release slated for autumn 2026. The location makes it one of the most accessible distilleries from Glasgow city centre, reachable by train and a short taxi.
Jackton is a small East Renfrewshire distillery near East Kilbride — one of Scotland's newer craft operations producing single malt in the Lowland tradition. A quiet, local operation without the profile of the major new craft distilleries but whose first spirit ran in February 2020. The inaugural RAER single malt was previewed in January 2026 ahead of a general release slated for autumn 2026.
Visiting Jackton Distillery
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- Shop
- Café/Restaurant
- Parking
Tour options
90 min
Tour and tasting, 4 drams
Core range
RAER Single Malt (inaugural)
The inaugural RAER single malt was previewed in January 2026, with general release slated for autumn 2026. First spirit ran in February 2020, so the debut arrives with proper maturity behind it.
Food pairings
| Whisky | Food | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Jackton Single Malt | Mild soft cheese or shortbread | Lowland-style unpeated spirit suits gentle accompaniments. |
Getting there
Car. East Kilbride / East Renfrewshire area, 20 min south of Glasgow.
Where to eat nearby
- East Kilbride town centreArea
Basic facilities in town.
Where to stay near Jackton Distillery
Jackton distillery is near East Kilbride in South Lanarkshire — a small craft operation in the Glasgow commuter belt. East Kilbride itself has chain hotels and B&Bs; Glasgow (10 miles north) has everything you need for a city base with easy day-trip access to Lowland distilleries.
Better range of accommodation in Glasgow, 20 min north.
Hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering within easy reach of Jackton Distillery.
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Location
Frequently asked questions
+How much is a Jackton Distillery tour?
Tours at Jackton Distillery start from £34. Book ahead through the distillery's own site — price checked against the distillery on 2026-07-30.
+Is Jackton open to visitors?
Limited visitor access — check their website for tour availability. A small craft operation rather than a full visitor centre.
+Where is Jackton Distillery distillery?
Jackton Distillery is in the Lowlands.
+When was Jackton Distillery distillery founded?
Jackton Distillery was founded in 2023, making it roughly 3 years old.
Compare with similar distilleries
Small Lowland craft producer similar to Strathearn and Eden Mill in scale and positioning.
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